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3329 Marcus Dr
C Composite 55.93
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).

  • Cash flow +26.8/30.0
  • DSCR +9.2/10.0
  • 1% rule +6.3/10.0
  • Livability +4.2/5.0
  • Schools +3.6/10.0
  • Rent growth +3.3/5.0
  • Condition / age +2.5/5.0
  • ARV discount +0.0/15.0
  • Appreciation +0.0/10.0

$150,000

3329 Marcus Dr · Pensacola, FL 32503
3 bd · 1.0 ba · 816 sqft · SingleFamily public records · 62 Days on market
Built 1958 5,405 sqft lot $184/sqft · 20% above area Est $125k · 20% over

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

Listing remarks MLS

Affordable Pensacola Home with Investment Potential! Looking for an affordable home in Pensacola with great location and rental potential? This 3-bedroom, 1-bath property offers easy access to the interstate, downtown Pensacola, and the Cordova Mall area—making it ideal for commuters, first-time buyers, or investors. The home features a functional layout with a laundry area located in the garage, a covered carport, and a spacious backyard perfect for outdoor living or future improvements. Fresh exterior paint adds curb appeal and makes this home move-in ready while still offering room to add value. Whether you’re searching for an affordable primary residence or a strong rental property in Pensacola, this home checks all the boxes. Don’t miss your chance to own in a convenient location with great upside potential!

Key facts

  • Rental potential
  • Spacious backyard
  • Laundry area

Tags

GREAT LOCATIONRENTAL POTENTIALEASY ACCESS TO THE INTERSTATELAUNDRY AREACOVERED CARPORTSPACIOUS BACKYARD

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/1.0-bath single-family listed at $150k.

Deal economics

  • At list price, monthly cash flow is $410 ($5k/yr) — positive.
  • The deal already cash-flows at list — no discount required.
  • Meets the 1% rule at list price ($2k rent vs $150k).
  • Recommended offer: $141k (6.0% below list) — sets the bar for market timing.
  • Cap rate 9.6% vs local median 3.6% in Pensacola — 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 83/100 on livability (#53 in FL, #924 nationally) — a professional / high-income tenant draw. Strengths: commute A+, cost of living A+, housing A+.
  • Escambia (suburban): math 40% / reading 45% proficiency, ranked #56 of 73 in FL (top 77%) — families likely to look elsewhere, expect single-tenant / working-renter base with shorter leases.
  • Market conditions: Rents rising (+3.4%/yr); 239 active listings in the ZIP; 7 comparable units currently listed for rent nearby; rentals at typical pace (median 25d on market — plan ~3-4 weeks tenant-placement turnaround); 1,479 units permitted in Escambia County in 2024 (0 in 5+ unit buildings).

Forward outlook

  • Local home prices are declining (-3.0%/yr); year-one equity from $1k of loan paydown is wiped out by about $4k of value loss. Plan a longer hold.
  • Escambia County population projected at +13% by 2050 — modest demand growth; plan on rents tracking national, not racing it.
  • At projected returns (-3.0% appreciation + 3.4% rent growth), your $42k cash investment doubles in ~10 years — after that, you're playing with house money.

Negotiation context

  • It's been on market 62 days — a 6% lower offer ($141k) is reasonable based on typical stale-listing flexibility.

Risks & watch-outs

  • Watch-outs: built in 1958 — expect roof / HVAC / electrical / plumbing capex.
  • Climate carrying-cost: severe wind risk, 99% chance of damaging wind over 30y; extreme-heat days projected 7→22/yr by 2055 (HVAC capex compounding) — expect insurance premiums to compound above CPI over the hold.
Recommended offer $141,000 (6.0% below list)

Questions for the listing agent

  1. It's been on market 62 days. Have you received any prior offers? Is the seller open to a 6% concession, seller financing, or rate buy-down credit?
  2. Built in 1958 — when were the roof, HVAC, electrical panel, plumbing, and water heater last replaced?
  3. Why hasn't it sold? Are there any deal-killer items the seller is aware of (foundation, flood, title, zoning, code violations)?
  4. Is there a deadline driving the sale (1031 exchange, divorce, estate, relocation)? That informs how much negotiation room exists.
  5. 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.
  6. 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.
  7. 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
1.13%
Cap rate
9.57%
Cash-on-cash
11.71%
DSCR
1.52
GRM
7.4

CMA / ARV

ARV (median comp)
$124,648
List price
$150,000
Delta
20.34%
Verdict
OVERPRICED
Comps
20 within 1.0 mi
Show comp detail 7 sales within ~0.75 mi
Address Dist Beds/Ba Sqft Sold Price $/sf Match
3344 Marcus Dr 0.09mi 2/1.0 (-1) 816 (0%) 2mo $68,000 $83 89
3317 Marcus Dr 0.06mi 2/1.0 (-1) 930 (+14%) 19mo $105,000 $113 53
3108 N G St 0.46mi 2/1.0 (-1) 720 (-12%) 3mo $75,000 $104 52
1006 W Hayes St 0.46mi 2/1.0 (-1) 778 (-5%) 23mo $135,000 $174 47
3001 Torres Ave 0.73mi 3/1.0 912 (+12%) 6mo $130,000 $143 41
3219 N Tarragona St 0.38mi 2/2.0 (-1) 937 (+15%) 12mo $184,990 $197 38
123 Berkley Dr 0.67mi 3/1.0 912 (+12%) 23mo $185,000 $203 30

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 · 3.39% rent growth · sell at horizon

5-year hold
IRR
1.5%
Equity multiple
1.06×
Total profit
$2,432
Equity at exit
$22,365
10-year hold
IRR
11.5%
Equity multiple
1.91×
Total profit
$38,348
Equity at exit
$12,969

Cash invested: $42,000 (down + closing). Projections, not guarantees.

Landlord ↔ Tenant lean methodology

Overall (STATE)
87 Strongly Landlord-Friendly
State Florida
87 Strongly Landlord-Friendly · R+3
County
— inherits STATE
City
— inherits STATE
3-day pay-or-quit; preempts local rent control; landlord-friendly statutes. Court speed varies by county.

ZIP-level market 32503

Rents YoY
3.4%
Active inventory
239
Price-to-rent
7.4×

Monthly cashflow live

Estimated rent
$1,699 high interval (Pro) →
Mortgage (P&I)
$787
Tax from tax record
$83 /mo · $1,002/yr
Insurance
$62
HOA
$0
Vacancy / Maint / Mgmt
$357
Net cashflow
$410

Break-even live

Break-even rent $1,181
Max offer price $150,000
Occupancy floor 71%

Sensitivity live

Price -10% $495 -5% $452 +0% $410 +5% $367 +10% $325
Rent -10% $276 -5% $343 +0% $410 +5% $477 +10% $544
Rate -1.0pp $485 -0.5pp $448 base $410 +0.5pp $371 +1.0pp $331

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
$37,500
Closing costs
$4,500
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?

Short-term bridge; refi at stabilization.

Rent comps 7 comps

AddressBedsBaths SqftRent$/sqft DOM Units Dist
2310 N Baylen St Pensacola, FL 2.0 1.0 660 $1,350 $2.05 24d 1 0.86mi
3131 N 10th Ave Pensacola, FL 3.0 1.5 1085 $1,700 $1.57 24d 1 0.87mi
721 W Jordan St Pensacola, FL 3.0 2.0 1030 $1,895 $1.84 24d 1 1.02mi
531 Ditmar St Unit B Pensacola, FL 2.0 1.0 1094 $1,450 $1.33 24d 1 1.12mi
2008 N 8th Ave Pensacola, FL 3.0 2.0 1058 $1,250 $1.18 15d 1 1.27mi
2115 N 12th Ave Pensacola, FL 2.0 1.5 950 $1,800 $1.89 15d 1 1.39mi
538 Royce St Unit 1A Pensacola, FL 2.0 1.0 1000 $1,425 $1.43 24d 1 1.42mi

Listing history 10 events

  1. 2026-06-10
    days on market $150,000 Active 62 DOM
  2. 2026-06-09
    days on market $150,000 Active 61 DOM
  3. 2026-06-08
    days on market $150,000 Active 60 DOM
  4. 2026-06-07
    days on market $150,000 Active 59 DOM
  5. 2026-06-03
    days on market $150,000 Active 55 DOM
  6. 2026-06-02
    days on market $150,000 Active 54 DOM
  7. 2026-06-01
    days on market $150,000 Active 53 DOM
  8. 2026-05-31
    days on market $150,000 Active 52 DOM
  9. 2026-05-31
    days on market $150,000 Active 51 DOM
  10. 2026-04-09
    listed $150,000 Active 845-char remark
    Show marketing remark (845 chars)

    Affordable Pensacola Home with Investment Potential! Looking for an affordable home in Pensacola with great location and rental potential? This 3-bedroom, 1-bath property offers easy access to the interstate, downtown Pensacola, and the Cordova Mall area—making it ideal for commuters, first-time buyers, or investors. The home features a functional layout with a laundry area located in the garage, a covered carport, and a spacious backyard perfect for outdoor living or future improvements. Fresh exterior paint adds curb appeal and makes this home move-in ready while still offering room to add value. Whether you’re searching for an affordable primary residence or a strong rental property in Pensacola, this home checks all the boxes. Don’t miss your chance to own in a convenient location with great upside potential!

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

Tax reassessment forecast FL · Resets to sale price

Current annual tax
$1,002 · $83/mo
Projected year-2 tax
$1,245 · $104/mo
Expected delta
+$243/yr (+$20/mo · 24.3%)

ⓘ 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 10/10 Extreme 7 d/yr ≥105°F today · 22 d/yr by 30 yrs out
  • 💨 Wind 9/10 Extreme 99% chance of damaging wind over 30 yrs
  • 🫁 Air quality 2/10 Low 0 unhealthy d/yr today · 1 by 30 yrs out

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Walkable amenities ~0.75 mi

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Taxation est. · year 1

Rental income
$20,393
− Mortgage interest
−$8,402
− Property taxes
−$1,002
− Insurance
−$750
− Repairs & maintenance
−$1,631
− Management
−$1,631
− Depreciation
−$4,364
Taxable income
$2,612
combined federal + state — saved on this device
Est. tax owed @ 24.0%
−$627
After-tax cash flow
$4,292/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
Escambia
NCES district ID
1200510
Math proficiency
40% ▼ -9.00%
Reading proficiency
45% ▼ -4.00%
Median HH income
$44,649
Composite
36.04/100
National rank
#4773
State rank
#56 of 73 in FL

Livability — Pensacola

Score
83/100
State rank
#53
US rank
#924

Category grades

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

Schools grade is shown separately in the Schools card above.

Census & demographics

Census place
Pensacola, FL
County
Escambia County · 301,722 people
City population
237,636
Metro
Pensacola-Ferry Pass-Brent, FL
Population (ZIP)
33,559
Household income
$71,411
Rent vs Own
30.8% rent · 69.2% own
Severe rent burden
948.0

Population outlook (Escambia County) Hauer SSP2

Today (2025)
334,637 people
By 2030
345,779 · +3.3%
By 2040
364,828 · +9.0%
By 2050
378,514 · +13.1%
By 2075
403,220 · +20.5%
By 2100
386,125 · +15.4%

Race, ethnicity, and origin ACS 2023

Neighborhood character
Predominantly White (68%)
Race & ethnicity
White 68% Black 20% Two or more races 6% Hispanic / Latino 5% Asian 2%
Common ancestry
Lithuanian 3% Italian 2% Romanian 2%
Foreign-born
5% · Canada, China
Languages at home
93% English-only · Spanish 3% Arabic 1% Tagalog/Filipino 1%

Political lean MEDSL · Escambia

2024 margin
R (+19.5) · D 39.7% · R 59.2% · Other 1.1%
2008→2024 swing
-0.2pp no change · 2008: -19.3pp · 2024: -19.5pp
All cycles
2024: R+19.5 2020: R+15.1 2016: R+20.6 2012: R+20.6 2008: R+19.3

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Civics

Market trends

HPI YoY
▼ -300.02%
Current HPI
294.4873
Rent YoY
▲ 3.39%
Metro
Pensacola-Ferry Pass-Brent, FL
State GDP YoY
▲ 3.28%
F500 in state
36

Industry mix (Fortune 500 HQ in FL)

Industry F500 HQs Revenue

Price history

1 event — show timeline
  • 2026-04-09 Listed $150,000 PARMLS

Property tax history

+6.4%/yr

Latest (2025): $1,002 · +8.1% YoY. Source: county tax records.

Cash-flow waterfall

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Sold comps — $/sqft

last 12 mo · ≤1 mi

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