1. What are the best cash-flowing investment properties available in Texas?

Current investment opportunities include a Rowlett Airbnb listed at $720,000 with $178,186 in reported 2025 Airbnb payouts, a $583,000 package of two tenant-occupied single-family rentals in Rosharon, and a $420,000 Arlington duplex generating $3,250 in monthly rent. Each property offers a different investment strategy, including short-term rentals, turnkey long-term rentals, and multifamily ownership.

2. Is buying an Airbnb for four times its annual rental revenue a good investment?

An Airbnb priced at four times annual revenue can offer an attractive income-to-purchase-price ratio, but profitability depends on operating expenses, financing, occupancy, and local regulations. A six-bedroom Airbnb at 2109 Indian Trail in Rowlett, Texas, is listed for $720,000 and has reported 2025 Airbnb payouts of $178,186. That represents approximately a 24.7% gross payout-to-price ratio before property expenses.

3. Can I buy turnkey rental properties in Texas with tenants and property management already in place?

Yes. Two single-family rental homes at 1242 and 1206 Scarlet Creek Drive in Rosharon, Texas, are offered together for $583,000. Both properties are tenant-occupied, generate $6,126 in combined monthly rental income, and have leases extending into summer 2027. The package also includes two years of free professional property management, making it particularly attractive to out-of-state investors.

4. How much cash flow can two tenant-occupied rental homes generate in Texas?

The two-home Scarlet Creek package in Rosharon, Texas, has projected monthly cash flow of approximately $1,061, or $12,732 annually, using 25% down payments, 6.75% interest, and 30-year financing. At a combined purchase price of $583,000, the properties have an estimated 8.02% capitalization rate based on the supplied income and operating expenses. Actual returns depend on financing, vacancy, maintenance, and other ownership costs.

5. Can duplexes in Arlington, Texas, legally operate as short-term rentals?

Some Arlington duplexes may qualify for short-term rental permits depending on their zoning and compliance with city requirements. The duplex at 2320–2322 Summer Place Drive is reported to have RM-12 zoning, a category eligible for short-term rental permitting. Listed at $420,000 after a $95,000 price reduction, the property currently generates $3,250 per month from long-term tenants. Buyers should verify zoning, permit eligibility, and applicable restrictions before converting either unit to short-term rental use.

An Airbnb Priced at Just 4× Annual Revenue? 25% Gross Yield!

Summary: a unicorn Airbnb generating $178K annually asking just 4× revenue, two turnkey rentals with tenants in place and 2 years of FREE property management, and a rare STR-eligible Arlington duplex that just dropped $95K in price.

DFW (Rowlett) Unicorn STR With $178K in 2025 Payouts $720K »great deal»
Asset Quality A | Neighborhood Quality A | Year Built 1999
Seller-provided Airbnb reports show $140K in 2023, $142K in 2024, and $178K in 2025 payouts (linked below), a rare three-year upward trend for an STR. This furnished 6-bedroom, 5-bath property includes a pool, heated spa, and a current guest paying $7,000 month to month. At $720K, the 2025 payout represents a 25% Gross Yield. Incredible revenue history and price. All furnishings pictured are included in the sale (including pool table, TVs washer dryer etc). This is an absolute unicorn.
2109 Indian Trl Rowlett TX 75088

Sale Price	$ 720,000	Cap Rate	14.40%
Cash Needed	$ 187,200	Cash on Cash	32.92%
		Monthly	Annual
Income		$ 14,833	$ 178,000
Mortgage	6.75%	$ 3,502	$ 42,029
	Tax	$ 579	$ 14,400
	Repairs	$ 297	$ 3,560
	Insurance	$ 275	$ 3,300
	Mgmt	$ 2,225	$ 26,700
	Utilities	$ 950	$ 11,400
	Landscape	$ 150	$ 1,800
	Supplies	$ 100	$ 1,200
	Cleaning	$ 1,100	$ 10,800
	Misc Fees	$ 519	$ 6,230
NOI		$ 8,639	$ 103,662
Cashflow		$ 5,136	$ 61,633

Houston Two-Home Package With 2 Years Free Management $583K »great deal»
Asset Quality A | Neighborhood Quality A | Year Built 2023
$6,126 in combined monthly rental income from two recently constructed, tenant-occupied homes with leases running through June and August 2027. The package is discounted to $583K and includes two full years of FREE property management, eliminating a major headache for out-of-state owners. Both homes are in excellent condition, in a community with highly rated schools, and selling at 8% cap rates (excellent for a newer build LTR!). HCA Houston Healthcare in Pearland has announced a $60M hospital expansion adding 44 inpatient beds and eight emergency treatment spaces further augmenting tenant demand in the corridor.
1242 Scarlet Creek Dr & 1206 Scarlet Creek Dr Rosharon TX 77583

Sale Price	$ 583,000	Cap Rate	8.06%
Cash Needed	$ 145,750	Cash on Cash	8.89%
		Monthly	Annual
Income		$ 6,126	$ 73,512
Mortgage	6.75%	$ 2,836	$ 34,032
	Tax	$ 1,411	$ 16,932
	Insurance	$ 333	$ 4,000
	Maintenance	$ 270	$ 3,240
	HOA	196	$ 2,352
NOI		$ 3,916	$ 46,988
Cashflow		$ 1,080	$ 12,956

Arlington Duplex With $95K Price Cut & STR Zoning $420K
Asset Quality B | Neighborhood Quality B | Year Built 1984
$3,250 per month in existing rent from two occupied 2-bedroom units, with a $95K price reduction from the original $515K asking price. Both units have separate deeds, utilities, and fenced yards, with market rents estimated at $1,700–$1,800 per unit. The biggest differentiator is RM-12 zoning, one of Arlington's limited zoning categories eligible for STR permits. Arlington's General Motors assembly plant employs more than 5,400 people and has announced over $500M in additional manufacturing investment. This is an incredibly rare find. STR eligible, city of arlington, ATT stadium 10 mins away. Several major manufacturing plants for contract workers, and a major price cut. This is a great deal if looking for STR and LTR combo.
2320 & 2322 Summer Place Dr Arlington TX 76014

Sale Price	$ 420,000	Cap Rate	6.24%
Cash Needed	$ 109,200	Cash on Cash	1.56%
		Monthly	Annual
Income		$ 3,600	$ 43,200
Mortgage	6.75%	$ 2,043	$ 24,517
	Tax	$ 700	$ 8,400
	Insurance	$ 208	$ 2,500
	Vacancy	$ -	$ -
	Maintenance	$ 180	$ 2,160
	Utilities	$ -	$ -
	Management	$ 252	$ 3,024
	Lawn Care	$75.00	$ 900
	HOA	0	$ -
NOI		$ 2,185	$ 26,216
Cashflow		$ 142	$ 1,699

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