271 Muriel St · La Marque, TX 77568

$175,000

3 bd · 1.5 ba · 1,345 sqft · SingleFamily public records · 335 Days on market

Built 1970 9,417 sqft lot $130/sqft · 19% above area Est $147k · 19% over

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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).

• Cash flow +19.5/30.0
• DSCR +6.2/10.0
• 1% rule +6.0/10.0
• Rent growth +3.5/5.0
• Livability +3.0/5.0
• Condition / age +2.5/5.0
• Schools +2.4/10.0
• ARV discount +0.0/15.0
• Appreciation +0.0/10.0

Listing remarks MLS

Investor’s Dream! This charming 3-bedroom, 1.5-bathroom home sits on an oversized corner lot, offering endless potential for expansion or redevelopment. The property features a spacious layout with a bonus room perfect for a home office, game room, or potential 4th bedroom. Inside, you’ll find a light-filled living area, a functional kitchen with ample cabinet space, and generously sized bedrooms. The full bathroom includes a shower/tub combo, while the convenient half-bath adds extra comfort for guests. The large yard offers plenty of room for additions, a pool, or outdoor entertainment, making this property an ideal opportunity for investors, flippers, or buyers looking to build equity. Don’t miss this one—it’s a rare find with solid bones and major upside potential!

Key facts

• Oversized corner lot
• Functional kitchen
• Bonus room

Tags

• OVERSIZED CORNER LOT
• BONUS ROOM
• LIGHT FILLED LIVING AREA
• FUNCTIONAL KITCHEN
• LARGE YARD

What this means for you Summary

Snapshot

• This is a 3-bed/1.5-bath single-family listed at $175k.

Deal economics

• At list price, monthly cash flow is $132 ($2k/yr) — positive.
• The deal already cash-flows at list — no discount required.
• Meets the 1% rule at list price ($2k rent vs $175k).
• Recommended offer: $154k (12.0% below list) — sets the bar for market timing.
• Cap rate 7.7% vs local median 5.6% in La Marque — 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 59/100 on livability (#1,136 in TX) — a working-class tenant base; expect higher turnover. Strengths: cost of living A+, housing A+; Watch: employment D, schools F, crime F.
• Texas City ISD (suburban): math 28% / reading 29% proficiency, ranked #655 of 826 in TX (top 79%) — low school quality limits family demand, transient renter base, plan for 1-2y turnover; 66% free/reduced lunch — lower-income household profile, screen leases tightly.
• Market conditions: Rents rising (+4.0%/yr); 661 active listings in the ZIP; 8 comparable units currently listed for rent nearby; rentals at typical pace (median 26d on market — plan ~3-4 weeks tenant-placement turnaround); 3,258 units permitted in Galveston County in 2024 (0 in 5+ unit buildings).
• This rent runs 31% of the median local income ($75k/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 $1k of loan paydown is wiped out by about $5k of value loss. Plan a longer hold.
• Galveston County population projected at +43% by 2050 — long-run rental-demand tailwind backs the buy-and-hold thesis.

Negotiation context

• It's been on market 335 days — a 12% lower offer ($154k) is reasonable based on typical stale-listing flexibility.
• 2 sale attempts 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

• Watch-outs: flood insurance adds $66/mo.
• Climate carrying-cost: severe flood risk; severe wind risk, 99% chance of damaging wind over 30y; extreme-heat days projected 7→27/yr by 2055 (HVAC capex compounding) — expect insurance premiums to compound above CPI over the hold.

Recommended offer $154,000 (12.0% below list)

Questions for the listing agent

1. It's been on market 335 days. Have you received any prior offers? Is the seller open to a 12% concession, seller financing, or rate buy-down credit?
2. Built in 1970 — when were the roof, HVAC, electrical panel, plumbing, and water heater last replaced?
3. What's the actual annual flood-insurance premium (NFIP or private), and is the property in a SFHA with mandatory coverage?
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. 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?
8. 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?
9. 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.
10. 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.
11. 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: 1.10% ✓
• Cap rate: 7.66%
• Cash-on-cash: 4.87%
• DSCR: 1.22
• GRM: 7.6

CMA / ARV

• ARV (median comp): $146,643
• List price: $175,000
• Delta: 19.34%
• Verdict: OVERPRICED
• Comps: 20 within 1.0 mi

Show comp detail 12 sales within ~0.75 mi

Address	Dist	Beds/Ba	Sqft	Sold	Price	$/sf	Match
810 Stubbs St	0.38mi	3/2.0	1,350 (+0%)	5mo	$199,000	$147	76
252 Muriel St	0.06mi	4/2.0 (+1)	1,232 (-8%)	3mo	$120,960	$98	74
821 Cypress St	0.39mi	3/1.5	1,414 (+5%)	4mo	$119,900	$85	70
431 Grafton St	0.28mi	4/2.0 (+1)	1,436 (+7%)	2mo	$169,900	$118	67
904 Stubbs St	0.40mi	3/2.0	1,416 (+5%)	5mo	$114,900	$81	66
1603 S Oak St	0.39mi	3/1.0	1,271 (-6%)	7mo	$199,900	$157	65
401 Honeysuckle Dr	0.43mi	4/1.0 (+1)	1,274 (-5%)	3mo	$85,000	$67	62
316 Avenue B	0.74mi	4/2.0 (+1)	1,354 (+1%)	2mo	$170,000	$126	56
1019 Spruce St	0.36mi	2/1.5 (-1)	1,192 (-11%)	6mo	$150,000	$126	54
1729 Hawthorne St	0.62mi	2/1.5 (-1)	1,236 (-8%)	1mo	$165,000	$133	52
1010 Ross St	0.46mi	3/2.5	1,520 (+13%)	3mo	$269,000	$177	50
612 Honeysuckle Dr	0.57mi	3/2.0	1,504 (+12%)	4mo	$159,000	$106	48

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 · 3.95% rent growth · sell at horizon

5-year hold

• IRR: -9.9%
• Equity multiple: 0.63×
• Total profit: $-17,922
• Equity at exit: $26,093

10-year hold

• IRR: 1.0%
• Equity multiple: 1.07×
• Total profit: $3,610
• Equity at exit: $15,131

Cash invested: $49,000 (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

3-day notice; statewide preemption; one of the fastest eviction climates; Travis County (Austin) slightly slower.

Methodology + full state rankings →

ZIP-level market 77568

• Home prices YoY: -22.7%
• Rents YoY: 4.0%
• Active inventory: 661
• Price-to-rent: 7.6×

Monthly cashflow live

• Estimated rent: $1,928 high
• Mortgage (P&I): −$918
• Tax from tax record: −$334 /mo · $4,006/yr
• Insurance: −$73
• Flood insurance flood zone: −$66 /mo · $798/yr
• HOA: −$0
• Vacancy / Maint / Mgmt: −$405
• Net cashflow: $132

Break-even live

Break-even rent $1,761

Max offer price $175,000

Occupancy floor 88%

Sensitivity live

Price	-10% $231	-5% $182	+0% $132	+5% $83	+10% $33
Rent	-10% $-20	-5% $56	+0% $132	+5% $209	+10% $285
Rate	-1.0pp $221	-0.5pp $177	base $132	+0.5pp $87	+1.0pp $41

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: $43,750
• Closing costs: $5,250
• Reserves months: —
• Total cash needed: —

Rent comps 8 comps

Address	Beds	Baths	Sqft	Rent	$/sqft	DOM	Units	Dist
509 Bluebonnet Dr La Marque, TX	4.0	1.0	1223	$1,550	$1.27	45d	1	0.39mi
105 Plum St La Marque, TX	4.0	1.5	1329	$2,100	$1.58	5d	1	0.77mi
4417 Edward St Texas City, TX	2.0	2.0	983	$1,150	$1.17	4d	1	1.08mi
4417 Edward St Texas City, TX	2.0	2.0	983	$1,100	$1.12	5d	1	1.08mi
113 N Pecan Dr Texas City, TX	4.0	2.0	1468	$3,000	$2.04	45d	1	1.13mi
203 Beatrice St La Marque, TX	3.0	1.0	1304	$1,395	$1.07	26d	1	1.17mi
1825 Bayou Rd La Marque, TX	2.0	1.0	1200	$1,195	$1.00	45d	1	1.21mi
1230 Kirsten St La Marque, TX	3.0	2.0	1704	$1,660	$0.97	4d	1	1.24mi

Listing history 18 events

1. 2026-06-21
   days on market $175,000 Active 335 DOM
2. 2026-06-18
   days on market $175,000 Active 332 DOM
3. 2026-06-17
   days on market $175,000 Active 331 DOM
4. 2026-06-16
   days on market $175,000 Active 330 DOM
5. 2026-06-15
   days on market $175,000 Active 329 DOM
6. 2026-06-13
   days on market $175,000 Active 327 DOM
7. 2026-06-09
   days on market $175,000 Active 323 DOM
8. 2026-06-08
   days on market $175,000 Active 322 DOM
9. 2026-06-07
   days on market $175,000 Active 321 DOM
10. 2026-06-04
    days on market $175,000 Active 318 DOM
11. 2026-06-03
    days on market $175,000 Active 317 DOM
12. 2026-06-02
    days on market $175,000 Active 316 DOM
13. 2026-06-01
    days on market $175,000 Active 315 DOM
14. 2026-05-31
    days on market $175,000 Active 314 DOM
15. 2025-07-21
    historical

    Show marketing remark (809 chars)

    Investor’s Dream! This charming 3-bedroom, 1.5-bathroom home sits on an oversized corner lot, offering endless potential for expansion or redevelopment. The property features a spacious layout with a bonus room perfect for a home office, game room, or potential 4th bedroom. Inside, you’ll find a light-filled living area, a functional kitchen with ample cabinet space, and generously sized bedrooms. The full bathroom includes a shower/tub combo, while the convenient half-bath adds extra comfort for guests. The large yard offers plenty of room for additions, a pool, or outdoor entertainment, making this property an ideal opportunity for investors, flippers, or buyers looking to build equity. Don’t miss this one—it’s a rare find with solid bones and major upside potential!

16. 2025-07-21
    listed $175,000 Active 809-char remark

    Show marketing remark (809 chars)

    Investor’s Dream! This charming 3-bedroom, 1.5-bathroom home sits on an oversized corner lot, offering endless potential for expansion or redevelopment. The property features a spacious layout with a bonus room perfect for a home office, game room, or potential 4th bedroom. Inside, you’ll find a light-filled living area, a functional kitchen with ample cabinet space, and generously sized bedrooms. The full bathroom includes a shower/tub combo, while the convenient half-bath adds extra comfort for guests. The large yard offers plenty of room for additions, a pool, or outdoor entertainment, making this property an ideal opportunity for investors, flippers, or buyers looking to build equity. Don’t miss this one—it’s a rare find with solid bones and major upside potential!

17. 2025-06-13
    listed $175,000 Active
18. 2025-06-02
    historical

ⓘ 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: $4,006 · $334/mo
• Projected year-2 tax: $4,006 · $334/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 8/10 Severe FEMA zone X · 60% chance over 30 yrs
• 🔥 Wildfire 2/10 Low
• 🌡 Heat 10/10 Extreme 7 d/yr ≥109°F today · 27 d/yr by 30 yrs out
• 💨 Wind 10/10 Extreme 99% chance of damaging wind over 30 yrs
• 🫁 Air quality 3/10 Moderate 2 unhealthy d/yr today · 2 by 30 yrs out

Taxation est. · year 1

• Rental income: $23,140
• − Mortgage interest: −$9,803
• − Property taxes: −$4,006
• − Insurance: −$1,672
• − Repairs & maintenance: −$1,851
• − Management: −$1,851
• − Depreciation: −$5,091
• Taxable loss: −$1,135
• Est. tax savings @ 24.0%: +$272
• After-tax cash flow: $1,861/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: Texas City ISD
• NCES district ID: 4842510
• Math proficiency: 28% ▼ -10.00%
• Reading proficiency: 29% ▼ -4.00%
• Median HH income: $44,875
• Composite: 24.47/100
• National rank: #7664
• State rank: #655 of 826 in TX

Livability — La Marque

• Score: 59/100
• State rank: #1136
• US rank: #20037

Category grades

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

Schools grade is shown separately in the Schools card above.

Census & demographics

• Census place: La Marque, TX
• County: Galveston County · 357,330 people
• City population: 23,083
• Metro: Houston-The Woodlands-Sugar Land, TX
• Population (ZIP): 23,083
• Household income: $74,694
• Rent vs Own: 28.0% rent · 72.0% own
• Severe rent burden: 700.0

Population outlook (Galveston County) Hauer SSP2

• Today (2025): 390,640 people
• By 2030: 425,226 · +8.9%
• By 2040: 493,765 · +26.4%
• By 2050: 559,698 · +43.3%
• By 2075: 719,260 · +84.1%
• By 2100: 819,628 · +109.8%

Race, ethnicity, and origin ACS 2023

• Neighborhood character: Highly diverse neighborhood (Simpson 0.71)
• Race & ethnicity: White 37% Hispanic / Latino 29% Black 26% Two or more races 17% Asian 3%
• Hispanic origin (detail): Mexican 22% Puerto Rican 1%
• Common ancestry: Lithuanian 1% Italian 1% Serbian 1%
• Foreign-born: 8% · Canada
• Languages at home: 77% English-only · Spanish 21% Tagalog/Filipino 1% Other Asian/Pacific 1%

Political lean MEDSL · Galveston

• 2024 margin: Strong R (+27.4) · D 35.7% · R 63.1% · Other 1.2%
• 2008→2024 swing: -7.9pp toward R · 2008: -19.5pp · 2024: -27.4pp
• All cycles: 2024: R+27.4 2020: R+22.6 2016: R+22.6 2012: R+26.9 2008: R+19.5

Not yet ingested

• Civics: —

Market trends

• HPI YoY: ▼ -69.39%
• Current HPI: 236.0239
• Rent YoY: ▲ 3.95%
• 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
▸Energy	16	$1,198B
▸Technology	5	$198B
▸Engineering / Construction	4	$72B
▸Energy Services	3	$60B
▸Utilities	3	$41B
▸Healthcare	2	$330B

Price history

+0.0% since first listed

4 events — show timeline

• 2025-07-21 Listed $175,000 HARMLS
• 2025-07-21 Listing Removed — HARMLS
• 2025-06-13 Listed $175,000 HARMLS
• 2025-06-02 Coming Soon — HARMLS

Property tax history

+15.5%/yr

Latest (2025): $4,006 · +16.8% YoY. Source: county tax records.