Mercer Plan, RiverlightsWilmingtonNC28412
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayMercer Plan, Riverlights, Wilmington, NC, 28412 in Wilmington is priced for appreciation, not yield. Rental yield 5.98%. At $528,990 with a 5.98% gross yield, the monthly income is modest, but 5% annual price growth is projected to add $146,150 in value over five years, making equity the primary return driver. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage (1.11) 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: $162,427.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 6% | 5.8% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(590) | $1,850 |
City averages based on Wilmington market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $2,634 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $3,013 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.87x |
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.
Single Family
Built in 2025
N/A lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 28412, Wilmington, NC area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 24,383 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 12,950 (53.1%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 9,242 (37.9%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 2,191 ( 9.0%) |
| Median Home Value | $396,597 |
| Average Home Value | $451,674 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
23,810
Single Family
18,795
Multi-Family
5,015
Businesses
956
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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 2025
N/A lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 28412, Wilmington, NC area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 24,383 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 12,950 (53.1%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 9,242 (37.9%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 2,191 ( 9.0%) |
| Median Home Value | $396,597 |
| Average Home Value | $451,674 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
23,810
Single Family
18,795
Multi-Family
5,015
Businesses
956
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: N/A • Pulte Homes
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