4198 Pickering DrHickoryNC28602
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Steady Equity BuilderThis is a cash-flow-light asset: 4198 Pickering Dr, Hickory, NC, 28602 in Hickory, $314,900, 7.77% gross yield, $30/mo net income. Consider it a market-entry position, the $2,039/mo rent covers the $1,416/mo payment with a margin, and 5%/yr appreciation is projected to add $87,001 to the asset's value over five years. Ziffy Mortgage approves DSCR loans (coverage 1.44) for non-U.S. residents without domestic income documentation. Consider a higher down payment to widen the monthly margin. Total projected return: $121,633.
| This Property | National Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 7.8% | 6.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $30 | $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 | $2,039 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $1,884 |
| DSCR Ratio | 1.08x |
Ziffy Mortgage: Your DSCR most likely meets our 1.0+ requirement, so you'll most probably qualify for our standard DSCR investment loan program. To pre-qualify, 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.
Townhouse
Built in 2019
N/A lot
$N/A/sqft
$90 monthly HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 28602, Hickory, NC area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 13,156 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 8,012 (60.9%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 3,979 (30.2%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,165 ( 8.9%) |
| Median Home Value | $226,054 |
| Average Home Value | $256,746 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
12,634
Single Family
11,779
Multi-Family
855
Businesses
1,733
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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
Townhouse
Built in 2019
N/A lot
$N/A/sqft
$90 monthly HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 28602, Hickory, NC area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 13,156 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 8,012 (60.9%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 3,979 (30.2%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,165 ( 8.9%) |
| Median Home Value | $226,054 |
| Average Home Value | $256,746 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
12,634
Single Family
11,779
Multi-Family
855
Businesses
1,733
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Nearby investment properties with comparable prices