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317 Millwood Rd
D Composite 42.51
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  • ARV discount +15.0/15.0
  • Cash flow +9.1/30.0
  • Condition / age +4.0/5.0
  • Livability +3.3/5.0
  • Schools +3.2/10.0
  • 1% rule +3.0/10.0
  • DSCR +2.5/10.0
  • Rent growth +2.5/5.0
  • Appreciation +0.0/10.0

$289,990

317 Millwood Rd · Lavon, TX 75166
3 bd · 2.0 ba · 1,657 sqft · SingleFamily · 39 Days on market
Built 2026 Good condition 4,600 sqft lot $175/sqft · 17% below area Est $348k · 17% under $54/mo HOA · 2% of rent

🖨 Deal sheet (PDF) 📄 Offer letter ✓ Due diligence

Listing remarks MLS

MLS# 21243212 - Built by Trophy Signature Homes - May 2026 completion! ~ Just as the majestic pecan tree is long-lived, the Pecan II floor plan promises to stand the test time, providing happy memories for years to come. The three-bedroom design is artful with a large living area where you can relax after work or build the ultimate sandwich in the gourmet kitchen. The bread was freshly baked in the oven this morning. There is just enough time before bed to work on your Downward Dog in the yoga room you created in one of the bedrooms. Feeling stress-free, It's time to hop in the walk-in shower before curling up in the sitting area of your stunning primary suite with your favorite book!

Key facts

  • 4,600 sq ft lot
  • 2 garage spots
  • Community pool

Neighborhood map

Property Rental comp Retail Transit Schools Stadiums Fortune 500 · Circle radius: 3.0 mi
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What this means for you Summary

Snapshot

  • This is a 3-bed/2.0-bath single-family listed at $290k. Condition is rated good.

Deal economics

  • At list price, monthly cash flow is $-350 ($-4k/yr) — negative.
  • To cash-flow at today's rent, offer at most $239k (17.5% below list).
  • To meet the 1% rule (rent ≥ 1% of price), the offer needs to be $232k (20.0% below list).
  • Recommended offer: $232k (20.0% below list) — sets the bar for 1% rule.

Location & tenants

  • Location reads 66/100 on livability (#588 in TX) — a middle-class / working-renter tenant base. Strengths: employment A+, housing A+, cost of living B; Watch: amenities F, commute F, health & safety F.
  • Community ISD (rural): math 30% / reading 38% proficiency, ranked #479 of 826 in TX (top 58%) — families likely to look elsewhere, expect single-tenant / working-renter base with shorter leases.
  • Market conditions: 640 active listings in the ZIP; 34 comparable units currently listed for rent nearby; rentals at typical pace (median 26d on market — plan ~3-4 weeks tenant-placement turnaround); 44% of comp listings sitting > 30 days — soft ceiling on asking rent; high-income renter base; 19,194 units permitted in Collin County in 2024 (3,988 in 5+ unit buildings).

Forward outlook

  • Local home prices are declining (-3.0%/yr); year-one equity from $2k of loan paydown is wiped out by about $9k of value loss. Plan a longer hold.
  • Collin County population projected at +60% by 2050 — long-run rental-demand tailwind backs the buy-and-hold thesis.

Negotiation context

  • It's been on market 39 days — a 3% lower offer ($281k) is reasonable based on typical stale-listing flexibility.

Risks & watch-outs

  • Watch-outs: flood insurance adds $125/mo.
  • Climate carrying-cost: in FEMA flood zone A (mandatory federal flood insurance); major wind risk, 27% chance of damaging wind over 30y; major wildfire risk; extreme-heat days projected 7→23/yr by 2055 (HVAC capex compounding) — expect insurance premiums to compound above CPI over the hold.
Recommended offer $232,028 (20.0% 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 39 days. Have you received any prior offers? Is the seller open to a 20% concession, seller financing, or rate buy-down credit?
  3. What's the actual annual flood-insurance premium (NFIP or private), and is the property in a SFHA with mandatory coverage?
  4. What does the HOA fee cover, when was the last increase, and are there any pending special assessments or reserve-fund shortfalls?
  5. Is there a deadline driving the sale (1031 exchange, divorce, estate, relocation)? That informs how much negotiation room exists.
  6. 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?
  7. 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.
  8. 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.
  9. 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
0.80%
Cap rate
5.36%
Cash-on-cash
-3.33%
DSCR
0.85
GRM
10.4

CMA / ARV

ARV (median comp)
$347,760
List price
$289,990
Delta
-16.61%
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
128 Millwood Rd 0.20mi 3/2.0 1,657 (0%) 1mo $289,990 $175 90
1153 Del Rio Dr 0.27mi 3/2.0 1,628 (-2%) 1mo $307,990 $189 84
104 Millwood Rd 0.24mi 3/2.0 1,504 (-9%) 3mo $285,490 $190 71
816 Harrison Ln 0.60mi 3/2.0 1,669 (+1%) 3mo $300,000 $180 68
115 Wild Oak Gln 0.42mi 3/2.0 1,857 (+12%) 5mo $349,990 $188 56
165 Winterwood Dr 0.40mi 4/2.0 (+1) 1,866 (+13%) 2mo $389,900 $209 53
252 Rosewood Dr 0.57mi 3/2.0 1,838 (+11%) 3mo $314,900 $171 53
337 Forage Dr 0.63mi 3/2.0 1,839 (+11%) 5mo $335,000 $182 48
1035 Chestnut Dr 0.64mi 3/2.0 1,833 (+11%) 7mo $318,362 $174 46
466 Hayes St 0.69mi 3/2.0 1,873 (+13%) 1mo $280,000 $149 45
403 Sierra Rdg 0.72mi 4/2.0 (+1) 1,791 (+8%) 6mo $304,990 $170 43
553 Sierra Rdg 0.72mi 3/2.0 1,831 (+10%) 8mo $313,287 $171 43

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

5-year hold
IRR
-25.0%
Equity multiple
0.15×
Total profit
$-69,153
Equity at exit
$43,238
10-year hold
IRR
-20.8%
Equity multiple
-0.09×
Total profit
$-88,351
Equity at exit
$25,073

Cash invested: $81,197 (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
3-day notice; statewide preemption; one of the fastest eviction climates; Travis County (Austin) slightly slower.

ZIP-level market 75166

Home prices YoY
-9.9%
Active inventory
640
Price-to-rent
10.4×

Monthly cashflow live

Estimated rent
$2,320 high interval (Pro) →
Mortgage (P&I)
$1,521
Tax est. 1.5%
$362 /mo · $4,350/yr
Insurance
$121
Flood insurance flood zone
−$125 /mo · $1,502/yr
HOA
$54
Vacancy / Maint / Mgmt
$487
Net cashflow
$-350

Break-even live

Break-even rent $2,764
Max offer price $239,309
Occupancy floor

Sensitivity live

Price -10% $-150 -5% $-250 +0% $-350 +5% $-450 +10% $-551
Rent -10% $-534 -5% $-442 +0% $-350 +5% $-259 +10% $-167
Rate -1.0pp $-204 -0.5pp $-276 base $-350 +0.5pp $-425 +1.0pp $-502

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
$72,498
Closing costs
$8,700
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?

Personal DTI + credit; lowest rate.

DSCR

20% down · 8.5% · 30yr

Down + closing
Monthly P&I
Monthly cashflow
DSCR
Eligible?

No personal income docs; deal must DSCR.

Hard money

10% down · 12.0% · 12mo

Down + closing
Monthly P&I
Monthly cashflow
DSCR
Eligible?

Short-term bridge; refi at stabilization.

Rent comps 34 comps

AddressBedsBaths SqftRent$/sqft DOM Units Dist
902 Tulip TRL Lavon, TX 4.0 2.5 2087 $2,500 $1.20 44d 1 0.66mi
579 White Water Dr Lavon, TX 3.0 2.0 1838 $2,000 $1.09 25d 1 0.69mi
436 Grant Ln Lavon, TX 3.0 2.0 1755 $2,299 $1.31 5d 1 0.70mi
453 Harding Ln Lavon, TX 4.0 2.5 2155 $2,200 $1.02 44d 1 0.71mi
269 Sunshine Ln Lavon, TX 4.0 3.0 2072 $2,700 $1.30 44d 1 0.72mi
471 Harding Ln Lavon, TX 4.0 2.0 1645 $1,950 $1.19 44d 1 0.73mi
476 Eisenhower Ln Lavon, TX 3.0 2.0 1544 $1,875 $1.21 21d 1 0.78mi
590 Arthur Dr Lavon, TX 3.0 2.0 1556 $1,850 $1.19 44d 1 0.88mi
766 Camden Dr Lavon, TX 3.0 2.0 1802 $6,200 $3.44 3d 1 0.89mi
778 Camden Dr Lavon, TX 3.0 2.0 1636 $1,750 $1.07 13d 1 0.89mi
509 London Dr Lavon, TX 3.0 2.0 1769 $2,000 $1.13 44d 1 0.92mi
946 Olive Dr Lavon, TX 3.0 2.0 1628 $2,650 $1.63 8d 1 0.93mi
736 Richmond Dr Lavon, TX 4.0 2.0 1884 $2,400 $1.27 25d 1 0.94mi
760 Richmond Dr Lavon, TX 4.0 2.0 1779 $3,000 $1.69 44d 1 0.94mi
536 London Dr Lavon, TX 3.0 2.0 1589 $1,950 $1.23 16d 1 0.96mi
557 London Dr Unit 557LD Lavon, TX 3.0 2.0 1769 $2,000 $1.13 8d 1 0.99mi
772 Wellington Dr Lavon, TX 3.0 2.0 1459 $1,850 $1.27 44d 1 1.00mi
575 London Dr Lavon, TX 3.0 2.0 1589 $1,950 $1.23 16d 1 1.02mi
592 Crestridge Dr Lavon, TX 4.0 2.5 2095 $2,195 $1.05 44d 1 1.02mi
787 Wellington Dr Lavon, TX 3.0 2.0 1429 $1,900 $1.33 44d 1 1.03mi
739 Wellington Dr Lavon, TX 4.0 2.0 1884 $1,950 $1.04 44d 1 1.03mi
600 Crestridge Dr Lavon, TX 4.0 2.0 1827 $2,300 $1.26 44d 1 1.04mi
744 Devonshire Dr Lavon, TX 3.0 2.0 1589 $1,849 $1.16 7d 1 1.05mi
684 Crestridge Dr Lavon, TX 3.0 2.0 1634 $1,850 $1.13 44d 1 1.11mi
360 Elevon Pkwy Unit 2102 Lavon, TX 2.0 2.0 1205 $1,399 $1.16 0d 1 1.13mi
759 Crestridge Dr Lavon, TX 3.0 2.0 1827 $2,000 $1.09 13d 1 1.17mi
755 Revere Ln Lavon, TX 3.0 2.0 1829 $2,100 $1.15 25d 1 1.19mi
312 Silent Pond Park Unit 312 Lavon, TX 3.0 2.5 2016 $2,900 $1.44 44d 1 1.35mi
445 Elevon Pkwy Lavon, TX 1.0–3.0 1.0–2.0 1143 $2,029 $1.77 0d 25 1.41mi
865 River Ln Lavon, TX 4.0 2.5 2068 $2,400 $1.16 6d 1 1.42mi
858 River Ln Lavon, TX 3.0 2.0 1504 $2,200 $1.46 17d 1 1.42mi
872 Sunflower Rd Lavon, TX 3.0 2.0 1237 $2,000 $1.62 8d 1 1.44mi
445 Elevon Pkwy Unit 819 Nevada, TX 2.0 2.0 1205 $1,372 $1.14 44d 1 1.46mi
151 Villas Dr Lavon, TX 3.0 1.0–3.0 871 $2,345 $2.69 0d 104 1.47mi

HOA detail

Monthly dues
$54 · $648/yr

Listing history 1 events

  1. 2026-04-17
    listed $289,990 Active 693-char remark
    Show marketing remark (693 chars)

    MLS# 21243212 - Built by Trophy Signature Homes - May 2026 completion! ~ Just as the majestic pecan tree is long-lived, the Pecan II floor plan promises to stand the test time, providing happy memories for years to come. The three-bedroom design is artful with a large living area where you can relax after work or build the ultimate sandwich in the gourmet kitchen. The bread was freshly baked in the oven this morning. There is just enough time before bed to work on your Downward Dog in the yoga room you created in one of the bedrooms. Feeling stress-free, It's time to hop in the walk-in shower before curling up in the sitting area of your stunning primary suite with your favorite book!

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

Climate risk First Street

  • 🌊 Flood 9/10 Extreme FEMA zone A · 99% chance over 30 yrs
  • 🔥 Wildfire 6/10 Major
  • 🌡 Heat 7/10 Severe 7 d/yr ≥109°F today · 23 d/yr by 30 yrs out
  • 💨 Wind 6/10 Major 27% chance of damaging wind over 30 yrs
  • 🫁 Air quality 2/10 Low 2 unhealthy d/yr today · 2 by 30 yrs out

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Walkable amenities ~0.75 mi

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Taxation est. · year 1

Rental income
$27,843
− Mortgage interest
−$16,244
− Property taxes
−$4,350
− Insurance
−$2,952
− Repairs & maintenance
−$2,227
− Management
−$2,227
− HOA
−$648
− Depreciation
−$8,436
Taxable loss
−$9,242
combined federal + state — saved on this device
Est. tax savings @ 24.0%
+$2,218
After-tax cash flow
$-1,985/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 · 6 photos

Good 80/100 None rehab

This home is in excellent condition with no visible repairs needed. It is move-in ready and offers a great value for both resale and rental markets.

Value-add opportunities

  • Both Painting the exterior and interior walls — Fresh paint enhances curb appeal and interior aesthetics
  • Both Landscaping improvements — Enhances curb appeal and adds value
  • Both Adding smart home features — Improves convenience and adds value
  • Both Upgrading appliances — Enhances functionality and adds value

Renovation cost estimate screening

Value-add ROI direction

  • Both Painting the exterior and interior walls — Fresh paint enhances curb appeal and interior aesthetics
  • Both Landscaping improvements — Enhances curb appeal and adds value
  • Both Adding smart home features — Improves convenience and adds value
  • Both Upgrading appliances — Enhances functionality and adds value

ⓘ Cost ranges are severity-bucket heuristics (US national rule-of-thumb). Get contractor quotes + a written scope before underwriting a rehab budget.

Schools (NCES district)

District
Community ISD
NCES district ID
4814850
Math proficiency
30% ▼ -23.00%
Reading proficiency
38% ▼ -11.00%
Median HH income
$71,841
Composite
31.58/100
National rank
#5951
State rank
#479 of 826 in TX

Livability — Lavon

Score
66/100
State rank
#588
US rank
#11230

Category grades

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

Schools grade is shown separately in the Schools card above.

Census & demographics

County
Collin County · 1,159,394 people
City population
6,989
Metro
Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TX
Population (ZIP)
6,989
Household income
$132,101
Rent vs Own
9.1% rent · 90.9% own
Severe rent burden
41.0

Population outlook (Collin County) Hauer SSP2

Today (2025)
1,210,074 people
By 2030
1,358,201 · +12.2%
By 2040
1,654,061 · +36.7%
By 2050
1,937,359 · +60.1%
By 2075
2,567,039 · +112.1%
By 2100
2,952,048 · +144.0%

Race, ethnicity, and origin ACS 2023

Neighborhood character
Diverse neighborhood (Simpson 0.63)
Race & ethnicity
White 55% Hispanic / Latino 24% Two or more races 15% Black 7% Asian 4% Native American 2% Pacific Islander 1%
Hispanic origin (detail)
Mexican 15% Puerto Rican 3%
Common ancestry
Slovak 2% Serbian 2% Lithuanian 2%
Foreign-born
8% · Canada
Languages at home
84% English-only · Spanish 11% Other Indo-European 3% Arabic 1%

Political lean MEDSL · Collin

2024 margin
R (+11.1) · D 43.1% · R 54.3% · Other 2.6%
2008→2024 swing
+14.4pp toward D · 2008: -25.6pp · 2024: -11.1pp
All cycles
2024: R+11.1 2020: R+4.3 2016: R+17.0 2012: R+31.6 2008: R+25.6

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Civics

Market trends

HPI YoY
▼ -24.22%
Current HPI
221.0
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

Price history

1 event — show timeline
  • 2026-04-17 Listed $289,990 NTREIS

Cash-flow waterfall

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Sold comps — $/sqft

last 12 mo · ≤1 mi

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