240 Ridge Top DrRural RetreatVA24368
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayMarkets with strong demand fundamentals often produce low-yield, high-appreciation assets. 240 Ridge Top Dr, Rural Retreat, VA, 24368 in Rural Retreat fits: $349,500, 4.02% gross yield, and a projected 5% annual appreciation rate adding $96,560 in value within five years. Rental yield 4.02%. The narrow rent-to-debt spread is the trade-off for market growth. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR loan (0.74) finances non-U.S. buyers without personal income documentation; optimise coverage with a 30–35% down payment. $3,219/yr in principal paydown and $96,560 in appreciation project a total return of $73,055.
| This Property | National Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 4% | 6.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(919) | $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 | $1,170 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $1,950 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.60x |
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.
Multi Family
Built in 1978
29.31 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 24368, Rural Retreat, VA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 2,379 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 1,653 (69.5%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 379 (15.9%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 347 (14.6%) |
| Median Home Value | $169,596 |
| Average Home Value | $220,800 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
1,934
Single Family
1,934
Multi-Family
0
Businesses
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
Multi Family
Built in 1978
29.31 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 24368, Rural Retreat, VA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 2,379 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 1,653 (69.5%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 379 (15.9%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 347 (14.6%) |
| Median Home Value | $169,596 |
| Average Home Value | $220,800 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
1,934
Single Family
1,934
Multi-Family
0
Businesses
102
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Judy Short • Weichert Realtors-Short Way Real Estate
Mls Name: SWVAR
Mls ID: #103354