3706 Darwin RdDurhamNC27707
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation Play3706 Darwin Rd, Durham, NC, 27707 in Durham is priced for appreciation, not yield. Rental yield 3.96%. At $1,125,000 with a 3.96% gross yield, the monthly income is modest, but 5% annual price growth is projected to add $310,817 in value over five years, making equity the primary return driver. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage (0.73) can still finance this property for non-U.S. residents; a 30–35% down payment typically produces the cleanest underwriting for appreciation-focused assets. Total projected cumulative return: $223,489.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 4% | 6.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(3,148) | $350 |
City averages based on Durham market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $3,708 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $6,409 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.58x |
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 1984
0.83 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 27707, Durham, NC area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 23,539 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 9,060 (38.5%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 12,484 (53.0%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,995 ( 8.5%) |
| Median Home Value | $476,975 |
| Average Home Value | $520,735 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
22,469
Single Family
15,431
Multi-Family
7,038
Businesses
1,397
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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 1984
0.83 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 27707, Durham, NC area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 23,539 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 9,060 (38.5%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 12,484 (53.0%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,995 ( 8.5%) |
| Median Home Value | $476,975 |
| Average Home Value | $520,735 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
22,469
Single Family
15,431
Multi-Family
7,038
Businesses
1,397
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices