181 Whitethorne LaneWest JeffersonNC28694
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayNot all U.S. investment properties are valued for current income. 181 Whitethorne Lane, West Jefferson, NC, 28694 in West Jefferson at $349,000, 5.77% gross yield, is a market-growth asset. Rental yield 5.77%. The $1,679/mo rent partially funds the $1,569/mo debt service; the core return is the 5%/yr price growth projected to add $96,422 over five years. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage (1.07) provides financing for foreign nationals without domestic income checks. A 30–35% down payment often produces the cleanest coverage for low-yield properties. Total five-year return: $100,442.
| This Property | National Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 5.8% | 6.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(498) | $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 | $1,679 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $2,038 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.82x |
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 2025
0.54 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
$600 annually HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 28694, West Jefferson, NC area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 5,131 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 2,726 (53.1%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 944 (18.4%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,461 (28.5%) |
| Median Home Value | $340,923 |
| Average Home Value | $381,704 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
3,816
Single Family
3,738
Multi-Family
78
Businesses
410
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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 2025
0.54 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
$600 annually HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 28694, West Jefferson, NC area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 5,131 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 2,726 (53.1%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 944 (18.4%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,461 (28.5%) |
| Median Home Value | $340,923 |
| Average Home Value | $381,704 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
3,816
Single Family
3,738
Multi-Family
78
Businesses
410
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Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Kim Hurley • Realty One Group Results
Mls Name: High Country AOR
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Mls ID: #258164
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