521 N Mangum St #32DurhamNC27701
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Income-ProducingFor first-time U.S. investors or those diversifying conservatively, 521 N Mangum St #32, Durham, NC, 27701 in Durham offers a clean, manageable entry. Rental yield 6.98%. DSCR 1.29 qualifies for Ziffy Mortgage's no-W2 mortgage for non-U.S. residents. Long-term: 5% annual appreciation projects $107,059 in additional property value over five years, with $3,569/yr in principal equity building ownership stake. Total projected cumulative return: $122,481.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 7% | 6.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(398) | $350 |
City averages based on Durham market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $2,254 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $2,497 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.90x |
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.
Condo
Built in 2023
N/A lot
$N/A/sqft
$290 monthly HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 27701, Durham, NC area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 15,573 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 3,590 (23.1%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 9,727 (62.5%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 2,256 (14.5%) |
| Median Home Value | $541,162 |
| Average Home Value | $585,584 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
13,401
Single Family
8,169
Multi-Family
5,232
Businesses
1,288
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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
Condo
Built in 2023
N/A lot
$N/A/sqft
$290 monthly HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 27701, Durham, NC area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 15,573 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 3,590 (23.1%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 9,727 (62.5%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 2,256 (14.5%) |
| Median Home Value | $541,162 |
| Average Home Value | $585,584 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
13,401
Single Family
8,169
Multi-Family
5,232
Businesses
1,288
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Terra Claire VanBeek • Urban Durham Realty
Mls Name: Doorify MLS
Mls Provider:
Mls ID: #10113025
Disclaimer: The MLS listing information displayed is deemed reliable, but is not guaranteed accurate by the MLS. Copyright 2025 Doorify MLS of North Carolina. All rights reserved.