5224 Avenue M 1/2GalvestonTX77551
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation Play5224 Avenue M 1/2, Galveston, TX, 77551 in Galveston is priced for appreciation, not yield. Rental yield 5.36%. At $379,000 with a 5.36% gross yield, the monthly income is modest, but 5% annual price growth is projected to add $104,711 in value over five years, making equity the primary return driver. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage (0.99) 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: $80,822.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 5.4% | 8.0% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(1,001) | $200 |
City averages based on Galveston market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $1,694 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $2,544 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.67x |
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 1955
6,000 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 77551, Galveston, TX area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 10,786 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 4,136 (38.3%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 4,914 (45.6%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,736 (16.1%) |
| Median Home Value | $340,338 |
| Average Home Value | $396,421 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
10,270
Single Family
6,121
Multi-Family
4,149
Businesses
563
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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 1955
6,000 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 77551, Galveston, TX area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 10,786 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 4,136 (38.3%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 4,914 (45.6%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,736 (16.1%) |
| Median Home Value | $340,338 |
| Average Home Value | $396,421 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
10,270
Single Family
6,121
Multi-Family
4,149
Businesses
563
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
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