Real Estate Investment Properties for Sale in North Carolina

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Investment Property for Sale in North Carolina

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PROPERTY	DETAILS	SALE PRICE	INVESTMENT PERFORMANCE
249 Buck Ridge Dr Murphy, NC Furnished mountain home with spectacular 180 degree long range mountain views. Immaculate ...	2 beds \| 3 baths \| 2,392 sq.ft.	$499,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.77% Traditional cash on cash: 1.85% Airbnb Rental Income: $1025 Traditional Rental Income: $1885 Airbnb ROI: -0.77% Traditional ROI: 1.85%
109 Canary Lane Hayesville, NC BEST DEAL ON LAKE CHATUGE! Properties like this on Lake Chatuge are increasingly hard to f...	2 beds \| 2 baths \| N/A	$575,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.35% Traditional cash on cash: 1.78% Airbnb Rental Income: $818 Traditional Rental Income: $1640 Airbnb ROI: -0.35% Traditional ROI: 1.78%
30 Zoe Hill Dr Murphy, NC Murphy NC Pre-Construction Brand New Home & Land Package, Lots of Windows to enjoy the Woo...	1 beds \| 1 baths \| 600 sq.ft.	$225,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -1.01% Traditional cash on cash: 3.5% Airbnb Rental Income: $605 Traditional Rental Income: $1276 Airbnb ROI: -1.01% Traditional ROI: 3.5%
1654 Myers Chapel Road Hayesville, NC Serious Workspace + Comfortable Living â Rare Find with 30x48 Climate-Controlled Shop on...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| 2,234 sq.ft.	$529,900	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.7% Traditional cash on cash: 2.75% Airbnb Rental Income: $1013 Traditional Rental Income: $2362 Airbnb ROI: -0.7% Traditional ROI: 2.75%
1300 St Marys #101 Raleigh, NC Welcome to effortless luxury at 1300 St. Mary's Condos - first-floor, corner residence ove...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| 1,882 sq.ft.	$789,900	Airbnb cash on cash: -1.26% Traditional cash on cash: 0% Airbnb Rental Income: $1772 Traditional Rental Income: $2219 Airbnb ROI: -1.26% Traditional ROI: 0%
123 Larkin Ln Chapel Hill, NC Saussy Burbank craftsmanship shines in this special home offering 4400 square feet across ...	5 beds \| 4 baths \| 4,411 sq.ft.	$1,149,890	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.83% Traditional cash on cash: 0.8% Airbnb Rental Income: $2172 Traditional Rental Income: $3366 Airbnb ROI: -0.83% Traditional ROI: 0.8%
519 Dogwood Drive Chapel Hill, NC Perched gracefully atop a gentle rise across from Westwood Park & an easy stroll from UNC ...	4 beds \| 3 baths \| 2,676 sq.ft.	$1,099,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.75% Traditional cash on cash: 0.9% Airbnb Rental Income: $1827 Traditional Rental Income: $3013 Airbnb ROI: -0.75% Traditional ROI: 0.9%
4516 Environ Way Chapel Hill, NC Live where your daily routine feels like a weekend. Set in the center of East 54, this 5th...	2 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,140 sq.ft.	$585,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -1.11% Traditional cash on cash: 1.32% Airbnb Rental Income: $1090 Traditional Rental Income: $2044 Airbnb ROI: -1.11% Traditional ROI: 1.32%
825 Oxbow Crossing Road Chapel Hill, NC Welcome to Oxbow Crossing on Morgan Creek, one of Chapel Hill's most coveted neighborhoods...	5 beds \| 4 baths \| 5,839 sq.ft.	$1,450,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.58% Traditional cash on cash: 0.76% Airbnb Rental Income: $2172 Traditional Rental Income: $3437 Airbnb ROI: -0.58% Traditional ROI: 0.76%
2505 Neville Road Chapel Hill, NC Nestled on nearly an acre in the peaceful countryside of Chapel Hill, this charming 3-bedr...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 950 sq.ft.	$320,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 2.34% Traditional cash on cash: 3.54% Airbnb Rental Income: $1776 Traditional Rental Income: $1651 Airbnb ROI: 2.34% Traditional ROI: 3.54%
104 Piano St Chapel Hill, NC 104 Piano St, Chapel Hill, NC 27516 \| Single Family Residential	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 2,800 sq.ft.	$900,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.73% Traditional cash on cash: 0.28% Airbnb Rental Income: $1776 Traditional Rental Income: $2133 Airbnb ROI: -0.73% Traditional ROI: 0.28%
237 Westgrove Court Durham, NC Rare opportunity in Brier Village-townhome that lives like a single-family home with a bac...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| 1,864 sq.ft.	$395,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.82% Traditional cash on cash: 3.73% Airbnb Rental Income: $891 Traditional Rental Income: $2238 Airbnb ROI: -0.82% Traditional ROI: 3.73%
1132 Crystalwater Drive Fuquay Varina, NC Welcome to this stunning, meticulously maintained three-sided brick home with true one-lev...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 2,097 sq.ft.	$485,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.75% Traditional cash on cash: 2.57% Airbnb Rental Income: $1059 Traditional Rental Income: $2198 Airbnb ROI: -0.75% Traditional ROI: 2.57%
1022 W Front St Burlington, NC Only 500 Feet from away from the new Burlington Arboretum at Willowbrook Park, this Front ...	4 beds \| 4 baths \| 2,900 sq.ft.	$600,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.68% Traditional cash on cash: 1.22% Airbnb Rental Income: $1439 Traditional Rental Income: $2076 Airbnb ROI: -0.68% Traditional ROI: 1.22%
3600 Doyle Road Zebulon, NC Lovely 3606 square foot Remodeled Farmhouse sitting on 2.25 acres. With a detached 4 car g...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| 3,609 sq.ft.	$1,250,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.85% Traditional cash on cash: 0.65% Airbnb Rental Income: $1003 Traditional Rental Income: $2394 Airbnb ROI: -0.85% Traditional ROI: 0.65%
2700 Misty Glen Trail Raleigh, NC Tucked away at the end of a private drive, this rare Raleigh gem offers the peace and priv...	3 beds \| 4 baths \| 4,423 sq.ft.	$700,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.95% Traditional cash on cash: 2.03% Airbnb Rental Income: $908 Traditional Rental Income: $2511 Airbnb ROI: -0.95% Traditional ROI: 2.03%
1214 Sand Pine Dr Cary, NC Custom built home in the Village Square at Amberly. Relax on the front porch and visit wit...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 2,892 sq.ft.	$699,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.21% Traditional cash on cash: 1% Airbnb Rental Income: $1756 Traditional Rental Income: $2068 Airbnb ROI: -0.21% Traditional ROI: 1%
1001 Lake Valley Drive Wake Forest, NC Welcome to 1001 Lake Valley Dr, a property that exudes elegance and sophistication. The ki...	4 beds \| 3 baths \| 3,283 sq.ft.	$697,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.39% Traditional cash on cash: 2.14% Airbnb Rental Income: $1322 Traditional Rental Income: $2557 Airbnb ROI: -0.39% Traditional ROI: 2.14%
1304 Barnford Mill Rd Wake Forest, NC Welcome to this stunning 4-bedroom, 3-bath home in The Meadows, ideally located on the edg...	4 beds \| 3 baths \| 2,953 sq.ft.	$489,900	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.25% Traditional cash on cash: 4.37% Airbnb Rental Income: $1322 Traditional Rental Income: $3030 Airbnb ROI: -0.25% Traditional ROI: 4.37%
9906 Oak Hollow Road Chapel Hill, NC This 3-bed, 2.5-bath, 2,173 sq ft home sits on .96 acres tucked away on the quiet Oak Holl...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| 2,173 sq.ft.	$550,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.85% Traditional cash on cash: 3.04% Airbnb Rental Income: $1776 Traditional Rental Income: $2418 Airbnb ROI: 0.85% Traditional ROI: 3.04%
817 N King Charles Road Raleigh, NC Superbly constructed and truly captivating, this residence was thoughtfully imagined and m...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| 1,899 sq.ft.	$675,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -1.22% Traditional cash on cash: 1.54% Airbnb Rental Income: $774 Traditional Rental Income: $2192 Airbnb ROI: -1.22% Traditional ROI: 1.54%
102 Clayside Drive Pikeville, NC Ranch w/ LG Bonus in Established Planters Ridge Subdivision sought after in Pikeville Entr...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 2,072 sq.ft.	$309,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 6.04% Traditional cash on cash: 4.19% Airbnb Rental Income: $3037 Traditional Rental Income: $1803 Airbnb ROI: 6.04% Traditional ROI: 4.19%
8151 Rob Roy Drive Summerfield, NC Wonderful custom home with fabulous, large, fenced level backyard in popular Lennox Woods....	4 beds \| 4 baths \| 3,827 sq.ft.	$829,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.4% Traditional cash on cash: 2.16% Airbnb Rental Income: $1503 Traditional Rental Income: $3041 Airbnb ROI: -0.4% Traditional ROI: 2.16%
8124 Greencastle Drive Charlotte, NC Located in the prestigious Quail Hollow neighborhood, this exceptional residence is a rare...	5 beds \| 5 baths \| 4,920 sq.ft.	$2,050,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -1.29% Traditional cash on cash: -0.42% Airbnb Rental Income: $1648 Traditional Rental Income: $2846 Airbnb ROI: -1.29% Traditional ROI: -0.42%
505 E 6th Street #814 Charlotte, NC Welcome home to 505 E 6th St #814, a well-maintained 1-bedroom, 1-bath condo with a privat...	1 beds \| 1 baths \| 579 sq.ft.	$229,900	Airbnb cash on cash: -2.26% Traditional cash on cash: 2.81% Airbnb Rental Income: $685 Traditional Rental Income: $1485 Airbnb ROI: -2.26% Traditional ROI: 2.81%
400 N Church Street #420 Charlotte, NC Welcome to your new Uptown charmer in the exclusive Fourth Ward! This large 2 bedroom, 2 b...	2 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,370 sq.ft.	$585,900	Airbnb cash on cash: -2.46% Traditional cash on cash: -0.19% Airbnb Rental Income: $797 Traditional Rental Income: $1714 Airbnb ROI: -2.46% Traditional ROI: -0.19%
400 N Church Street #616 Charlotte, NC Experience sophisticated living in this exquisitely renovated corner residence located in ...	2 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,889 sq.ft.	$830,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -1.95% Traditional cash on cash: 0.19% Airbnb Rental Income: $797 Traditional Rental Income: $2126 Airbnb ROI: -1.95% Traditional ROI: 0.19%
142 Sakonnet Trail Pinehurst, NC Welcome to 142 Sakonnet Trail, a masterfully updated ranch that offers true turnkey living...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| N/A	$530,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.32% Traditional cash on cash: 4.1% Airbnb Rental Income: $1328 Traditional Rental Income: $2790 Airbnb ROI: 0.32% Traditional ROI: 4.1%
29 Dunley Circle Clayton, NC Welcome to 29 Dunley Circle, a harmonious blend of comfort and convenience nestled on a qu...	3 beds \| 4 baths \| 2,681 sq.ft.	$485,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.53% Traditional cash on cash: 3.43% Airbnb Rental Income: $942 Traditional Rental Income: $2392 Airbnb ROI: -0.53% Traditional ROI: 3.43%
337 Grantwood Drive Clayton, NC Situated on a corner lot, this home welcomes you with a concrete driveway, walkway, and si...	4 beds \| 4 baths \| 3,262 sq.ft.	$589,999	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.47% Traditional cash on cash: 5.76% Airbnb Rental Income: $1966 Traditional Rental Income: $4366 Airbnb ROI: 0.47% Traditional ROI: 5.76%
9759b Cleveland Road Clayton, NC Unicorn Alert! Over 4200 sq feet of space on 2 unrestricted acres in the hear of Cleveland...	4 beds \| 2 baths \| 3,200 sq.ft.	$1,500,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.31% Traditional cash on cash: 0.31% Airbnb Rental Income: $1966 Traditional Rental Income: $2320 Airbnb ROI: -0.31% Traditional ROI: 0.31%
670 Rockport Drive Clayton, NC Beautiful custom-built 4-bedroom, 3.5- bath home located in a highly desirable area! The m...	4 beds \| 4 baths \| 3,513 sq.ft.	$769,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.06% Traditional cash on cash: 2.6% Airbnb Rental Income: $1966 Traditional Rental Income: $3269 Airbnb ROI: 0.06% Traditional ROI: 2.6%
5928 Kindley Drive Fayetteville, NC Space is the name of the game in this exceptional 2,952 square-foot home. The main level i...	4 beds \| 3 baths \| 2,952 sq.ft.	$355,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 4.76% Traditional cash on cash: 3.56% Airbnb Rental Income: $3098 Traditional Rental Income: $1993 Airbnb ROI: 4.76% Traditional ROI: 3.56%
1801 Vine Street Elizabeth City, NC Seller to offer up to $3,000 in closing assistance! Spacious two-story brick home situated...	3 beds \| 4 baths \| 2,080 sq.ft.	$389,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.15% Traditional cash on cash: 1.61% Airbnb Rental Income: $1031 Traditional Rental Income: $1207 Airbnb ROI: 0.15% Traditional ROI: 1.61%
801 Village Rd Murphy, NC Bear Paw Resort is located next to Spectacular Lake Hiwassee, Western NC, 24/7 Security Gu...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| 1,787 sq.ft.	$590,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.76% Traditional cash on cash: 2.26% Airbnb Rental Income: $1047 Traditional Rental Income: $2350 Airbnb ROI: -0.76% Traditional ROI: 2.26%
830 Gaston Wood Court Raleigh, NC Nestled on a tranquil private street in the historic heart of Glenwood-Brooklyn, this one-...	3 beds \| 4 baths \| 3,407 sq.ft.	$1,265,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -1.32% Traditional cash on cash: 0.27% Airbnb Rental Income: $998 Traditional Rental Income: $2518 Airbnb ROI: -1.32% Traditional ROI: 0.27%
510 Glenwood Avenue #602 Raleigh, NC Welcome to this professionally designed, stunning penthouse floor residence in one of Rale...	1 beds \| 2 baths \| 884 sq.ft.	$389,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -1.65% Traditional cash on cash: 0.79% Airbnb Rental Income: $989 Traditional Rental Income: $1527 Airbnb ROI: -1.65% Traditional ROI: 0.79%
400 W North Street #810 Raleigh, NC Experience elevated urban living in this stunning corner unit at the highly sought-after W...	2 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,255 sq.ft.	$525,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -2.68% Traditional cash on cash: 0.02% Airbnb Rental Income: $791 Traditional Rental Income: $1792 Airbnb ROI: -2.68% Traditional ROI: 0.02%
206 Furches Street Raleigh, NC Rare offering Inside The Beltline that redefines elevated living in the heart of Raleigh w...	5 beds \| 5 baths \| 4,919 sq.ft.	$2,375,000	Airbnb cash on cash: N/A Traditional cash on cash: 0.44% Airbnb Rental Income: $null Traditional Rental Income: $4399 Airbnb ROI: N/A Traditional ROI: 0.44%

Real Estate investment in North Carolina

There are 64,566 properties available for sale in the state of North Carolina. Colerain, Sandy Ridge and Midland are the best rental property markets in North Carolina. The average median price of properties for sale in these cities are $274,666 and the average price per square foot is $0. Their average monthly cash on cash return is 17.00%.

North-carolina Real Estate Investing: FAQs for Buyers, Sellers and Investors

There are 64,566 investment properties available for sale in North-carolina.

In 2026, Colerain is the best city to buy investment properties. Find more investment properties today!

In 2026, Colerain (45%) and Sandy Ridge (3%) has the highest cash on cash return for long term rentals in North-carolina.

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Investment Property for Sale in North Carolina

249 Buck Ridge Dr

Murphy, NC

2 beds | 3 baths | 2,392 sq.ft.

$499,000

Airbnb cash on cash: -0.77%

Traditional cash on cash: 1.85%

Airbnb Rental Income: $1025

Traditional Rental Income: $1885

Airbnb ROI: -0.77%

Traditional ROI: 1.85%

109 Canary Lane

Hayesville, NC

2 beds | 2 baths | N/A

$575,000

Airbnb cash on cash: -0.35%

Traditional cash on cash: 1.78%

Airbnb Rental Income: $818

Traditional Rental Income: $1640

Airbnb ROI: -0.35%

Traditional ROI: 1.78%

30 Zoe Hill Dr

Murphy, NC

1 beds | 1 baths | 600 sq.ft.

$225,000

Airbnb cash on cash: -1.01%

Traditional cash on cash: 3.5%

Airbnb Rental Income: $605

Traditional Rental Income: $1276

Airbnb ROI: -1.01%

Traditional ROI: 3.5%

1654 Myers Chapel Road

Hayesville, NC

3 beds | 3 baths | 2,234 sq.ft.

$529,900

Airbnb cash on cash: -0.7%

Traditional cash on cash: 2.75%

Airbnb Rental Income: $1013

Traditional Rental Income: $2362

Airbnb ROI: -0.7%

Traditional ROI: 2.75%

1300 St Marys #101

Raleigh, NC

3 beds | 3 baths | 1,882 sq.ft.

$789,900

Airbnb cash on cash: -1.26%

Traditional cash on cash: 0%

Airbnb Rental Income: $1772

Traditional Rental Income: $2219

Airbnb ROI: -1.26%

Traditional ROI: 0%

123 Larkin Ln

Chapel Hill, NC

5 beds | 4 baths | 4,411 sq.ft.

$1,149,890

Airbnb cash on cash: -0.83%

Traditional cash on cash: 0.8%

Airbnb Rental Income: $2172

Traditional Rental Income: $3366

Airbnb ROI: -0.83%

Traditional ROI: 0.8%

519 Dogwood Drive

Chapel Hill, NC

4 beds | 3 baths | 2,676 sq.ft.

$1,099,000

Airbnb cash on cash: -0.75%

Traditional cash on cash: 0.9%

Airbnb Rental Income: $1827

Traditional Rental Income: $3013

Airbnb ROI: -0.75%

Traditional ROI: 0.9%

4516 Environ Way

Chapel Hill, NC

2 beds | 2 baths | 1,140 sq.ft.

$585,000

Airbnb cash on cash: -1.11%

Traditional cash on cash: 1.32%

Airbnb Rental Income: $1090

Traditional Rental Income: $2044

Airbnb ROI: -1.11%