3985 Spring Garden RdChathamVA24531



INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayInvestors who prioritise long-run asset value over immediate income should consider 3985 Spring Garden Rd, Chatham, VA, 24531 in Chatham. Rental yield 5.69%. At $329,000 with 5.69% gross yield, current distributions are modest, but the 5% appreciation rate projects $90,897 in new equity by year five, complemented by $3,030/yr in principal paydown. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR loan (1.05) allows non-U.S. residents to acquire without W-2s or domestic credit. Total projected five-year cumulative return: $98,327.
| This Property | National Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 5.7% | 6.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(407) | $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 | $1,560 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $1,836 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.85x |
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 1936
0.98 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 24531, Chatham, VA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 4,034 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 2,489 (61.7%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 827 (20.5%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 718 (17.8%) |
| Median Home Value | $171,766 |
| Average Home Value | $204,057 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
3,424
Single Family
3,424
Multi-Family
0
Businesses
313



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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 1936
0.98 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 24531, Chatham, VA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 4,034 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 2,489 (61.7%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 827 (20.5%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 718 (17.8%) |
| Median Home Value | $171,766 |
| Average Home Value | $204,057 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
3,424
Single Family
3,424
Multi-Family
0
Businesses
313
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Listed by: Tom Cahill • RIVER CITY, INC.
Mls Name: Dan River Region AOR
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Mls ID: #72464
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