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3687 Gray Birch Dr
D- Composite 39.06
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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).

  • Cash flow +11.1/30.0
  • ARV discount +10.3/15.0
  • 1% rule +3.5/10.0
  • Livability +3.3/5.0
  • DSCR +3.2/10.0
  • Rent growth +3.0/5.0
  • Condition / age +2.5/5.0
  • Schools +2.1/10.0
  • Appreciation +0.0/10.0

$265,000

3687 Gray Birch Dr · Panthersville, GA 30034
4 bd · 2.5 ba · 2,387 sqft · SingleFamily public records · 42 Days on market
Built 2004 6,098 sqft lot $111/sqft · 33% below area Est $282k · 6% under

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

Listing remarks MLS

Charming and move-in ready home in the highly desirable Woods of Oakdale community! This property offers fantastic curb appeal with a welcoming covered front porch and classic brick veneer exterior. Inside, you'll find numerous upgrades, including luxury vinyl flooring in high-traffic areas, maple kitchen cabinetry, solid-surface countertops, and soaring high ceilings that create a bright, open feel. The inviting family room features a cozy fireplace, perfect for relaxing or entertaining. The spacious primary suite is conveniently located downstairs and includes a walk-in closet, plus a well-appointed bath with a separate soaking tub and shower. An additional downstairs bedroom with its own walk-in closet adds flexibility for guests or multi-generational living. Upstairs, enjoy a large loft ideal for a second living area, office, or playroom, along with two oversized bedrooms. The laundry room is also conveniently located upstairs for added ease. Whether you're an investor or looking for your next home, this turnkey property offers comfort, space, and versatility in a sought-after neighborhood.

Key facts

  • Covered front porch
  • Cozy fireplace
  • 6,098 sq ft lot

Tags

COVERED FRONT PORCHBRICK VENEER EXTERIORLUXURY VINYL FLOORINGMAPLE KITCHEN CABINETRYSOLID-SURFACE COUNTERTOPSCOZY FIREPLACE

Property features AI

Exterior

  • Parking: Attached garage (2 spaces total)
  • Utilities: Public water; Public sewer; 220-volt electric; Natural gas available; Electricity available; Water available; Sewer available
  • Home design: Two levels; Resale property
  • Construction: Built with brick veneer, wood siding and vinyl siding; Composition shingle roof; Slab foundation
  • Exterior features: Patio; Rain gutters; Other exterior features

Interior

  • Kitchen: Pantry; Solid surface counters; Dishwasher; Microwave; Refrigerator; Gas range
  • Bedrooms: Master on main; Two main-level bedrooms; Two upper-level bedrooms
  • Flooring: Carpet; Luxury vinyl; Vinyl
  • Bathrooms: Three full bathrooms; Two main-level bathrooms; One upper-level full bathroom; Master bath with separate tub and shower
  • Heating & cooling: Central heating; Central air conditioning
  • Interior features: One fireplace in the family room; Walk-in closet(s); Window treatments; No common walls; Den and loft
  • Laundry & utility: Upper-level laundry in a laundry closet

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 4-bed/2.5-bath single-family listed at $265k.

Deal economics

  • At list price, monthly cash flow is $-105 ($-1k/yr) — negative.
  • To cash-flow at today's rent, offer at most $246k (7.0% below list).
  • To meet the 1% rule (rent ≥ 1% of price), the offer needs to be $225k (15.1% below list).
  • Recommended offer: $225k (15.1% below list) — sets the bar for 1% rule.

Location & tenants

  • Location reads 66/100 on livability (#180 in GA) — a middle-class / working-renter tenant base. Strengths: cost of living A+, housing A+; Watch: crime C-, employment D, amenities F.
  • Dekalb County (suburban): math 19% / reading 28% proficiency, ranked #125 of 174 in GA (top 72%) — low school quality limits family demand, transient renter base, plan for 1-2y turnover; 68% free/reduced lunch — lower-income household profile, screen leases tightly.
  • Zoned schools: Cedar Grove Middle School (math 2% / reading 17%, grade F, #433 of 470 statewide, top 93%, 777 students, 100% FRL); Cedar Grove High School (math 8% / reading 17%, grade F, #336 of 424 statewide, top 80%, 1,123 students, 100% FRL) — zoned schools average 100% FRL vs 68% district-wide (32 pts higher); higher-poverty schools than district average — tighter screening recommended.
  • Zoned-school proficiency averages 11% at this address vs 24% district-wide (-12 pts) — the specific schools serving this property underperform the Dekalb County average; the district grade overstates school quality for this exact location.
  • Market conditions: Rents rising (+2.2%/yr); 355 active listings in the ZIP; 25 comparable units currently listed for rent nearby; rentals at typical pace (median 17d on market — plan ~3-4 weeks tenant-placement turnaround); 1,240 units permitted in DeKalb County in 2024 (385 in 5+ unit buildings).
  • This rent runs 43% of the median local income ($64k/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 $2k of loan paydown is wiped out by about $8k of value loss. Plan a longer hold.
  • DeKalb County population projected at +28% by 2050 — long-run rental-demand tailwind backs the buy-and-hold thesis.

Negotiation context

  • It's been on market 42 days — a 3% lower offer ($257k) is reasonable based on typical stale-listing flexibility.
  • 4 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 $153k; list at $265k implies a 73% gain — meaningful room to come down on a strong offer.

Risks & watch-outs

  • Climate carrying-cost: major wind risk, 27% chance of damaging wind over 30y; extreme-heat days projected 7→18/yr by 2055 (HVAC capex compounding) — expect insurance premiums to compound above CPI over the hold.
Recommended offer $225,019 (15.1% 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 42 days. Have you received any prior offers? Is the seller open to a 15% concession, seller financing, or rate buy-down credit?
  3. Is there a deadline driving the sale (1031 exchange, divorce, estate, relocation)? That informs how much negotiation room exists.
  4. Schools are D-rated, which usually means shorter tenancies and higher turnover. Who's the typical renter profile here, and what's been the actual vacancy rate?
  5. 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?
  6. 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.
  7. 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.
  8. 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
0.85%
Cap rate
5.82%
Cash-on-cash
-1.70%
DSCR
0.92
GRM
9.8

CMA / ARV

ARV (median comp)
$282,252
List price
$265,000
Delta
-6.11%
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
3546 Broad Oak Ct 0.33mi 4/2.5 2,332 (-2%) 1mo $230,300 $99 80
2907 Oakvale Falls Dr 0.43mi 4/2.5 2,464 (+3%) 8mo $275,000 $112 68
2867 Oakvale Falls Dr 0.46mi 3/2.5 (-1) 2,320 (-3%) 3mo $285,100 $123 66
3870 River Ridge Ct 0.52mi 4/2.5 2,296 (-4%) 6mo $325,000 $142 64
4068 Riverside Pkwy 0.43mi 4/2.5 2,242 (-6%) 7mo $252,000 $112 64
3098 Leyland Ct 0.44mi 4/2.5 2,242 (-6%) 8mo $283,935 $127 63
3255 River Run Trl 0.48mi 3/2.0 (-1) 2,264 (-5%) 1mo $224,900 $99 61
3292 Basking Shade Ln 0.56mi 3/2.5 (-1) 2,301 (-4%) 3mo $288,000 $125 60
3832 River Ridge Ct 0.48mi 5/3.0 (+1) 2,138 (-10%) 4mo $243,000 $114 50
3759 Waldrop Rd 0.43mi 3/2.0 (-1) 2,734 (+14%) 1mo $323,000 $118 48
2900 River Ridge Hl 0.57mi 4/2.5 2,047 (-14%) 6mo $227,500 $111 45
3679 Seabass Rd 0.58mi 5/2.5 (+1) 2,088 (-12%) 7mo $335,000 $160 41

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 · 2.18% rent growth · sell at horizon

5-year hold
IRR
-20.0%
Equity multiple
0.31×
Total profit
$-51,408
Equity at exit
$39,512
10-year hold
IRR
-14.8%
Equity multiple
0.18×
Total profit
$-60,547
Equity at exit
$22,912

Cash invested: $74,200 (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.

ZIP-level market 30034

Home prices YoY
-27.4%
Rents YoY
2.2%
Active inventory
355
Price-to-rent
9.8×

Monthly cashflow live

Estimated rent
$2,250 high interval (Pro) →
Mortgage (P&I)
$1,390
Tax from tax record
$383 /mo · $4,591/yr
Insurance
$110
HOA
$0
Vacancy / Maint / Mgmt
$473
Net cashflow
$-105

Break-even live

Break-even rent $2,383
Max offer price $246,442
Occupancy floor 100%

Sensitivity live

Price -10% $45 -5% $-30 +0% $-105 +5% $-180 +10% $-255
Rent -10% $-283 -5% $-194 +0% $-105 +5% $-16 +10% $73
Rate -1.0pp $28 -0.5pp $-38 base $-105 +0.5pp $-174 +1.0pp $-244

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
$66,250
Closing costs
$7,950
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 25 comps

AddressBedsBaths SqftRent$/sqft DOM Units Dist
3644 Gray Birch Dr Decatur, GA 3.0 2.0 1860 $2,000 $1.08 21d 1 0.07mi
3075 Dogwood Ave Decatur, GA 4.0 2.5 1902 $2,270 $1.19 6d 1 0.10mi
3075 Oakvale Hts Decatur, GA 3.0 2.5 1810 $2,095 $1.16 0d 1 0.29mi
2943 Duncan Pl Decatur, GA 4.0 2.5 2168 $2,800 $1.29 44d 1 0.32mi
3791 Landgraf Cv Decatur, GA 3.0 2.5 2372 $2,270 $0.96 4d 1 0.36mi
3848 Laurenhill Ln Decatur, GA 3.0 2.5 1834 $1,900 $1.04 6d 1 0.43mi
3848 Laurenhill Ln Decatur, GA 3.0 2.5 1834 $1,900 $1.04 0d 1 0.43mi
3575 Oakvale Rd Decatur, GA 3.0–4.0 2.0 1374 $2,150 $1.56 16d 4 0.50mi
4023 Riverside Pkwy Decatur, GA 4.0 3.0 1870 $2,090 $1.12 44d 1 0.52mi
3328 River Run Trl Decatur, GA 3.0 2.0 1665 $1,981 $1.19 3d 1 0.55mi
3716 Cress Way Dr Decatur, GA 4.0 2.5 1669 $2,160 $1.29 0d 1 0.61mi
3581 Oakvale Falls Ct Decatur, GA 3.0 2.5 1998 $2,080 $1.04 44d 1 0.65mi
3733 Waldrop Hills Dr Decatur, GA 3.0 2.5 1646 $2,023 $1.23 44d 1 0.80mi
3319 Waldrop Trl Decatur, GA 3.0 2.5 1600 $1,600 $1.00 19d 1 0.82mi
3554 Waldrop Rd Decatur, GA 3.0 2.5 1646 $2,135 $1.30 4d 1 0.86mi
3725 Patti Pkwy Decatur, GA 4.0 2.0 1914 $2,220 $1.16 44d 1 0.96mi
3370 Flagstone Trce Ellenwood, GA 4.0 3.5 2451 $2,750 $1.12 44d 1 1.16mi
2627 Tolliver Dr Unit A11 Ellenwood, GA 4.0 3.0 2650 $1,644 $0.62 44d 1 1.19mi
3784 River Lake Shr Ellenwood, GA 3.0 2.0 1775 $1,900 $1.07 21d 1 1.20mi
4060 Waldrop Hills Dr Decatur, GA 3.0 2.5 1696 $1,920 $1.13 16d 1 1.23mi
2526 Riverwood Spg Ellenwood, GA 4.0 3.0 2354 $2,460 $1.05 25d 1 1.30mi
3518 Moonlight Ct Decatur, GA 4.0 3.0 2022 $2,400 $1.19 13d 1 1.40mi
3688 Seton Hall Dr Decatur, GA 4.0 2.5 2308 $2,300 $1.00 6d 1 1.44mi
2805 Vining Ridge Ter Decatur, GA 3.0 2.5 1664 $1,600 $0.96 44d 1 1.45mi
2419 Broad River Pl Ellenwood, GA 4.0 3.0 2056 $2,431 $1.18 0d 1 1.49mi

Listing history 22 events

  1. 2026-06-13
    statusdays on market $265,000 Pending 42 DOM
  2. 2026-06-09
    days on market $265,000 Active Under Contract 41 DOM
  3. 2026-06-08
    days on market $265,000 Active Under Contract 40 DOM
  4. 2026-06-07
    days on market $265,000 Active Under Contract 39 DOM
  5. 2026-06-04
    days on market $265,000 Active Under Contract 36 DOM
  6. 2026-06-03
    days on market $265,000 Active Under Contract 35 DOM
  7. 2026-06-02
    days on market $265,000 Active Under Contract 34 DOM
  8. 2026-06-01
    days on market $265,000 Active Under Contract 33 DOM
  9. 2026-05-31
    days on market $265,000 Active Under Contract 32 DOM
  10. 2026-05-06
    historical Active Under Contract 1114-char remark
    Show marketing remark (1114 chars)

    Charming and move-in ready home in the highly desirable Woods of Oakdale community! This property offers fantastic curb appeal with a welcoming covered front porch and classic brick veneer exterior. Inside, you'll find numerous upgrades, including luxury vinyl flooring in high-traffic areas, maple kitchen cabinetry, solid-surface countertops, and soaring high ceilings that create a bright, open feel. The inviting family room features a cozy fireplace, perfect for relaxing or entertaining. The spacious primary suite is conveniently located downstairs and includes a walk-in closet, plus a well-appointed bath with a separate soaking tub and shower. An additional downstairs bedroom with its own walk-in closet adds flexibility for guests or multi-generational living. Upstairs, enjoy a large loft ideal for a second living area, office, or playroom, along with two oversized bedrooms. The laundry room is also conveniently located upstairs for added ease. Whether you're an investor or looking for your next home, this turnkey property offers comfort, space, and versatility in a sought-after neighborhood.

  11. 2026-05-06
    historical Active Under Contract 1126-char remark
    Show marketing remark (1114 chars)

    Charming and move-in ready home in the highly desirable Woods of Oakdale community! This property offers fantastic curb appeal with a welcoming covered front porch and classic brick veneer exterior. Inside, you'll find numerous upgrades, including luxury vinyl flooring in high-traffic areas, maple kitchen cabinetry, solid-surface countertops, and soaring high ceilings that create a bright, open feel. The inviting family room features a cozy fireplace, perfect for relaxing or entertaining. The spacious primary suite is conveniently located downstairs and includes a walk-in closet, plus a well-appointed bath with a separate soaking tub and shower. An additional downstairs bedroom with its own walk-in closet adds flexibility for guests or multi-generational living. Upstairs, enjoy a large loft ideal for a second living area, office, or playroom, along with two oversized bedrooms. The laundry room is also conveniently located upstairs for added ease. Whether you're an investor or looking for your next home, this turnkey property offers comfort, space, and versatility in a sought-after neighborhood.

  12. 2026-04-28
    listed $265,000 New 1114-char remark
    Show marketing remark (1114 chars)

    Charming and move-in ready home in the highly desirable Woods of Oakdale community! This property offers fantastic curb appeal with a welcoming covered front porch and classic brick veneer exterior. Inside, you'll find numerous upgrades, including luxury vinyl flooring in high-traffic areas, maple kitchen cabinetry, solid-surface countertops, and soaring high ceilings that create a bright, open feel. The inviting family room features a cozy fireplace, perfect for relaxing or entertaining. The spacious primary suite is conveniently located downstairs and includes a walk-in closet, plus a well-appointed bath with a separate soaking tub and shower. An additional downstairs bedroom with its own walk-in closet adds flexibility for guests or multi-generational living. Upstairs, enjoy a large loft ideal for a second living area, office, or playroom, along with two oversized bedrooms. The laundry room is also conveniently located upstairs for added ease. Whether you're an investor or looking for your next home, this turnkey property offers comfort, space, and versatility in a sought-after neighborhood.

  13. 2026-04-28
    listed $265,000 Active 1126-char remark
    Show marketing remark (1114 chars)

    Charming and move-in ready home in the highly desirable Woods of Oakdale community! This property offers fantastic curb appeal with a welcoming covered front porch and classic brick veneer exterior. Inside, you'll find numerous upgrades, including luxury vinyl flooring in high-traffic areas, maple kitchen cabinetry, solid-surface countertops, and soaring high ceilings that create a bright, open feel. The inviting family room features a cozy fireplace, perfect for relaxing or entertaining. The spacious primary suite is conveniently located downstairs and includes a walk-in closet, plus a well-appointed bath with a separate soaking tub and shower. An additional downstairs bedroom with its own walk-in closet adds flexibility for guests or multi-generational living. Upstairs, enjoy a large loft ideal for a second living area, office, or playroom, along with two oversized bedrooms. The laundry room is also conveniently located upstairs for added ease. Whether you're an investor or looking for your next home, this turnkey property offers comfort, space, and versatility in a sought-after neighborhood.

  14. 2020-01-15
    soldstatus $153,000 Closed
    Show marketing remark (472 chars)

    An awesome 4 bedroom home nestled away in established River Road subdivision. Traditional, brick front, 1.5 story dwelling with the Master on the main. Additional bedroom and full bath also on the main. Two bedrooms, full bathroom upstairs. Open floor plan, family room with fireplace. Vaulted ceilings. Seller is original owner, purchased directly from builder. Great floor plan. Excellent value below market. Needs just a few touches to be perfect and in mint condition.

  15. 2020-01-15
    soldstatus $153,000 Sold
    Show marketing remark (472 chars)

    An awesome 4 bedroom home nestled away in established River Road subdivision. Traditional, brick front, 1.5 story dwelling with the Master on the main. Additional bedroom and full bath also on the main. Two bedrooms, full bathroom upstairs. Open floor plan, family room with fireplace. Vaulted ceilings. Seller is original owner, purchased directly from builder. Great floor plan. Excellent value below market. Needs just a few touches to be perfect and in mint condition.

  16. 2020-01-15
    soldstatus $153,000
    Show marketing remark (472 chars)

    An awesome 4 bedroom home nestled away in established River Road subdivision. Traditional, brick front, 1.5 story dwelling with the Master on the main. Additional bedroom and full bath also on the main. Two bedrooms, full bathroom upstairs. Open floor plan, family room with fireplace. Vaulted ceilings. Seller is original owner, purchased directly from builder. Great floor plan. Excellent value below market. Needs just a few touches to be perfect and in mint condition.

  17. 2019-12-18
    status Pending
    Show marketing remark (472 chars)

    An awesome 4 bedroom home nestled away in established River Road subdivision. Traditional, brick front, 1.5 story dwelling with the Master on the main. Additional bedroom and full bath also on the main. Two bedrooms, full bathroom upstairs. Open floor plan, family room with fireplace. Vaulted ceilings. Seller is original owner, purchased directly from builder. Great floor plan. Excellent value below market. Needs just a few touches to be perfect and in mint condition.

  18. 2019-12-18
    status Under Contract
    Show marketing remark (472 chars)

    An awesome 4 bedroom home nestled away in established River Road subdivision. Traditional, brick front, 1.5 story dwelling with the Master on the main. Additional bedroom and full bath also on the main. Two bedrooms, full bathroom upstairs. Open floor plan, family room with fireplace. Vaulted ceilings. Seller is original owner, purchased directly from builder. Great floor plan. Excellent value below market. Needs just a few touches to be perfect and in mint condition.

  19. 2019-12-12
    listed $162,900 Active
    Show marketing remark (472 chars)

    An awesome 4 bedroom home nestled away in established River Road subdivision. Traditional, brick front, 1.5 story dwelling with the Master on the main. Additional bedroom and full bath also on the main. Two bedrooms, full bathroom upstairs. Open floor plan, family room with fireplace. Vaulted ceilings. Seller is original owner, purchased directly from builder. Great floor plan. Excellent value below market. Needs just a few touches to be perfect and in mint condition.

  20. 2019-12-12
    listed $162,900 New
    Show marketing remark (472 chars)

    An awesome 4 bedroom home nestled away in established River Road subdivision. Traditional, brick front, 1.5 story dwelling with the Master on the main. Additional bedroom and full bath also on the main. Two bedrooms, full bathroom upstairs. Open floor plan, family room with fireplace. Vaulted ceilings. Seller is original owner, purchased directly from builder. Great floor plan. Excellent value below market. Needs just a few touches to be perfect and in mint condition.

  21. 2004-07-07
    soldstatus $158,600
  22. 2004-01-08
    soldstatus $1,417,500

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

Tax reassessment forecast GA · Resets to sale price

Current annual tax
$4,591 · $383/mo
Projected year-2 tax
$4,591 · $383/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 6/10 Major 7 d/yr ≥105°F today · 18 d/yr by 30 yrs out
  • 💨 Wind 6/10 Major 27% chance of damaging wind over 30 yrs
  • 🫁 Air quality 5/10 Major 6 unhealthy d/yr today · 8 by 30 yrs out

Nearby sold comps map

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Walkable amenities ~0.75 mi

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Taxation est. · year 1

Rental income
$27,002
− Mortgage interest
−$14,844
− Property taxes
−$4,591
− Insurance
−$1,325
− Repairs & maintenance
−$2,160
− Management
−$2,160
− Depreciation
−$7,709
Taxable loss
−$5,787
combined federal + state — saved on this device
Est. tax savings @ 24.0%
+$1,389
After-tax cash flow
$128/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
Dekalb County
NCES district ID
1301740
Math proficiency
19% ▼ -12.00%
Reading proficiency
28% ▼ -7.00%
Median HH income
$51,448
Composite
20.92/100
National rank
#8482
State rank
#125 of 174 in GA

Livability — Panthersville

Score
66/100
State rank
#180
US rank
#11244

Category grades

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

Schools grade is shown separately in the Schools card above.

Census & demographics

County
Dekalb County · 782,738 people
Metro
Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Alpharetta, GA
Population (ZIP)
41,847
Household income
$63,517
Rent vs Own
31.7% rent · 68.3% own
Severe rent burden
1659.0

Population outlook (DeKalb County) Hauer SSP2

Today (2025)
839,977 people
By 2030
891,768 · +6.2%
By 2040
988,894 · +17.7%
By 2050
1,074,583 · +27.9%
By 2075
1,245,026 · +48.2%
By 2100
1,303,135 · +55.1%

Race, ethnicity, and origin ACS 2023

Neighborhood character
Predominantly Black (90%)
Race & ethnicity
Black 90% White 4% Two or more races 3% Hispanic / Latino 2%
Common ancestry
Hispanic 1% Lithuanian 1%
Foreign-born
8% · Canada
Languages at home
93% English-only · Spanish 2% French/Haitian/Cajun 1%

Political lean MEDSL · DeKalb

2024 margin
Solid D (+64.8) · D 81.9% · R 17.1% · Other 1.0%
2008→2024 swing
+6.1pp toward D · 2008: 58.6pp · 2024: 64.8pp
All cycles
2024: D+64.8 2020: D+67.4 2016: D+64.8 2012: D+56.8 2008: D+58.6

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Civics

Market trends

HPI YoY
▼ -78.92%
Current HPI
209.5638
Rent YoY
▲ 2.18%
Metro
Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Alpharetta, GA
State GDP YoY
▲ 2.66%
F500 in state
28

Industry mix (Fortune 500 HQ in GA)

Industry F500 HQs Revenue

Price history

-81.3% since first listed
15 events — show timeline
  • 2026-06-10 Pending FMLS
  • 2026-06-10 Pending GAMLS
  • 2026-05-06 Contingent GAMLS
  • 2026-05-06 Contingent FMLS
  • 2026-04-28 Listed $265,000 GAMLS
  • 2026-04-28 Listed $265,000 FMLS
  • 2020-01-15 Sold (Public Records) $153,000 Public Records
  • 2020-01-15 Sold (MLS) $153,000 GAMLS
  • 2020-01-15 Sold (MLS) $153,000 FMLS
  • 2019-12-18 Pending FMLS
  • 2019-12-18 Pending GAMLS
  • 2019-12-12 Listed $162,900 GAMLS
  • 2019-12-12 Listed $162,900 FMLS
  • 2004-07-07 Sold (Public Records) $158,600 Public Records
  • 2004-01-08 Sold (Public Records) $1,417,500 Public Records

Property tax history

+2.3%/yr

Latest (2025): $4,591 · -8.7% YoY. Source: county tax records.

Cash-flow waterfall

monthly

Sold comps — $/sqft

last 12 mo · ≤1 mi

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