7873 Cape Charles DrRaleighNC27617
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation Play7873 Cape Charles Dr, Raleigh, NC, 27617 in Raleigh is priced for appreciation, not yield. Rental yield 5.68%. At $490,000 with a 5.68% gross yield, the monthly income is modest, but 5% annual price growth is projected to add $135,378 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: $137,119.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 5.7% | 5.8% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(824) | $1,850 |
City averages based on Raleigh market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $2,367 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $2,935 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.81x |
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.
Townhouse
Built in 2005
3,920 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
$144 monthly HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 27617, Raleigh, NC area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 11,181 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 4,237 (37.9%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 6,168 (55.2%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 776 ( 6.9%) |
| Median Home Value | $553,776 |
| Average Home Value | $625,222 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
10,838
Single Family
4,133
Multi-Family
6,705
Businesses
977
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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
Townhouse
Built in 2005
3,920 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
$144 monthly HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 27617, Raleigh, NC area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 11,181 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 4,237 (37.9%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 6,168 (55.2%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 776 ( 6.9%) |
| Median Home Value | $553,776 |
| Average Home Value | $625,222 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
10,838
Single Family
4,133
Multi-Family
6,705
Businesses
977
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Christina Valkanoff • Christina Valkanoff Realty Group
Mls Name: Doorify MLS
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Mls ID: #10102409
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.