518 Governor Nicholls St #201New OrleansLA70116
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayMarkets with strong demand fundamentals often produce low-yield, high-appreciation assets. 518 Governor Nicholls St #201, New Orleans, LA, 70116 in New Orleans fits: $485,000, 5.35% gross yield, and a projected 5% annual appreciation rate adding $133,997 in value within five years. Rental yield 5.35%. The narrow rent-to-debt spread is the trade-off for market growth. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR loan (0.99) finances non-U.S. buyers without personal income documentation; optimise coverage with a 30–35% down payment. $4,467/yr in principal paydown and $133,997 in appreciation project a total return of $129,729.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 5.4% | 5.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(1,193) | $850 |
City averages based on New Orleans market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $2,162 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $2,811 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.77x |
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.
Condo
Built in 1890
2,090 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 70116, New Orleans, LA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 9,811 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 2,243 (22.9%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 4,387 (44.7%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 3,181 (32.4%) |
| Median Home Value | $456,334 |
| Average Home Value | $578,875 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
8,406
Single Family
6,376
Multi-Family
2,030
Businesses
902
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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
Condo
Built in 1890
2,090 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 70116, New Orleans, LA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 9,811 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 2,243 (22.9%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 4,387 (44.7%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 3,181 (32.4%) |
| Median Home Value | $456,334 |
| Average Home Value | $578,875 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
8,406
Single Family
6,376
Multi-Family
2,030
Businesses
902
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: N/A • N/A
Mls Name: GSREIN
Mls ID: #2533762