4036 University BlvdHoustonTX77005
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation Play4036 University Blvd, Houston, TX, 77005 in Houston is priced for appreciation, not yield. Rental yield 3.76%. At $1,699,000 with a 3.76% gross yield, the monthly income is modest, but 5% annual price growth is projected to add $469,402 in value over five years, making equity the primary return driver. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage (0.72) can still finance this property for non-U.S. residents; a 30–35% down payment typically produces the cleanest underwriting for appreciation-focused assets. Total projected cumulative return: $226,119.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 3.8% | 6.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(6,758) | $450 |
City averages based on Houston market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $5,479 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $11,406 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.48x |
Ziffy Mortgage typically prefers a DSCR of 1.0+, but in some cases you may qualify with a DSCR below 1. To explore if this deal qualifies for an investment mortgage, book time with your loan officer →
Estimates assume 6.0% rate / 30-yr fixed, 30% down, 1% tax, 0.5% insurance. Not a commitment to lend.
Single Family
Built in 1997
6,189 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 77005, Houston, TX area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 11,188 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 6,906 (61.7%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 3,500 (31.3%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 782 ( 7.0%) |
| Median Home Value | $1,265,055 |
| Average Home Value | $1,285,274 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
10,650
Single Family
7,619
Multi-Family
3,031
Businesses
965
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Ziffy AI Summary
A quick, investor-focused snapshot highlighting income strength, yield potential.
| Key metrics | Value |
|---|---|
| Price | $399,900 |
| Est. Rent | $3,200/mo |
| ROI | 18% |
- Attractive rent-to-price ratio for income stability
- Good fit for DSCR financing with healthy coverage
Single Family
Built in 1997
6,189 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 77005, Houston, TX area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 11,188 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 6,906 (61.7%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 3,500 (31.3%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 782 ( 7.0%) |
| Median Home Value | $1,265,055 |
| Average Home Value | $1,285,274 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
10,650
Single Family
7,619
Multi-Family
3,031
Businesses
965
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Listed by: Lee Kaplan • Compass RE Texas, LLC - Houston
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