1017 4th StSpencerNC28159
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation Play1017 4th St, Spencer, NC, 28159 in Spencer is priced for appreciation, not yield. Rental yield 4.5%. At $399,999 with a 4.5% gross yield, the monthly income is modest, but 5% annual price growth is projected to add $110,512 in value over five years, making equity the primary return driver. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage (0.83) 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: $91,125.
| This Property | National Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 4.5% | 6.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(938) | $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 | $1,500 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $2,279 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.66x |
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 1949
0.63 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 28159, Spencer, NC area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 1,419 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 742 (52.3%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 502 (35.4%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 175 (12.3%) |
| Median Home Value | $187,342 |
| Average Home Value | $265,425 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
1,297
Single Family
1,289
Multi-Family
8
Businesses
128
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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 1949
0.63 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 28159, Spencer, NC area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 1,419 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 742 (52.3%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 502 (35.4%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 175 (12.3%) |
| Median Home Value | $187,342 |
| Average Home Value | $265,425 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
1,297
Single Family
1,289
Multi-Family
8
Businesses
128
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Anne Pflaging • Resilient Realty LLC
Mls Name: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Mls ID: #4300015