161 W Shore Dr · Lewisville, TX
Flood risk 1/10 · Minimal
- FEMA flood zone
- X (unshaded)
- Chance of flooding over 30 yrs
- 0.0%
- Est. flood insurance / yr
- $507 – $1,088
Fire risk 1/10 · Minimal
- Est. fire insurance / yr
- $1,222 – $2,270
Heat risk 7/10 · Major
- Hot days now (above 110°F)
- 7 days/yr
- Hot days in 30 yrs
- 21 days/yr
Wind risk 4/10 · Minor
- Chance of severe wind over 30 yrs
- 24.0%
Air-quality risk 4/10 · Minor
- Unhealthy air days now
- 4 days/yr
- Unhealthy air days in 30 yrs
- 5 days/yr
Risk factors via First Street. Map © Google.
Why this score? — see what drove the C- 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 +15.0/15.0
- Cash flow +14.2/30.0
- Schools +4.7/10.0
- DSCR +4.3/10.0
- 1% rule +4.2/10.0
- Livability +3.5/5.0
- Condition / age +2.5/5.0
- Rent growth +1.7/5.0
- Appreciation +0.0/10.0
$250,000
🖨 Deal sheet 📄 Offer letter ✓ Due diligence
Listing remarks MLS
*$20k Price Reduction!* Experience a versatile lifestyle at 161 W Shore Dr, a unique home situated just two blocks from the recreational shores of Lewisville Lake in the Smittys Point community. This east-facing home stands out by offering rare mechanical peace of mind, allowing the next owner to focus on cosmetic personalization rather than major infrastructure. The property has been well-maintained with strategic updates, including a recently replaced HVAC evaporator coil and a 2021 partial replumb with durable PVC piping to ensure reliable service. The 1,344 sq. ft. layout is designed to maximize every inch of living space, making it a prime candidate for the short-term rental market. Lewisville’s supportive STR regulations, combined with this home’s 1.5-story configuration, offer high-income potential. The private upstairs retreat, complete with an additional living area, a full bedroom, and a full bathroom, provides an ideal setup for an office, game room, or guest suite. With 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms, the home offers the headcount flexibility that travelers and tenants crave. The lifestyle potential extends well beyond the interior. Step outside to an oversized backyard designed for relaxation and utility. A massive covered patio serves as the heart of the outdoor space, offering a shaded sanctuary for year-round entertaining. The property also includes a large storage shed, perfect for stowing lake gear or tools. For those with multiple vehicles, the expansive driveway is a standout feature, accommodating parking for up to six cars; a rare find so close to the water. Located with quick access to Lake Dallas Parkway and I-35, this home offers a serene escape near the lake without sacrificing a convenient commute to Denton or Dallas. Whether seeking a primary residence with sweat equity potential or a savvy investment in a city that permits short-term rentals, this property represents an incredible 4-bedroom opportunity.
Key facts
- Expansive driveway
- Durable pvc piping
- Large storage shed
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What this means for you Summary
Snapshot
- This is a 4-bed/3.0-bath single-family listed at $250k.
Deal economics
- At list price, monthly cash flow is $43 ($517/yr) — positive.
- The deal already cash-flows at list — no discount required.
- To meet the 1% rule (rent ≥ 1% of price), the offer needs to be $231k (7.8% below list).
- Recommended offer: $231k (7.8% below list) — sets the bar for 1% rule.
- Cap rate 6.5% vs local median 3.1% in Lewisville — 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 69/100 on livability (#440 in TX) — a middle-class / working-renter tenant base. Strengths: housing A+, cost of living A, crime B+; Watch: commute D+, schools D-, amenities F.
- Lewisville ISD (suburban): math 49% / reading 54% proficiency, ranked #109 of 826 in TX (top 13%) — acceptable for families but not a draw, mixed tenant base, ~2y average lease.
- Market conditions: Rents falling (-3.3%/yr); 37 active listings in the ZIP; 10 comparable units currently listed for rent nearby; rentals at typical pace (median 22d on market — plan ~3-4 weeks tenant-placement turnaround); solid renter incomes; 10,531 units permitted in Denton County in 2024 (2,713 in 5+ unit buildings).
- This rent runs 33% of the median local income ($83k/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.
- Denton County population projected at +66% by 2050 — long-run rental-demand tailwind backs the buy-and-hold thesis.
Negotiation context
- It's been on market 85 days — a 6% lower offer ($235k) is reasonable based on typical stale-listing flexibility.
- 6 sale attempts since 24y ago; this cycle's ask has dropped $20k (7%) from the opening price — seller is motivated, your offer sets the floor, not the list.
Risks & watch-outs
- Climate carrying-cost: extreme-heat days projected 7→21/yr by 2055 (HVAC capex compounding) — expect insurance premiums to compound above CPI over the hold.
Questions for the listing agent
- It's been on market 85 days. Have you received any prior offers? Is the seller open to a 8% concession, seller financing, or rate buy-down credit?
- Built in 1970 — when were the roof, HVAC, electrical panel, plumbing, and water heater last replaced?
- Why hasn't it sold? Are there any deal-killer items the seller is aware of (foundation, flood, title, zoning, code violations)?
- Is there a deadline driving the sale (1031 exchange, divorce, estate, relocation)? That informs how much negotiation room exists.
- 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?
- 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.
- 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.
- 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
- 0.92% ✗
- Cap rate
- 6.50%
- Cash-on-cash
- 0.74%
- DSCR
- 1.03
- GRM
- 9.0
CMA / ARV
- ARV (median comp)
- $343,860
- List price
- $250,000
- Delta
- -27.30%
- Verdict
- UNDERPRICED
- Comps
- 20 within 1.0 mi
Show comp detail 6 sales within ~0.75 mi
| Address | Dist | Beds/Ba | Sqft | Sold | Price | $/sf | Match |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2101 N Mill St | 0.50mi | 3/2.0 (-1) | 1,415 (+5%) | 9mo | $295,000 | $208 | 51 |
| 241 Hedgerow Ln | 0.44mi | 3/2.0 (-1) | 1,479 (+10%) | 5mo | $295,000 | $199 | 49 |
| 212 Hedgerow Ln | 0.50mi | 3/2.0 (-1) | 1,448 (+8%) | 8mo | $279,900 | $193 | 48 |
| 1319 Brazos Blvd | 0.66mi | 3/2.0 (-1) | 1,490 (+11%) | 3mo | $350,000 | $235 | 40 |
| 1328 Brazos Blvd | 0.72mi | 4/2.0 | 1,471 (+9%) | 10mo | $374,000 | $254 | 38 |
| 1321 Brazos Blvd | 0.68mi | 3/2.0 (-1) | 1,461 (+9%) | 21mo | $360,000 | $246 | 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 · 0.0% rent growth · sell at horizon
- IRR
- -18.6%
- Equity multiple
- 0.36×
- Total profit
- $-44,459
- Equity at exit
- $37,276
- IRR
- -18.9%
- Equity multiple
- 0.13×
- Total profit
- $-61,030
- Equity at exit
- $21,615
Cash invested: $70,000 (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
ZIP-level market 75057
- Home prices YoY
- -19.8%
- Rents YoY
- -3.3%
- Active inventory
- 37
- Price-to-rent
- 9.0×
Monthly cashflow live
- Estimated rent
- $2,306 high interval (Pro) →
- Mortgage (P&I)
- −$1,311
- Tax from tax record
- −$364 /mo · $4,363/yr
- Insurance
- −$104
- HOA
- −$0
- Vacancy / Maint / Mgmt
- −$484
- Net cashflow
- $43
Break-even live
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
- $62,500
- Closing costs
- $7,500
- 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?
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Short-term bridge; refi at stabilization.
Rent comps 10 comps
| Address | Beds | Baths | Sqft | Rent | $/sqft | DOM | Units | Dist |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1959 Rivendell Ln Lewisville, TX | 2.0–4.0 | 1.5–3.5 | 1563 | $2,699 | $1.73 | 2d | 78 | 0.60mi |
| 290 W Lake Park Rd Lewisville, TX | 1.0–3.0 | 1.0–2.0 | 954 | $1,961 | $2.06 | 2d | 17 | 0.66mi |
| 1801 Summit Ave Lewisville, TX | 1.0–3.0 | 1.0–2.0 | 991 | $2,465 | $2.49 | 2d | 41 | 0.86mi |
| 2012 Cardinal Ln Lewisville, TX | 4.0 | 3.5 | 1468 | $2,500 | $1.70 | 43d | 1 | 0.88mi |
| 1414 Bogard Ln Lewisville, TX | 3.0 | 2.0 | 1619 | $2,150 | $1.33 | 22d | 1 | 0.92mi |
| 1307 Jasmine Dr Lewisville, TX | 3.0 | 2.0 | 1262 | $2,220 | $1.76 | 5d | 1 | 0.95mi |
| 1395 Chinaberry Dr Lewisville, TX | 3.0 | 2.0 | 1174 | $2,035 | $1.73 | 22d | 1 | 1.05mi |
| 1312 Lakecrest Ln Lewisville, TX | 3.0 | 2.5 | 1634 | $2,195 | $1.34 | 43d | 1 | 1.29mi |
| 1317 Lakecrest Ln Lewisville, TX | 3.0 | 2.5 | 1634 | $2,195 | $1.34 | 24d | 1 | 1.31mi |
| 1909 Big Sky Dr Lewisville, TX | 3.0 | 2.0 | 1762 | $2,201 | $1.25 | 43d | 1 | 1.42mi |
Listing history 17 events
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2026-05-31days on market $250,000 Active 85 DOM
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2026-04-08price $250,000 1973-char remark
Show marketing remark (1973 chars)
*$20k Price Reduction!* Experience a versatile lifestyle at 161 W Shore Dr, a unique home situated just two blocks from the recreational shores of Lewisville Lake in the Smittys Point community. This east-facing home stands out by offering rare mechanical peace of mind, allowing the next owner to focus on cosmetic personalization rather than major infrastructure. The property has been well-maintained with strategic updates, including a recently replaced HVAC evaporator coil and a 2021 partial replumb with durable PVC piping to ensure reliable service. The 1,344 sq. ft. layout is designed to maximize every inch of living space, making it a prime candidate for the short-term rental market. Lewisville’s supportive STR regulations, combined with this home’s 1.5-story configuration, offer high-income potential. The private upstairs retreat, complete with an additional living area, a full bedroom, and a full bathroom, provides an ideal setup for an office, game room, or guest suite. With 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms, the home offers the headcount flexibility that travelers and tenants crave. The lifestyle potential extends well beyond the interior. Step outside to an oversized backyard designed for relaxation and utility. A massive covered patio serves as the heart of the outdoor space, offering a shaded sanctuary for year-round entertaining. The property also includes a large storage shed, perfect for stowing lake gear or tools. For those with multiple vehicles, the expansive driveway is a standout feature, accommodating parking for up to six cars; a rare find so close to the water. Located with quick access to Lake Dallas Parkway and I-35, this home offers a serene escape near the lake without sacrificing a convenient commute to Denton or Dallas. Whether seeking a primary residence with sweat equity potential or a savvy investment in a city that permits short-term rentals, this property represents an incredible 4-bedroom opportunity.
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2026-03-06$270,000 Active 1973-char remark
Show marketing remark (1973 chars)
*$20k Price Reduction!* Experience a versatile lifestyle at 161 W Shore Dr, a unique home situated just two blocks from the recreational shores of Lewisville Lake in the Smittys Point community. This east-facing home stands out by offering rare mechanical peace of mind, allowing the next owner to focus on cosmetic personalization rather than major infrastructure. The property has been well-maintained with strategic updates, including a recently replaced HVAC evaporator coil and a 2021 partial replumb with durable PVC piping to ensure reliable service. The 1,344 sq. ft. layout is designed to maximize every inch of living space, making it a prime candidate for the short-term rental market. Lewisville’s supportive STR regulations, combined with this home’s 1.5-story configuration, offer high-income potential. The private upstairs retreat, complete with an additional living area, a full bedroom, and a full bathroom, provides an ideal setup for an office, game room, or guest suite. With 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms, the home offers the headcount flexibility that travelers and tenants crave. The lifestyle potential extends well beyond the interior. Step outside to an oversized backyard designed for relaxation and utility. A massive covered patio serves as the heart of the outdoor space, offering a shaded sanctuary for year-round entertaining. The property also includes a large storage shed, perfect for stowing lake gear or tools. For those with multiple vehicles, the expansive driveway is a standout feature, accommodating parking for up to six cars; a rare find so close to the water. Located with quick access to Lake Dallas Parkway and I-35, this home offers a serene escape near the lake without sacrificing a convenient commute to Denton or Dallas. Whether seeking a primary residence with sweat equity potential or a savvy investment in a city that permits short-term rentals, this property represents an incredible 4-bedroom opportunity.
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2025-11-21historical
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2025-08-27$275,000 Active
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2025-06-28$280,000 Active
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2025-05-21historical
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2025-03-28$280,000 Active
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2005-01-26soldstatus
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2004-12-16historical
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2004-08-30$89,900
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2002-10-25soldstatus
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2002-10-01historical
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2002-09-09$120,000
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2002-01-17soldstatus
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1997-10-31soldstatus
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1992-08-05soldstatus
ⓘ Source: listings_history table (triggers on properties + properties_extension) + one-shot
backfill from property_details.listing_events for pre-trigger history.
Tax reassessment forecast TX · Resets to sale price
- Current annual tax
- $4,363 · $364/mo
- Projected year-2 tax
- $4,575 · $381/mo
- Expected delta
- +$212/yr (+$18/mo · 4.9%)
ⓘ 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 7/10 Severe 7 d/yr ≥110°F today · 21 d/yr by 30 yrs out
- Wind 4/10 Moderate 24% chance of damaging wind over 30 yrs
- Air quality 4/10 Moderate 4 unhealthy d/yr today · 5 by 30 yrs out
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Walkable amenities ~0.75 mi
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Taxation est. · year 1
- Rental income
- $27,674
- − Mortgage interest
- −$14,004
- − Property taxes
- −$4,363
- − Insurance
- −$1,250
- − Repairs & maintenance
- −$2,214
- − Management
- −$2,214
- − Depreciation
- −$7,273
- Taxable loss
- −$3,644
- Est. tax savings @ 24.0%
- +$874
- After-tax cash flow
- $1,392/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
- Lewisville ISD
- NCES district ID
- 4827300
- Math proficiency
- 49% ▼ -10.00%
- Reading proficiency
- 54% ▼ -4.00%
- Median HH income
- $82,351
- Composite
- 47.1/100
- National rank
- #2333
- State rank
- #109 of 826 in TX
Livability — Lewisville
- Score
- 69/100
- State rank
- #440
- US rank
- #8991
Category grades
Schools grade is shown separately in the Schools card above.
Census & demographics
- Census place
- Lewisville, TX
- County
- Denton County · 901,654 people
- City population
- 84,871
- Metro
- Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TX
- Population (ZIP)
- 17,958
- Household income
- $82,803
- Rent vs Own
- Severe rent burden
- 975.0
Population outlook (Denton County) Hauer SSP2
- Today (2025)
- 1,053,010 people
- By 2030
- 1,192,269 · +13.2%
- By 2040
- 1,472,920 · +39.9%
- By 2050
- 1,746,506 · +65.9%
- By 2075
- 2,358,497 · +124.0%
- By 2100
- 2,779,183 · +163.9%
Race, ethnicity, and origin ACS 2023
- Neighborhood character
- Diverse neighborhood (Simpson 0.66)
- Race & ethnicity
- Hispanic / Latino 42% White 39% Two or more races 23% Black 11% Asian 3% Native American 2%
- Hispanic origin (detail)
- Mexican 34%
- Common ancestry
- Swedish 1% Slovak 1% Serbian 1%
- Foreign-born
- 17% · Canada, South Korea, Vietnam
- Languages at home
- 62% English-only · Spanish 32% Korean 1% Other Asian/Pacific 1%
Political lean MEDSL · Denton
- 2024 margin
- R (+13.2) · D 42.7% · R 55.8% · Other 1.5%
- 2008→2024 swing
- +11.0pp toward D · 2008: -24.2pp · 2024: -13.2pp
- All cycles
- 2024: R+13.2 2020: R+8.1 2016: R+20.2 2012: R+31.7 2008: R+24.2
Not yet ingested
- Civics
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Market trends
- HPI YoY
- ▼ -76.22%
- Current HPI
- 308.1135
- Rent YoY
- ▼ -3.28%
- 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Energy | 16 | $1,198B |
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| Technology | 5 | $198B |
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| Engineering / Construction | 4 | $72B |
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| Energy Services | 3 | $60B |
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| Utilities | 3 | $41B |
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| Healthcare | 2 | $330B |
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Price history
+108.3% since first listed16 events — show timeline
- 2026-04-08 Price Changed $250,000 NTREIS
- 2026-03-06 Listed $270,000 NTREIS
- 2025-11-21 Listing Removed — NTREIS
- 2025-08-27 Listed $275,000 NTREIS
- 2025-06-28 Listed $280,000 NTREIS
- 2025-05-21 Listing Removed — NTREIS
- 2025-03-28 Listed $280,000 NTREIS
- 2005-01-26 Sold (MLS) — NTREIS
- 2004-12-16 Listing Removed — NTREIS
- 2004-08-30 Listed $89,900 NTREIS
- 2002-10-25 Sold (Public Records) — Public Records
- 2002-10-01 Listing Removed — NTREIS
- 2002-09-09 Listed $120,000 NTREIS
- 2002-01-17 Sold (Public Records) — Public Records
- 1997-10-31 Sold (Public Records) — Public Records
- 1992-08-05 Sold (Public Records) — Public Records
Property tax history
+4.2%/yrLatest (2025): $4,363 · +9.3% YoY. Source: county tax records.
Cash-flow waterfall
monthlySold comps — $/sqft
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