3522 Carmel RdCharlotteNC28226



INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayThe investment thesis at 3522 Carmel Rd, Charlotte, NC, 28226 in Charlotte is capital appreciation. Rental yield 2.57%. The 2.57% gross yield at $1,695,000 falls below cash-flow thresholds, but 5% annual value growth is forecast to deliver $468,297 in additional equity by year five, an equity gain that can outpace many higher-yield markets. Ziffy Mortgage finances appreciation-play assets via DSCR (0.48) without U.S. credit history; structure with a larger down payment to optimise coverage. Total projected return: $210,502.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 2.6% | 5.5% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(6,705) | $420 |
City averages based on Charlotte market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $3,625 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $9,656 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.38x |
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 2012
0.60 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 28226, Charlotte, NC area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 17,064 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 11,384 (66.7%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 5,016 (29.4%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 664 ( 3.9%) |
| Median Home Value | $595,891 |
| Average Home Value | $673,224 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
17,625
Single Family
12,619
Multi-Family
5,006
Businesses
1,122



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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 2012
0.60 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 28226, Charlotte, NC area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 17,064 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 11,384 (66.7%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 5,016 (29.4%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 664 ( 3.9%) |
| Median Home Value | $595,891 |
| Average Home Value | $673,224 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
17,625
Single Family
12,619
Multi-Family
5,006
Businesses
1,122
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Listed by: Brad Hess • Charlotte Living Realty
Mls Name: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID
Mls ID: #4341172








