762 Marilyn RdLake charlesLA70611
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation Play762 Marilyn Rd, Lake charles, LA, 70611 in Lake charles is priced for appreciation, not yield. Rental yield 5.37%. At $489,000 with a 5.37% gross yield, the monthly income is modest, but 5% annual price growth is projected to add $135,102 in value over five years, making equity the primary return driver. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage (1.05) 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: $138,795.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 5.4% | 9.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(886) | $850 |
City averages based on Lake charles market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $2,304 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $2,835 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.81x |
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 1996
2 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 70611, Lake Charles, LA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 9,082 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 6,977 (76.8%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 1,359 (15.0%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 746 ( 8.2%) |
| Median Home Value | $292,534 |
| Average Home Value | $325,683 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
8,877
Single Family
8,624
Multi-Family
253
Businesses
308
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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 1996
2 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 70611, Lake Charles, LA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 9,082 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 6,977 (76.8%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 1,359 (15.0%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 746 ( 8.2%) |
| Median Home Value | $292,534 |
| Average Home Value | $325,683 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
8,877
Single Family
8,624
Multi-Family
253
Businesses
308
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Jessica L Landry • EXIT Bayou Realty
Mls Name: SWLAR
Mls ID: #SWL25003379