540 Helmsman St #1221Daniel IslandSC29492
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayYield and appreciation often trade off, and at 540 Helmsman St #1221, Daniel Island, SC, 29492 in Daniel Island the bet is firmly on appreciation. Rental yield 2.09%. The 2.09% gross yield on a $1,572,750 price is below income-first thresholds, but 5%/yr value growth projects $434,522 in equity by year five. Ziffy Mortgage's non-U.S. DSCR mortgage (0.39) finances the acquisition on rental income alone. A larger down payment (30–35%) reduces monthly debt service and tightens the spread. Total projected cumulative return: $168,282.
| This Property | National Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 2.1% | 6.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(6,628) | $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 | $2,735 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $8,737 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.31x |
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 2025
N/A lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 29492, Charleston, SC area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 11,521 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 5,895 (51.2%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 4,094 (35.5%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,532 (13.3%) |
| Median Home Value | $717,255 |
| Average Home Value | $925,987 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
11,295
Single Family
6,255
Multi-Family
5,040
Businesses
760
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
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 2025
N/A lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 29492, Charleston, SC area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 11,521 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 5,895 (51.2%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 4,094 (35.5%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,532 (13.3%) |
| Median Home Value | $717,255 |
| Average Home Value | $925,987 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
11,295
Single Family
6,255
Multi-Family
5,040
Businesses
760
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: N/A • East West Realty 2, LLC
Mls Name: CTMLS
Mls Provider:
Mls ID: #24027581
Disclaimer: IDX information is provided exclusively for personal, non-commercial use, and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Copyright Charleston Trident Multiple Listing Service, Inc. All rights reserved. Information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed.