878 Link RdLake CharlesLA70607
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayGlobal investors willing to prioritise equity over near-term yield will find 878 Link Rd, Lake Charles, LA, 70607 in Lake Charles worth study. Rental yield 2.65%. The 2.65% gross yield is below cash-flow benchmarks at $540,000, but 5% annual appreciation, adding $149,192 over five years, frames this as a capital growth position. Rent of $1,194/mo partially offsets the $2,428/mo payment. Ziffy Mortgage finances appreciation-play properties (0.49 DSCR) for non-U.S. residents without domestic income documentation; a 30–35% down payment maximises coverage. Total projected return: $66,358.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 2.7% | 9.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(2,151) | $850 |
City averages based on Lake Charles market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $1,194 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $3,130 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.38x |
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.
Multi Family
Built in 2016
0.36 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 70607, Lake Charles, LA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 14,715 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 7,343 (49.9%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 5,394 (36.7%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,978 (13.4%) |
| Median Home Value | $221,040 |
| Average Home Value | $240,880 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
13,327
Single Family
10,207
Multi-Family
3,120
Businesses
532
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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
Multi Family
Built in 2016
0.36 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 70607, Lake Charles, LA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 14,715 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 7,343 (49.9%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 5,394 (36.7%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,978 (13.4%) |
| Median Home Value | $221,040 |
| Average Home Value | $240,880 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
13,327
Single Family
10,207
Multi-Family
3,120
Businesses
532
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Chelsea Armentor • RE/MAX ONE
Mls Name: Greater Southern MLS
Mls ID: #SWL24005595