297 Dry Branch DrKenlyNC27542
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Steady Equity BuilderInvestors who treat current yield as secondary to long-run equity growth will find 297 Dry Branch Dr, Kenly, NC, 27542 in Kenly worth modelling. At $372,000 with a 7.74% gross yield, the $2,400/mo rent leaves $133/mo after the $1,673/mo payment, sufficient to cover costs, modest in distribution. Ziffy Mortgage's 1.43 DSCR loan can finance the acquisition without personal income documentation. Appreciation of 5%/yr is projected to add $102,777 by year five; $3,426/yr in principal reduction adds further equity. Total projected return: $149,455.
| This Property | National Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 7.7% | 6.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $133 | $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 | $2,400 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $2,119 |
| DSCR Ratio | 1.13x |
Ziffy Mortgage: Your DSCR most likely meets our 1.0+ requirement, so you'll most probably qualify for our standard DSCR investment loan program. To pre-qualify, 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
0.67 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 27542, Kenly, NC area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 4,411 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 2,955 (67.0%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 1,039 (23.6%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 417 ( 9.5%) |
| Median Home Value | $229,144 |
| Average Home Value | $271,400 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
3,844
Single Family
3,844
Multi-Family
0
Businesses
188
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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
0.67 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 27542, Kenly, NC area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 4,411 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 2,955 (67.0%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 1,039 (23.6%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 417 ( 9.5%) |
| Median Home Value | $229,144 |
| Average Home Value | $271,400 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
3,844
Single Family
3,844
Multi-Family
0
Businesses
188
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Christopher Carroll • HomeTowne Realty
Mls Name: Doorify MLS
Mls Provider:
Mls ID: #10109145
Disclaimer: The MLS listing information displayed is deemed reliable, but is not guaranteed accurate by the MLS. Copyright 2025 Doorify MLS of North Carolina. All rights reserved.