17 Charlestown DrCape CharlesVA23310
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayThe investment thesis at 17 Charlestown Dr, Cape Charles, VA, 23310 in Cape Charles is capital appreciation. Rental yield 5.31%. The 5.31% gross yield at $949,000 falls below cash-flow thresholds, but 5% annual value growth is forecast to deliver $262,191 in additional equity by year five, an equity gain that can outpace many higher-yield markets. Ziffy Mortgage finances appreciation-play assets via DSCR (0.98) without U.S. credit history; structure with a larger down payment to optimise coverage. Total projected return: $264,203.
| This Property | National Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 5.3% | 6.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(1,473) | $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 | $4,200 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $5,295 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.79x |
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 2024
7,797 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 23310, Cape Charles, VA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 3,801 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 1,819 (47.9%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 781 (20.5%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,201 (31.6%) |
| Median Home Value | $378,548 |
| Average Home Value | $468,551 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
2,521
Single Family
2,481
Multi-Family
40
Businesses
221
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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 2024
7,797 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 23310, Cape Charles, VA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 3,801 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 1,819 (47.9%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 781 (20.5%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,201 (31.6%) |
| Median Home Value | $378,548 |
| Average Home Value | $468,551 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
2,521
Single Family
2,481
Multi-Family
40
Businesses
221
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Shanna Colls • BAY CREEK REALTY
Mls Name: Eastern Shore AOR
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Mls ID: #62003
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