304 E Hammond StDurhamNC27704



INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayThe investment thesis at 304 E Hammond St, Durham, NC, 27704 in Durham is capital appreciation. Rental yield 5.34%. The 5.34% gross yield at $419,900 falls below cash-flow thresholds, but 5% annual value growth is forecast to deliver $116,011 in additional equity by year five, an equity gain that can outpace many higher-yield markets. Ziffy Mortgage finances appreciation-play assets via DSCR (0.99) without U.S. credit history; structure with a larger down payment to optimise coverage. Total projected return: $114,748.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 5.3% | 6.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(689) | $350 |
City averages based on Durham market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $1,870 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $2,392 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.78x |
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 1947
6,098 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 27704, Durham, NC area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 16,576 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 9,231 (55.7%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 6,559 (39.6%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 786 ( 4.7%) |
| Median Home Value | $325,650 |
| Average Home Value | $349,237 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
15,928
Single Family
13,290
Multi-Family
2,638
Businesses
1,001



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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 1947
6,098 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 27704, Durham, NC area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 16,576 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 9,231 (55.7%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 6,559 (39.6%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 786 ( 4.7%) |
| Median Home Value | $325,650 |
| Average Home Value | $349,237 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
15,928
Single Family
13,290
Multi-Family
2,638
Businesses
1,001
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