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113 Delavan Ave #2
D+ Composite 47.27
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 +15.0/30.0
  • ARV discount +7.5/15.0
  • 1% rule +5.0/10.0
  • DSCR +5.0/10.0
  • Appreciation +5.0/10.0
  • Livability +3.4/5.0
  • Rent growth +2.5/5.0
  • Condition / age +2.5/5.0
  • Schools +1.4/10.0

$2,700

113 Delavan Ave #2 · Newark, NJ 07104-3016
4 bd · 2.0 ba · 1,117 sqft · Condo · 110 Days on market
Built 1908

🖨 Deal sheet 📄 Offer letter ✓ Due diligence

Listing remarks MLS

Welcome to 113 Delavan Ave Unit #2, Newark, NJ, a well-located apartment offering comfort, convenience, and city living at its best. This bright and spacious unit features a functional layout with generous living space, natural light throughout, and a welcoming atmosphere perfect for everyday living. The apartment includes a comfortable living area, a well-sized kitchen, and ample room for relaxation and entertaining. Conveniently located near public transportation, major highways, shopping, dining, and local schools, this home provides easy access to downtown Newark and a quick commute to NYC. A great opportunity for anyone looking for an affordable and accessible place to call home in Newark. Schedule your showing today! INTERIOR

Key facts

  • 2,178 sq ft lot
  • Built 1908
  • Listed 109 days

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 4-bed/2.0-bath condo listed at $3k.

Deal economics

  • At list price, monthly cash flow is $2k ($26k/yr) — positive.
  • The deal already cash-flows at list — no discount required.
  • Meets the 1% rule at list price ($3k rent vs $3k).
  • Recommended offer: $2k (9.0% below list) — sets the bar for market timing.
  • Cap rate 954.3% vs local median 3.0% in Newark — 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 67/100 on livability (#343 in NJ) — a middle-class / working-renter tenant base. Strengths: commute A+, amenities A-; Watch: schools D+, housing D+, crime F.
  • Newark Public School District (urban): math 9% / reading 26% proficiency, ranked #452 of 472 in NJ (top 96%) — low school quality limits family demand, transient renter base, plan for 1-2y turnover; 79% free/reduced lunch — lower-income household profile, screen leases tightly.
  • Market conditions: 1 active listings in the ZIP; 10 comparable units currently listed for rent nearby; rentals at typical pace (median 25d on market — plan ~3-4 weeks tenant-placement turnaround); 3,364 units permitted in Essex County in 2024 (2,551 in 5+ unit buildings).

Forward outlook

  • In year one you build about $100 of equity ($19 loan paydown + $81 appreciation (3.0% local appreciation)).
  • Essex County population projected at +3% by 2050 — modest demand growth; plan on rents tracking national, not racing it.
  • At projected returns (3.0% appreciation + 3.0% rent growth), your $756 cash investment doubles in ~1 year — after that, you're playing with house money.

Negotiation context

  • It's been on market 110 days — a 9% lower offer ($2k) is reasonable based on typical stale-listing flexibility.

Risks & watch-outs

  • Watch-outs: built in 1908 — expect roof / HVAC / electrical / plumbing capex.
  • Climate carrying-cost: major wind risk, 27% chance of damaging wind over 30y; extreme-heat days projected 7→15/yr by 2055 (HVAC capex compounding) — expect insurance premiums to compound above CPI over the hold.
Recommended offer $2,457 (9.0% below list)

Questions for the listing agent

  1. It's been on market 110 days. Have you received any prior offers? Is the seller open to a 9% concession, seller financing, or rate buy-down credit?
  2. Built in 1908 — when were the roof, HVAC, electrical panel, plumbing, and water heater last replaced?
  3. 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?
  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 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?
  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 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
100.88%
Cap rate
954.35%
Cash-on-cash
3385.92%
DSCR
151.65
GRM
0.1

CMA / ARV

No comps found within radius.

Projected returns pro-forma

3.0% appreciation · 3.0% rent growth · sell at horizon

5-year hold
IRR
Equity multiple
181.19×
Total profit
$136,226
Equity at exit
$1,214
10-year hold
IRR
Equity multiple
390.69×
Total profit
$294,607
Equity at exit
$1,871

Cash invested: $756 (down + closing). Projections, not guarantees.

Landlord ↔ Tenant lean methodology

Overall (CITY)
0 Strongly Tenant-Friendly
State New Jersey
21 Tenant-Leaning · D+6
County
— inherits STATE
City Newark
0 Strongly Tenant-Friendly · D+59
Rent control + strict just-cause.

ZIP-level market 07104-3016

Active inventory
1
Price-to-rent
0.1×

Monthly cashflow live

Estimated rent
$2,724 high interval (Pro) →
Mortgage (P&I)
$14
Tax est. 1.5%
$3 /mo · $40/yr
Insurance
$1
HOA
$0
Vacancy / Maint / Mgmt
$572
Net cashflow
$2,133

Break-even live

Break-even rent $24
Max offer price $2,700
Occupancy floor 17%

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
$675
Closing costs
$81
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 10 comps

AddressBedsBaths SqftRent$/sqft DOM Units Dist
583 Mount Prospect Ave Newark, NJ 1.0–3.0 1.0 1125 $2,395 $2.13 24d 5 0.24mi
206 Highland Ave Unit 1 Kearny, NJ 3.0 1.0 1000 $3,400 $3.40 7d 1 0.83mi
101 4th Ave Newark, NJ 4.0 2.0 1375 $2,900 $2.11 24d 1 0.98mi
479 N 6th St Newark, NJ 3.0 2.0 1000 $2,800 $2.80 24d 1 1.12mi
69 Lake St Unit 2 Belleville, NJ 4.0 1.0 1152 $2,900 $2.52 25d 1 1.12mi
69 Lake St Unit 2nd Floor Belleville, NJ 4.0 1.0 1152 $2,900 $2.52 21d 1 1.12mi
491 N 11th St Unit 2 Newark, NJ 3.0 2.0 1400 $2,500 $1.79 12d 1 1.18mi
53 Devon Ter Unit 2 Kearny, NJ 3.0 1.0 1200 $2,300 $1.92 13d 1 1.21mi
74 Webster St Unit 4D Newark, NJ 3.0 3.0 1162 $3,400 $2.93 24d 1 1.34mi
6 Ralph St Unit 1A Belleville, NJ 3.0 3.0 1380 $2,900 $2.10 3d 1 1.47mi

HOA detail condo

Monthly dues
$0 · $0/yr
Assessments
None detected in remarks — confirm with the listing agent.

Listing history 15 events

  1. 2026-06-18
    days on market $2,700 Active 110 DOM
  2. 2026-06-17
    days on market $2,700 Active 109 DOM
  3. 2026-06-16
    days on market $2,700 Active 108 DOM
  4. 2026-06-15
    days on market $2,700 Active 107 DOM
  5. 2026-06-13
    days on market $2,700 Active 105 DOM
  6. 2026-06-13
    days on market $2,700 Active 104 DOM
  7. 2026-06-09
    days on market $2,700 Active 101 DOM
  8. 2026-06-08
    days on market $2,700 Active 100 DOM
  9. 2026-06-07
    days on market $2,700 Active 99 DOM
  10. 2026-06-04
    days on market $2,700 Active 96 DOM
  11. 2026-06-03
    days on market $2,700 Active 95 DOM
  12. 2026-06-02
    days on market $2,700 Active 94 DOM
  13. 2026-06-01
    days on market $2,700 Active 93 DOM
  14. 2026-05-31
    days on market $2,700 Active 92 DOM
  15. 2026-02-28
    listed $2,700 Active 741-char remark
    Show marketing remark (741 chars)

    Welcome to 113 Delavan Ave Unit #2, Newark, NJ, a well-located apartment offering comfort, convenience, and city living at its best. This bright and spacious unit features a functional layout with generous living space, natural light throughout, and a welcoming atmosphere perfect for everyday living. The apartment includes a comfortable living area, a well-sized kitchen, and ample room for relaxation and entertaining. Conveniently located near public transportation, major highways, shopping, dining, and local schools, this home provides easy access to downtown Newark and a quick commute to NYC. A great opportunity for anyone looking for an affordable and accessible place to call home in Newark. Schedule your showing today! INTERIOR

ⓘ 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 7/10 Severe 7 d/yr ≥99°F today · 15 d/yr by 30 yrs out
  • 💨 Wind 6/10 Major 27% chance of damaging wind over 30 yrs
  • 🫁 Air quality 4/10 Moderate 3 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
$32,685
− Mortgage interest
−$151
− Property taxes
−$40
− Insurance
−$14
− Repairs & maintenance
−$2,615
− Management
−$2,615
− Depreciation
−$79
Taxable income
$27,172
combined federal + state — saved on this device
Est. tax owed @ 24.0%
−$6,521
After-tax cash flow
$19,076/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
Newark Public School District
NCES district ID
3411340
Math proficiency
9% ▼ -17.00%
Reading proficiency
26% ▼ -10.00%
Median HH income
$33,891
Composite
14.24/100
National rank
#9449
State rank
#452 of 472 in NJ

Livability — Newark

Score
67/100
State rank
#343
US rank
#11138

Category grades

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

Schools grade is shown separately in the Schools card above.

Census & demographics

Census place
Newark, NJ

Population outlook (Essex County) Hauer SSP2

Today (2025)
825,042 people
By 2030
834,010 · +1.1%
By 2040
846,221 · +2.6%
By 2050
850,047 · +3.0%
By 2075
837,009 · +1.5%
By 2100
784,345 · -4.9%

Not yet ingested

Political lean
Race & ethnicity
Common origin
Civics

Market trends

HPI YoY
Current HPI
Rent YoY
Metro
State GDP YoY
▲ 2.05%
F500 in state
34

Industry mix (Fortune 500 HQ in NJ)

Industry F500 HQs Revenue

Price history

1 event — show timeline
  • 2026-02-28 Listed $2,700 GSMLS

Cash-flow waterfall

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Sold comps — $/sqft

last 12 mo · ≤1 mi

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