Real Estate Investing in Summerfield, North Carolina (27358)

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Guilford County • Population: 15,283 • Data updated: September 2026

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Should you buy in 27358 (Summerfield, NC)? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
GOOD FIT
Grade B (80/100)

Solid choice — values are growing steadily and the market is stable enough to buy with confidence.

📈 For Investors
MIXED
3.0 / 5 (52/100)

A middle-of-the-road market. Workable, but the best opportunities may be nearby ZIPs rather than this one.

⚠️ Risks to Know
CLEAN

No major risk flags on the data we track.

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3.0/ 5

Investability

Overall investment appeal

3.0/ 5

Appreciation

Long-term value growth

4.0/ 5

Cashflow ROI

Rental yield potential

Avg Home Value $524,497
Avg Monthly Rent $2,850
1% Rule ✗ Does Not Meet
Median Income $118,893
% Renters 11.2%

Market Analysis: 27358 Summerfield

ZIP 27358 inside Guilford County looks affordable on the surface — median value of $524K — but the discount exists for reasons that a careful buyer should understand before committing.

Distressed does not mean uninvestable. It means the margin for error is thinner. ZIP 27358 rewards the prepared, punishes the overconfident, and leaves the math unchanged either way.

Nearby ZIPs in Summerfield have seen price recovery that 27358 has not matched. Guilford County data supports the view that the spread is structural rather than temporary.

Resident income in 27358 sits below the county median. That reality colors rent collection, vacancy, and reinvestment math in ways that outside investors often underestimate.

Experienced landlords with local relationships tend to find 27358 workable. Turnkey investors from out of state usually find the numbers do not hold up in practice.

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🏦 Current 30-yr Fixed Mortgage Rate: 6.76% as of Sep 10 Source: Freddie Mac PMMS

Here's what matters if you're considering buying a home in Summerfield:

B Good
Buy Confidence Score: 73/100
Affordability
15/25
Appreciation
22/25
Stability
11/20
Timing
10/15
Rental backup
15/15
Affordability
Moderate
Homes cost 4.4× the median income
Value Trend
Rising (+7.8%)
How home values changed in the past year
Rental Backup
Strong
Could rent for $2,850/mo if you need to move
Market Conditions
COOL
More inventory, negotiating room for buyers
Bottom Line: Mixed signals in this market. Research specific properties carefully and be prepared to negotiate.
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COOL MARKET
Greensboro-High Point, NC Metro Area
More inventory, negotiating room for buyers
43 days
Average time to sell
Average
10.6%
Listings with price cuts
Few Cuts
0.0%
Sale price vs asking
Below Ask
0.0%
Income needed for mortgage
Affordable
📅 Market conditions as of August 29, 2026 — updated weekly from Greensboro-High Point, NC metro data
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Property Strategy for 27358

Which property type performs best in this market?

Best for Cash Flow
2BR
4.9% cap rate
Best for Appreciation
5BR
+8.9% 5yr CAGR
Best Overall Value
2BR
$108,528/bedroom
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Type Median Value Est. Rent Cap Rate 5yr CAGR $/Bedroom
2BR $217,056 $1,470 4.9% +6.7% $108,528
3BR $393,768 $1,870 3.4% +7.7% $131,256
4BR $677,299 $2,150 2.3% +8.6% $169,325
5BR $563,284 +8.9% $112,657

Market Trends

Home Value History (with trend line)

$548K$482K$415K$349K$283K$217KJul 2006Jul 2016Jul 2026

Rent History (with trend line)

No data available

📊 How Does 27358 Compare?

Metric 27358 Summerfield Greensboro-High Point, NC North Carolina
Home Value $524,497 $524,497 N/A $330,565
5-Year CAGR 6.4% 6.4% N/A 7.8%
Avg Rent $2,850 $2,850 N/A -
Cap Rate 4.2% 4.2% - -
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Investability
Good
Cap Rate
4.2%
Fair
5yr Growth
+6.4%
Strong

📊 Market Snapshot

Home Value $524,497
Monthly Rent $2,850
Price-to-Rent 15.3:1
1% Rule ✗ Fails

💰 Return Metrics

Gross Yield 6.5%
Cap Rate 4.2%
5-Year IRR 10.6%

📈 Home Appreciation

1-Year +7.8% ▲
3-Year CAGR +4.6% ▲
5-Year CAGR +6.4% ▲
10-Year CAGR +6.3% ▲

🏠 Rent Trends

1-Year N/A
3-Year CAGR N/A
5-Year CAGR N/A
Negative Leverage — IRR / Tax Play Cap Rate: 4.2%  |  30yr Rate: 6.8%
Leverage reduces cash returns at current rates.

The current 30-yr mortgage rate (6.8%) exceeds the estimated cap rate (4.2%). Financing reduces your cash-on-cash return below the cap rate. Markets like this may still make sense as IRR plays — factoring in appreciation, depreciation, and a future refinance when rates drop.

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⚠️ Risk Signals

Composite view of factors that can impact a ZIP's stability and your downside risk.

Vacancy
4.8%
Low risk
Landlord Climate
4.0/5
Friendly
Value Trend (5yr)
+6.4%
Growing
Eviction process: Moderate Rent control: Favorable

Demographics in 27358

Population: 15,283

💰 Median Household Income
$118,893
This area
$118,893
State
$63,256
USA
$74,580
🏠 Renter Occupied
11.2%
This area
11.2%
State
27.8%
USA
34.0%
💼 Unemployment Rate
3.6%
This area
3.6%
State
-19.3%
USA
3.7%
🎓 College Educated
47.4%
This area
47.4%
State
0.5%
USA
33.7%
👤 Median Age
45.5 years
This area
45.5 years
State
6.5 years
USA
38.9 years
🏚️ Vacancy Rate
4.8%
This area
4.8%
State
19.4%
USA
10.5%
👥 Population by Ethnicity
White 84.8%
Other/Mixed 7.0%
Asian 4.2%
Black/African American 4.1%
Hispanic/Latino 2.4%
👶 Under 18
21.6%
This area
21.6%
USA
22.0%
👴 65 and Over
14.6%
This area
14.6%
USA
17.3%
📊 Poverty Rate
8.9%
This area
8.9%
USA
11.5%

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🎓 Schools in 27358

C+ Avg School Grade
4 Schools
19.5:1 Avg Class Size
$10,222 Avg Per Pupil

Schools in This ZIP Code

B Good

Summerfield Elementary

📚 K – 05 Elementary
👥
602 Students
👨‍🏫
16.0:1 Class Size
💰
$13,788 Per Student
B Good

Bethany Community School

📚 06 – 12 High School Charter
👥
624 Students
👨‍🏫
14.7:1 Class Size
💰
$8,319 Per Student
C Below Average

Revolution Academy

📚 K – 08 School Charter
👥
726 Students
👨‍🏫
23.9:1 Class Size
💰
$9,475 Per Student
C Below Average

Summerfield Charter Academy

📚 K – 08 School Charter
👥
787 Students
👨‍🏫
23.5:1 Class Size
💰
$9,306 Per Student
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🎓 Nearby Colleges & Universities

8 Nearby 1,288 Off-Campus Students
C
Guilford College
1,208 students · 9.2 mi
C+
University of North Carolina at Greensboro
17,743 students · 11.7 mi
C
Greensboro College
898 students · 11.7 mi
F
Strayer University-North Carolina
3,112 students · 12.1 mi
C
Leons Beauty School Inc
129 students · 12.2 mi
D
Empire Beauty School-West Greensboro
124 students · 12.2 mi
B
North Carolina A & T State University
13,885 students · 12.2 mi
C+
Bennett College
195 students · 12.4 mi

Investor Insight: With 1,288 students living off-campus nearby, this area has strong rental demand from the college population.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Summerfield, NC better for rentals, flips, or BRRRR?

Summerfield, NC investors pursuing careful cash-flow rentals with hands-on management. The underlying economics ($524K prices, $2,850/mo rents) make it a reasonable choice.

What is the investability score for Summerfield, NC?

Yes - Summerfield, NC a 3.0/5 investability score. With $524K home prices against $2,850/mo monthly rent, the market delivers a reasonable entry point for new investors.

Are homes affordable in Summerfield, NC?

Summerfield, NC home values average about $524K. That price point suits investors targeting rentals with $2,850/mo in monthly income.

How quickly do rentals get leased in Summerfield, NC?

Vacancy risk in Summerfield, NC is elevated. That supports steady cash flow for typical rental holds.

Is NC a landlord-friendly state?

The landlord environment in Summerfield, NC is landlord-friendly. Statewide rules shape most day-to-day operations for rental owners.

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