604 FM 471CastrovilleTX78009
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayMarkets with strong demand fundamentals often produce low-yield, high-appreciation assets. 604 FM 471, Castroville, TX, 78009 in Castroville fits: $469,000, 5.52% gross yield, and a projected 5% annual appreciation rate adding $129,576 in value within five years. Rental yield 5.52%. The narrow rent-to-debt spread is the trade-off for market growth. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR loan (1.02) finances non-U.S. buyers without personal income documentation; optimise coverage with a 30–35% down payment. $4,320/yr in principal paydown and $129,576 in appreciation project a total return of $103,859.
| This Property | National Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 5.5% | 6.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(1,179) | $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 | $2,156 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $3,149 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.68x |
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 1970
0.77 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 78009, Castroville, TX area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 3,797 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 3,081 (81.1%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 489 (12.9%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 227 ( 6.0%) |
| Median Home Value | $350,619 |
| Average Home Value | $392,243 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
3,450
Single Family
3,450
Multi-Family
0
Businesses
405
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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 1970
0.77 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 78009, Castroville, TX area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 3,797 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 3,081 (81.1%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 489 (12.9%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 227 ( 6.0%) |
| Median Home Value | $350,619 |
| Average Home Value | $392,243 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
3,450
Single Family
3,450
Multi-Family
0
Businesses
405
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Kam Walker • Keller Williams City-View
Mls Name: SABOR
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