5204 Lake Highlands DrWacoTX76710
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Steady Equity BuilderFor first-time U.S. investors or those diversifying conservatively, 5204 Lake Highlands Dr, Waco, TX, 76710 in Waco offers a clean, manageable entry. Rental yield 7.32%. DSCR 1.36 qualifies for Ziffy Mortgage's no-W2 mortgage for non-U.S. residents. Long-term: 5% annual appreciation projects $135,350 in additional property value over five years, with $4,512/yr in principal equity building ownership stake. Total projected cumulative return: $155,878.
| This Property | National Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 7.3% | 6.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(496) | $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 | $2,988 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $3,289 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.91x |
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 1963
0.31 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 76710, Waco, TX area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 12,143 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 5,432 (44.7%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 5,927 (48.8%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 784 ( 6.5%) |
| Median Home Value | $276,703 |
| Average Home Value | $347,593 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
11,594
Single Family
8,678
Multi-Family
2,916
Businesses
1,729
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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 1963
0.31 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 76710, Waco, TX area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 12,143 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 5,432 (44.7%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 5,927 (48.8%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 784 ( 6.5%) |
| Median Home Value | $276,703 |
| Average Home Value | $347,593 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
11,594
Single Family
8,678
Multi-Family
2,916
Businesses
1,729
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Amanda Cunningham • Coldwell Banker Apex, REALTORS
Mls Name: NTREIS
Mls ID: #20903341
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