9040 Mercer DrDallasTX75228
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation Play9040 Mercer Dr, Dallas, TX, 75228 in Dallas is priced for appreciation, not yield. Rental yield 5.59%. At $975,000 with a 5.59% gross yield, the monthly income is modest, but 5% annual price growth is projected to add $269,375 in value over five years, making equity the primary return driver. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage (1.04) 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: $219,617.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 5.6% | 6.5% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(2,394) | $450 |
City averages based on Dallas market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $4,540 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $6,545 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.69x |
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 1965
0.25 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 75228, Dallas, TX area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 26,806 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 11,522 (43.0%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 13,198 (49.2%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 2,086 ( 7.8%) |
| Median Home Value | $320,409 |
| Average Home Value | $351,371 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
25,654
Single Family
16,017
Multi-Family
9,637
Businesses
1,041
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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 1965
0.25 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 75228, Dallas, TX area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 26,806 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 11,522 (43.0%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 13,198 (49.2%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 2,086 ( 7.8%) |
| Median Home Value | $320,409 |
| Average Home Value | $351,371 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
25,654
Single Family
16,017
Multi-Family
9,637
Businesses
1,041
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices