444 Nicholson StCharlottesvilleVA22901
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation Play444 Nicholson St, Charlottesville, VA, 22901 in Charlottesville is priced for appreciation, not yield. Rental yield 3.46%. At $799,000 with a 3.46% gross yield, the monthly income is modest, but 5% annual price growth is projected to add $220,749 in value over five years, making equity the primary return driver. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage (0.64) 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: $143,223.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 3.5% | 5.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(2,532) | $1,250 |
City averages based on Charlottesville market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $2,305 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $4,458 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.52x |
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 2026
2,613 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 22901, Charlottesville, VA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 16,906 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 8,917 (52.7%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 6,745 (39.9%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,244 ( 7.4%) |
| Median Home Value | $546,217 |
| Average Home Value | $630,845 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
16,845
Single Family
13,820
Multi-Family
3,025
Businesses
1,227
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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 2026
2,613 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 22901, Charlottesville, VA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 16,906 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 8,917 (52.7%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 6,745 (39.9%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,244 ( 7.4%) |
| Median Home Value | $546,217 |
| Average Home Value | $630,845 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
16,845
Single Family
13,820
Multi-Family
3,025
Businesses
1,227
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: N/A • N/A
Mls Name: CAAR
Mls ID: #675082