1224 Vail Dr Unit 14c · Grovetown, GA 30813

$211,900

2 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,162 sqft · Condo · 89 Days on market

Built 2026 Good condition $182/sqft · 9% below area Est $234k · 9% under $246/mo HOA · 15% of rent

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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).

• ARV discount +11.7/15.0
• Cash flow +6.3/30.0
• Condition / age +4.0/5.0
• Livability +3.7/5.0
• Schools +3.4/10.0
• 1% rule +3.0/10.0
• Rent growth +2.8/5.0
• DSCR +0.6/10.0
• Appreciation +0.0/10.0

Listing remarks

* Move-In Ready Special to include 4,000 in incentives plus blinds, fridge and 1 year of paid HOA dues on contracts written by 8/31/26. Don't forget to ask about our Ivey Honors Program for active/retired military, first responders and teachers * Located in Caroleton at 1224 Vail Drive in Grovetown, Georgia, the Athens 2-Bedroom Townhome floor plan offers 1,162 square feet with 2 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms. This two-story layout is designed for efficient, low maintenance living. The main level features an open-concept kitchen that connects directly to the dining area and living room, creating a functional space for everyday routines.

Key facts

• Community pool
• Open-concept kitchen
• Walk-in closets

Tags

• OPEN-CONCEPT KITCHEN
• PRIVATE LANAI
• WALK-IN CLOSETS
• COMMUNITY POOL
• ACTIVITY PARK
• LANDSCAPED ENTRANCE

What this means for you Summary

Snapshot

• This is a 2-bed/2.5-bath condo listed at $212k. Condition is rated good.

Deal economics

• At list price, monthly cash flow is $-373 ($-4k/yr) — negative.
• To cash-flow at today's rent, offer at most $158k (25.5% below list).
• To meet the 1% rule (rent ≥ 1% of price), the offer needs to be $169k (20.1% below list).
• Recommended offer: $158k (25.5% below list) — sets the bar for cash-flow.

Location & tenants

• Location reads 73/100 on livability (#57 in GA) — a middle-class / working-renter tenant base. Strengths: crime A+, cost of living A+, housing A+; Watch: amenities F, commute F.
• Columbia County (suburban): math 49% / reading 52% proficiency, ranked #13 of 174 in GA (top 8%) — acceptable for families but not a draw, mixed tenant base, ~2y average lease.
• Zoned schools: Euchee Creek Elementary School (math 53% / reading 42%, grade D, #298 of 1,228 statewide, top 24%, 657 students, 36% FRL); Harlem Middle School (math 36% / reading 42%, grade F, #155 of 470 statewide, top 33%, 981 students, 39% FRL); Harlem High School (math 8% / reading 22%, grade F, #297 of 424 statewide, top 74%, 1,223 students, 33% FRL).
• Zoned-school proficiency averages 34% at this address vs 50% district-wide (-17 pts) — the specific schools serving this property underperform the Columbia County average; the district grade overstates school quality for this exact location.
• Market conditions: Rents rising (+1.1%/yr); 856 active listings in the ZIP; 1 comparable units currently listed for rent nearby; solid renter incomes; 1,213 units permitted in Columbia County in 2024 (0 in 5+ unit buildings).

Forward outlook

• Local home prices are declining (-3.0%/yr); year-one equity from $1k of loan paydown is wiped out by about $6k of value loss. Plan a longer hold.
• Columbia County population projected at +62% by 2050 — long-run rental-demand tailwind backs the buy-and-hold thesis.

Negotiation context

• It's been on market 89 days — a 6% lower offer ($199k) is reasonable based on typical stale-listing flexibility.
• 2 sale attempts 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.

Recommended offer $157,873 (25.5% below list)

Questions for the listing agent

1. What do current leases actually rent for vs. the listed asking? Can we see a recent rent roll and the last 12 months of T-12 income?
2. It's been on market 89 days. Have you received any prior offers? Is the seller open to a 25% concession, seller financing, or rate buy-down credit?
3. What does the HOA fee cover, when was the last increase, and are there any pending special assessments or reserve-fund shortfalls?
4. Any open or pending special assessments — roof, HVAC, plumbing, elevator, façade? What's the per-unit balance and payoff schedule, and is the seller paying it off at close or rolling it to the buyer?
5. Why hasn't it sold? Are there any deal-killer items the seller is aware of (foundation, flood, title, zoning, code violations)?
6. Is there a deadline driving the sale (1031 exchange, divorce, estate, relocation)? That informs how much negotiation room exists.
7. The area grade is low — what's the realistic commute time and amenity access for the typical tenant pool here? Any planned neighborhood developments (good or bad) we should know about?
8. 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.
9. 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.
10. How much new apartment / multifamily construction is in the pipeline within 1–3 miles? Heavy new supply (>2% of stock underway) typically softens rents 12–24 months out; light construction supports rent growth.

Investment metrics

• 1% rule: 0.80% ✗
• Cap rate: 4.18%
• Cash-on-cash: -7.55%
• DSCR: 0.66
• GRM: 10.4

CMA / ARV

• ARV (median comp): $233,516
• List price: $211,900
• Delta: -9.26%
• Verdict: FAIR
• Comps: 20 within 1.0 mi

Show comp detail 12 sales within ~0.75 mi

Address	Dist	Beds/Ba	Sqft	Sold	Price	$/sf	Match
1149 Clareton Dr Unit 7b	0.02mi	2/2.0	1,230 (+6%)	1mo	$232,000	$189	86
1135 Clareton Dr Unit 5c	0.04mi	2/2.0	1,238 (+6%)	1mo	$219,900	$178	84
1151 Clareton Dr Unit 7c	0.02mi	2/2.0	1,230 (+6%)	5mo	$236,500	$192	83
1147 Clareton Dr Unit 7a	0.03mi	2/2.0	1,230 (+6%)	6mo	$236,500	$192	82
1324 Newbern Dr Unit 8c	0.03mi	2/2.0	1,230 (+6%)	9mo	$232,000	$189	79
1326 Newbern Dr Unit 8B	0.03mi	2/2.0	1,230 (+6%)	9mo	$239,900	$195	79
1005 Candleberry Drive,1 Dr	0.13mi	2/2.0	1,230 (+6%)	5mo	$231,000	$188	78
1030 Candleberry Dr	0.08mi	2/2.0	1,238 (+6%)	7mo	$229,000	$185	78
817 Dara Cors	0.93mi	3/2.0 (+1)	1,376 (+18%)	3mo	$272,230	$198	30
976 Raghorn Rd	1.05mi	3/2.0 (+1)	1,376 (+18%)	5mo	$272,230	$198	29
967 Raghorn Rd	1.05mi	3/2.0 (+1)	1,376 (+18%)	6mo	$274,190	$199	28
920 Raghorn Rd	0.87mi	3/2.0 (+1)	1,376 (+18%)	8mo	$271,230	$197	27

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 · 1.15% rent growth · sell at horizon

5-year hold

• IRR: -31.9%
• Equity multiple: -0.03×
• Total profit: $-61,033
• Equity at exit: $31,595

10-year hold

• IRR: -50.7%
• Equity multiple: -0.61×
• Total profit: $-95,280
• Equity at exit: $18,321

Cash invested: $59,332 (down + closing). Projections, not guarantees.

Landlord ↔ Tenant lean methodology

• Overall (STATE): 90 Strongly Landlord-Friendly
• State Georgia: 90 Strongly Landlord-Friendly · R+3
• County: — inherits STATE
• City: — inherits STATE

Magistrate court evictions in 10-30 days; no rent control; preempted; few tenant protections.

Methodology + full state rankings →

ZIP-level market 30813

• Home prices YoY: -29.2%
• Rents YoY: 1.1%
• Active inventory: 856
• Price-to-rent: 10.4×

Monthly cashflow live

• Estimated rent: $1,692 medium
• Mortgage (P&I): −$1,111
• Tax est. 1.5%: −$265 /mo · $3,178/yr
• Insurance: −$88
• HOA: −$246
• Vacancy / Maint / Mgmt: −$355
• Net cashflow: $-373

Break-even live

Break-even rent $2,165

Max offer price $157,873

Occupancy floor —

Sensitivity live

Price	-10% $-227	-5% $-300	+0% $-373	+5% $-447	+10% $-520
Rent	-10% $-507	-5% $-440	+0% $-373	+5% $-307	+10% $-240
Rate	-1.0pp $-267	-0.5pp $-319	base $-373	+0.5pp $-428	+1.0pp $-484

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: $52,975
• Closing costs: $6,357
• Club membership (one-time): —
• Reserves months: —
• Total cash needed: —

Rent comps 1 comps

Address	Beds	Baths	Sqft	Rent	$/sqft	DOM	Units	Dist
4023 Rosedale Pl Grovetown, GA	3.0	2.0	1402	$1,935	$1.38	63d	1	1.00mi

Property features AI

Finance

• Other: Green features: energy-efficient lighting and thermostat; ventilation for indoor air quality
• HOA & community: Homeowners association with annual feeAnnual association fee: $2,950 (approximately $245.83/month)Community amenities: Clubhouse, Park, Pool, Sidewalks, Street lights

Exterior

• Parking: Concrete parking
• Security: Smoke detectors
• Utilities: Public waterPublic sewerCable available
• Home design: TownhouseTwo levels (2 stories)Entry level: 1New construction
• Construction: Vinyl siding and frame constructionComposition roofSlab foundationHome warranty included
• Exterior features: Covered patio and porches including front and rear porchPatioLandscaped yardFront and rear sprinklersPaved road accessHas a viewNo fencing

Interior

• Kitchen: RangeDishwasherDisposalMicrowaveENERGY STAR qualified appliancesPantryEat-in kitchen
• Bedrooms: Total rooms: 5
• Flooring: Carpet
• Bathrooms: 2 full bathrooms1 half bathroom
• Heating & cooling: Central airCeiling fan(s)Electric heatingForced airHeat pump
• Interior features: Walk-in closetsEntrance foyerPantryEat-in kitchenInsulated windowsVented exhaust fanENERGY STAR qualified appliancesMicrowave
• Laundry & utility: Washer hookup

HOA detail $246/mo · $2,952/yr condo

• Assessments: None detected in remarks — confirm with the listing agent.

Listing history 50 events

1. 2026-08-08
   days on market $211,900 Active 89 DOM
2. 2026-08-07
   days on market $211,900 Active 88 DOM
3. 2026-08-06
   days on market $211,900 Active 87 DOM
4. 2026-08-05
   days on market $211,900 Active 86 DOM
5. 2026-08-04
   days on market $211,900 Active 85 DOM
6. 2026-08-03
   days on market $211,900 Active 84 DOM
7. 2026-07-31
   days on market $211,900 Active 81 DOM
8. 2026-07-29
   days on market $211,900 Active 79 DOM
9. 2026-07-27
   days on market $211,900 Active 77 DOM
10. 2026-07-25
    days on market $211,900 Active 75 DOM
11. 2026-07-24
    days on market $211,900 Active 74 DOM
12. 2026-07-23
    days on market $211,900 Active 73 DOM
13. 2026-07-22
    days on market $211,900 Active 72 DOM
14. 2026-07-21
    days on market $211,900 Active 71 DOM
15. 2026-07-18
    days on market $211,900 Active 68 DOM
16. 2026-07-16
    days on market $211,900 Active 66 DOM
17. 2026-07-16
    days on market $211,900 Active 65 DOM
18. 2026-07-14
    days on market $211,900 Active 64 DOM
19. 2026-07-13
    days on market $211,900 Active 63 DOM
20. 2026-07-12
    days on market $211,900 Active 62 DOM
21. 2026-07-11
    days on market $211,900 Active 61 DOM
22. 2026-07-10
    days on market $211,900 Active 60 DOM
23. 2026-07-09
    days on market $211,900 Active 59 DOM
24. 2026-07-08
    days on market $211,900 Active 58 DOM
25. 2026-07-07
    days on market $211,900 Active 57 DOM
26. 2026-07-06
    days on market $211,900 Active 56 DOM
27. 2026-07-05
    days on market $211,900 Active 55 DOM
28. 2026-07-04
    days on market $211,900 Active 54 DOM
29. 2026-07-03
    days on market $211,900 Active 53 DOM
30. 2026-07-02
    days on market $211,900 Active 52 DOM
31. 2026-07-01
    days on market $211,900 Active 51 DOM
32. 2026-06-30
    days on market $211,900 Active 50 DOM
33. 2026-06-29
    days on market $211,900 Active 49 DOM
34. 2026-06-28
    days on market $211,900 Active 48 DOM
35. 2026-06-28
    days on market $211,900 Active 47 DOM
36. 2026-06-27
    days on market $211,900 Active 46 DOM
37. 2026-06-25
    days on market $211,900 Active 44 DOM
38. 2026-06-23
    days on market $211,900 Active 42 DOM
39. 2026-06-22
    days on market $211,900 Active 41 DOM
40. 2026-06-18
    days on market $211,900 Active 38 DOM
41. 2026-06-17
    days on market $211,900 Active 37 DOM
42. 2026-06-16
    days on market $211,900 Active 36 DOM
43. 2026-06-15
    days on market $211,900 Active 35 DOM
44. 2026-06-14
    days on market $211,900 Active 33 DOM
45. 2026-06-13
    days on market $211,900 Active 32 DOM
46. 2026-06-10
    days on market $211,900 Active 30 DOM
47. 2026-06-09
    days on market $211,900 Active 29 DOM
48. 2026-06-08
    days on market $211,900 Active 28 DOM
49. 2026-06-07
    days on market $211,900 Active 27 DOM
50. 2026-06-03
    days on market $211,900 Active 23 DOM

ⓘ Source: listings_history table (triggers on properties + properties_extension) + one-shot backfill from property_details.listing_events for pre-trigger history.

Taxation est. · year 1

• Rental income: $20,309
• − Mortgage interest: −$11,870
• − Property taxes: −$3,178
• − Insurance: −$1,060
• − Repairs & maintenance: −$1,625
• − Management: −$1,625
• − HOA: −$2,952
• − Depreciation: −$6,164
• Taxable loss: −$8,164
• Est. tax savings @ 24.0%: +$1,959
• After-tax cash flow: $-2,521/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.

Condition & rehab AI · 12 photos

Good 80/100 None rehab

This two-story townhome is in excellent condition with minimal maintenance required. It offers a spacious and well-maintained living area, modern appliances, and a private lanai. The property is located in a desirable neighborhood with a community pool and amenities.

Value-add opportunities

• Both Paint interior walls — Fresh paint can enhance curb appeal and interior aesthetics ↑
• Both Install new flooring in bathrooms — New flooring can improve the look and feel of the bathrooms ↑
• Both Add decorative elements to the kitchen island — Decorative elements can make the kitchen island more functional and visually appealing ↑

F Composite school gradezoned avg 34/100

Zoned Schools

Elementary Euchee Creek Elementary School D GA #298/1,228 Nat'l #14,382/41,679 Middle Harlem Middle School F GA #155/470 Nat'l #6,362/14,009 High Harlem High School F GA #297/424 Nat'l #15,355/17,239

Schools (NCES district)

• District: Columbia County
• NCES district ID: 1301410
• Math proficiency: 49% ▼ -6.00%
• Reading proficiency: 52% ▼ -4.00%
• Median HH income: $69,358
• Composite: 45.04/100
• National rank: #2695
• State rank: #13 of 174 in GA

B Composite livability gradescore 73/100

Livability — Grovetown

• Score: 73/100
• State rank: #57
• US rank: #5433

Category grades

Amenities F Commute F Cost of living A+ Crime A+ Employment B- Housing A+ Health & safety B+ User ratings B

Schools grade is shown separately in the Schools card above.

Census & demographics

• Census place: Grovetown, GA
• County: Columbia County · 189,073 people
• City population: 52,466
• Metro: Augusta-Richmond County, GA-SC
• Population (ZIP): 52,466
• Household income: $86,923
• Rent vs Own: 27.2% rent · 72.8% own
• Severe rent burden: 10% of renters

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Population outlook (Columbia County) Hauer SSP2

• Today (2025): 189,073 people
• By 2030: 212,277 · +12.3%
• By 2040: 259,480 · +37.2%
• By 2050: 306,991 · +62.4%
• By 2075: 421,213 · +122.8%
• By 2100: 496,722 · +162.7%

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Race, ethnicity, and origin ACS 2023

• Neighborhood character: Diverse neighborhood (Simpson 0.65)
• Race & ethnicity: White 51% Black 29% Hispanic / Latino 11% Two or more races 10% Asian 2%
• Hispanic origin (detail): Mexican 5% Puerto Rican 3%
• Common ancestry: Italian 2% Serbian 1% Lithuanian 1%
• Foreign-born: 6% · Canada, Vietnam
• Languages at home: 88% English-only · Spanish 7% German/W. Germanic 2% Other Indo-European 1%

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Political lean MEDSL · Columbia

• 2024 margin: Strong R (+25.6) · D 36.8% · R 62.5%
• 2008→2024 swing: +17.0pp toward D · 2008: -42.7pp · 2024: -25.6pp
• All cycles: 2024: R+25.6 2020: R+25.8 2016: R+37.7 2012: R+43.0 2008: R+42.7

Not yet ingested

• Civics: —

Market trends

• HPI YoY: ▼ -96.24%
• Current HPI: 233.821
• Rent YoY: ▲ 1.15%
• Metro: Augusta-Richmond County, GA-SC
• State GDP YoY: ▲ 2.66%
• F500 in state: 28

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Industry mix (Fortune 500 HQ in GA)

Industry	F500 HQs	Revenue
▸Paper / Packaging	2	$29B
▸Retail	1	$160B
▸Transportation / Logistics	1	$91B
▸Airlines	1	$62B
▸Consumer Goods	1	$47B
▸Utilities	1	$25B

Property features AI

Finance

• Other: Green features: energy-efficient lighting and thermostat; ventilation for indoor air quality
• HOA & community: Homeowners association with annual feeAnnual association fee: $2,950 (approximately $245.83/month)Community amenities: Clubhouse, Park, Pool, Sidewalks, Street lights

Exterior

• Parking: Concrete parking
• Security: Smoke detectors
• Utilities: Public waterPublic sewerCable available
• Home design: TownhouseTwo levels (2 stories)Entry level: 1New construction
• Construction: Vinyl siding and frame constructionComposition roofSlab foundationHome warranty included
• Exterior features: Covered patio and porches including front and rear porchPatioLandscaped yardFront and rear sprinklersPaved road accessHas a viewNo fencing

Interior

• Kitchen: RangeDishwasherDisposalMicrowaveENERGY STAR qualified appliancesPantryEat-in kitchen
• Bedrooms: Total rooms: 5
• Flooring: Carpet
• Bathrooms: 2 full bathrooms1 half bathroom
• Heating & cooling: Central airCeiling fan(s)Electric heatingForced airHeat pump
• Interior features: Walk-in closetsEntrance foyerPantryEat-in kitchenInsulated windowsVented exhaust fanENERGY STAR qualified appliancesMicrowave
• Laundry & utility: Washer hookup

Price history

+0.0% since first listed

4 events — show timeline

• 2026-05-11 Listing Removed — Hive MLS
• 2026-04-10 Price Changed $211,900 Hive MLS
• 2026-03-23 Listed $211,500 Hive MLS
• 2026-03-23 Listed $211,900 Hive MLS