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716 N Grand Ave Unit I-5
B+ Composite 78.04
Why this score? — see what drove the B+ 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 +30.0/30.0
  • ARV discount +15.0/15.0
  • 1% rule +10.0/10.0
  • DSCR +10.0/10.0
  • Schools +4.7/10.0
  • Livability +3.6/5.0
  • Rent growth +2.5/5.0
  • Condition / age +2.2/5.0
  • Appreciation +0.0/10.0

$46,900

716 N Grand Ave Unit I-5 · Covina, CA 91724
1 bd · 1.0 ba · 440 sqft · Manufactured · 135 Days on market
Built 1975 Fair condition $107/sqft · 41% below area Est $79k · 41% under

🖨 Deal sheet 📄 Offer letter ✓ Due diligence

Listing remarks MLS

Charming mobile home in a prime location with quick and easy freeway access — perfect for commuters! This well-kept home offers comfortable living with a newer roof and ac system and a bright, open layout and great natural light throughout. Conveniently located near shopping, dining, and everyday essentials while still providing a peaceful place to call home. A great opportunity for affordable living in a super convenient area!

Key facts

  • Parking
  • Community pool
  • Built 1975

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 1-bed/1.0-bath manufactured listed at $47k. Condition is rated fair.

Deal economics

  • At list price, monthly cash flow is $1k ($14k/yr) — positive.
  • The deal already cash-flows at list — no discount required.
  • Meets the 1% rule at list price ($2k rent vs $47k).
  • Recommended offer: $41k (12.0% below list) — sets the bar for market timing.
  • Cap rate 37.1% vs local median 2.4% in Covina — 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 72/100 on livability (#181 in CA) — a middle-class / working-renter tenant base. Strengths: amenities A+, commute A+, employment A+; Watch: schools C-, crime C-, health & safety C-.
  • Charter Oak Unified (suburban): math 45% / reading 55% proficiency, ranked #387 of 1,400 in CA (top 28%) — acceptable for families but not a draw, mixed tenant base, ~2y average lease.
  • Market conditions: 66 active listings in the ZIP; 1 comparable units currently listed for rent nearby; solid renter incomes; 19,697 units permitted in Los Angeles County in 2024 (9,426 in 5+ unit buildings).

Forward outlook

  • Local home prices are declining (-3.0%/yr); year-one equity from $324 of loan paydown is wiped out by about $1k of value loss. Plan a longer hold.
  • Los Angeles County population projected at +9% by 2050 — modest demand growth; plan on rents tracking national, not racing it.
  • At projected returns (-3.0% appreciation + 3.0% rent growth), your $13k cash investment doubles in ~1 year — after that, you're playing with house money.

Negotiation context

  • It's been on market 135 days — a 12% lower offer ($41k) is reasonable based on typical stale-listing flexibility.
  • 3 sale attempts since 5y 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.
  • Current owner paid $25k; list at $47k implies a 88% gain — meaningful room to come down on a strong offer.

Risks & watch-outs

  • Climate carrying-cost: moderate wildfire risk; extreme-heat days projected 7→20/yr by 2055 (HVAC capex compounding) — expect insurance premiums to compound above CPI over the hold.
Recommended offer $41,272 (12.0% below list)

Questions for the listing agent

  1. It's been on market 135 days. Have you received any prior offers? Is the seller open to a 12% concession, seller financing, or rate buy-down credit?
  2. Have any recent inspections been done? Can we get a copy of the seller's disclosures and any deferred-maintenance estimates?
  3. Built in 1975 — when were the roof, HVAC, electrical panel, plumbing, and water heater last replaced?
  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. 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.
  7. 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.
  8. 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
4.12%
Cap rate
37.06%
Cash-on-cash
109.89%
DSCR
5.89
GRM
2.0

CMA / ARV

ARV (median comp)
$79,408
List price
$46,900
Delta
-40.94%
Verdict
UNDERPRICED
Comps
2 within 1.0 mi
Show comp detail 5 sales within ~0.75 mi
Address Dist Beds/Ba Sqft Sold Price $/sf Match
19548 Cypress St #33 0.17mi 1/1.0 396 (-10%) 3mo $80,000 $202 73
716 N Grand Unit G8 0.01mi 2/2.0 (+1) 420 (-4%) 22mo $43,000 $102 65
19548-26 E Cypress #26 0.19mi 2/1.0 (+1) 390 (-11%) 7mo $80,000 $205 62
19548 E Cypress St #40 0.16mi 1/1.0 480 (+9%) 21mo $80,000 $167 60
375 E San Bernardino Rd Unit A12 0.73mi 1/1.0 432 (-2%) 19mo $84,999 $197 47

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 · 3.0% rent growth · sell at horizon

5-year hold
IRR
Equity multiple
6.26×
Total profit
$69,019
Equity at exit
$6,993
10-year hold
IRR
Equity multiple
13.10×
Total profit
$158,840
Equity at exit
$4,055

Cash invested: $13,132 (down + closing). Projections, not guarantees.

Landlord ↔ Tenant lean methodology

Overall (STATE)
18 Strongly Tenant-Friendly
State California
18 Strongly Tenant-Friendly · D+13
County
— inherits STATE
City
— inherits STATE
AB1482 statewide rent cap (10% + CPI). Cities (SF/LA/Berkeley) layer stricter rules. Just-cause statewide.

ZIP-level market 91724

Active inventory
66
Price-to-rent
2.0×

Monthly cashflow live

Estimated rent
$1,932 medium interval (Pro) →
Mortgage (P&I)
$246
Tax est. 1.5%
$59 /mo · $704/yr
Insurance
$20
HOA
$0
Vacancy / Maint / Mgmt
$406
Net cashflow
$1,203

Break-even live

Break-even rent $410
Max offer price $46,900
Occupancy floor 33%

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
$11,725
Closing costs
$1,407
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 1 comps

AddressBedsBaths SqftRent$/sqft DOM Units Dist
320 N Lyman Ave Unit STUDIO Covina, CA 1.0 340 $1,700 $5.00 13d 1 1.26mi

Listing history 20 events

  1. 2026-06-18
    days on market $46,900 Active 135 DOM
  2. 2026-06-17
    days on market $46,900 Active 134 DOM
  3. 2026-06-16
    days on market $46,900 Active 133 DOM
  4. 2026-06-15
    days on market $46,900 Active 132 DOM
  5. 2026-06-13
    days on market $46,900 Active 130 DOM
  6. 2026-06-13
    days on market $46,900 Active 129 DOM
  7. 2026-06-09
    days on market $46,900 Active 126 DOM
  8. 2026-06-08
    days on market $46,900 Active 125 DOM
  9. 2026-06-07
    days on market $46,900 Active 124 DOM
  10. 2026-06-04
    days on market $46,900 Active 121 DOM
  11. 2026-06-03
    days on market $46,900 Active 120 DOM
  12. 2026-06-02
    days on market $46,900 Active 119 DOM
  13. 2026-06-01
    days on market $46,900 Active 118 DOM
  14. 2026-05-31
    days on market $46,900 Active 117 DOM
  15. 2026-02-04
    status Active 437-char remark
    Show marketing remark (437 chars)

    Charming mobile home in a prime location with quick and easy freeway access — perfect for commuters! This well-kept home offers comfortable living with a newer roof and ac system and a bright, open layout and great natural light throughout. Conveniently located near shopping, dining, and everyday essentials while still providing a peaceful place to call home. A great opportunity for affordable living in a super convenient area!

  16. 2026-02-03
    listed $46,900 Active 437-char remark
    Show marketing remark (437 chars)

    Charming mobile home in a prime location with quick and easy freeway access — perfect for commuters! This well-kept home offers comfortable living with a newer roof and ac system and a bright, open layout and great natural light throughout. Conveniently located near shopping, dining, and everyday essentials while still providing a peaceful place to call home. A great opportunity for affordable living in a super convenient area!

  17. 2021-04-23
    soldstatus $25,000 Closed Sale 471-char remark
    Show marketing remark (471 chars)

    Welcome to Mobile Aire Estates. This is a one bedroom and one bathroom home featuring an open concept in the living room and kitchen, new AC/heating units, new floors and new roof. The park amenities include a pool, clubhouse, pool room and laundry facility. This is a cash only purchase and the monthly space rent is $1,160. Park approval is required: 1) FICO score 650+ 2) Total Monthly Gross Income 3x the monthly space rent ($3,480+). Schedule your appointment today.

  18. 2021-04-07
    historical Active Under Contract 471-char remark
    Show marketing remark (471 chars)

    Welcome to Mobile Aire Estates. This is a one bedroom and one bathroom home featuring an open concept in the living room and kitchen, new AC/heating units, new floors and new roof. The park amenities include a pool, clubhouse, pool room and laundry facility. This is a cash only purchase and the monthly space rent is $1,160. Park approval is required: 1) FICO score 650+ 2) Total Monthly Gross Income 3x the monthly space rent ($3,480+). Schedule your appointment today.

  19. 2021-03-23
    price $25,000 471-char remark
    Show marketing remark (471 chars)

    Welcome to Mobile Aire Estates. This is a one bedroom and one bathroom home featuring an open concept in the living room and kitchen, new AC/heating units, new floors and new roof. The park amenities include a pool, clubhouse, pool room and laundry facility. This is a cash only purchase and the monthly space rent is $1,160. Park approval is required: 1) FICO score 650+ 2) Total Monthly Gross Income 3x the monthly space rent ($3,480+). Schedule your appointment today.

  20. 2021-03-03
    listed $30,000 Active 471-char remark
    Show marketing remark (471 chars)

    Welcome to Mobile Aire Estates. This is a one bedroom and one bathroom home featuring an open concept in the living room and kitchen, new AC/heating units, new floors and new roof. The park amenities include a pool, clubhouse, pool room and laundry facility. This is a cash only purchase and the monthly space rent is $1,160. Park approval is required: 1) FICO score 650+ 2) Total Monthly Gross Income 3x the monthly space rent ($3,480+). Schedule your appointment today.

ⓘ 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 5/10 Major
  • 🌡 Heat 7/10 Severe 7 d/yr ≥98°F today · 20 d/yr by 30 yrs out
  • 💨 Wind 1/10 Low
  • 🫁 Air quality 7/10 Severe 15 unhealthy d/yr today · 17 by 30 yrs out

Nearby sold comps map

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Walkable amenities ~0.75 mi

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Taxation est. · year 1

Rental income
$23,190
− Mortgage interest
−$2,627
− Property taxes
−$704
− Insurance
−$234
− Repairs & maintenance
−$1,855
− Management
−$1,855
− Depreciation
−$1,364
Taxable income
$14,550
combined federal + state — saved on this device
Est. tax owed @ 24.0%
−$3,492
After-tax cash flow
$10,938/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.

Condition & rehab AI · 13 photos

Fair 45/100 Moderate rehab

This mobile home requires moderate repairs and maintenance to improve its condition and increase its resale and rental value.

Repairs flagged

  • Major exterior siding — Severe weathering and peeling paint
  • Major flooring — Worn carpet in living room and bedroom
  • Major interior walls — Worn paint and discoloration

Value-add opportunities

  • Resale Paint interior walls — Fresh paint can significantly improve the home's appearance and appeal to potential buyers
  • Resale Replace carpet in living room and bedroom — New carpet can enhance the home's curb appeal and make it more attractive to potential buyers
  • Both Trim and maintain landscaping — Well-maintained landscaping can improve the home's curb appeal and increase its rental value

Renovation cost estimate screening

Repair itemSeverityEst. cost
exterior siding · Severe weathering and peeling paint Major $15,000–50,000
flooring · Worn carpet in living room and bedroom Major $15,000–50,000
interior walls · Worn paint and discoloration Major $15,000–50,000
Total estimated repair cost · 3 items $45,000–150,000

Value-add ROI direction

  • Resale Paint interior walls — Fresh paint can significantly improve the home's appearance and appeal to potential buyers
  • Resale Replace carpet in living room and bedroom — New carpet can enhance the home's curb appeal and make it more attractive to potential buyers
  • Both Trim and maintain landscaping — Well-maintained landscaping can improve the home's curb appeal and increase its rental value

ⓘ Cost ranges are severity-bucket heuristics (US national rule-of-thumb). Get contractor quotes + a written scope before underwriting a rehab budget.

Schools (NCES district)

District
Charter Oak Unified
NCES district ID
0608190
Math proficiency
45% ▲ 2.00%
Reading proficiency
55% ▲ 4.00%
Median HH income
$72,756
Composite
46.95/100
National rank
#5160
State rank
#387 of 1400 in CA

Livability — Covina

Score
72/100
State rank
#181
US rank
#5811

Category grades

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

Schools grade is shown separately in the Schools card above.

Census & demographics

Census place
Covina, CA
County
Los Angeles County · 9,444,647 people
City population
81,184
Metro
Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA
Population (ZIP)
28,352
Household income
$103,163
Rent vs Own
33.2% rent · 66.8% own
Severe rent burden
550.0

Population outlook (Los Angeles County) Hauer SSP2

Today (2025)
10,940,515 people
By 2030
11,256,481 · +2.9%
By 2040
11,729,929 · +7.2%
By 2050
11,948,407 · +9.2%
By 2075
11,818,114 · +8.0%
By 2100
10,842,928 · -0.9%

Race, ethnicity, and origin ACS 2023

Neighborhood character
Diverse neighborhood (Simpson 0.63)
Race & ethnicity
Hispanic / Latino 55% White 22% Two or more races 19% Asian 14% Black 5% Native American 2%
Hispanic origin (detail)
Mexican 44%
Common ancestry
Portuguese 1% Slovak 1% Iranian 1%
Foreign-born
24% · Canada, China, Vietnam
Languages at home
53% English-only · Spanish 33% Chinese 5% Tagalog/Filipino 3%

Political lean MEDSL · Los Angeles

2024 margin
Solid D (+32.9) · D 64.8% · R 31.9% · Other 3.3%
2008→2024 swing
-7.4pp toward R · 2008: 40.4pp · 2024: 32.9pp
All cycles
2024: D+32.9 2020: D+44.2 2016: D+48.0 2012: D+40.0 2008: D+40.4

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Civics

Market trends

HPI YoY
▼ -732.51%
Current HPI
370.5956
Rent YoY
Metro
Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA
State GDP YoY
▲ 3.21%
F500 in state
116

Industry mix (Fortune 500 HQ in CA)

Industry F500 HQs Revenue

Price history

+56.3% since first listed
6 events — show timeline
  • 2026-02-04 Relisted CRMLS
  • 2026-02-03 Listed $46,900 CRMLS
  • 2021-04-23 Sold (MLS) $25,000 CRMLS
  • 2021-04-07 Contingent CRMLS
  • 2021-03-23 Price Changed $25,000 CRMLS
  • 2021-03-03 Listed $30,000 CRMLS

Cash-flow waterfall

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Sold comps — $/sqft

last 12 mo · ≤1 mi

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