171 Mary Ellen DrCharlestonSC29403
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayMarkets with strong demand fundamentals often produce low-yield, high-appreciation assets. 171 Mary Ellen Dr, Charleston, SC, 29403 in Charleston fits: $1,845,000, 5.15% gross yield, and a projected 5% annual appreciation rate adding $509,739 in value within five years. Rental yield 5.15%. The narrow rent-to-debt spread is the trade-off for market growth. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR loan (0.95) finances non-U.S. buyers without personal income documentation; optimise coverage with a 30–35% down payment. $16,993/yr in principal paydown and $509,739 in appreciation project a total return of $500,106.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 5.2% | 5.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(3,071) | $1,850 |
City averages based on Charleston market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $7,912 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $10,249 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.77x |
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 2006
4,356 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 29403, Charleston, SC area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 15,738 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 4,024 (25.6%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 8,465 (53.8%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 3,249 (20.6%) |
| Median Home Value | $777,820 |
| Average Home Value | $872,206 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
13,011
Single Family
9,788
Multi-Family
3,223
Businesses
1,102
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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 2006
4,356 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 29403, Charleston, SC area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 15,738 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 4,024 (25.6%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 8,465 (53.8%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 3,249 (20.6%) |
| Median Home Value | $777,820 |
| Average Home Value | $872,206 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
13,011
Single Family
9,788
Multi-Family
3,223
Businesses
1,102
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: N/A • Lois Lane Properties
Mls Name: CTMLS
Mls ID: #25028069