Real Estate Investing in Aydlett, North Carolina (27965)

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Currituck County • Population: 433 • Data updated: September 2026

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Should you buy in 27965 (Aydlett, NC)? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
GOOD FIT
Grade B (76/100)

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

📈 For Investors
MIXED
3.0 / 5 (47/100)

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.

• 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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3.0/ 5

Investability

Overall investment appeal

3.0/ 5

Appreciation

Long-term value growth

3.0/ 5

Cashflow ROI

Rental yield potential

Avg Home Value $342,712
Avg Monthly Rent $1,359
1% Rule ✗ Does Not Meet
Median Income $76,250
% Renters 21.6%

Market Analysis: 27965 Aydlett

ZIP 27965 inside Currituck County looks affordable on the surface — median value of $343K — but the discount exists for reasons that a careful buyer should understand before committing.

If the plan assumes clean turnover, on-time rent, and low maintenance on a $343K asset, 27965 is the wrong submarket. If the plan prices in friction, the yield can still work.

The gap between 27965 and stronger Aydlett ZIPs is not closing quickly. Investors should weight long-horizon assumptions accordingly.

From a cash-flow lens, 433 residents fill the ZIP, renter turnover runs higher than neighboring postal codes and delinquency risk is a real line item rather than a theoretical one.

The 27965 ZIP fits a narrow investor profile — hands-on, patient, and willing to accept that the cap rate on paper is not the cap rate in reality.

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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 Aydlett:

C+ Average
Buy Confidence Score: 67/100
Affordability
15/25
Appreciation
22/25
Stability
7/20
Timing
8/15
Rental backup
15/15
Affordability
Moderate
Homes cost 4.5× the median income
Value Trend
Stable (+2.4%)
How home values changed in the past year
Rental Backup
Strong
Could rent for $1,359/mo if you need to move
Market Conditions
BALANCED
Even conditions for buyers and sellers
Bottom Line: Mixed signals in this market. Research specific properties carefully and be prepared to negotiate.

Market Trends

Home Value History (with trend line)

$356K$318K$279K$241K$203K$164KFeb 2017Nov 2021Jul 2026

📊 How Does 27965 Compare?

Metric 27965 Aydlett North Carolina
Home Value $342,712 $384,346 $330,565
5-Year CAGR 5.8% 5.3% 7.8%
Avg Rent $1,359 $1,359 -
Cap Rate 3.1% 2.8% -
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Investability
Good
Cap Rate
3.1%
Low
5yr Growth
+5.8%
Moderate

📊 Market Snapshot

Home Value $342,712
Monthly Rent $1,359
Price-to-Rent 21.0:1
1% Rule ✗ Fails

💰 Return Metrics

Gross Yield 4.8%
Cap Rate 3.1%
5-Year IRR 8.9%

📈 Home Appreciation

1-Year +2.4% ▲
3-Year CAGR +4.4% ▲
5-Year CAGR +5.8% ▲
10-Year CAGR N/A

🏠 Rent Trends

1-Year N/A
3-Year CAGR N/A
5-Year CAGR N/A
Negative Leverage — IRR / Tax Play Cap Rate: 3.1%  |  30yr Rate: 6.8%
Leverage reduces cash returns at current rates.

The current 30-yr mortgage rate (6.8%) exceeds the estimated cap rate (3.1%). 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
0.0%
Low risk
Landlord Climate
4.0/5
Friendly
Value Trend (5yr)
+5.8%
Stable
Eviction process: Moderate Rent control: Favorable

Demographics in 27965

Population: 433

💰 Median Household Income
$76,250
This area
$76,250
State
$63,256
USA
$74,580
🏠 Renter Occupied
21.6%
This area
21.6%
State
27.8%
USA
34.0%
💼 Unemployment Rate
0.0%
This area
0.0%
State
-19.3%
USA
3.7%
🎓 College Educated
17.2%
This area
17.2%
State
0.5%
USA
33.7%
👤 Median Age
52.3 years
This area
52.3 years
State
6.5 years
USA
38.9 years
🏚️ Vacancy Rate
0.0%
This area
0.0%
State
19.4%
USA
10.5%
👥 Population by Ethnicity
White 89.3%
Black/African American 10.7%
👶 Under 18
22.0%
This area
22.0%
USA
22.0%
👴 65 and Over
29.9%
This area
29.9%
USA
17.3%
📊 Poverty Rate
18.6%
This area
18.6%
USA
11.5%

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🎓 Schools in 27965

B+ Avg School Grade
1 Schools
12.7:1 Avg Class Size
$13,201 Avg Per Pupil

Schools in This ZIP Code

B+ Above Average

W T Griggs Elementary

📚 Pre-K – 05 Elementary
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262 Students
👨‍🏫
12.7:1 Class Size
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$13,201 Per Student
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  • Community Factors — Neighborhood characteristics that influence student success
  • School Environment — Size, type, and structure

Scores are updated annually using federal education data.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is NC a landlord-friendly state?

NC ranks as a landlord-friendly state for landlord-tenant law. Aydlett generally follows the statewide framework, so landlords face reasonable operating rules.

How tight is the rental market in Aydlett, NC?

Aydlett, NC sees elevated vacancy, which is reasonable relative to the broader NC rental market.

Where do home prices stand in Aydlett, NC?

Expect median prices around $343K in Aydlett, NC. The market has run at a 0.0% 5-year CAGR, so entry costs have been steady.

Can owner-occupants cash flow in Aydlett, NC?

House hacking in Aydlett, NC is a challenging. With home values around $343K and rents at $1,359/mo, owner-occupants can offset a meaningful share of PITI.

How strong is the working-renter base in Aydlett, NC?

Tenant quality in Aydlett, NC ranks as solid. Landlords generally report stable occupancy at market rents of $1,359/mo.

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