217 Blackthorn LnCharlottesvilleVA22902



INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayInvestors who prioritise long-run asset value over immediate income should consider 217 Blackthorn Ln, Charlottesville, VA, 22902 in Charlottesville. Rental yield 5.59%. At $440,000 with 5.59% gross yield, current distributions are modest, but the 5% appreciation rate projects $121,564 in new equity by year five, complemented by $4,052/yr in principal paydown. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR loan (1.04) allows non-U.S. residents to acquire without W-2s or domestic credit. Total projected five-year cumulative return: $129,173.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 5.6% | 5.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(579) | $1,250 |
City averages based on Charlottesville market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $2,051 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $2,455 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.84x |
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 1994
8,712 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 22902, Charlottesville, VA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 10,851 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 5,576 (51.4%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 4,480 (41.3%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 795 ( 7.3%) |
| Median Home Value | $451,661 |
| Average Home Value | $580,194 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
11,194
Single Family
9,644
Multi-Family
1,550
Businesses
1,901



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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 1994
8,712 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 22902, Charlottesville, VA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 10,851 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 5,576 (51.4%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 4,480 (41.3%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 795 ( 7.3%) |
| Median Home Value | $451,661 |
| Average Home Value | $580,194 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
11,194
Single Family
9,644
Multi-Family
1,550
Businesses
1,901
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Listed by: DENISE RAMEY TEAM • LONG & FOSTER - CHARLOTTESVILLE WEST
Mls Name: CAAR
Mls ID: #669342







