46 Lightning Bug TrailScaly MountainNC28775
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayGlobal investors willing to prioritise equity over near-term yield will find 46 Lightning Bug Trail, Scaly Mountain, NC, 28775 in Scaly Mountain worth study. Rental yield 1.31%. The 1.31% gross yield is below cash-flow benchmarks at $1,295,000, but 5% annual appreciation, adding $357,785 over five years, frames this as a capital growth position. Rent of $1,410/mo partially offsets the $5,823/mo payment. Ziffy Mortgage finances appreciation-play properties (0.24 DSCR) for non-U.S. residents without domestic income documentation; a 30–35% down payment maximises coverage. Total projected return: $73,344.
| This Property | National Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 1.3% | 6.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(6,482) | $180 |
National averages based on 2024–2025 U.S. residential rental market data. Content is user-generated and unverified.
DSCR Rental Loan Qualification
Qualifies using the property's rental income, not your personal income.
- ✓No W-2, pay stubs, or tax returns needed
- ✓Rental income qualifies you
- ✓Built for real estate investors
| Monthly Rental Income | $1,410 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $7,377 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.19x |
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 2024
10.92 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 28775, Scaly Mountain, NC area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 651 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 236 (36.3%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 57 ( 8.8%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 358 (55.0%) |
| Median Home Value | $415,385 |
| Average Home Value | $461,472 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
254
Single Family
254
Multi-Family
0
Businesses
31
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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 2024
10.92 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 28775, Scaly Mountain, NC area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 651 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 236 (36.3%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 57 ( 8.8%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 358 (55.0%) |
| Median Home Value | $415,385 |
| Average Home Value | $461,472 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
254
Single Family
254
Multi-Family
0
Businesses
31
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: N/A • N/A
Mls Name: HCMLS
Mls ID: #1003338