14910 Marsha Dr · Balch Springs, TX
Flood risk 1/10 · Minimal
- FEMA flood zone
- X (unshaded)
- Chance of flooding over 30 yrs
- 0.0%
- Est. flood insurance / yr
- $507 – $1,088
Fire risk 3/10 · Minor
- Est. fire insurance / yr
- $1,222 – $2,270
Heat risk 7/10 · Major
- Hot days now (above 110°F)
- 7 days/yr
- Hot days in 30 yrs
- 24 days/yr
Wind risk 6/10 · Moderate
- Chance of severe wind over 30 yrs
- 27.0%
Air-quality risk 2/10 · Minimal
- Unhealthy air days now
- 1 days/yr
- Unhealthy air days in 30 yrs
- 1 days/yr
Risk factors via First Street. Map © Google.
Why this score? — see what drove the C grade
The composite is a weighted blend of 9 inputs, each scored 0–100. Each bar is that input's sub-score; the figure is the points it added to the 100-point composite (weight × sub-score).
- Cash flow +18.9/30.0
- ARV discount +15.0/15.0
- 1% rule +6.9/10.0
- DSCR +6.0/10.0
- Livability +3.4/5.0
- Schools +2.9/10.0
- Rent growth +2.5/5.0
- Condition / age +2.5/5.0
- Appreciation +0.0/10.0
$169,000
🖨 Deal sheet (PDF) 📄 Offer letter ✓ Due diligence
Listing remarks MLS
Mesquite Schools. Prior Owner Professional Licensed Contractor Complete Renovation 2013. Garage Converted and floor professionally raised to level of existing home to create a spectacular living space. Electrical Panel, Fans, Electrical Receptacles, Trane Air Conditioner, Programmable Thermostat, Security System, Water Heater, Window Screens, Cabinets, Appliances, Glass Tile Back Splash, Granite Counter Tops, Total Bathroom Update, Car Port, Large Storage Building with AC Unit. Plus Roof and Patio Covering Installed in January of 2015.
Key facts
- Huge backyard
- Spacious lot
- Large storage shed
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Property features AI
Finance
- Financial info: Listing terms include Cash, Conventional, Other
- HOA & community: No association
Exterior
- Parking: Covered parking for 2 vehicles; 2 carport spaces; Driveway
- Utilities: City water; City sewer; Electricity connected; Individual gas meter
- Home design: Single-family residence; Residential property; Attached property; Built in 1966
- Construction: Preowned construction (built 1966)
- Exterior features: Lot under 0.5 acre (approximately 0.179 acres); Subdivision: Spring Oaks 06
Interior
- Kitchen: No appliances included
- Bedrooms: 3 bedrooms (all on the main level)
- Bathrooms: 1 full bathroom
- Heating & cooling: Central heating (electric); Central air conditioning (electric); Ceiling fan(s)
- Interior features: One-level layout; 5 total rooms; 1 living area; 1 dining area; Other interior features
- Laundry & utility: No specific laundry appliances listed
Neighborhood map
What this means for you Summary
Snapshot
- This is a 3-bed/1.0-bath single-family listed at $169k.
Deal economics
- At list price, monthly cash flow is $174 ($2k/yr) — positive.
- The deal already cash-flows at list — no discount required.
- Meets the 1% rule at list price ($2k rent vs $169k).
- Recommended offer: $164k (3.0% below list) — sets the bar for market timing.
- Cap rate 7.5% vs local median 4.7% in Balch Springs — top-decile yield for the area; either an underpriced asset or a hidden risk that comps aren't pricing in. Stress-test before assuming the spread holds.
Location & tenants
- Location reads 68/100 on livability (#487 in TX) — a middle-class / working-renter tenant base. Strengths: cost of living A+, housing A+, health & safety B+; Watch: employment D, crime F, amenities F.
- Mesquite ISD (suburban): math 35% / reading 32% proficiency, ranked #536 of 826 in TX (top 65%) — families likely to look elsewhere, expect single-tenant / working-renter base with shorter leases; 63% free/reduced lunch — lower-income household profile, screen leases tightly.
- Zoned schools: Hodges El (math 21% / reading 29%, grade F, #3,013 of 4,322 statewide, top 70%, 552 students, 89% FRL); New Middle (math 34% / reading 27%, grade F, #1,036 of 1,662 statewide, top 63%, 731 students, 89% FRL); West Mesquite H S (math 41% / reading 31%, grade F, #930 of 1,632 statewide, top 57%, 2,172 students, 86% FRL) — zoned schools average 88% FRL vs 63% district-wide (25 pts higher); higher-poverty schools than district average — tighter screening recommended.
- Market conditions: 86 active listings in the ZIP; 29 comparable units currently listed for rent nearby; rentals leasing fast (median 10d on market — plan ~1-2 weeks tenant-placement turnaround); 12,577 units permitted in Dallas County in 2024 (6,829 in 5+ unit buildings).
- This rent runs 36% of the median local income ($67k/yr) — at the standard rent-burdened threshold; future hikes will face affordability resistance.
Forward outlook
- Local home prices are declining (-3.0%/yr); year-one equity from $1k of loan paydown is wiped out by about $5k of value loss. Plan a longer hold.
- Dallas County population projected at +35% by 2050 — long-run rental-demand tailwind backs the buy-and-hold thesis.
Negotiation context
- It's been on market 31 days — a 3% lower offer ($164k) is reasonable based on typical stale-listing flexibility.
- 4 sale attempts since 15y ago with the ask held roughly flat each time — persistent listings suggest the price (not the market) is what's stuck; bring a comps-based counter.
Risks & watch-outs
- Watch-outs: property tax is 3.2% of price.
- Climate carrying-cost: major wind risk, 27% chance of damaging wind over 30y; extreme-heat days projected 7→24/yr by 2055 (HVAC capex compounding) — expect insurance premiums to compound above CPI over the hold.
Questions for the listing agent
- It's been on market 31 days. Have you received any prior offers? Is the seller open to a 3% concession, seller financing, or rate buy-down credit?
- Built in 1966 — when were the roof, HVAC, electrical panel, plumbing, and water heater last replaced?
- Property tax is high relative to price — has the assessment been appealed recently, and will the sale trigger a re-assessment?
- Is there a deadline driving the sale (1031 exchange, divorce, estate, relocation)? That informs how much negotiation room exists.
- Schools are F-rated, which usually means shorter tenancies and higher turnover. Who's the typical renter profile here, and what's been the actual vacancy rate?
- Crime grade is F in this area — have there been break-ins, vandalism, or insurance claims at this property in the last 3 years? What carrier currently insures it and at what premium?
- What's the average days-on-market for RENTAL listings here right now (not sales)? A rising rental-DOM trend means longer vacancies and softer asking-rent achievability than the comps imply.
- What's the recent tenant-quality profile in this submarket — average credit score on applications, eviction rate, late-payment / NSF rate, and stable-employment percentage? A property-management company in the area should have these aggregated.
- How much new for-sale + rental construction is in the pipeline within 1–3 miles? Heavy new supply typically softens prices + rents 12–24 months out; constrained supply supports both.
Investment metrics
- 1% rule
- 1.19% ✓
- Cap rate
- 7.53%
- Cash-on-cash
- 4.42%
- DSCR
- 1.20
- GRM
- 7.0
CMA / ARV
- ARV (median comp)
- $224,848
- List price
- $169,000
- Delta
- -24.84%
- Verdict
- UNDERPRICED
- Comps
- 20 within 1.0 mi
Show comp detail 12 sales within ~0.75 mi
| Address | Dist | Beds/Ba | Sqft | Sold | Price | $/sf | Match |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14620 Oakwood Ln | 0.27mi | 3/1.5 | 1,312 (+1%) | 7mo | $165,000 | $126 | 78 |
| 13241 Lexington Ln | 0.29mi | 3/2.0 | 1,342 (+4%) | 3mo | $225,000 | $168 | 74 |
| 13240 Saratoga Ln | 0.31mi | 3/2.0 | 1,342 (+4%) | 3mo | $199,000 | $148 | 73 |
| 4212 Platte Dr | 0.08mi | 3/2.0 | 1,131 (-13%) | 1mo | $185,000 | $164 | 70 |
| 14307 S Marsha Dr | 0.25mi | 3/1.5 | 1,190 (-8%) | 4mo | $224,999 | $189 | 70 |
| 14311 Seminole St | 0.63mi | 3/1.0 | 1,280 (-1%) | 8mo | $180,000 | $141 | 61 |
| 13001 Timothy Ln | 0.66mi | 3/1.5 | 1,372 (+6%) | 0mo | $229,900 | $168 | 57 |
| 14001 Cimarron Dr | 0.53mi | 4/2.0 (+1) | 1,373 (+6%) | 0mo | $314,999 | $229 | 56 |
| 14520 Cimarron Dr | 0.39mi | 3/2.0 | 1,144 (-12%) | 6mo | $229,900 | $201 | 53 |
| 14004 Cimarron Dr | 0.54mi | 3/1.5 | 1,147 (-12%) | 1mo | $169,900 | $148 | 53 |
| 4621 Kyle Dr | 0.52mi | 4/2.0 (+1) | 1,200 (-7%) | 5mo | $219,000 | $183 | 50 |
| 4704 Kristie Dr | 0.52mi | 3/2.0 | 1,155 (-11%) | 8mo | $225,000 | $195 | 47 |
Match score weights: distance 35% · size 25% · config 20% · recency 20%. Top-matched comps best support the ARV.
Projected returns pro-forma
-3.0% appreciation · 3.0% rent growth · sell at horizon
- IRR
- -9.3%
- Equity multiple
- 0.66×
- Total profit
- $-16,106
- Equity at exit
- $25,198
- IRR
- 0.3%
- Equity multiple
- 1.02×
- Total profit
- $998
- Equity at exit
- $14,612
Cash invested: $47,320 (down + closing). Projections, not guarantees.
Landlord ↔ Tenant lean methodology
- Overall (STATE)
- 87 Strongly Landlord-Friendly
- State Texas
- 87 Strongly Landlord-Friendly · R+5
- County
- — inherits STATE
- City
- — inherits STATE
ZIP-level market 75180
- Home prices YoY
- -8.0%
- Active inventory
- 86
- Price-to-rent
- 7.0×
Monthly cashflow live
- Estimated rent
- $2,007 high interval (Pro) →
- Mortgage (P&I)
- −$886
- Tax from tax record
- −$455 /mo · $5,455/yr
- Insurance
- −$70
- HOA
- −$0
- Vacancy / Maint / Mgmt
- −$421
- Net cashflow
- $174
Break-even live
Sensitivity live
| Price | -10% $270 | -5% $222 | +0% $174 | +5% $126 | +10% $79 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rent | -10% $16 | -5% $95 | +0% $174 | +5% $254 | +10% $333 |
| Rate | -1.0pp $259 | -0.5pp $217 | base $174 | +0.5pp $130 | +1.0pp $86 |
UW: 25.0% down · 7.5% · 30yr · 1.5% tax · 5.0% vac · 8.0% maint · 8.0% mgmt
Financing live
Cash to close
- Down payment
- $42,250
- Closing costs
- $5,070
- Reserves months
- —
- Total cash needed
- —
Loan-product check · same deal, 3 products live
Conventional
25% down · 7.5% · 30yr
- Down + closing
- —
- Monthly P&I
- —
- Monthly cashflow
- —
- DSCR
- —
- Eligible?
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Personal DTI + credit; lowest rate.
DSCR
20% down · 8.5% · 30yr
- Down + closing
- —
- Monthly P&I
- —
- Monthly cashflow
- —
- DSCR
- —
- Eligible?
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No personal income docs; deal must DSCR.
Hard money
10% down · 12.0% · 12mo
- Down + closing
- —
- Monthly P&I
- —
- Monthly cashflow
- —
- DSCR
- —
- Eligible?
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Short-term bridge; refi at stabilization.
Rent comps 29 comps
| Address | Beds | Baths | Sqft | Rent | $/sqft | DOM | Units | Dist |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15115 Oakwood Ln Unit 1 Mesquite, TX | 3.0 | 1.5 | 1102 | $1,850 | $1.68 | 45d | 1 | 0.12mi |
| 13131 Rocky Ledge Dr Balch Springs, TX | 3.0 | 2.0 | 1565 | $1,883 | $1.20 | 4d | 1 | 0.30mi |
| 14419 Briarcrest Dr Balch Springs, TX | 3.0 | 2.0 | 1350 | $1,695 | $1.26 | 45d | 1 | 0.34mi |
| 4320 Mohawk Dr Balch Springs, TX | 4.0 | 2.0 | 1110 | $1,900 | $1.71 | 26d | 1 | 0.46mi |
| 14005 Cimarron Dr Balch Springs, TX | 3.0 | 1.0 | 1252 | $1,650 | $1.32 | 26d | 1 | 0.55mi |
| 4605 Navajo Trl Balch Springs, TX | 3.0 | 2.0 | 1152 | $1,795 | $1.56 | 45d | 1 | 0.56mi |
| 4229 Culmer Ln Balch Springs, TX | 3.0 | 1.5 | 1156 | $1,545 | $1.34 | 23d | 1 | 0.73mi |
| 4307 Linda Ln Balch Springs, TX | 4.0 | 1.5 | 1141 | $1,941 | $1.70 | 9d | 1 | 0.79mi |
| 3808 Kenzie Ct Balch Springs, TX | 3.0 | 2.0 | 1690 | $2,085 | $1.23 | 3d | 1 | 0.81mi |
| 2805 Cameron Way Mesquite, TX | 3.0 | 2.0 | 1660 | $2,150 | $1.30 | 14d | 1 | 0.81mi |
| 2800 Crockett Pl Mesquite, TX | 3.0 | 2.0 | 1660 | $1,895 | $1.14 | 23d | 1 | 0.82mi |
| 2749 Ingram Cir Mesquite, TX | 3.0 | 2.0 | 1791 | $2,119 | $1.18 | 4d | 1 | 0.85mi |
| 12805 Dove Field Ln Balch Springs, TX | 3.0 | 2.0 | 1456 | $1,935 | $1.33 | 0d | 1 | 0.86mi |
| 12603 Summer Hill Dr Balch Springs, TX | 3.0 | 2.0 | 1311 | $2,500 | $1.91 | 23d | 1 | 0.88mi |
| 12603 Summer Hill Dr Balch Springs, TX | 3.0 | 2.0 | 1311 | $1,800 | $1.37 | 3d | 1 | 0.88mi |
| 12516 Spring Branch Dr Balch Springs, TX | 3.0 | 1.5 | 1141 | $1,761 | $1.54 | 26d | 1 | 0.90mi |
| 12411 Summer Hill Dr Balch Springs, TX | 3.0 | 2.0 | 1299 | $1,800 | $1.39 | 3d | 1 | 0.96mi |
| 3521 Vicki Ln Balch Springs, TX | 4.0 | 2.0 | 1639 | $1,999 | $1.22 | 45d | 1 | 0.98mi |
| 3212 Balch Springs Rd Balch Springs, TX | 1.0–2.0 | 1.0–2.0 | 825 | $1,245 | $1.51 | 9d | 1 | 1.01mi |
| 2724 Windswept Ln Mesquite, TX | 3.0 | 2.0 | 1402 | $2,300 | $1.64 | 26d | 1 | 1.05mi |
| 12129 Spring Branch Dr Balch Springs, TX | 3.0 | 2.5 | 1650 | $1,925 | $1.17 | 7d | 1 | 1.14mi |
| 12416 Fish Rd Dallas, TX | 4.0 | 2.0 | 1427 | $2,011 | $1.41 | 7d | 1 | 1.17mi |
| 3921 Ambassador Way Balch Springs, TX | 4.0 | 1.5 | 1460 | $1,595 | $1.09 | 45d | 1 | 1.17mi |
| 12248 Ortega St Dallas, TX | 3.0 | 2.0 | 1346 | $1,970 | $1.46 | 4d | 1 | 1.20mi |
| 12109 Bishop Dr Balch Springs, TX | 3.0 | 2.0 | 1149 | $1,600 | $1.39 | 9d | 1 | 1.24mi |
| 12227 Quail Dr Balch Springs, TX | 1.0–2.0 | 1.0 | 729 | $1,200 | $1.65 | 17d | 1 | 1.33mi |
| 2008 Valley Falls Ave Mesquite, TX | 3.0 | 2.0 | 1674 | $2,350 | $1.40 | 3d | 1 | 1.41mi |
| 2113 Spring Mills Rd Mesquite, TX | 4.0 | 3.0 | 1643 | $3,500 | $2.13 | 9d | 1 | 1.44mi |
| 2033 Spring Mills Rd Unit 1056398P Mesquite, TX | 4.0 | 2.5 | 1872 | $7,925 | $4.23 | 0d | 1 | 1.49mi |
Listing history 26 events
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2026-06-08statusdays on market $169,000 Pending 31 DOM
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2026-06-07days on market $169,000 Active 30 DOM
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2026-06-04days on market $169,000 Active 27 DOM
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2026-06-03days on market $169,000 Active 26 DOM
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2026-06-02days on market $169,000 Active 25 DOM
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2026-06-01days on market $169,000 Active 24 DOM
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2026-05-31days on market $169,000 Active 23 DOM
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2026-05-08$175,000 Active 653-char remark
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2017-07-07soldstatus
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2017-07-05soldstatus Sold 546-char remark
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Mesquite Schools. Prior Owner Professional Licensed Contractor Complete Renovation 2013. Garage Converted and floor professionally raised to level of existing home to create a spectacular living space. Electrical Panel, Fans, Electrical Receptacles, Trane Air Conditioner, Programmable Thermostat, Security System, Water Heater, Window Screens, Cabinets, Appliances, Glass Tile Back Splash, Granite Counter Tops, Total Bathroom Update, Car Port, Large Storage Building with AC Unit. Plus Roof and Patio Covering Installed in January of 2015.
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2017-06-27status Pending 546-char remark
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Mesquite Schools. Prior Owner Professional Licensed Contractor Complete Renovation 2013. Garage Converted and floor professionally raised to level of existing home to create a spectacular living space. Electrical Panel, Fans, Electrical Receptacles, Trane Air Conditioner, Programmable Thermostat, Security System, Water Heater, Window Screens, Cabinets, Appliances, Glass Tile Back Splash, Granite Counter Tops, Total Bathroom Update, Car Port, Large Storage Building with AC Unit. Plus Roof and Patio Covering Installed in January of 2015.
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2017-06-03historical Active Option Contract 546-char remark
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Mesquite Schools. Prior Owner Professional Licensed Contractor Complete Renovation 2013. Garage Converted and floor professionally raised to level of existing home to create a spectacular living space. Electrical Panel, Fans, Electrical Receptacles, Trane Air Conditioner, Programmable Thermostat, Security System, Water Heater, Window Screens, Cabinets, Appliances, Glass Tile Back Splash, Granite Counter Tops, Total Bathroom Update, Car Port, Large Storage Building with AC Unit. Plus Roof and Patio Covering Installed in January of 2015.
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2017-05-30price $130,625 546-char remark
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Mesquite Schools. Prior Owner Professional Licensed Contractor Complete Renovation 2013. Garage Converted and floor professionally raised to level of existing home to create a spectacular living space. Electrical Panel, Fans, Electrical Receptacles, Trane Air Conditioner, Programmable Thermostat, Security System, Water Heater, Window Screens, Cabinets, Appliances, Glass Tile Back Splash, Granite Counter Tops, Total Bathroom Update, Car Port, Large Storage Building with AC Unit. Plus Roof and Patio Covering Installed in January of 2015.
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2017-05-19$137,500 Active 546-char remark
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Mesquite Schools. Prior Owner Professional Licensed Contractor Complete Renovation 2013. Garage Converted and floor professionally raised to level of existing home to create a spectacular living space. Electrical Panel, Fans, Electrical Receptacles, Trane Air Conditioner, Programmable Thermostat, Security System, Water Heater, Window Screens, Cabinets, Appliances, Glass Tile Back Splash, Granite Counter Tops, Total Bathroom Update, Car Port, Large Storage Building with AC Unit. Plus Roof and Patio Covering Installed in January of 2015.
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2015-01-14soldstatus Sold
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Beautifully updated 3 bedroom, one bath home! Garage has been converted and floor professionally raised to meet level of existing home to create a spectacular living space. Kitchen has glass tile back splash and granite counter tops, serving bar that overlooks living area through beautiful arched openings. Living area flooring is ceramic tile. Large laundry room and has a wireless security system and cameras. Large back yard, storage shed.
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2015-01-14soldstatus
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Beautifully updated 3 bedroom, one bath home! Garage has been converted and floor professionally raised to meet level of existing home to create a spectacular living space. Kitchen has glass tile back splash and granite counter tops, serving bar that overlooks living area through beautiful arched openings. Living area flooring is ceramic tile. Large laundry room and has a wireless security system and cameras. Large back yard, storage shed.
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2014-12-19status Pending
Show marketing remark (444 chars)
Beautifully updated 3 bedroom, one bath home! Garage has been converted and floor professionally raised to meet level of existing home to create a spectacular living space. Kitchen has glass tile back splash and granite counter tops, serving bar that overlooks living area through beautiful arched openings. Living area flooring is ceramic tile. Large laundry room and has a wireless security system and cameras. Large back yard, storage shed.
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2014-12-01historical Active Option Contract
Show marketing remark (444 chars)
Beautifully updated 3 bedroom, one bath home! Garage has been converted and floor professionally raised to meet level of existing home to create a spectacular living space. Kitchen has glass tile back splash and granite counter tops, serving bar that overlooks living area through beautiful arched openings. Living area flooring is ceramic tile. Large laundry room and has a wireless security system and cameras. Large back yard, storage shed.
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2014-10-30$92,000 Active
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Beautifully updated 3 bedroom, one bath home! Garage has been converted and floor professionally raised to meet level of existing home to create a spectacular living space. Kitchen has glass tile back splash and granite counter tops, serving bar that overlooks living area through beautiful arched openings. Living area flooring is ceramic tile. Large laundry room and has a wireless security system and cameras. Large back yard, storage shed.
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2011-12-20soldstatus
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2011-10-31soldstatus Closed
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2011-10-31soldstatus
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2011-06-28historical Active Contingent
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2011-05-12$45,000 Active
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2001-05-22soldstatus
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1987-09-28soldstatus
ⓘ Source: listings_history table (triggers on properties + properties_extension) + one-shot
backfill from property_details.listing_events for pre-trigger history.
Tax reassessment forecast TX · Resets to sale price
- Current annual tax
- $5,455 · $455/mo
- Projected year-2 tax
- $5,455 · $455/mo
- Expected delta
- $0/yr ($0/mo · 0.0%)
ⓘ Screening estimate from a state-policy table — verify with the county assessor before closing.
Climate risk First Street
- Flood 1/10 Low FEMA zone X (unshaded) · 0% chance over 30 yrs
- Wildfire 3/10 Moderate
- Heat 7/10 Severe 7 d/yr ≥110°F today · 24 d/yr by 30 yrs out
- Wind 6/10 Major 27% chance of damaging wind over 30 yrs
- Air quality 2/10 Low 1 unhealthy d/yr today · 1 by 30 yrs out
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Walkable amenities ~0.75 mi
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Taxation est. · year 1
- Rental income
- $24,084
- − Mortgage interest
- −$9,467
- − Property taxes
- −$5,455
- − Insurance
- −$845
- − Repairs & maintenance
- −$1,927
- − Management
- −$1,927
- − Depreciation
- −$4,916
- Taxable loss
- −$453
- Est. tax savings @ 24.0%
- +$109
- After-tax cash flow
- $2,200/yr
For passive investors: Depreciation is non-cash, so a rental often shows a tax loss while cash-flowing — sheltering income. Rental losses are passive: they offset passive income freely, and up to $25,000/yr can offset ordinary (W-2) income if you actively participate and your MAGI is under $100k (phasing out to $0 by $150k); unused losses carry forward. On sale, claimed depreciation is recaptured at up to 25%, and gains may owe capital-gains tax (a 1031 exchange can defer both). Figures are a year-1 estimate at your 24.0% rate — not tax advice; consult a CPA.
Schools (NCES district)
- District
- Mesquite ISD
- NCES district ID
- 4830390
- Math proficiency
- 35% ▼ -11.00%
- Reading proficiency
- 32% ▼ -7.00%
- Median HH income
- $49,372
- Composite
- 29.06/100
- National rank
- #6606
- State rank
- #536 of 826 in TX
Livability — Balch Springs
- Score
- 68/100
- State rank
- #487
- US rank
- #9673
Category grades
Schools grade is shown separately in the Schools card above.
Census & demographics
- Census place
- Balch Springs, TX
- County
- Dallas County · 2,612,404 people
- City population
- 26,455
- Metro
- Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TX
- Population (ZIP)
- 26,455
- Household income
- $67,019
- Rent vs Own
- Severe rent burden
- 660.0
Population outlook (Dallas County) Hauer SSP2
- Today (2025)
- 2,979,839 people
- By 2030
- 3,191,823 · +7.1%
- By 2040
- 3,619,611 · +21.5%
- By 2050
- 4,026,915 · +35.1%
- By 2075
- 4,957,073 · +66.4%
- By 2100
- 5,508,725 · +84.9%
Race, ethnicity, and origin ACS 2023
- Neighborhood character
- Diverse neighborhood (Simpson 0.61)
- Race & ethnicity
- Hispanic / Latino 51% Black 33% Two or more races 24% White 14% Native American 2%
- Hispanic origin (detail)
- Mexican 46%
- Foreign-born
- 23% · Canada
- Languages at home
- 55% English-only · Spanish 44%
Political lean MEDSL · Dallas
- 2024 margin
- Strong D (+22.2) · D 60.2% · R 38.0% · Other 1.8%
- 2008→2024 swing
- +6.9pp toward D · 2008: 15.3pp · 2024: 22.2pp
- All cycles
- 2024: D+22.2 2020: D+31.6 2016: D+26.2 2012: D+15.4 2008: D+15.3
Not yet ingested
- Civics
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Market trends
- HPI YoY
- ▼ -31.21%
- Current HPI
- 361.3668
- Rent YoY
- —
- Metro
- Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TX
- State GDP YoY
- ▲ 3.95%
- F500 in state
- 110
Industry mix (Fortune 500 HQ in TX)
| Industry | F500 HQs | Revenue |
|---|---|---|
| Energy | 16 | $1,198B |
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| Technology | 5 | $198B |
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| Engineering / Construction | 4 | $72B |
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| Energy Services | 3 | $60B |
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| Utilities | 3 | $41B |
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| Healthcare | 2 | $330B |
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Price history
+275.6% since first listed21 events — show timeline
- 2026-06-08 Pending — NTREIS
- 2026-05-26 Price Changed $169,000 NTREIS
- 2026-05-08 Listed $175,000 NTREIS
- 2017-07-07 Sold (Public Records) — Public Records
- 2017-07-05 Sold (MLS) — NTREIS
- 2017-06-27 Pending — NTREIS
- 2017-06-03 Contingent — NTREIS
- 2017-05-30 Price Changed $130,625 NTREIS
- 2017-05-19 Listed $137,500 NTREIS
- 2015-01-14 Sold (Public Records) — Public Records
- 2015-01-14 Sold (MLS) — NTREIS
- 2014-12-19 Pending — NTREIS
- 2014-12-01 Contingent — NTREIS
- 2014-10-30 Listed $92,000 NTREIS
- 2011-12-20 Sold (Public Records) — Public Records
- 2011-10-31 Sold (Public Records) — Public Records
- 2011-10-31 Sold (MLS) — NTREIS
- 2011-06-28 Contingent — NTREIS
- 2011-05-12 Listed $45,000 NTREIS
- 2001-05-22 Sold (Public Records) — Public Records
- 1987-09-28 Sold (Public Records) — Public Records
Property tax history
+7.1%/yrLatest (2025): $5,455 · +0.5% YoY. Source: county tax records.
Cash-flow waterfall
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