8221 OLD AUSTIN ROADSelmaTX78154
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayThe investment thesis at 8221 OLD AUSTIN ROAD, Selma, TX, 78154 in Selma is capital appreciation. Rental yield 5.83%. The 5.83% gross yield at $560,000 falls below cash-flow thresholds, but 5% annual value growth is forecast to deliver $154,718 in additional equity by year five, an equity gain that can outpace many higher-yield markets. Ziffy Mortgage finances appreciation-play assets via DSCR (1.08) without U.S. credit history; structure with a larger down payment to optimise coverage. Total projected return: $133,513.
| This Property | National Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 5.8% | 6.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(1,261) | $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 | $2,722 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $3,759 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.72x |
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
9,583 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 78154, Schertz, TX area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 16,854 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 11,748 (69.7%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 4,430 (26.3%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 676 ( 4.0%) |
| Median Home Value | $337,195 |
| Average Home Value | $362,054 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
16,857
Single Family
14,951
Multi-Family
1,906
Businesses
1,410
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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
9,583 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 78154, Schertz, TX area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 16,854 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 11,748 (69.7%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 4,430 (26.3%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 676 ( 4.0%) |
| Median Home Value | $337,195 |
| Average Home Value | $362,054 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
16,857
Single Family
14,951
Multi-Family
1,906
Businesses
1,410
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices