688 Swallow DrPalaciosTX77465
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation Play688 Swallow Dr, Palacios, TX, 77465 in Palacios is priced for appreciation, not yield. Rental yield 1.99%. At $289,800 with a 1.99% gross yield, the monthly income is modest, but 5% annual price growth is projected to add $80,066 in value over five years, making equity the primary return driver. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage (0.37) 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: $8,331.
| This Property | National Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 2% | 6.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(1,597) | $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 | $480 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $1,962 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.24x |
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 2025
6,534 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
$200 annually HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 77465, Palacios, TX area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 4,177 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 2,318 (55.5%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 692 (16.6%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,167 (27.9%) |
| Median Home Value | $223,515 |
| Average Home Value | $225,985 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
3,080
Single Family
3,018
Multi-Family
62
Businesses
254
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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 2025
6,534 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
$200 annually HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 77465, Palacios, TX area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 4,177 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 2,318 (55.5%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 692 (16.6%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,167 (27.9%) |
| Median Home Value | $223,515 |
| Average Home Value | $225,985 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
3,080
Single Family
3,018
Multi-Family
62
Businesses
254
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Listed by: Delia Rodriguez • RE/MAX Land & Homes on the Bay
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