401 Windy Gap LaneSapphireNC28774
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayInvestors who prioritise long-run asset value over immediate income should consider 401 Windy Gap Lane, Sapphire, NC, 28774 in Sapphire. Rental yield 1.58%. At $1,095,000 with 1.58% gross yield, current distributions are modest, but the 5% appreciation rate projects $302,528 in new equity by year five, complemented by $10,085/yr in principal paydown. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR loan (0.29) allows non-U.S. residents to acquire without W-2s or domestic credit. Total projected five-year cumulative return: $77,953.
| This Property | National Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 1.6% | 6.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(5,233) | $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 | $1,440 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $6,238 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.23x |
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 2025
1.93 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 28774, Sapphire, NC area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 3,009 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 701 (23.3%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 144 ( 4.8%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 2,164 (71.9%) |
| Median Home Value | $576,754 |
| Average Home Value | $680,036 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
1,304
Single Family
1,304
Multi-Family
0
Businesses
65
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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 2025
1.93 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 28774, Sapphire, NC area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 3,009 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 701 (23.3%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 144 ( 4.8%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 2,164 (71.9%) |
| Median Home Value | $576,754 |
| Average Home Value | $680,036 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
1,304
Single Family
1,304
Multi-Family
0
Businesses
65
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
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Listed by: Nicole Ernst • Keller Williams Great Smokies
Mls Name: HCMLS
Mls ID: #1002079