Real Estate Investing in Roxobel, North Carolina (27872)

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Bertie County • Population: 347 • Data updated: September 2026

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Should you buy in 27872 (Roxobel, NC)? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
GOOD FIT
Grade B (72/100)

Solid choice — stable market with a reasonable entry point and good rental backup if you ever need to move.

📈 For Investors
STRONG
4.0 / 5 (86/100)

A cash-flow market — rent-to-price math works from day one, though value growth is modest. Great for income-focused investors.

⚠️ Risks to Know
3 flags
  • Elevated poverty: 37.3% poverty rate — can affect rent collection.
  • Higher unemployment: 23.3% unemployment — tenant risk signal.
  • Lower household income: $33,229 median — tenant affordability is tighter.

• Limited market data — this is a very small market; averages are built from few observations and can swing widely. • Modeled rent — no observed market rent for this ZIP; the figure is estimated from HUD fair-market rent.

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4.0/ 5

Investability

Overall investment appeal

0.0/ 5

Appreciation

Long-term value growth

5.0/ 5

Cashflow ROI

Rental yield potential

Avg Home Value $52,210
Avg Monthly Rent $1,188
1% Rule ✓ Meets
Median Income $33,229
% Renters 37.3%

Market Analysis: 27872 Roxobel

The 27872 ZIP registers an robust value-add profile — below-median pricing at $52K, a renter base of 37%, and room for operational improvement.

In 27872, the deal is made on the buy and on the capex. impressive entry prices of $52K leave room in the budget for light-to-medium renovation, with rent lift to match.

Across Roxobel, pockets like 27872 represent the last affordable rungs of a rising ladder. The state-level data shows those rungs thinning.

Household income in 27872 supports the rent-lift thesis. 347 residents, deep working-age cohort, and the kind of tenant profile that responds to upgraded stock.

BRRRR is the most natural fit. Buy under $52K, rehab, refinance, and the capital recycles in a way turnkey markets cannot replicate.

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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 Roxobel:

B+ Great
Buy Confidence Score: 80/100
Affordability
25/25
Appreciation
25/25
Stability
7/20
Timing
8/15
Rental backup
15/15
Affordability
Affordable
Homes cost 1.6× the median income
Value Trend
Rising (+23.1%)
How home values changed in the past year
Rental Backup
Strong
Could rent for $1,188/mo if you need to move
Market Conditions
BALANCED
Even conditions for buyers and sellers
Bottom Line: This area shows favorable conditions for homebuyers. Solid fundamentals with reasonable affordability.

Market Trends

Home Value History (with trend line)

$61K$56K$51K$46K$41K$36KFeb 2022May 2024Jul 2026

📊 How Does 27872 Compare?

Metric 27872 Roxobel North Carolina
Home Value $52,210 $52,210 $330,565
5-Year CAGR N/A N/A 7.8%
Avg Rent $1,188 $1,188 -
Cap Rate 17.8% 17.8% -
💡 Why Invest in 27872? Click to expand

This ZIP code meets the 1% rule with rent at $1,188/mo on homes averaging $52,210 — a strong indicator of cash flow potential.

Our analysis gives this area a 4/5 investability rating, placing it in the top tier for rental property potential.

A healthy rental market with 37% renter-occupied households ensures tenant availability.

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Landlord Ground Truth

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Investability
Excellent
Cap Rate
17.8%
Excellent

📊 Market Snapshot

Home Value $52,210
Monthly Rent $1,188
Price-to-Rent 3.7:1
1% Rule ✓ Passes

💰 Return Metrics

Gross Yield 27.3%
Cap Rate 17.8%
5-Year IRR 16.7%

📈 Home Appreciation

1-Year +23.1% ▲
3-Year CAGR -1.1% ▼
5-Year CAGR N/A
10-Year CAGR N/A

🏠 Rent Trends

1-Year N/A
3-Year CAGR N/A
5-Year CAGR N/A
Positive Leverage Market Cap Rate: 17.8%  |  30yr Rate: 6.8%
Leverage may enhance returns here.

The estimated cap rate (17.8%) exceeds the current 30-yr mortgage rate (6.8%). When borrowing costs less than a property yields, leverage can increase your cash-on-cash return above the cap rate.

⚠️ Risk Signals

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

Vacancy
7.3%
Low risk
Landlord Climate
4.0/5
Friendly
Value Trend (5yr)
N/A
Stable
Eviction process: Moderate Rent control: Favorable

Demographics in 27872

Population: 347

💰 Median Household Income
$33,229
This area
$33,229
State
$63,256
USA
$74,580
🏠 Renter Occupied
37.3%
This area
37.3%
State
27.8%
USA
34.0%
💼 Unemployment Rate
23.3%
This area
23.3%
State
-19.3%
USA
3.7%
🎓 College Educated
17.0%
This area
17.0%
State
0.5%
USA
33.7%
👤 Median Age
35.3 years
This area
35.3 years
State
6.5 years
USA
38.9 years
🏚️ Vacancy Rate
7.3%
This area
7.3%
State
19.4%
USA
10.5%
👥 Population by Ethnicity
Black/African American 67.3%
White 28.5%
Other/Mixed 4.2%
👶 Under 18
19.7%
This area
19.7%
USA
22.0%
👴 65 and Over
13.0%
This area
13.0%
USA
17.3%
📊 Poverty Rate
37.3%
This area
37.3%
USA
11.5%

Crime & Safety

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We're integrating comprehensive crime statistics including violent crime rates, property crime, and safety scores to help you make informed investment decisions.

Expected: Q1 2025

🎓 Schools in 27872

Nearby Schools (1 more)

Schools in adjacent ZIP codes that may serve this area

A Very Good

West Bertie Elementary

📚 Pre-K – 05 Elementary
📍 3734 Governors Road, Kelford
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194 Students
👨‍🏫
14.6:1 Class Size
💰
$17,473 Per Student
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do home values compare in Roxobel, NC?

The median home value in Roxobel, NC is roughly $52K. That puts it reasonable relative to the NC statewide average.

Are 1% rule properties available in Roxobel, NC?

Hitting the 1% rule in Roxobel, NC is realistic given the 2.28% average rent-to-price. Most value-add properties push well above that line.

Is Roxobel, NC good for house hacking?

Roxobel, NC is a an attractive market for house hackers. FHA or conventional owner-occupant buyers find the $52K price point reasonable to enter.

What is the typical rental rate in Roxobel, NC?

Rent in Roxobel, NC is around $1,188/mo. The resulting rent-to-value relationship with $52K pricing is reasonable for most investor models.

Can BRRRR investors find deals in Roxobel, NC?

BRRRR viability in Roxobel, NC is a strong. Disciplined acquisition and rehab can hit the 75% LTV refinance target at market comps.

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