A Model (The Hawthorn) Plan, South Creek Chapel HillChapel HillNC27517
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayA Model (The Hawthorn) Plan, South Creek Chapel Hill, Chapel Hill, NC, 27517 in Chapel Hill is priced for appreciation, not yield. Rental yield 5.84%. At $399,000 with a 5.84% gross yield, the monthly income is modest, but 5% annual price growth is projected to add $110,236 in value over five years, making equity the primary return driver. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage (1.08) 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: $119,537.
| This Property | National Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 5.8% | 6.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(491) | $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 | $1,940 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $2,273 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.85x |
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 2026
N/A lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 27517, Chapel Hill, NC area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 14,805 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 8,549 (57.7%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 5,090 (34.4%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,166 ( 7.9%) |
| Median Home Value | $644,053 |
| Average Home Value | $717,620 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
14,097
Single Family
10,847
Multi-Family
3,250
Businesses
600
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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 2026
N/A lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 27517, Chapel Hill, NC area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 14,805 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 8,549 (57.7%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 5,090 (34.4%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,166 ( 7.9%) |
| Median Home Value | $644,053 |
| Average Home Value | $717,620 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
14,097
Single Family
10,847
Multi-Family
3,250
Businesses
600
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: N/A • Beechwood Homes
Mls Name: Beechwood Homes - Carolinas
Mls ID: #N/A