Real Estate Investing in Aberdeen, North Carolina (28315)

Everything the listing leaves out — vacancy, rent trend, cap rate, landlord climate. All free.

Moore County • Population: 14,143 • Data updated: September 2026

☆ Watch this market Free account

Should you buy in 28315 (Aberdeen, NC)? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
MIXED
Grade C (58/100)

Mixed — home prices are stretched relative to local incomes. Run the math on your specific situation.

📈 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
1 flag
  • Elevated vacancy: 9.2% vacancy may signal weakening demand.

What’s happening in Aberdeen, NC (28315)?

Click any question — our AI will research it live from the web and show you sources.

✨ Live AI + Web Search
Want to ask your own questions? Upgrade to Pro for unlimited custom queries.
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 $351,577
Avg Monthly Rent $1,747
1% Rule ✗ Does Not Meet
Median Income $68,776
% Renters 31.5%

Market Analysis: 28315 Aberdeen

This part of Moore County is not an easy win. The 28315 ZIP sits at softness in key indicators, and the playbook that works in cleaner markets often stalls here.

For an experienced owner, 28315 can be a worth a close look for hunting ground — but the discount at $352K reflects genuine risk that outside investors often underestimate.

Within NC, ZIP 28315 trails on several market indicators that neighboring Moore County submarkets outperform. The gap is real and substantial enough to shape underwriting.

Demographically, 28315 is a market where tenant selection matters more than unit finishes. Operators who understand that tend to do fine; those who do not tend to learn why the ZIP trades at a discount.

New investors are better served looking at Aberdeen's stable or hybrid ZIPs before stepping into 28315. The learning curve here is expensive when the lesson is wrong.

Explore the Data — Click a Tab Below
🏦 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 Aberdeen:

C+ Average
Buy Confidence Score: 68/100
Affordability
10/25
Appreciation
22/25
Stability
11/20
Timing
10/15
Rental backup
15/15
Affordability
Expensive
Homes cost 5.1× the median income
Value Trend
Stable (+2.5%)
How home values changed in the past year
Rental Backup
Strong
Could rent for $1,747/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.
❄️
COOL MARKET
Pinehurst-Southern Pines, NC Metro Area
More inventory, negotiating room for buyers
75 days
Average time to sell
Slow
9.1%
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 Pinehurst-Southern Pines, NC metro data
🏠

Property Strategy for 28315

Which property type performs best in this market?

Best for Cash Flow
2BR
4.1% cap rate
Best for Appreciation
2BR
+11.5% 5yr CAGR
Best Overall Value
5BR
$102,069/bedroom
📊 Compare All Property Types →
Type Median Value Est. Rent Cap Rate 5yr CAGR $/Bedroom
2BR $204,920 $1,160 4.1% +11.5% $102,460
3BR $315,957 $1,610 3.7% +10.1% $105,319
4BR $432,233 $1,940 3.2% +9.0% $108,058
5BR $510,347 +8.1% $102,069

Market Trends

Home Value History (with trend line)

$373K$327K$280K$233K$186K$140KMar 2008May 2017Jul 2026

Rent History (with trend line)

$1,812$1,766$1,721$1,675$1,629$1,584Jan 2025Oct 2025Jul 2026

📊 How Does 28315 Compare?

Metric 28315 Aberdeen Pinehurst-Southern Pines, NC North Carolina
Home Value $351,577 $351,577 N/A $330,565
5-Year CAGR 6.9% 6.9% N/A 7.8%
Avg Rent $1,747 $1,747 N/A -
Cap Rate 3.9% 3.9% - -
💡 Why Invest in 28315? Click to expand

With a 3/5 investability rating, this ZIP shows solid fundamentals for buy-and-hold investors.

📊 See where this ZIP ranks in our Best-of lists →
A great house in the wrong ZIP is still a bad deal — screen every market by cash flow & cap rate.
Open the Market Finder →
Free to search · investor plans from $19/mo

Landlord Ground Truth

Real numbers from people who own or manage rentals in ZIP 28315 (Aberdeen, NC). Anonymous, moderated, never written by AI.

Do you own or manage rentals in ZIP 28315 (Aberdeen, NC)?

~25 seconds · no account needed · your report is anonymous

Investability
Good
Cap Rate
3.9%
Low
5yr Growth
+6.9%
Strong

📊 Market Snapshot

Home Value $351,577
Monthly Rent $1,747
Price-to-Rent 16.8:1
1% Rule ✗ Fails

💰 Return Metrics

Gross Yield 6.0%
Cap Rate 3.9%
5-Year IRR 10.7%

📈 Home Appreciation

1-Year +2.5% ▲
3-Year CAGR +3.1% ▲
5-Year CAGR +6.9% ▲
10-Year CAGR +7.6% ▲

🏠 Rent Trends

1-Year +6.2% ▲
3-Year CAGR N/A
5-Year CAGR N/A
Negative Leverage — IRR / Tax Play Cap Rate: 3.9%  |  30yr Rate: 6.8%
Leverage reduces cash returns at current rates.

The current 30-yr mortgage rate (6.8%) exceeds the estimated cap rate (3.9%). 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.

Run an IRR Analysis →

⚠️ Risk Signals

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

Vacancy
9.2%
Moderate risk
Landlord Climate
4.0/5
Friendly
Value Trend (5yr)
+6.9%
Growing
Eviction process: Moderate Rent control: Favorable

Demographics in 28315

Population: 14,143

💰 Median Household Income
$68,776
This area
$68,776
State
$63,256
USA
$74,580
🏠 Renter Occupied
31.5%
This area
31.5%
State
27.8%
USA
34.0%
💼 Unemployment Rate
2.1%
This area
2.1%
State
-19.3%
USA
3.7%
🎓 College Educated
27.3%
This area
27.3%
State
0.5%
USA
33.7%
👤 Median Age
37.5 years
This area
37.5 years
State
6.5 years
USA
38.9 years
🏚️ Vacancy Rate
9.2%
This area
9.2%
State
19.4%
USA
10.5%
👥 Population by Ethnicity
White 71.6%
Black/African American 17.2%
Other/Mixed 9.2%
Hispanic/Latino 3.5%
Asian 2.0%
👶 Under 18
24.0%
This area
24.0%
USA
22.0%
👴 65 and Over
17.6%
This area
17.6%
USA
17.3%
📊 Poverty Rate
6.0%
This area
6.0%
USA
11.5%

Crime & Safety

🚧

Crime & Safety Data Coming Soon

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 28315

B Avg School Grade
3 Schools
15.5:1 Avg Class Size
$11,387 Avg Per Pupil

Schools in This ZIP Code

B+ Above Average

Aberdeen Elementary

📚 Pre-K – 05 Elementary
👥
635 Students
👨‍🏫
14.9:1 Class Size
💰
$11,884 Per Student
B Good

Southern Middle

📚 06 – 08 Middle
👥
607 Students
👨‍🏫
15.1:1 Class Size
💰
$11,884 Per Student
C+ Average

The Academy of Moore County

📚 K – 05 Elementary Charter
👥
479 Students
👨‍🏫
16.7:1 Class Size
💰
$10,392 Per Student
About Repit School Scores

Traditional school ratings rely heavily on standardized test scores, which often reflect family income more than school quality. Repit takes a different approach.

We evaluate schools based on factors that research shows actually impact educational outcomes:

  • Class Size — Smaller classes mean more individual attention
  • School Funding — Resources available for programs, staff, and facilities
  • Community Factors — Neighborhood characteristics that influence student success
  • School Environment — Size, type, and structure

Scores are updated annually using federal education data.

🎓 Nearby Colleges & Universities

1 Nearby 1,086 Off-Campus Students
C
Sandhills Community College
3,824 students · 7.8 mi

Investor Insight: With 1,086 students living off-campus nearby, this area has strong rental demand from the college population.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do home values compare in Aberdeen, NC?

Homes in Aberdeen, NC typically sell near $352K. Prices have moved at a 0.0% 5-year CAGR, which reliable long-term demand.

What is the tenant pool like in Aberdeen, NC?

Expect a solid tenant pool in Aberdeen, NC. The rental market absorbs $1,747/mo rents without meaningful friction.

How much rent can I charge in Aberdeen, NC?

Aberdeen, NC rentals go for roughly $1,747/mo a month. That puts gross yield in solid territory relative to $352K acquisition costs.

Is Aberdeen, NC a good place for real estate investing?

Yes - Aberdeen, NC a 3.0/5 investability score. With $352K home prices against $1,747/mo monthly rent, the market delivers a reasonable entry point for new investors.

How strict are landlord regulations in Aberdeen, NC?

Aberdeen, NC operates under NC law, which is landlord-friendly overall for landlords. Expect even-keeled treatment in typical lease and eviction cases.

You know 28315 now. You don’t know where it ranks.

This page stays free — all of it. What one page can’t tell you is how 28315 compares to every other market. Investor ($19/mo) screens every U.S. ZIP by cap rate, the 1% rule, vacancy and landlord climate, and exports your shortlist.

Compare Plans

How 28315 ranks in Pinehurst-Southern Pines, NC

Every ZIP in this metro, ranked. Free.

Cash Flow → Appreciation → Affordable →
🤖

AI Market Advisor

Ask questions about investing in 28315 (Aberdeen)

Loading...

Community Ratings

What people who’ve spent time here actually say. Not paid reviews.

Be the first to rate 28315 (Aberdeen, NC).

It takes 30 seconds. No signup. Your rating helps everyone who comes here after you.