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1802 Cleveland Ave
D Composite 43.26
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  • Cash flow +20.2/30.0
  • DSCR +6.4/10.0
  • 1% rule +6.2/10.0
  • Livability +3.0/5.0
  • Rent growth +2.5/5.0
  • Schools +2.5/10.0
  • Condition / age +2.5/5.0
  • ARV discount +0.0/15.0
  • Appreciation +0.0/10.0

$129,900

1802 Cleveland Ave · Niagara Falls, NY 14305
2 bd · 2.0 ba · 1,428 sqft · SingleFamily public records · 56 Days on market
Built 1910 2,516 sqft lot $91/sqft · 41% above area Est $92k · 41% over

🖨 Deal sheet 📄 Offer letter ✓ Due diligence

Listing remarks MLS

Welcome to 1802 Cleveland Avenue, a fully operational Airbnb property ready for its next owner. This income-producing home is being sold fully furnished, making it a true turnkey investment or ideal owner-occupied opportunity. The lower level features a spacious layout with 1 bedroom, a bright living room, formal dining area, kitchen, and a full bathroom. The upper level offers 3 comfortable bedrooms and an additional full bathroom, providing ample space for guests or extended living. The entire property has been completely renovated with modern finishes and updated fixtures throughout, ensuring both style and functionality. Whether you’re looking to continue its success as a short-term rental or use it as a primary residence, this home offers flexibility and strong potential. Conveniently located near Niagara Falls attractions, shopping, and major routes, this is an excellent opportunity you don’t want to miss!

Key facts

  • Turnkey investment
  • Bright living room
  • Formal dining area

Tags

FULLY OPERATIONAL AIRBNBFULLY FURNISHEDTURNKEY INVESTMENTSPACIOUS LAYOUTBRIGHT LIVING ROOMFORMAL DINING AREA

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/2.0-bath single-family listed at $130k.

Deal economics

  • At list price, monthly cash flow is $165 ($2k/yr) — positive.
  • The deal already cash-flows at list — no discount required.
  • Meets the 1% rule at list price ($1k rent vs $130k).
  • Recommended offer: $126k (3.0% below list) — sets the bar for market timing.

Location & tenants

  • Location reads 60/100 on livability (#956 in NY) — a middle-class / working-renter tenant base. Strengths: cost of living A+, housing A+; Watch: schools F, crime F, amenities F.
  • Niagara Falls City School District (urban): math 26% / reading 34% proficiency, ranked #578 of 590 in NY (top 98%) — families likely to look elsewhere, expect single-tenant / working-renter base with shorter leases; 66% free/reduced lunch — lower-income household profile, screen leases tightly.
  • Market conditions: 142 active listings in the ZIP; 17 comparable units currently listed for rent nearby; rentals at typical pace (median 17d on market — plan ~3-4 weeks tenant-placement turnaround); 167 units permitted in Niagara County in 2024 (0 in 5+ unit buildings).
  • This rent runs 34% of the median local income ($51k/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 $898 of loan paydown is wiped out by about $4k of value loss. Plan a longer hold.
  • Niagara County population projected at -19% by 2050 — secular population decline; favor cash flow + early exit over multi-decade hold.

Negotiation context

  • It's been on market 56 days — a 3% lower offer ($126k) is reasonable based on typical stale-listing flexibility.
  • 5 sale attempts since 2y 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 $24k; list at $130k implies a 453% gain — meaningful room to come down on a strong offer.

Risks & watch-outs

  • Watch-outs: built in 1910 — expect roof / HVAC / electrical / plumbing capex.
Recommended offer $126,003 (3.0% below list)

Questions for the listing agent

  1. It's been on market 56 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 1910 — when were the roof, HVAC, electrical panel, plumbing, and water heater last replaced?
  3. Is there a deadline driving the sale (1031 exchange, divorce, estate, relocation)? That informs how much negotiation room exists.
  4. 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?
  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. 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?
  7. 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.
  8. 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.
  9. 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
1.12%
Cap rate
7.81%
Cash-on-cash
5.43%
DSCR
1.24
GRM
7.5

CMA / ARV

ARV (median comp)
$92,389
List price
$129,900
Delta
40.60%
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
1870 South Ave 0.13mi 3/1.0 (+1) 1,320 (-8%) 0mo $116,000 $88 72
1317 Niagara Ave 0.32mi 2/2.0 1,310 (-8%) 1mo $28,000 $21 70
1327 Willow Ave 0.44mi 3/1.0 (+1) 1,444 (+1%) 1mo $40,000 $28 68
2434 Weston Ave 0.39mi 3/1.0 (+1) 1,400 (-2%) 4mo $170,000 $121 66
2456 South Ave 0.42mi 3/1.0 (+1) 1,380 (-3%) 2mo $120,000 $87 64
2233 South Ave 0.26mi 3/2.5 (+1) 1,553 (+9%) 3mo $155,000 $100 64
1852 Ontario Ave 0.16mi 3/1.0 (+1) 1,273 (-11%) 3mo $85,000 $67 63
1329 Niagara Ave 0.29mi 3/1.0 (+1) 1,540 (+8%) 2mo $85,000 $55 63
1307 Michigan Ave 0.39mi 3/1.5 (+1) 1,330 (-7%) 4mo $41,000 $31 60
2902 Linwood Ave 0.68mi 3/1.0 (+1) 1,376 (-4%) 4mo $180,000 $131 50
1013 13th St 0.67mi 3/1.0 (+1) 1,352 (-5%) 3mo $97,000 $72 49
749 16th St 0.74mi 3/1.5 (+1) 1,320 (-8%) 4mo $117,000 $89 42

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
-7.8%
Equity multiple
0.71×
Total profit
$-10,486
Equity at exit
$19,369
10-year hold
IRR
1.8%
Equity multiple
1.13×
Total profit
$4,674
Equity at exit
$11,231

Cash invested: $36,372 (down + closing). Projections, not guarantees.

Landlord ↔ Tenant lean methodology

Overall (STATE)
15 Strongly Tenant-Friendly
State New York
15 Strongly Tenant-Friendly · D+10
County
— inherits STATE
City
— inherits STATE
NYC rent stabilization (~1M units); 2019 HSTPA strengthened tenant rights; courts deeply backlogged.

ZIP-level market 14305

Home prices YoY
-10.9%
Active inventory
142
Price-to-rent
7.5×

Monthly cashflow live

Estimated rent
$1,450 high interval (Pro) →
Mortgage (P&I)
$681
Tax from tax record
$246 /mo · $2,948/yr
Insurance
$54
HOA
$0
Vacancy / Maint / Mgmt
$305
Net cashflow
$165

Break-even live

Break-even rent $1,242
Max offer price $129,900
Occupancy floor 84%

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
$32,475
Closing costs
$3,897
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 17 comps

AddressBedsBaths SqftRent$/sqft DOM Units Dist
1817 Ontario Ave Unit 2 Niagara Falls, NY 2.0 1.0 985 $1,899 $1.93 1d 1 0.12mi
1817 Ontario Ave Unit 1 Niagara Falls, NY 2.0 1.0 999 $1,899 $1.90 1d 1 0.12mi
1808 Whitney Ave Unit 3 Niagara Falls, NY 2.0 1.0 1200 $900 $0.75 43d 1 0.42mi
2463 South Ave Niagara Falls, NY 2.0 1.0 1008 $1,100 $1.09 16d 1 0.46mi
1001 17th St Niagara Falls, NY 3.0 1.0 1152 $1,800 $1.56 23d 1 0.59mi
2473 Pierce Ave Unit 2 Niagara Falls, NY 2.0 1.0 1000 $1,200 $1.20 3d 1 0.61mi
784 15th St Niagara Falls, NY 3.0 1.5 1380 $1,350 $0.98 3d 1 0.67mi
769 19th St Niagara Falls, NY 2.0 1.5 960 $1,400 $1.46 21d 1 0.69mi
754 15th St Niagara Falls, NY 3.0 1.0 990 $1,100 $1.11 23d 1 0.75mi
2814 10th St Niagara Falls, NY 2.0 1.0 900 $900 $1.00 1d 1 0.76mi
642 Ashland Ave Niagara Falls, NY 3.0 1.0 1238 $1,100 $0.89 3d 1 1.01mi
700 Pine Ave Unit 1 Niagara Falls, NY 1.0 1.0 1075 $1,075 $1.00 11d 1 1.11mi
1427 Fort Ave Unit 2 Niagara Falls, NY 3.0 1.0 1058 $950 $0.90 43d 1 1.20mi
420 25th St Niagara Falls, NY 3.0 1.0 1101 $1,500 $1.36 43d 1 1.31mi
510 6th St Unit 3 Niagara Falls, NY 1.0 1.0 950 $900 $0.95 43d 1 1.35mi
1780 Falls St Niagara Falls, NY 2.0 1.0 1100 $1,200 $1.09 43d 1 1.36mi
2727 Monroe Ave Niagara Falls, NY 3.0 1.0 960 $1,500 $1.56 10d 1 1.38mi

Listing history 12 events

  1. 2026-05-13
    status Pending 937-char remark
    Show marketing remark (937 chars)

    Welcome to 1802 Cleveland Avenue, a fully operational Airbnb property ready for its next owner. This income-producing home is being sold fully furnished, making it a true turnkey investment or ideal owner-occupied opportunity. The lower level features a spacious layout with 1 bedroom, a bright living room, formal dining area, kitchen, and a full bathroom. The upper level offers 3 comfortable bedrooms and an additional full bathroom, providing ample space for guests or extended living. The entire property has been completely renovated with modern finishes and updated fixtures throughout, ensuring both style and functionality. Whether you’re looking to continue its success as a short-term rental or use it as a primary residence, this home offers flexibility and strong potential. Conveniently located near Niagara Falls attractions, shopping, and major routes, this is an excellent opportunity you don’t want to miss!

  2. 2026-03-17
    listed $129,900 Active 937-char remark
    Show marketing remark (937 chars)

    Welcome to 1802 Cleveland Avenue, a fully operational Airbnb property ready for its next owner. This income-producing home is being sold fully furnished, making it a true turnkey investment or ideal owner-occupied opportunity. The lower level features a spacious layout with 1 bedroom, a bright living room, formal dining area, kitchen, and a full bathroom. The upper level offers 3 comfortable bedrooms and an additional full bathroom, providing ample space for guests or extended living. The entire property has been completely renovated with modern finishes and updated fixtures throughout, ensuring both style and functionality. Whether you’re looking to continue its success as a short-term rental or use it as a primary residence, this home offers flexibility and strong potential. Conveniently located near Niagara Falls attractions, shopping, and major routes, this is an excellent opportunity you don’t want to miss!

  3. 2025-04-18
    historical
  4. 2025-02-04
    listed $109,900 Active
  5. 2025-02-04
    historical
  6. 2024-12-04
    status Active
  7. 2024-12-03
    status Pending
  8. 2024-11-08
    listed $114,900 Active
  9. 2024-10-10
    historical
  10. 2024-08-29
    price $114,900
  11. 2024-07-10
    listed $119,000 Active
  12. 2007-11-08
    soldstatus $23,500

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

Tax reassessment forecast NY · Partial reset (capped growth)

Current annual tax
$2,948 · $246/mo
Projected year-2 tax
$2,948 · $246/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 2/10 Low 7 d/yr ≥94°F today · 15 d/yr by 30 yrs out
  • 💨 Wind 1/10 Low
  • 🫁 Air quality 3/10 Moderate 2 unhealthy d/yr today · 3 by 30 yrs out

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Walkable amenities ~0.75 mi

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Taxation est. · year 1

Rental income
$17,403
− Mortgage interest
−$7,276
− Property taxes
−$2,948
− Insurance
−$650
− Repairs & maintenance
−$1,392
− Management
−$1,392
− Depreciation
−$3,779
Taxable loss
−$34
combined federal + state — saved on this device
Est. tax savings @ 24.0%
+$8
After-tax cash flow
$1,985/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
Niagara Falls City School District
NCES district ID
3620820
Math proficiency
26% ▼ -10.00%
Reading proficiency
34% ▲ 3.00%
Median HH income
$32,488
Composite
24.5/100
National rank
#7655
State rank
#578 of 590 in NY

Livability — Niagara Falls

Score
60/100
State rank
#956
US rank
#18749

Category grades

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

Schools grade is shown separately in the Schools card above.

Census & demographics

Census place
Niagara Falls, NY
County
Niagara County · 157,377 people
City population
62,983
Metro
Buffalo-Cheektowaga, NY
Population (ZIP)
16,696
Household income
$51,004
Rent vs Own
38.4% rent · 61.6% own
Severe rent burden
1095.0

Population outlook (Niagara County) Hauer SSP2

Today (2025)
204,149 people
By 2030
197,900 · -3.1%
By 2040
182,239 · -10.7%
By 2050
165,198 · -19.1%
By 2075
129,416 · -36.6%
By 2100
96,222 · -52.9%

Race, ethnicity, and origin ACS 2023

Neighborhood character
Diverse neighborhood (Simpson 0.63)
Race & ethnicity
White 55% Black 24% Two or more races 13% Hispanic / Latino 8% Asian 1% Native American 1%
Hispanic origin (detail)
Puerto Rican 4%
Common ancestry
Romanian 6% Slovak 2% Lithuanian 2%
Foreign-born
6% · Canada, Jamaica
Languages at home
93% English-only · Spanish 4% Other Indo-European 1%

Political lean MEDSL · Niagara

2024 margin
R (+14.9) · D 42.5% · R 57.5%
2008→2024 swing
-15.9pp toward R · 2008: 1.0pp · 2024: -14.9pp
All cycles
2024: R+14.9 2020: R+9.7 2016: R+19.0 2012: D+0.6 2008: D+1.0

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Civics

Market trends

HPI YoY
▼ -43.08%
Current HPI
350.8741
Rent YoY
Metro
Buffalo-Cheektowaga, NY
State GDP YoY
▲ 2.60%
F500 in state
92

Industry mix (Fortune 500 HQ in NY)

Industry F500 HQs Revenue

Price history

+452.8% since first listed
12 events — show timeline
  • 2026-05-13 Pending WNYREIS
  • 2026-03-17 Listed $129,900 WNYREIS
  • 2025-04-18 Listing Removed WNYREIS
  • 2025-02-04 Listing Removed WNYREIS
  • 2025-02-04 Listed $109,900 WNYREIS
  • 2024-12-04 Relisted WNYREIS
  • 2024-12-03 Pending WNYREIS
  • 2024-11-08 Listed $114,900 WNYREIS
  • 2024-10-10 Listing Removed WNYREIS
  • 2024-08-29 Price Changed $114,900 WNYREIS
  • 2024-07-10 Listed $119,000 WNYREIS
  • 2007-11-08 Sold (Public Records) $23,500 Public Records

Property tax history

+24.5%/yr

Latest (2025): $2,948 · +106.1% YoY. Source: county tax records.

Cash-flow waterfall

monthly

Sold comps — $/sqft

last 12 mo · ≤1 mi

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