407 Avenue BKentwoodLA70444
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation Play407 Avenue B, Kentwood, LA, 70444 in Kentwood is priced for appreciation, not yield. Rental yield 5.24%. At $275,000 with a 5.24% gross yield, the monthly income is modest, but 5% annual price growth is projected to add $75,977 in value over five years, making equity the primary return driver. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage (0.97) 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: $71,871.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 5.2% | 7.8% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(503) | $550 |
City averages based on Kentwood market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $1,200 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $1,594 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.75x |
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 1909
1.43 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 70444, Kentwood, LA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 5,162 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 3,399 (65.8%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 874 (16.9%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 889 (17.2%) |
| Median Home Value | $197,641 |
| Average Home Value | $220,916 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
4,546
Single Family
4,530
Multi-Family
16
Businesses
241
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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 1909
1.43 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 70444, Kentwood, LA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 5,162 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 3,399 (65.8%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 874 (16.9%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 889 (17.2%) |
| Median Home Value | $197,641 |
| Average Home Value | $220,916 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
4,546
Single Family
4,530
Multi-Family
16
Businesses
241
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Will Frederick • Keller Williams Realty Services
Mls Name: GSREIN
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Mls ID: #2474689
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