1406 Salt Rock RdCullowheeNC28723
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayInvestors who prioritise long-run asset value over immediate income should consider 1406 Salt Rock Rd, Cullowhee, NC, 28723 in Cullowhee. Rental yield 5.87%. At $389,900 with 5.87% gross yield, current distributions are modest, but the 5% appreciation rate projects $107,722 in new equity by year five, complemented by $3,591/yr in principal paydown. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR loan (1.09) allows non-U.S. residents to acquire without W-2s or domestic credit. Total projected five-year cumulative return: $117,545.
| This Property | National Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 5.9% | 6.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(469) | $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 | $1,907 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $2,221 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.86x |
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 1972
2.28 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 28723, Cullowhee, NC area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 5,918 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 1,822 (30.8%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 2,173 (36.7%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,923 (32.5%) |
| Median Home Value | $371,691 |
| Average Home Value | $541,180 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
4,394
Single Family
4,382
Multi-Family
12
Businesses
129
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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 1972
2.28 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 28723, Cullowhee, NC area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 5,918 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 1,822 (30.8%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 2,173 (36.7%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,923 (32.5%) |
| Median Home Value | $371,691 |
| Average Home Value | $541,180 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
4,394
Single Family
4,382
Multi-Family
12
Businesses
129
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Anderson Ernst • Re/Max Elite Realty
Mls Name: Carolina Smokies MLS
Mls ID: #26041752