4102 Engelke StHoustonTX77003
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation Play4102 Engelke St, Houston, TX, 77003 in Houston is priced for appreciation, not yield. Rental yield 4.86%. At $475,000 with a 4.86% gross yield, the monthly income is modest, but 5% annual price growth is projected to add $131,234 in value over five years, making equity the primary return driver. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage (0.90) 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: $88,382.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 4.9% | 6.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(1,455) | $450 |
City averages based on Houston market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Rental Loan Qualification
Qualifies using the property's rental income, not your personal income.
- ✓No W-2, pay stubs, or tax returns needed
- ✓Rental income qualifies you
- ✓Built for real estate investors
| Monthly Rental Income | $1,922 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $3,189 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.60x |
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.
Multi Family
Built in 1938
4,599 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 77003, Houston, TX area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 8,128 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 2,860 (35.2%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 3,800 (46.8%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,468 (18.1%) |
| Median Home Value | $374,465 |
| Average Home Value | $405,495 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
6,521
Single Family
4,577
Multi-Family
1,944
Businesses
763
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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
Multi Family
Built in 1938
4,599 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 77003, Houston, TX area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 8,128 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 2,860 (35.2%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 3,800 (46.8%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,468 (18.1%) |
| Median Home Value | $374,465 |
| Average Home Value | $405,495 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
6,521
Single Family
4,577
Multi-Family
1,944
Businesses
763
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices