4740 Merwin StHoustonTX77027
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayInvestors who prioritise long-run asset value over immediate income should consider 4740 Merwin St, Houston, TX, 77027 in Houston. Rental yield 2.6%. At $848,000 with 2.6% gross yield, current distributions are modest, but the 5% appreciation rate projects $234,287 in new equity by year five, complemented by $7,810/yr in principal paydown. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR loan (0.48) allows non-U.S. residents to acquire without W-2s or domestic credit. Total projected five-year cumulative return: $55,405.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 2.6% | 6.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(4,189) | $450 |
City averages based on Houston market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $1,841 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $5,693 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.32x |
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 1958
6,840 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 77027, Houston, TX area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 15,283 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 3,389 (22.2%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 10,229 (66.9%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,665 (10.9%) |
| Median Home Value | $860,469 |
| Average Home Value | $1,007,266 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
14,769
Single Family
3,109
Multi-Family
11,660
Businesses
2,069
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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 1958
6,840 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 77027, Houston, TX area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 15,283 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 3,389 (22.2%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 10,229 (66.9%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,665 (10.9%) |
| Median Home Value | $860,469 |
| Average Home Value | $1,007,266 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
14,769
Single Family
3,109
Multi-Family
11,660
Businesses
2,069
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Debby Lin • REALM Real Estate Professionals - Galleria
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