901 Ward St #1MarlinTX76661
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation Play901 Ward St #1, Marlin, TX, 76661 in Marlin is priced for appreciation, not yield. Rental yield 2.5%. At $489,000 with a 2.5% gross yield, the monthly income is modest, but 5% annual price growth is projected to add $135,102 in value over five years, making equity the primary return driver. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage (0.46) 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: $29,295.
| This Property | National Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 2.5% | 6.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(2,457) | $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 | $1,020 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $3,283 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.31x |
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 1980
0.46 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 76661, Marlin, TX area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 3,259 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 1,536 (47.1%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 1,020 (31.3%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 703 (21.6%) |
| Median Home Value | $95,692 |
| Average Home Value | $130,791 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
2,712
Single Family
2,571
Multi-Family
141
Businesses
367
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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 1980
0.46 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 76661, Marlin, TX area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 3,259 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 1,536 (47.1%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 1,020 (31.3%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 703 (21.6%) |
| Median Home Value | $95,692 |
| Average Home Value | $130,791 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
2,712
Single Family
2,571
Multi-Family
141
Businesses
367
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices