12 Cold Springs River DriveRio FrioTX78879
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation Play12 Cold Springs River Drive, Rio Frio, TX, 78879 in Rio Frio is priced for appreciation, not yield. Rental yield 2.28%. At $885,000 with a 2.28% gross yield, the monthly income is modest, but 5% annual price growth is projected to add $244,509 in value over five years, making equity the primary return driver. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage (0.42) 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: $42,511.
| This Property | National Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 2.3% | 6.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(4,610) | $180 |
National averages based on 2024–2025 U.S. residential rental market data. Content is user-generated and unverified.
DSCR Rental Loan Qualification
Qualifies using the property's rental income, not your personal income.
- ✓No W-2, pay stubs, or tax returns needed
- ✓Rental income qualifies you
- ✓Built for real estate investors
| Monthly Rental Income | $1,684 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $5,941 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.28x |
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 1990
0.33 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 78879, Rio Frio, TX area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 311 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 178 (57.2%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 54 (17.4%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 79 (25.4%) |
| Median Home Value | $400,000 |
| Average Home Value | $518,427 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
71
Single Family
71
Multi-Family
0
Businesses
14
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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 1990
0.33 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 78879, Rio Frio, TX area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 311 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 178 (57.2%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 54 (17.4%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 79 (25.4%) |
| Median Home Value | $400,000 |
| Average Home Value | $518,427 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
71
Single Family
71
Multi-Family
0
Businesses
14
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