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2037 Studer Ave
B- Composite 68.85
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
  • 1% rule +10.0/10.0
  • DSCR +10.0/10.0
  • ARV discount +7.5/15.0
  • Livability +4.0/5.0
  • Rent growth +3.1/5.0
  • Condition / age +2.5/5.0
  • Schools +1.7/10.0
  • Appreciation +0.0/10.0

$71,500

2037 Studer Ave · Columbus, OH 43207
2 bd · 1.0 ba · 720 sqft · SingleFamily public records · 40 Days on market
Built 1941 6,772 sqft lot $99/sqft · 55% below area ↓ 43% since listing

🖨 Deal sheet 📄 Offer letter ✓ Due diligence

Listing remarks MLS

This ranch-style home offers solid bones and potential on a spacious lot. This property presents a compelling investment opportunity with solid structural potential. The single-level design offers practical living arrangements with two bedrooms and one bathroom. While the home requires updates and improvements throughout, it sits on a lot that provides room for enhancement and personalization. The bones of the structure remain sound, making this an attractive prospect for investors or buyers seeking a project with transformation possibilities. Covered patio and one car garage with very private back yard and great additions. Schedule your showing today to explore this ranch home's potential. This is a Fannie Mae HomePath property. First Time Buyers, complete the HomePath Ready Buyer homeownership course on Homepath.com. Attach certificate to offer up to 3% closing cost assistance. Check HomePath.com for more details. Restrictions apply.

Key facts

  • Private back yard
  • Spacious lot
  • Covered patio

Tags

SPACIOUS LOTCOVERED PATIOPRIVATE BACK YARDSINGLE-LEVEL DESIGN

Property features AI

Finance

  • Financial info: Offered for sale

Exterior

  • Parking: Detached one-car garage
  • Utilities: Has heating
  • Home design: Single-story residence; Residential zoning; Aluminum siding
  • Construction: Aluminum siding construction
  • Exterior features: Front porch; Patio

Interior

  • Kitchen: Main-level kitchen (approx. 13 x 7)
  • Bedrooms: Two main-level bedrooms (approx. 11 x 11 and 14 x 9)
  • Bathrooms: One full bathroom on the main level
  • Heating & cooling: Forced air heating
  • Interior features: Unfinished basement

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 2-bed/1.0-bath single-family listed at $72k.

Deal economics

  • At list price, monthly cash flow is $363 ($4k/yr) — positive.
  • The deal already cash-flows at list — no discount required.
  • Meets the 1% rule at list price ($1k rent vs $72k).
  • Recommended offer: $69k (3.0% below list) — sets the bar for market timing.
  • Cap rate 12.4% vs local median 3.8% in Columbus — 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 81/100 on livability (#97 in OH, #1,491 nationally) — a professional / high-income tenant draw. Strengths: commute A+, cost of living A+, housing A+; Watch: employment C-, crime F.
  • Columbus City School District (urban): math 15% / reading 26% proficiency, ranked #626 of 656 in OH (top 95%) — low school quality limits family demand, transient renter base, plan for 1-2y turnover; 72% free/reduced lunch — lower-income household profile, screen leases tightly.
  • Market conditions: Rents rising (+2.3%/yr); 196 active listings in the ZIP; 2 comparable units currently listed for rent nearby; 8,139 units permitted in Franklin County in 2024 (5,940 in 5+ unit buildings).

Forward outlook

  • Local home prices are declining (-3.0%/yr); year-one equity from $494 of loan paydown is wiped out by about $2k of value loss. Plan a longer hold.
  • Franklin County population projected at +34% by 2050 — long-run rental-demand tailwind backs the buy-and-hold thesis.
  • At projected returns (-3.0% appreciation + 2.3% rent growth), your $20k cash investment doubles in ~6 years — after that, you're playing with house money.

Negotiation context

  • It's been on market 40 days — a 3% lower offer ($69k) is reasonable based on typical stale-listing flexibility.
  • 4 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.

Risks & watch-outs

  • Watch-outs: property tax is 2.9% of price; built in 1941 — expect roof / HVAC / electrical / plumbing capex.
Recommended offer $69,355 (3.0% below list)

Questions for the listing agent

  1. It's been on market 40 days. Have you received any prior offers? Is the seller open to a 3% concession, seller financing, or rate buy-down credit?
  2. Built in 1941 — when were the roof, HVAC, electrical panel, plumbing, and water heater last replaced?
  3. Property tax is high relative to price — has the assessment been appealed recently, and will the sale trigger a re-assessment?
  4. Is there a deadline driving the sale (1031 exchange, divorce, estate, relocation)? That informs how much negotiation room exists.
  5. 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?
  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
1.67%
Cap rate
12.38%
Cash-on-cash
21.75%
DSCR
1.97
GRM
5.0

CMA / ARV

ARV (median comp)
$157,984
List price
$71,500
Delta
-54.74%
Verdict
UNDERPRICED
Comps
20 within 1.0 mi
Show comp detail 4 sales within ~0.75 mi
Address Dist Beds/Ba Sqft Sold Price $/sf Match
1957 Studer Ave 0.11mi 2/1.0 720 (0%) 14mo $189,900 $264 83
1700 Linwood Ave 0.50mi 2/1.0 720 (0%) 14mo $185,000 $257 65
951 Reeb Ave 0.16mi 3/1.5 (+1) 824 (+14%) 6mo $93,000 $113 56
1920 S Champion Ave 0.28mi 2/1.0 820 (+14%) 12mo $125,100 $153 54

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 · 2.32% rent growth · sell at horizon

5-year hold
IRR
13.6%
Equity multiple
1.54×
Total profit
$10,784
Equity at exit
$10,661
10-year hold
IRR
21.9%
Equity multiple
2.81×
Total profit
$36,154
Equity at exit
$6,182

Cash invested: $20,020 (down + closing). Projections, not guarantees.

Landlord ↔ Tenant lean methodology

Overall (STATE)
73 Landlord-Friendly
State Ohio
73 Landlord-Friendly · R+6
County
— inherits STATE
City
— inherits STATE
3-day notice; Cleveland / Columbus have some habitability code enforcement; otherwise landlord-leaning.

ZIP-level market 43207

Rents YoY
2.3%
Active inventory
196
Price-to-rent
5.0×

Monthly cashflow live

Estimated rent
$1,192 medium interval (Pro) →
Mortgage (P&I)
$375
Tax from tax record
$174 /mo · $2,091/yr
Insurance
$30
HOA
$0
Vacancy / Maint / Mgmt
$250
Net cashflow
$363

Break-even live

Break-even rent $733
Max offer price $71,500
Occupancy floor 65%

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
$17,875
Closing costs
$2,145
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 2 comps

AddressBedsBaths SqftRent$/sqft DOM Units Dist
1316 Marion Rd Columbus, OH 1.0 1.0 485 $955 $1.97 24d 1 0.42mi
755 E Whittier St Columbus, OH 1.0–2.0 1.0 776 $1,335 $1.72 24d 1 1.50mi

Listing history 17 events

  1. 2026-06-13
    statusdays on market $71,500 Pending 40 DOM
  2. 2026-06-09
    days on market $71,500 Active 38 DOM
  3. 2026-06-08
    days on market $71,500 Active 37 DOM
  4. 2026-06-07
    days on market $71,500 Active 36 DOM
  5. 2026-06-05
    days on market $71,500 Active 33 DOM
  6. 2026-06-03
    days on market $71,500 Active 32 DOM
  7. 2026-06-02
    days on market $71,500 Active 31 DOM
  8. 2026-06-01
    days on market $71,500 Active 30 DOM
  9. 2026-05-31
    days on market $71,500 Active 29 DOM
  10. 2026-05-01
    listed $71,500 Active 739-char remark
    Show marketing remark (952 chars)

    This ranch-style home offers solid bones and potential on a spacious lot. This property presents a compelling investment opportunity with solid structural potential. The single-level design offers practical living arrangements with two bedrooms and one bathroom. While the home requires updates and improvements throughout, it sits on a lot that provides room for enhancement and personalization. The bones of the structure remain sound, making this an attractive prospect for investors or buyers seeking a project with transformation possibilities. Covered patio and one car garage with very private back yard and great additions. Schedule your showing today to explore this ranch home's potential. This is a Fannie Mae HomePath property. First Time Buyers, complete the HomePath Ready Buyer homeownership course on Homepath.com. Attach certificate to offer up to 3% closing cost assistance. Check HomePath.com for more details. Restrictions apply.

  11. 2026-05-01
    listed $71,500 Active 952-char remark
    Show marketing remark (952 chars)

    This ranch-style home offers solid bones and potential on a spacious lot. This property presents a compelling investment opportunity with solid structural potential. The single-level design offers practical living arrangements with two bedrooms and one bathroom. While the home requires updates and improvements throughout, it sits on a lot that provides room for enhancement and personalization. The bones of the structure remain sound, making this an attractive prospect for investors or buyers seeking a project with transformation possibilities. Covered patio and one car garage with very private back yard and great additions. Schedule your showing today to explore this ranch home's potential. This is a Fannie Mae HomePath property. First Time Buyers, complete the HomePath Ready Buyer homeownership course on Homepath.com. Attach certificate to offer up to 3% closing cost assistance. Check HomePath.com for more details. Restrictions apply.

  12. 2021-10-26
    soldstatus $120,000
  13. 2021-10-25
    soldstatus $120,000 Closed
    Show marketing remark (330 chars)

    READY FOR NEW OWNERS FRESHLY PAINTED INSIDE AND OUT. NEW FLOOR IN KITCHEN AND BATH. LARGE COVERED BACK PORCH LOOKS OUT TO A NICE SIZED FENCED YARD WITH MATURE LANDSCAPING. FURNACE, AC, HOT WATER TANK AND ROOF ALL NEW IN THE LAST TWO YEARS!! BASEMENT IS PARTIALY FINSHED FOR A REC ROOM WITH BATH OFF THE UTITLIY AREA. SELLING AS IS

  14. 2021-09-27
    historical Contingent Finance and Inspection
    Show marketing remark (330 chars)

    READY FOR NEW OWNERS FRESHLY PAINTED INSIDE AND OUT. NEW FLOOR IN KITCHEN AND BATH. LARGE COVERED BACK PORCH LOOKS OUT TO A NICE SIZED FENCED YARD WITH MATURE LANDSCAPING. FURNACE, AC, HOT WATER TANK AND ROOF ALL NEW IN THE LAST TWO YEARS!! BASEMENT IS PARTIALY FINSHED FOR A REC ROOM WITH BATH OFF THE UTITLIY AREA. SELLING AS IS

  15. 2021-08-24
    status Active
    Show marketing remark (330 chars)

    READY FOR NEW OWNERS FRESHLY PAINTED INSIDE AND OUT. NEW FLOOR IN KITCHEN AND BATH. LARGE COVERED BACK PORCH LOOKS OUT TO A NICE SIZED FENCED YARD WITH MATURE LANDSCAPING. FURNACE, AC, HOT WATER TANK AND ROOF ALL NEW IN THE LAST TWO YEARS!! BASEMENT IS PARTIALY FINSHED FOR A REC ROOM WITH BATH OFF THE UTITLIY AREA. SELLING AS IS

  16. 2021-08-08
    historical Contingent Finance and Inspection
    Show marketing remark (330 chars)

    READY FOR NEW OWNERS FRESHLY PAINTED INSIDE AND OUT. NEW FLOOR IN KITCHEN AND BATH. LARGE COVERED BACK PORCH LOOKS OUT TO A NICE SIZED FENCED YARD WITH MATURE LANDSCAPING. FURNACE, AC, HOT WATER TANK AND ROOF ALL NEW IN THE LAST TWO YEARS!! BASEMENT IS PARTIALY FINSHED FOR A REC ROOM WITH BATH OFF THE UTITLIY AREA. SELLING AS IS

  17. 2021-07-31
    listed $125,000 Active
    Show marketing remark (330 chars)

    READY FOR NEW OWNERS FRESHLY PAINTED INSIDE AND OUT. NEW FLOOR IN KITCHEN AND BATH. LARGE COVERED BACK PORCH LOOKS OUT TO A NICE SIZED FENCED YARD WITH MATURE LANDSCAPING. FURNACE, AC, HOT WATER TANK AND ROOF ALL NEW IN THE LAST TWO YEARS!! BASEMENT IS PARTIALY FINSHED FOR A REC ROOM WITH BATH OFF THE UTITLIY AREA. SELLING AS IS

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

Tax reassessment forecast OH · Partial reset (capped growth)

Current annual tax
$2,091 · $174/mo
Projected year-2 tax
$2,091 · $174/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 1/10 Low FEMA zone X (unshaded) · 0% chance over 30 yrs
  • 🔥 Wildfire 1/10 Low
  • 🌡 Heat 4/10 Moderate 7 d/yr ≥100°F today · 18 d/yr by 30 yrs out
  • 💨 Wind 2/10 Low 100% chance of damaging wind over 30 yrs
  • 🫁 Air quality 3/10 Moderate 2 unhealthy d/yr today · 3 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
$14,307
− Mortgage interest
−$4,005
− Property taxes
−$2,091
− Insurance
−$358
− Repairs & maintenance
−$1,145
− Management
−$1,145
− Depreciation
−$2,080
Taxable income
$3,484
combined federal + state — saved on this device
Est. tax owed @ 24.0%
−$836
After-tax cash flow
$3,518/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
Columbus City School District
NCES district ID
3904380
Math proficiency
15% ▼ -17.00%
Reading proficiency
26% ▼ -12.00%
Median HH income
$38,483
Composite
17.19/100
National rank
#9105
State rank
#626 of 656 in OH

Livability — Columbus

Score
81/100
State rank
#97
US rank
#1491

Category grades

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

Schools grade is shown separately in the Schools card above.

Census & demographics

Census place
Columbus, OH
County
Franklin County · 1,351,780 people
City population
612,189
Metro
Columbus, OH
Population (ZIP)
47,272
Household income
$63,310
Rent vs Own
41.0% rent · 59.0% own
Severe rent burden
1679.0

Population outlook (Franklin County) Hauer SSP2

Today (2025)
1,456,139 people
By 2030
1,556,890 · +6.9%
By 2040
1,757,349 · +20.7%
By 2050
1,950,539 · +34.0%
By 2075
2,376,171 · +63.2%
By 2100
2,636,796 · +81.1%

Race, ethnicity, and origin ACS 2023

Neighborhood character
Diverse neighborhood (Simpson 0.57)
Race & ethnicity
White 59% Black 28% Two or more races 7% Hispanic / Latino 5% Asian 1%
Hispanic origin (detail)
Mexican 3%
Common ancestry
Italian 2% Romanian 2% Slovak 1%
Foreign-born
4% · Canada
Languages at home
95% English-only · Spanish 3% Other Indo-European 1%

Political lean MEDSL · Franklin

2024 margin
Strong D (+28.4) · D 63.7% · R 35.3% · Other 1.0%
2008→2024 swing
+7.7pp toward D · 2008: 20.7pp · 2024: 28.4pp
All cycles
2024: D+28.4 2020: D+31.4 2016: D+25.9 2012: D+21.7 2008: D+20.7

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Civics

Market trends

HPI YoY
▼ -244.33%
Current HPI
268.3028
Rent YoY
▲ 2.32%
Metro
Columbus, OH
State GDP YoY
▲ 1.98%
F500 in state
48

Industry mix (Fortune 500 HQ in OH)

Industry F500 HQs Revenue

Price history

-42.8% since first listed
10 events — show timeline
  • 2026-06-11 Pending WRIST
  • 2026-06-11 Pending Dayton MLS
  • 2026-05-01 Listed $71,500 Dayton MLS
  • 2026-05-01 Listed $71,500 WRIST
  • 2021-10-26 Sold (Public Records) $120,000 Public Records
  • 2021-10-25 Sold (MLS) $120,000 CBRMLS
  • 2021-09-27 Contingent CBRMLS
  • 2021-08-24 Relisted CBRMLS
  • 2021-08-08 Contingent CBRMLS
  • 2021-07-31 Listed $125,000 CBRMLS

Property tax history

+7.5%/yr

Latest (2024): $2,091 · +8.4% YoY. Source: county tax records.

Cash-flow waterfall

monthly

Sold comps — $/sqft

last 12 mo · ≤1 mi

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