946 Watercolor WayDurhamNC27713
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation Play946 Watercolor Way, Durham, NC, 27713 in Durham is priced for appreciation, not yield. Rental yield 4.53%. At $812,500 with a 4.53% gross yield, the monthly income is modest, but 5% annual price growth is projected to add $224,479 in value over five years, making equity the primary return driver. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage (0.84) 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: $186,344.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 4.5% | 6.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(2,026) | $350 |
City averages based on Durham market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $3,066 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $4,629 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.66x |
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 2021
2,613 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 27713, Durham, NC area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 27,653 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 15,563 (56.3%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 10,994 (39.8%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,096 ( 4.0%) |
| Median Home Value | $424,275 |
| Average Home Value | $474,898 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
26,168
Single Family
18,385
Multi-Family
7,783
Businesses
1,493
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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 2021
2,613 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 27713, Durham, NC area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 27,653 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 15,563 (56.3%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 10,994 (39.8%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,096 ( 4.0%) |
| Median Home Value | $424,275 |
| Average Home Value | $474,898 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
26,168
Single Family
18,385
Multi-Family
7,783
Businesses
1,493
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Anne Godwin • Insight Real Estate
Mls Name: Doorify MLS
Mls ID: #10141098