518 E Main AveKarnes CityTX78118
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Steady Equity BuilderInvestors approaching the U.S. market with capital-preservation in mind will find 518 E Main Ave, Karnes City, TX, 78118 in Karnes City aligned with their strategy. Rental yield 7.28%. DSCR 1.35 and 7.28% yield provide a sound foundation. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR program enables non-U.S. residents to acquire without domestic credit. Over five years, 5% appreciation and $1,796/yr in paydown build toward a projected cumulative return of $61,621.
| This Property | National Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 7.3% | 6.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(203) | $180 |
National averages based on 2024–2025 U.S. residential rental market data. Content is user-generated and unverified.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $1,183 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $1,309 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.90x |
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 1945
10,802 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 78118, Karnes City, TX area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 1,996 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 1,087 (54.5%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 519 (26.0%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 390 (19.5%) |
| Median Home Value | $156,676 |
| Average Home Value | $259,027 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
1,706
Single Family
1,602
Multi-Family
104
Businesses
240
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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 1945
10,802 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 78118, Karnes City, TX area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 1,996 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 1,087 (54.5%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 519 (26.0%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 390 (19.5%) |
| Median Home Value | $156,676 |
| Average Home Value | $259,027 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
1,706
Single Family
1,602
Multi-Family
104
Businesses
240
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Karen Gulick • South Texas Realty, LLC
Mls Name: SABOR
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Mls ID: #1821349
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