5868 Mer Rouge RdBastropLA71220
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayThe investment thesis at 5868 Mer Rouge Rd, Bastrop, LA, 71220 in Bastrop is capital appreciation. Rental yield 1.2%. The 1.2% gross yield at $789,000 falls below cash-flow thresholds, but 5% annual value growth is forecast to deliver $217,986 in additional equity by year five, an equity gain that can outpace many higher-yield markets. Ziffy Mortgage finances appreciation-play assets via DSCR (0.22) without U.S. credit history; structure with a larger down payment to optimise coverage. Total projected return: $35,287.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 1.2% | 8.1% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(4,101) | $350 |
City averages based on Bastrop market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Rental Loan Qualification
Qualifies using the property's rental income, not your personal income.
- ✓No W-2, pay stubs, or tax returns needed
- ✓Rental income qualifies you
- ✓Built for real estate investors
| Monthly Rental Income | $786 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $4,574 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.17x |
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 N/A
4 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 71220, Bastrop, LA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 9,728 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 5,466 (56.2%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 2,971 (30.5%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,291 (13.3%) |
| Median Home Value | $118,108 |
| Average Home Value | $154,806 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
9,554
Single Family
9,346
Multi-Family
208
Businesses
686
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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 N/A
4 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 71220, Bastrop, LA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 9,728 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 5,466 (56.2%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 2,971 (30.5%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,291 (13.3%) |
| Median Home Value | $118,108 |
| Average Home Value | $154,806 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
9,554
Single Family
9,346
Multi-Family
208
Businesses
686
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices