8939 Wateka DrHoustonTX77074
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayInvestors who prioritise long-run asset value over immediate income should consider 8939 Wateka Dr, Houston, TX, 77074 in Houston. Rental yield 4.25%. At $529,900 with 4.25% gross yield, current distributions are modest, but the 5% appreciation rate projects $146,402 in new equity by year five, complemented by $4,880/yr in principal paydown. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR loan (0.79) allows non-U.S. residents to acquire without W-2s or domestic credit. Total projected five-year cumulative return: $81,437.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 4.3% | 6.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(1,890) | $450 |
City averages based on Houston market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $1,878 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $3,557 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.53x |
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 1950
1.94 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 77074, Houston, TX area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 15,800 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 4,392 (27.8%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 9,971 (63.1%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,437 ( 9.1%) |
| Median Home Value | $240,326 |
| Average Home Value | $263,668 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
14,136
Single Family
5,811
Multi-Family
8,325
Businesses
2,034
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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 1950
1.94 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 77074, Houston, TX area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 15,800 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 4,392 (27.8%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 9,971 (63.1%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,437 ( 9.1%) |
| Median Home Value | $240,326 |
| Average Home Value | $263,668 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
14,136
Single Family
5,811
Multi-Family
8,325
Businesses
2,034
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices