511 Melody DrAmarilloTX79118
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation Play511 Melody Dr, Amarillo, TX, 79118 in Amarillo is priced for appreciation, not yield. Rental yield 2.34%. At $949,000 with a 2.34% gross yield, the monthly income is modest, but 5% annual price growth is projected to add $262,191 in value over five years, making equity the primary return driver. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage (0.43) 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: $48,479.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 2.3% | 7.8% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(5,094) | $850 |
City averages based on Amarillo market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $1,850 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $6,371 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.29x |
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 1965
N/A lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 79118, Amarillo, TX area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 11,767 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 8,485 (72.1%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 2,390 (20.3%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 892 ( 7.6%) |
| Median Home Value | $258,781 |
| Average Home Value | $307,731 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
11,483
Single Family
10,529
Multi-Family
954
Businesses
383
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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 1965
N/A lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 79118, Amarillo, TX area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 11,767 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 8,485 (72.1%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 2,390 (20.3%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 892 ( 7.6%) |
| Median Home Value | $258,781 |
| Average Home Value | $307,731 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
11,483
Single Family
10,529
Multi-Family
954
Businesses
383
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices