53 Shepard DrLindenNC28356



INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Solid IncomeInvestors who value predictability will appreciate 53 Shepard Dr, Linden, NC, 28356 in Linden. At $396,000 it earns $2,951/mo in rent and distributes $517/mo to the owner after the $1,781/mo payment, a consistent 8.94% yield. DSCR 1.66 clears Ziffy Mortgage's income-only underwriting standard. Over five years, 5% annual appreciation adds $109,408 in value; $3,647/yr in principal paydown compounds ownership stake. Total projected return: $184,564.
| This Property | National Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 8.9% | 6.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $517 | $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 | $2,951 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $2,256 |
| DSCR Ratio | 1.31x |
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.
Single Family
Built in 2012
N/A lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 28356, Linden, NC area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 2,390 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 1,766 (73.9%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 439 (18.4%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 185 ( 7.7%) |
| Median Home Value | $302,226 |
| Average Home Value | $313,153 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
2,165
Single Family
2,165
Multi-Family
0
Businesses
48



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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 2012
N/A lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 28356, Linden, NC area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 2,390 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 1,766 (73.9%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 439 (18.4%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 185 ( 7.7%) |
| Median Home Value | $302,226 |
| Average Home Value | $313,153 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
2,165
Single Family
2,165
Multi-Family
0
Businesses
48
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Mls Name: LPRMLS
Mls ID: #759694







