508 Clough Ave · Superior, WI 54880

$135,000

2 bd · 1.0 ba · 888 sqft · Other · 10 Days on market

Built 1888 3,484 sqft lot

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Why this score? — see what drove the B- 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 +29.8/30.0
• DSCR +10.0/10.0
• 1% rule +8.3/10.0
• ARV discount +7.5/15.0
• Livability +4.3/5.0
• Rent growth +3.2/5.0
• Condition / age +2.5/5.0
• Schools +2.4/10.0
• Appreciation +0.0/10.0

Listing remarks MLS

This 2-bedroom, 3/4 bath home offers low-maintenance features you'll appreciate. The main level includes easy entry, and the exterior is finished with durable, low-care vinyl siding. Out back, enjoy a fully fenced yard-perfect for pets, play, or relaxing-plus a storage shed for tools and seasonal items. Off-street parking adds everyday convenience. A great option for anyone looking for an updated home with practical outdoor space.

Key facts

• Storage shed
• Fully fenced yard
• Off-street parking

Tags

• DURABLE LOW-CARE VINYL SIDING
• FULLY FENCED YARD
• STORAGE SHED
• OFF-STREET PARKING
• PRACTICAL OUTDOOR SPACE

Property features AI

Exterior

• Parking: Concrete parking surface
• Utilities: City water (connected); City sewer (connected); Natural gas; Electric service by SW L&P
• Home design: Residential property; Two levels
• Construction: Frame construction; Crawl space basement; Foundation described as 'Other' with foundation dimensions 16x24 + 12x18
• Exterior features: Covered front porch; Vinyl exterior; Chain link fencing; Storage shed; Light tree coverage on the lot; City street frontage with sidewalks; Publicly maintained road

Interior

• Kitchen: Kitchen on main level with range and refrigerator
• Bedrooms: Two bedrooms (both on upper level)
• Bathrooms: One three-quarter bathroom on the main floor
• Heating & cooling: Forced air heating; No central cooling
• Interior features: Main floor laundry; Dryer; Washer; Range; Refrigerator
• Laundry & utility: Main floor laundry with washer hookup and electric dryer hookup

What this means for you Summary

Snapshot

• This is a 2-bed/1.0-bath other listed at $135k.

Deal economics

• At list price, monthly cash flow is $495 ($6k/yr) — positive.
• The deal already cash-flows at list — no discount required.
• Meets the 1% rule at list price ($2k rent vs $135k).
• Cap rate 10.7% vs local median 4.6% in Superior — 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 86/100 on livability (#21 in WI, #337 nationally) — a professional / high-income tenant draw. Strengths: amenities A+, commute A+, cost of living A+; Watch: schools C-.
• Superior School District (suburban): math 23% / reading 34% proficiency, ranked #290 of 342 in WI (top 85%) — low school quality limits family demand, transient renter base, plan for 1-2y turnover.
• Market conditions: Rents rising (+2.8%/yr); 168 active listings in the ZIP; 3 comparable units currently listed for rent nearby; rentals at typical pace (median 21d on market — plan ~3-4 weeks tenant-placement turnaround); 110 units permitted in Douglas County in 2024 (0 in 5+ unit buildings).
• This rent runs 32% of the median local income ($68k/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 $933 of loan paydown is wiped out by about $4k of value loss. Plan a longer hold.
• Douglas County population projected at -20% by 2050 — secular population decline; favor cash flow + early exit over multi-decade hold.
• At projected returns (-3.0% appreciation + 2.8% rent growth), your $38k cash investment doubles in ~8 years — after that, you're playing with house money.

Negotiation context

• Only 10 days on market — expect competitive offers; lowballing is unlikely to land.
• 5 sale attempts since 7y 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.
• Current owner paid $60k; list at $135k implies a 125% gain — meaningful room to come down on a strong offer.

Risks & watch-outs

• Watch-outs: built in 1888 — expect roof / HVAC / electrical / plumbing capex.

Recommended offer $135,000

Questions for the listing agent

1. Built in 1888 — when were the roof, HVAC, electrical panel, plumbing, and water heater last replaced?
2. Is there a deadline driving the sale (1031 exchange, divorce, estate, relocation)? That informs how much negotiation room exists.
3. 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.
4. 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.
5. 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: 1.33% ✓
• Cap rate: 10.69%
• Cash-on-cash: 15.71%
• DSCR: 1.70
• GRM: 6.3

CMA / ARV

No comps found within radius.

Projected returns pro-forma

-3.0% appreciation · 2.76% rent growth · sell at horizon

5-year hold

• IRR: 6.3%
• Equity multiple: 1.24×
• Total profit: $9,226
• Equity at exit: $20,129

10-year hold

• IRR: 15.5%
• Equity multiple: 2.24×
• Total profit: $46,930
• Equity at exit: $11,672

Cash invested: $37,800 (down + closing). Projections, not guarantees.

Landlord ↔ Tenant lean methodology

• Overall (STATE): 73 Landlord-Friendly
• State Wisconsin: 73 Landlord-Friendly · R+2
• County: — inherits STATE
• City: — inherits STATE

5-day notice; preempted; Madison / Milwaukee have some local enforcement.

Methodology + full state rankings →

ZIP-level market 54880

• Rents YoY: 2.8%
• Active inventory: 168
• Price-to-rent: 6.3×

Monthly cashflow live

• Estimated rent: $1,793 medium
• Mortgage (P&I): −$708
• Tax from tax record: −$158 /mo · $1,893/yr
• Insurance: −$56
• HOA: −$0
• Vacancy / Maint / Mgmt: −$377
• Net cashflow: $495

Break-even live

Break-even rent $1,167

Max offer price $135,000

Occupancy floor 67%

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: $33,750
• Closing costs: $4,050
• Reserves months: —
• Total cash needed: —

Rent comps 3 comps

Address	Beds	Baths	Sqft	Rent	$/sqft	DOM	Units	Dist
110 E 2nd St Apt 218 Superior, WI	2.0	2.0	971	$2,200	$2.27	21d	1	1.05mi
110 E 2nd St Superior, WI	1.0–2.0	1.0–2.0	778	$2,300	$2.95	13d	8	1.05mi
2009 1/2 Hughitt Ave Superior, WI	2.0	1.0	713	$1,125	$1.58	43d	1	1.31mi

Listing history 8 events

1. 2026-05-30
   statusdays on market $135,000 Pending 10 DOM
2. 2026-05-20
   listed $135,000 Active 434-char remark

   Show marketing remark (434 chars)

   This 2-bedroom, 3/4 bath home offers low-maintenance features you'll appreciate. The main level includes easy entry, and the exterior is finished with durable, low-care vinyl siding. Out back, enjoy a fully fenced yard-perfect for pets, play, or relaxing-plus a storage shed for tools and seasonal items. Off-street parking adds everyday convenience. A great option for anyone looking for an updated home with practical outdoor space.

3. 2026-05-20
   listed $135,000 Active 434-char remark

   Show marketing remark (434 chars)

   This 2-bedroom, 3/4 bath home offers low-maintenance features you'll appreciate. The main level includes easy entry, and the exterior is finished with durable, low-care vinyl siding. Out back, enjoy a fully fenced yard-perfect for pets, play, or relaxing-plus a storage shed for tools and seasonal items. Off-street parking adds everyday convenience. A great option for anyone looking for an updated home with practical outdoor space.

4. 2026-05-20
   listed $135,000 Active 434-char remark

   Show marketing remark (434 chars)

   This 2-bedroom, 3/4 bath home offers low-maintenance features you'll appreciate. The main level includes easy entry, and the exterior is finished with durable, low-care vinyl siding. Out back, enjoy a fully fenced yard-perfect for pets, play, or relaxing-plus a storage shed for tools and seasonal items. Off-street parking adds everyday convenience. A great option for anyone looking for an updated home with practical outdoor space.

5. 2026-05-20
   listed $135,000 Active 434-char remark

   Show marketing remark (434 chars)

   This 2-bedroom, 3/4 bath home offers low-maintenance features you'll appreciate. The main level includes easy entry, and the exterior is finished with durable, low-care vinyl siding. Out back, enjoy a fully fenced yard-perfect for pets, play, or relaxing-plus a storage shed for tools and seasonal items. Off-street parking adds everyday convenience. A great option for anyone looking for an updated home with practical outdoor space.

6. 2020-02-07
   soldstatus $60,000
7. 2020-02-04
   soldstatus $60,000
8. 2019-10-17
   listed $69,900

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

Tax reassessment forecast WI · Partial reset (capped growth)

• Current annual tax: $1,893 · $158/mo
• Projected year-2 tax: $2,195 · $183/mo
• Expected delta: +$302/yr (+$25/mo · 16.0%)

ⓘ 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 1/10 Low
• 🌡 Heat 2/10 Low 7 d/yr ≥92°F today · 12 d/yr by 30 yrs out
• 💨 Wind 1/10 Low
• 🫁 Air quality 2/10 Low 1 unhealthy d/yr today · 1 by 30 yrs out

Taxation est. · year 1

• Rental income: $21,520
• − Mortgage interest: −$7,562
• − Property taxes: −$1,893
• − Insurance: −$675
• − Repairs & maintenance: −$1,722
• − Management: −$1,722
• − Depreciation: −$3,927
• Taxable income: $4,020
• Est. tax owed @ 24.0%: −$965
• After-tax cash flow: $4,973/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: Superior School District
• NCES district ID: 5514670
• Math proficiency: 23% ▼ -12.00%
• Reading proficiency: 34% ▼ -4.00%
• Median HH income: $43,659
• Composite: 24.31/100
• National rank: #7711
• State rank: #290 of 342 in WI

Livability — Superior

• Score: 86/100
• State rank: #21
• US rank: #337

Category grades

Amenities A+ Commute A+ Cost of living A+ Crime C+ Employment C Housing A+ Health & safety A+ User ratings D

Schools grade is shown separately in the Schools card above.

Census & demographics

• Census place: Superior, WI
• County: Douglas County · 30,312 people
• City population: 30,312
• Metro: Duluth, MN-WI
• Population (ZIP): 30,312
• Household income: $68,275
• Rent vs Own: 36.6% rent · 63.4% own
• Severe rent burden: 1018.0

Population outlook (Douglas County) Hauer SSP2

• Today (2025): 42,505 people
• By 2030: 41,269 · -2.9%
• By 2040: 37,829 · -11.0%
• By 2050: 34,043 · -19.9%
• By 2075: 25,892 · -39.1%
• By 2100: 19,487 · -54.2%

Race, ethnicity, and origin ACS 2023

• Neighborhood character: Predominantly White (90%)
• Race & ethnicity: White 90% Two or more races 5% Hispanic / Latino 2% Black 1% Asian 1% Native American 1%
• Common ancestry: Portuguese 10% Romanian 9% Lithuanian 4%
• Foreign-born: 2% · China, Vietnam
• Languages at home: 97% English-only · Spanish 1%

Political lean MEDSL · Douglas

• 2024 margin: Lean D (+5.3) · D 52.0% · R 46.6% · Other 1.4%
• 2008→2024 swing: -27.9pp toward R · 2008: 33.2pp · 2024: 5.3pp
• All cycles: 2024: D+5.3 2020: D+9.3 2016: D+7.6 2012: D+31.3 2008: D+33.2

Not yet ingested

• Civics: —

Market trends

• HPI YoY: ▼ -167.80%
• Current HPI: 226.557
• Rent YoY: ▲ 2.76%
• Metro: Duluth, MN-WI
• State GDP YoY: ▲ 2.10%
• F500 in state: 20

Industry mix (Fortune 500 HQ in WI)

Industry	F500 HQs	Revenue
▸Industrial Machinery	4	$23B
▸Industrial Technology	2	$36B
▸Insurance	1	$36B
▸Professional Services	1	$19B
▸Utilities	1	$9B
▸Consumer Goods	1	$3B

Price history

+93.1% since first listed

7 events — show timeline

• 2026-05-20 Listed $135,000 LSAR
• 2026-05-20 Listed $135,000 SAAR
• 2026-05-20 Listed $135,000 WWRA
• 2026-05-20 Listed $135,000 NORTHSTARMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid
• 2020-02-07 Sold (Public Records) $60,000 Public Records
• 2020-02-04 Sold (MLS) $60,000 LSAR
• 2019-10-17 Listed $69,900 LSAR

Property tax history

+6.9%/yr

Latest (2025): $1,893 · +2.2% YoY. Source: county tax records.