8612 Merlin CoveSan AntonioTX78222
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation Play8612 Merlin Cove, San Antonio, TX, 78222 in San Antonio is priced for appreciation, not yield. Rental yield 5.94%. At $361,271 with a 5.94% gross yield, the monthly income is modest, but 5% annual price growth is projected to add $99,813 in value over five years, making equity the primary return driver. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage (1.10) 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: $88,188.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 5.9% | 5.8% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(781) | $450 |
City averages based on San Antonio market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $1,788 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $2,425 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.74x |
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
5,227 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 78222, San Antonio, TX area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 9,456 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 6,594 (69.7%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 2,278 (24.1%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 584 ( 6.2%) |
| Median Home Value | $240,405 |
| Average Home Value | $264,732 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
10,045
Single Family
8,655
Multi-Family
1,390
Businesses
388
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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
5,227 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 78222, San Antonio, TX area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 9,456 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 6,594 (69.7%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 2,278 (24.1%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 584 ( 6.2%) |
| Median Home Value | $240,405 |
| Average Home Value | $264,732 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
10,045
Single Family
8,655
Multi-Family
1,390
Businesses
388
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Daniel Signorelli • The Signorelli Company
Mls Name: LERA MLS
Mls ID: #1907765