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(GA)The Ava | Front Entry Plan 🏗️ New Construction
F Composite 26.04
Why this score? — see what drove the F 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).

  • ARV discount +7.5/15.0
  • Cash flow +5.9/30.0
  • Livability +3.6/5.0
  • Schools +2.9/10.0
  • Rent growth +2.5/5.0
  • Condition / age +2.2/5.0
  • 1% rule +1.3/10.0
  • DSCR +0.2/10.0
  • Appreciation +0.0/10.0

$323,900

(GA)The Ava | Front Entry Plan · Eatonton, GA 31024
3 bd · 2.0 ba · 2,059 sqft · SingleFamily · 408 Days on market
Fair condition

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

Listing remarks MLS

This plan's open concept makes it the perfect choice for your new home. The split bedroom layout creates privacy in the Owner's suite which features double vanities, separate tub and shower, plus a generous walk-in closet. The kitchen with a large serving bar, and breakfast are open to the family room which has an option for a fireplace. A large laundry and walk-in pantry are convenient to the kitchen and the garage entry. 2 additional bedrooms and a full bath are located on the main level.

Key facts

  • Open concept
  • Split bedroom layout
  • Large serving bar

Tags

OPEN CONCEPTSPLIT BEDROOM LAYOUTOWNER'S SUITELARGE SERVING BARWALK-IN PANTRY

Neighborhood map

Property Rental comp Retail Costco Walmart Transit Schools Stadiums Fortune 500 · Circle radius: 6.0 mi
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🏗️ New construction. The $323,900 list price is a builder figure, so every metric below is computed on the value from comparable previous sales — $495,528.

What this means for you Summary

Snapshot

  • This is a 3-bed/2.0-bath single-family listed at $324k. Condition is rated fair.

Deal economics

  • At list price, monthly cash flow is $-977 ($-12k/yr) — negative.
  • The deal already cash-flows at list — no discount required.
  • To meet the 1% rule (rent ≥ 1% of price), the offer needs to be $310k (4.4% below list).
  • Recommended offer: $285k (12.0% below list) — sets the bar for market timing.
  • Cap rate 3.9% vs local median 2.8% in Eatonton — 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 71/100 on livability (#76 in GA) — a middle-class / working-renter tenant base. Strengths: cost of living A+, housing A+, crime A; Watch: amenities F, commute F, employment F.
  • Putnam County (rural): math 33% / reading 30% proficiency, ranked #86 of 174 in GA (top 49%) — families likely to look elsewhere, expect single-tenant / working-renter base with shorter leases; 69% free/reduced lunch — lower-income household profile, screen leases tightly.
  • Zoned schools: Putnam County Primary School (756 students, 81% FRL); Putnam County Middle School (math 31% / reading 33%, grade F, #229 of 470 statewide, top 49%, 681 students, 81% FRL); Putnam County High School (math 8% / reading 32%, grade F, #238 of 424 statewide, top 57%, 919 students, 81% FRL).
  • Market conditions: 626 active listings in the ZIP; 2 comparable units currently listed for rent nearby; 129 units permitted in Putnam County in 2024 (50 in 5+ unit buildings).
  • At $3,098/mo this rent would consume 56% of the median local household income ($66k/yr) — very limited rent-growth headroom before tenants either downsize or default.

Forward outlook

  • Local home prices are declining (-3.0%/yr); year-one equity from $3k of loan paydown is wiped out by about $15k of value loss. Plan a longer hold.
  • Putnam County population projected at -18% by 2050 — secular population decline; favor cash flow + early exit over multi-decade hold.

Negotiation context

  • It's been on market 408 days — a 12% lower offer ($285k) is reasonable based on typical stale-listing flexibility.
Recommended offer $285,032 (12.0% 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 408 days. Have you received any prior offers? Is the seller open to a 12% concession, seller financing, or rate buy-down credit?
  3. Have any recent inspections been done? Can we get a copy of the seller's disclosures and any deferred-maintenance estimates?
  4. Why hasn't it sold? Are there any deal-killer items the seller is aware of (foundation, flood, title, zoning, code violations)?
  5. Is there a deadline driving the sale (1031 exchange, divorce, estate, relocation)? That informs how much negotiation room exists.
  6. 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?
  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 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
0.63%
Cap rate
3.93%
Cash-on-cash
-8.45%
DSCR
0.62
GRM
13.3

CMA / ARV

ARV (median comp)
$495,528
List price
$323,900
Delta
-34.64%
Verdict
UNDERPRICED
Comps
20 within 1.0 mi
Show comp detail 8 sales within ~0.75 mi
Address Dist Beds/Ba Sqft Sold Price $/sf Match
121 Hoot Owl Ln 0.91mi 3/2.5 2,320 (+13%) 1mo $499,000 $215 41
118 Lake Dr 0.42mi 4/3.5 (+1) 2,437 (+18%) 7mo $1,005,000 $412 38
153 Hoot Owl Ln 0.84mi 4/2.5 (+1) 2,375 (+15%) 2mo $500,000 $211 32
141 Ellman Dr 0.87mi 3/3.0 2,216 (+8%) 21mo $340,000 $153 31
133 Thunder Rd 0.93mi 3/2.0 1,781 (-14%) 15mo $439,000 $246 30
117 Thunder Rd 0.82mi 4/3.0 (+1) 1,764 (-14%) 4mo $375,000 $213 29
147 Lakeview Dr 0.97mi 3/2.0 1,752 (-15%) 16mo $835,000 $477 26
117 Hoot Owl Ln 0.98mi 3/3.0 2,420 (+18%) 18mo $469,000 $194 21

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
-31.2%
Equity multiple
-0.03×
Total profit
$-142,480
Equity at exit
$73,885
10-year hold
IRR
-34.5%
Equity multiple
-0.47×
Total profit
$-204,010
Equity at exit
$42,844

Cash invested: $138,748 (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.
Buyer's market Market conditions within 1.0 mi — comparable homes for sale

Active competition Active MLS

For sale now
9 active · 3 under contract
Months of supply
18.0 mo (6%/mo absorbed)
Median asking
$347,000 ($156/sqft)
Median days on market
78 d
This list price
lowest-priced of the active set
ARV vs active asking
+54.0% above current asking $/sqft

Closed sales set the value; these active listings set current market conditions and a practical price ceiling.

ZIP-level market 31024

Active inventory
626
Price-to-rent
8.7×

Monthly cashflow live

Estimated rent
$3,098 medium interval (Pro) →
Mortgage (P&I)
$2,599
Tax est. 1.5%
$619 /mo · $7,433/yr
Insurance
$206
HOA
$0
Vacancy / Maint / Mgmt
$651
Net cashflow
$-977

Break-even live

Break-even rent $4,335
Max offer price $354,145
Occupancy floor

Sensitivity live

Price -10% $-635 -5% $-806 +0% $-977 +5% $-1,148 +10% $-1,320
Rent -10% $-1,222 -5% $-1,099 +0% $-977 +5% $-855 +10% $-732
Rate -1.0pp $-728 -0.5pp $-851 base $-977 +0.5pp $-1,105 +1.0pp $-1,236

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
$123,882
Closing costs
$14,866
Reserves months
Total cash needed

Loan-product check · same deal, 3 products live

Conventional

25% down · 7.5% · 30yr

Cash invested
Monthly P&I
Monthly cashflow
DSCR
Eligible?

Personal DTI + credit; lowest rate.

DSCR

20% down · 8.5% · 30yr

Cash invested
Monthly P&I
Monthly cashflow
DSCR
Eligible?

No personal income docs; deal must DSCR.

Hard money

10% down · 12.0% · 12mo

Cash invested
Monthly P&I
Monthly cashflow
DSCR
Eligible?

Short-term bridge; refi at stabilization.

Rent comps 2 comps

AddressBedsBaths SqftRent$/sqft DOM Units Dist
501 Port Laz Ln Unit 1 Eatonton, GA 3.0 3.5 2024 $2,900 $1.43 70d 1 0.64mi
501 Port Laz Ln Eatonton, GA 3.0 4.0 2024 $2,900 $1.43 70d 1 0.64mi

Listing history 50 events

  1. 2026-08-08
    days on market $323,900 Active 408 DOM
  2. 2026-08-07
    days on market $323,900 Active 407 DOM
  3. 2026-08-06
    days on market $323,900 Active 406 DOM
  4. 2026-08-05
    days on market $323,900 Active 405 DOM
  5. 2026-08-04
    days on market $323,900 Active 404 DOM
  6. 2026-08-03
    days on market $323,900 Active 403 DOM
  7. 2026-07-31
    days on market $323,900 Active 400 DOM
  8. 2026-07-30
    days on market $323,900 Active 399 DOM
  9. 2026-07-29
    days on market $323,900 Active 398 DOM
  10. 2026-07-27
    days on market $323,900 Active 396 DOM
  11. 2026-07-25
    days on market $323,900 Active 394 DOM
  12. 2026-07-24
    days on market $323,900 Active 393 DOM
  13. 2026-07-23
    days on market $323,900 Active 392 DOM
  14. 2026-07-22
    days on market $323,900 Active 391 DOM
  15. 2026-07-21
    days on market $323,900 Active 390 DOM
  16. 2026-07-18
    days on market $323,900 Active 387 DOM
  17. 2026-07-16
    days on market $323,900 Active 385 DOM
  18. 2026-07-16
    days on market $323,900 Active 384 DOM
  19. 2026-07-14
    days on market $323,900 Active 383 DOM
  20. 2026-07-13
    days on market $323,900 Active 382 DOM
  21. 2026-07-12
    days on market $323,900 Active 381 DOM
  22. 2026-07-11
    days on market $323,900 Active 380 DOM
  23. 2026-07-10
    days on market $323,900 Active 379 DOM
  24. 2026-07-09
    days on market $323,900 Active 378 DOM
  25. 2026-07-08
    days on market $323,900 Active 377 DOM
  26. 2026-07-07
    days on market $323,900 Active 376 DOM
  27. 2026-07-06
    days on market $323,900 Active 375 DOM
  28. 2026-07-05
    days on market $323,900 Active 374 DOM
  29. 2026-07-04
    days on market $323,900 Active 373 DOM
  30. 2026-07-03
    days on market $323,900 Active 372 DOM
  31. 2026-07-02
    days on market $323,900 Active 371 DOM
  32. 2026-07-01
    days on market $323,900 Active 370 DOM
  33. 2026-06-30
    days on market $323,900 Active 369 DOM
  34. 2026-06-29
    days on market $323,900 Active 368 DOM
  35. 2026-06-28
    days on market $323,900 Active 367 DOM
  36. 2026-06-27
    days on market $323,900 Active 366 DOM
  37. 2026-06-26
    days on market $323,900 Active 364 DOM
  38. 2026-06-22
    days on market $323,900 Active 361 DOM
  39. 2026-06-21
    days on market $323,900 Active 360 DOM
  40. 2026-06-19
    days on market $323,900 Active 358 DOM
  41. 2026-06-18
    days on market $323,900 Active 357 DOM
  42. 2026-06-17
    days on market $323,900 Active 356 DOM
  43. 2026-06-16
    days on market $323,900 Active 355 DOM
  44. 2026-06-15
    days on market $323,900 Active 354 DOM
  45. 2026-06-14
    days on market $323,900 Active 352 DOM
  46. 2026-06-12
    days on market $323,900 Active 351 DOM
  47. 2026-06-09
    days on market $323,900 Active 348 DOM
  48. 2026-06-08
    days on market $323,900 Active 347 DOM
  49. 2026-06-07
    days on market $323,900 Active 346 DOM
  50. 2026-06-05
    pricedays on market $323,900 Active 343 DOM

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

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Walkable amenities ~0.75 mi

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Taxation est. · year 1

Rental income
$37,176
− Mortgage interest
−$27,757
− Property taxes
−$7,433
− Insurance
−$2,478
− Repairs & maintenance
−$2,974
− Management
−$2,974
− Depreciation
−$14,415
Taxable loss
−$20,855
combined federal + state — saved on this device
Est. tax savings @ 24.0%
+$5,005
After-tax cash flow
$-6,719/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 · 9 photos

Fair 45/100 Cosmetic rehab Est. rehab $10,295–$30,885 screening

The home is in fair condition with good systems and minimal repairs needed. Painting the exterior siding and cleaning the gutters can significantly improve its resale and rental value.

Value-add opportunities

  • Resale Paint the exterior siding — Painting the exterior siding can improve the curb appeal and make the home look more attractive to potential buyers.
  • Rental Clean the gutters — Clean gutters can prevent water damage and improve the overall appearance of the home, which can attract more renters.
  • Both Inspect and replace HVAC system — A functioning HVAC system is essential for both resale and rental value, as it can impact the comfort and energy efficiency of the home.

ⓘ Rehab cost is a screening estimate — Cosmetic scope × the home's square footage at US $/sqft rules of thumb (the same model as the Flip Finder). Get contractor quotes + a written scope before underwriting.

F Composite school gradezoned avg 29/100

Zoned Schools

Elementary Putnam County Elementary School F GA #523/1,228 Nat'l #22,904/41,679 Middle Putnam County Middle School F GA #229/470 Nat'l #8,317/14,009 High Putnam County High School F GA #238/424 Nat'l #14,291/17,239

Schools (NCES district)

District
Putnam County
NCES district ID
1304260
Math proficiency
33% ▼ -5.00%
Reading proficiency
30% ▼ -1.00%
Median HH income
$44,038
Composite
26.9/100
National rank
#7088
State rank
#86 of 174 in GA
B Composite livability gradescore 71/100

Livability — Eatonton

Score
71/100
State rank
#76
US rank
#6665

Category grades

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

Schools grade is shown separately in the Schools card above.

Census & demographics

County
Putnam County · 20,747 people
City population
21,601
Metro
nan
Population (ZIP)
21,601
Household income
$65,971
Rent vs Own
19.9% rent · 80.1% own
Severe rent burden
3% of renters

Population outlook (Putnam County) Hauer SSP2

Today (2025)
20,747 people
By 2030
20,163 · -2.8%
By 2040
18,680 · -10.0%
By 2050
17,117 · -17.5%
By 2075
13,269 · -36.0%
By 2100
9,234 · -55.5%

Race, ethnicity, and origin ACS 2023

Neighborhood character
Majority White (64%)
Race & ethnicity
White 64% Black 26% Hispanic / Latino 7% Two or more races 5%
Hispanic origin (detail)
Mexican 4%
Common ancestry
Slovak 1% Italian 1% Lithuanian 1%
Foreign-born
6% · Canada
Languages at home
94% English-only · Spanish 5%

Political lean MEDSL · Putnam

2024 margin
Solid R (+42.2) · D 28.7% · R 71.0%
2008→2024 swing
-10.9pp toward R · 2008: -31.4pp · 2024: -42.2pp
All cycles
2024: R+42.2 2020: R+40.9 2016: R+40.0 2012: R+35.8 2008: R+31.4

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Civics

Price history

1 event — show timeline
  • 2025-06-27 Listed $328,900 Zillow

Cash-flow waterfall

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Sold comps — $/sqft

last 12 mo · ≤1 mi

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