4651 Mallow St Unit A-B · Houston, 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 9/10 · Severe
- Hot days now (above 109°F)
- 7 days/yr
- Hot days in 30 yrs
- 23 days/yr
Wind risk 9/10 · Severe
- Chance of severe wind over 30 yrs
- 99.0%
Air-quality risk 2/10 · Minimal
- Unhealthy air days now
- 2 days/yr
- Unhealthy air days in 30 yrs
- 2 days/yr
Risk factors via First Street. Map © Google.
Why this score? — see what drove the D- 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 +10.6/15.0
- Appreciation +10.0/10.0
- Cash flow +5.1/30.0
- Rent growth +3.7/5.0
- Livability +3.7/5.0
- Schools +2.7/10.0
- Condition / age +2.5/5.0
- 1% rule +0.8/10.0
- DSCR +0.0/10.0
$369,900
🖨 Deal sheet 📄 Offer letter ✓ Due diligence
Listing remarks MLS
Welcome to your investment propertyl! This stunning, brand-new construction duplex offers the perfect blend of modern elegance and comfort. Step into each spacious 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom unit, you'll be greeted by soaring 9" ceilings that create an open and airy feel throughout the home. The kitchen is a chef's delight, boasting sleek granite countertops and top-of-the-line stainless steel appliances. The wood-like tile flooring adds a touch of warmth and sophistication. The generous living area is perfect for entertaining guests or relaxing after a long day. The primary bedroom is a private oasis, complete with its own luxurious bathroom. Start your day off right in the double vanity sinks, and enjoy the convenience of a spacious walk-in closet, providing ample storage. This duplex is conveniently situated close to downtown, offering easy access to dining, shopping, and entertainment. Additionally, the medical center is just a short distance away. Schedule Your Showing Today!
Key facts
- Generous living area
- Soaring 9 ceilings
- Granite countertops
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What this means for you Summary
Snapshot
- This is a 2-bed/2.0-bath condo listed at $370k.
Deal economics
- At list price, monthly cash flow is $-857 ($-10k/yr) — negative.
- To cash-flow at today's rent, offer at most $246k (33.5% below list).
- To meet the 1% rule (rent ≥ 1% of price), the offer needs to be $215k (41.8% below list).
- Recommended offer: $215k (41.8% below list) — sets the bar for 1% rule.
Location & tenants
- Location reads 74/100 on livability (#184 in TX, #4,771 nationally) — a middle-class / working-renter tenant base. Strengths: amenities A+, cost of living A+, housing A+; Watch: schools D, crime F.
- Houston ISD (urban): math 27% / reading 35% proficiency, ranked #593 of 826 in TX (top 72%) — families likely to look elsewhere, expect single-tenant / working-renter base with shorter leases; 71% free/reduced lunch — lower-income household profile, screen leases tightly.
- Market conditions: Rents rising fast (+4.8%/yr); 312 active listings in the ZIP; 25 comparable units currently listed for rent nearby; rentals at typical pace (median 25d on market — plan ~3-4 weeks tenant-placement turnaround); 48% of comp listings sitting > 30 days — soft ceiling on asking rent; lower-income renter base — watch delinquency; 29,883 units permitted in Harris County in 2024 (8,621 in 5+ unit buildings).
- At $2,151/mo this rent would consume 69% of the median local household income ($37k/yr) (locally 1446% of renters already pay >50% of income on rent) — very limited rent-growth headroom before tenants either downsize or default.
Forward outlook
- In year one you build about $40k of equity ($3k loan paydown + $37k appreciation (10.0% local appreciation)).
- Harris County population projected at +47% by 2050 — long-run rental-demand tailwind backs the buy-and-hold thesis.
- By year 2, paydown + projected appreciation supports a ~$64k cash-out refi (75% LTV) — recoverable capital for the next deal without selling this one.
Negotiation context
- It's been on market 158 days — a 12% lower offer ($326k) is reasonable based on typical stale-listing flexibility.
- 3 sale attempts since 4y 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.
Risks & watch-outs
- Climate carrying-cost: severe wind risk, 99% chance of damaging wind over 30y; extreme-heat days projected 7→23/yr by 2055 (HVAC capex compounding) — expect insurance premiums to compound above CPI over the hold.
Questions for the listing agent
- 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?
- It's been on market 158 days. Have you received any prior offers? Is the seller open to a 42% concession, seller financing, or rate buy-down credit?
- Any open or pending special assessments — roof, HVAC, plumbing, elevator, façade? What's the per-unit balance and payoff schedule, and is the seller paying it off at close or rolling it to the buyer?
- 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?
- Crime grade is F in this area — have there been break-ins, vandalism, or insurance claims at this property in the last 3 years? What carrier currently insures it and at what premium?
- 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?
- 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 apartment / multifamily construction is in the pipeline within 1–3 miles? Heavy new supply (>2% of stock underway) typically softens rents 12–24 months out; light construction supports rent growth.
Investment metrics
- 1% rule
- 0.58% ✗
- Cap rate
- 3.51%
- Cash-on-cash
- -9.93%
- DSCR
- 0.56
- GRM
- 14.3
CMA / ARV
- ARV (median comp)
- $397,640
- List price
- $369,900
- Delta
- -6.98%
- Verdict
- FAIR
- Comps
- 5 within 1.0 mi
Show comp detail 5 sales within ~0.75 mi
| Address | Dist | Beds/Ba | Sqft | Sold | Price | $/sf | Match |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4713 Mallow St Unit E/F | 0.12mi | 2/2.0 | 1,936 (+8%) | 4mo | $440,000 | $227 | 79 |
| 5103 Mallow St Unit A/B | 0.63mi | 2/2.0 | 1,936 (+8%) | 2mo | $394,000 | $204 | 56 |
| 5105 Mallow St Unit A/B | 0.63mi | 2/2.0 | 1,936 (+8%) | 2mo | $389,000 | $201 | 56 |
| 5105 Mallow St Unit C/D | 0.63mi | 2/2.0 | 1,936 (+8%) | 8mo | $399,990 | $207 | 51 |
| 5107 Mallow St Unit A/B | 0.64mi | 2/2.0 | 1,936 (+8%) | 9mo | $408,000 | $211 | 50 |
Match score weights: distance 35% · size 25% · config 20% · recency 20%. Top-matched comps best support the ARV.
Projected returns pro-forma
10.0% appreciation · 4.77% rent growth · sell at horizon
- IRR
- 17.7%
- Equity multiple
- 2.46×
- Total profit
- $150,825
- Equity at exit
- $333,235
- IRR
- 17.0%
- Equity multiple
- 5.79×
- Total profit
- $495,630
- Equity at exit
- $718,634
Cash invested: $103,572 (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 77051
- Home prices YoY
- 9.7%
- Rents YoY
- 4.8%
- Active inventory
- 312
- Price-to-rent
- 14.3×
Monthly cashflow live
- Estimated rent
- $2,151 high interval (Pro) →
- Mortgage (P&I)
- −$1,940
- Tax est. 1.5%
- −$462 /mo · $5,548/yr
- Insurance
- −$154
- HOA
- −$0
- Vacancy / Maint / Mgmt
- −$452
- Net cashflow
- $-857
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
- $92,475
- Closing costs
- $11,097
- 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?
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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 25 comps
| Address | Beds | Baths | Sqft | Rent | $/sqft | DOM | Units | Dist |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4723 Mallow St Houston, TX | 3.0 | 2.5 | 1472 | $1,850 | $1.26 | 5d | 1 | 0.12mi |
| 4526 Knoxville St Unit A Houston, TX | 3.0 | 2.5 | 1474 | $1,775 | $1.20 | 15d | 1 | 0.39mi |
| 4514 Galesburg St Unit B Houston, TX | 3.0 | 2.5 | 1680 | $3,500 | $2.08 | 24d | 1 | 0.45mi |
| 4918 Wilmington St Unit A Houston, TX | 3.0 | 3.0 | 1300 | $2,100 | $1.62 | 43d | 1 | 0.48mi |
| 5036 Mallow St Houston, TX | 3.0 | 3.0 | 1472 | $2,050 | $1.39 | 43d | 1 | 0.54mi |
| 4921a Pederson St Unit A Houston, TX | 3.0 | 2.0 | 1765 | $2,150 | $1.22 | 12d | 1 | 0.59mi |
| 5012 Higgins St Unit B Houston, TX | 3.0 | 2.5 | 1611 | $1,650 | $1.02 | 24d | 1 | 0.63mi |
| 4406 Sterling St Houston, TX | 3.0 | 2.5 | 1840 | $1,999 | $1.09 | 17d | 1 | 0.69mi |
| 4835 Sunflower St Unit 1546466P Houston, TX | 3.0 | 2.0 | 1883 | $4,516 | $2.40 | 15d | 1 | 0.70mi |
| 4601 White Rock St Unit A Houston, TX | 3.0 | 2.5 | 1700 | $2,500 | $1.47 | 43d | 1 | 0.80mi |
| 8107 Calhoun Rd Houston, TX | 3.0 | 2.5 | 1304 | $2,250 | $1.73 | 24d | 1 | 0.80mi |
| 4613 Bricker St Unit B Houston, TX | 3.0 | 2.5 | 1600 | $2,300 | $1.44 | 43d | 1 | 0.88mi |
| 3710 Rockingham St Houston, TX | 3.0 | 2.0 | 1890 | $1,700 | $0.90 | 43d | 1 | 0.88mi |
| 4609 Bricker St Unit B Houston, TX | 3.0 | 2.5 | 1300 | $3,500 | $2.69 | 12d | 1 | 0.89mi |
| 4609 Bricker St Unit ABC Houston, TX | 3.0 | 2.5 | 1375 | $3,500 | $2.55 | 11d | 1 | 0.89mi |
| 7710 Darnay Dr Houston, TX | 3.0 | 3.0 | 1635 | $2,095 | $1.28 | 43d | 1 | 1.08mi |
| 9606 Ashville Dr Unit B Houston, TX | 3.0 | 2.0 | 1610 | $1,570 | $0.98 | 43d | 1 | 1.12mi |
| 4530 Mayflower St Houston, TX | 3.0 | 2.0 | 1302 | $1,800 | $1.38 | 43d | 1 | 1.14mi |
| 5201 Kenilwood Dr Unit B Houston, TX | 3.0 | 2.0 | 2442 | $1,725 | $0.71 | 14d | 1 | 1.14mi |
| 8328 Corinth St Unit B Houston, TX | 3.0 | 2.5 | 1500 | $2,800 | $1.87 | 20d | 1 | 1.19mi |
| 3620 Du Bois St Unit 1302349P Houston, TX | 3.0 | 2.5 | 1797 | $2,945 | $1.64 | 3d | 1 | 1.23mi |
| 5314 Longmeadow St Houston, TX | 3.0 | 3.0 | 1646 | $1,900 | $1.15 | 43d | 1 | 1.26mi |
| 7358 Guadalcanal Rd Houston, TX | 3.0 | 3.0 | 1768 | $2,195 | $1.24 | 43d | 1 | 1.36mi |
| 8010 Livingston St Houston, TX | 3.0 | 2.0 | 1400 | $1,800 | $1.29 | 43d | 1 | 1.44mi |
| 7339 Krueger Rd Houston, TX | 3.0 | 2.0 | 2440 | $1,900 | $0.78 | 43d | 1 | 1.44mi |
HOA detail condo
- Monthly dues
- $0 · $0/yr
- Assessments
- None detected in remarks — confirm with the listing agent.
Listing history 17 events
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2026-06-18days on market $369,900 Active 158 DOM
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2026-06-17days on market $369,900 Active 157 DOM
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2026-06-16days on market $369,900 Active 156 DOM
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2026-06-15days on market $369,900 Active 155 DOM
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2026-06-13days on market $369,900 Active 153 DOM
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2026-06-10days on market $369,900 Active 149 DOM
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2026-06-08days on market $369,900 Active 148 DOM
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2026-06-07days on market $369,900 Active 147 DOM
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2026-06-04days on market $369,900 Active 144 DOM
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2026-06-01days on market $369,900 Active 141 DOM
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2026-05-31days on market $369,900 Active 140 DOM
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2026-01-11$369,900 Active 995-char remark
Show marketing remark (995 chars)
Welcome to your investment propertyl! This stunning, brand-new construction duplex offers the perfect blend of modern elegance and comfort. Step into each spacious 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom unit, you'll be greeted by soaring 9" ceilings that create an open and airy feel throughout the home. The kitchen is a chef's delight, boasting sleek granite countertops and top-of-the-line stainless steel appliances. The wood-like tile flooring adds a touch of warmth and sophistication. The generous living area is perfect for entertaining guests or relaxing after a long day. The primary bedroom is a private oasis, complete with its own luxurious bathroom. Start your day off right in the double vanity sinks, and enjoy the convenience of a spacious walk-in closet, providing ample storage. This duplex is conveniently situated close to downtown, offering easy access to dining, shopping, and entertainment. Additionally, the medical center is just a short distance away. Schedule Your Showing Today!
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2023-02-21status Pending
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2023-02-20historical
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2023-02-09$373,499 Active
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2022-12-07historical
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2022-11-17$367,499 Active
ⓘ 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 1/10 Low FEMA zone X (unshaded) · 0% chance over 30 yrs
- Wildfire 1/10 Low
- Heat 9/10 Extreme 7 d/yr ≥109°F today · 23 d/yr by 30 yrs out
- Wind 9/10 Extreme 99% 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
- $25,817
- − Mortgage interest
- −$20,720
- − Property taxes
- −$5,548
- − Insurance
- −$1,850
- − Repairs & maintenance
- −$2,065
- − Management
- −$2,065
- − Depreciation
- −$10,761
- Taxable loss
- −$17,193
- Est. tax savings @ 24.0%
- +$4,126
- After-tax cash flow
- $-6,154/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
- Houston ISD
- NCES district ID
- 4823640
- Math proficiency
- 27% ▼ -18.00%
- Reading proficiency
- 35% ▼ -6.00%
- Median HH income
- $46,054
- Composite
- 26.63/100
- National rank
- #7173
- State rank
- #593 of 826 in TX
Livability — Houston
- Score
- 74/100
- State rank
- #184
- US rank
- #4771
Category grades
Schools grade is shown separately in the Schools card above.
Census & demographics
- Census place
- Houston, TX
- County
- Harris County · 4,702,590 people
- City population
- 3,226,434
- Metro
- Houston-The Woodlands-Sugar Land, TX
- Population (ZIP)
- 19,795
- Household income
- $37,415
- Rent vs Own
- Severe rent burden
- 1446.0
Population outlook (Harris County) Hauer SSP2
- Today (2025)
- 5,571,493 people
- By 2030
- 6,089,821 · +9.3%
- By 2040
- 7,142,806 · +28.2%
- By 2050
- 8,185,864 · +46.9%
- By 2075
- 10,574,329 · +89.8%
- By 2100
- 12,109,958 · +117.4%
Race, ethnicity, and origin ACS 2023
- Neighborhood character
- Predominantly Black (77%)
- Race & ethnicity
- Black 77% Hispanic / Latino 16% Two or more races 11% White 3%
- Hispanic origin (detail)
- Mexican 6% Puerto Rican 1%
- Foreign-born
- 8% · Canada, China
- Languages at home
- 88% English-only · Spanish 10%
Political lean MEDSL · Harris
- 2024 margin
- Lean D (+5.5) · D 52.0% · R 46.4% · Other 1.6%
- 2008→2024 swing
- +3.9pp toward D · 2008: 1.6pp · 2024: 5.5pp
- All cycles
- 2024: D+5.5 2020: D+13.3 2016: D+12.4 2012: D+0.1 2008: D+1.6
Not yet ingested
- Civics
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Market trends
- HPI YoY
- ▲ 16.02%
- Current HPI
- 180.4283
- Rent YoY
- ▲ 4.77%
- Metro
- Houston-The Woodlands-Sugar Land, TX
- State GDP YoY
- ▲ 3.95%
- F500 in state
- 110
Industry mix (Fortune 500 HQ in TX)
| Industry | F500 HQs | Revenue |
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| 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
+0.7% since first listed6 events — show timeline
- 2026-01-11 Listed $369,900 HARMLS
- 2023-02-21 Pending — HARMLS
- 2023-02-20 Listing Removed — HARMLS
- 2023-02-09 Listed $373,499 HARMLS
- 2022-12-07 Listing Removed — HARMLS
- 2022-11-17 Listed $367,499 HARMLS
Cash-flow waterfall
monthlySold comps — $/sqft
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