45 E Fire Opal CtClaytonNC27520
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation Play45 E Fire Opal Ct, Clayton, NC, 27520 in Clayton is priced for appreciation, not yield. Rental yield 5.79%. At $593,670 with a 5.79% gross yield, the monthly income is modest, but 5% annual price growth is projected to add $164,020 in value over five years, making equity the primary return driver. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage (1.07) 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: $173,694.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 5.8% | 6.0% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(798) | $850 |
City averages based on Clayton market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $2,867 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $3,429 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.84x |
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
0.44 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
$47 monthly HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 27520, Clayton, NC area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 20,790 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 15,201 (73.1%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 4,716 (22.7%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 873 ( 4.2%) |
| Median Home Value | $350,000 |
| Average Home Value | $370,622 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
20,003
Single Family
18,590
Multi-Family
1,413
Businesses
819
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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
0.44 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
$47 monthly HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 27520, Clayton, NC area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 20,790 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 15,201 (73.1%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 4,716 (22.7%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 873 ( 4.2%) |
| Median Home Value | $350,000 |
| Average Home Value | $370,622 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
20,003
Single Family
18,590
Multi-Family
1,413
Businesses
819
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Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Sam DeStefano • DR Horton-Terramor Homes, LLC
Mls Name: Doorify MLS
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Mls ID: #10136546
Disclaimer: The MLS listing information displayed is deemed reliable, but is not guaranteed accurate by the MLS. Copyright 2026 Doorify MLS of North Carolina. All rights reserved.