8338 Wakeford RdLake WalesFL33898
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayMarkets with strong demand fundamentals often produce low-yield, high-appreciation assets. 8338 Wakeford Rd, Lake Wales, FL, 33898 in Lake Wales fits: $539,000, 4.34% gross yield, and a projected 5% annual appreciation rate adding $148,916 in value within five years. Rental yield 4.34%. The narrow rent-to-debt spread is the trade-off for market growth. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR loan (0.80) finances non-U.S. buyers without personal income documentation; optimise coverage with a 30–35% down payment. $4,964/yr in principal paydown and $148,916 in appreciation project a total return of $100,818.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 4.3% | 6.0% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(1,626) | $300 |
City averages based on Lake Wales market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $1,951 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $3,362 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.58x |
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 2019
4.93 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 33898, Lake Wales, FL area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 9,977 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 5,967 (59.8%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 1,521 (15.2%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 2,489 (24.9%) |
| Median Home Value | $264,397 |
| Average Home Value | $297,827 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
8,631
Single Family
7,356
Multi-Family
1,275
Businesses
180
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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 2019
4.93 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 33898, Lake Wales, FL area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 9,977 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 5,967 (59.8%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 1,521 (15.2%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 2,489 (24.9%) |
| Median Home Value | $264,397 |
| Average Home Value | $297,827 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
8,631
Single Family
7,356
Multi-Family
1,275
Businesses
180
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Megs Peterson • BHHS FLORIDA PROPERTIES GROUP
Mls Name: Stellar MLS
Mls ID: #L4956068