527 Saint Joseph StLafayetteLA70506
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayMarkets with strong demand fundamentals often produce low-yield, high-appreciation assets. 527 Saint Joseph St, Lafayette, LA, 70506 in Lafayette fits: $324,000, 5.12% gross yield, and a projected 5% annual appreciation rate adding $89,515 in value within five years. Rental yield 5.12%. The narrow rent-to-debt spread is the trade-off for market growth. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR loan (0.95) finances non-U.S. buyers without personal income documentation; optimise coverage with a 30–35% down payment. $2,984/yr in principal paydown and $89,515 in appreciation project a total return of $79,885.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 5.1% | 5.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(672) | $1,850 |
City averages based on Lafayette market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $1,384 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $1,926 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.72x |
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 1943
N/A lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 70506, Lafayette, LA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 21,115 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 9,649 (45.7%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 9,076 (43.0%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 2,390 (11.3%) |
| Median Home Value | $245,556 |
| Average Home Value | $281,646 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
19,861
Single Family
14,582
Multi-Family
5,279
Businesses
1,547
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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 1943
N/A lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 70506, Lafayette, LA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 21,115 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 9,649 (45.7%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 9,076 (43.0%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 2,390 (11.3%) |
| Median Home Value | $245,556 |
| Average Home Value | $281,646 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
19,861
Single Family
14,582
Multi-Family
5,279
Businesses
1,547
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Joel G Bacque • Real Broker, LLC
Mls Name: RAA
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Mls ID: #24007908
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