3904 Emerald DriveEmerald IsleNC28594
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayNot all U.S. investment properties are valued for current income. 3904 Emerald Drive, Emerald Isle, NC, 28594 in Emerald Isle at $1,695,000, 2.37% gross yield, is a market-growth asset. Rental yield 2.37%. The $3,347/mo rent partially funds the $7,622/mo debt service; the core return is the 5%/yr price growth projected to add $468,297 over five years. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage (0.44) provides financing for foreign nationals without domestic income checks. A 30–35% down payment often produces the cleanest coverage for low-yield properties. Total five-year return: $192,610.
| This Property | National Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 2.4% | 6.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(6,983) | $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 | $3,347 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $9,656 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.35x |
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 1979
0.51 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 28594, Emerald Isle, NC area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 7,083 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 1,611 (22.7%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 300 ( 4.2%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 5,172 (73.0%) |
| Median Home Value | $654,716 |
| Average Home Value | $686,816 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
2,858
Single Family
2,858
Multi-Family
0
Businesses
282
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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 1979
0.51 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 28594, Emerald Isle, NC area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 7,083 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 1,611 (22.7%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 300 ( 4.2%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 5,172 (73.0%) |
| Median Home Value | $654,716 |
| Average Home Value | $686,816 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
2,858
Single Family
2,858
Multi-Family
0
Businesses
282
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Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Leigh Anna Weaver • Al Williams Properties
Mls Name: Hive MLS
Mls ID: #100540638