8 Independence TrlWacoTX76708



INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation Play8 Independence Trl, Waco, TX, 76708 in Waco is priced for appreciation, not yield. Rental yield 3.44%. At $810,000 with a 3.44% gross yield, the monthly income is modest, but 5% annual price growth is projected to add $223,788 in value over five years, making equity the primary return driver. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage (0.64) 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: $87,123.
| This Property | National Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 3.4% | 6.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(3,472) | $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 | $2,321 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $5,471 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.42x |
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 2021
0.73 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
$395 annually HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 76708, Waco, TX area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 11,229 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 6,695 (59.6%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 3,871 (34.5%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 663 ( 5.9%) |
| Median Home Value | $262,406 |
| Average Home Value | $291,043 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
11,224
Single Family
10,491
Multi-Family
733
Businesses
463



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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 2021
0.73 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
$395 annually HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 76708, Waco, TX area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 11,229 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 6,695 (59.6%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 3,871 (34.5%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 663 ( 5.9%) |
| Median Home Value | $262,406 |
| Average Home Value | $291,043 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
11,224
Single Family
10,491
Multi-Family
733
Businesses
463
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Listed by: Cristy Nichols • Bentwood Realty
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