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6407 Holden Mills Dr
D- Composite 38.37
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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).

  • ARV discount +15.0/15.0
  • Cash flow +6.0/30.0
  • Livability +4.5/5.0
  • Schools +4.1/10.0
  • Rent growth +3.0/5.0
  • 1% rule +2.8/10.0
  • Condition / age +2.5/5.0
  • DSCR +0.4/10.0
  • Appreciation +0.0/10.0

$382,000

6407 Holden Mills Dr · The Woodlands, TX 77389
3 bd · 3.5 ba · 2,860 sqft · SingleFamily public records · 56 Days on market
Built 2004 9,957 sqft lot $134/sqft · 21% below area Est $482k · 21% under $75/mo HOA · 3% of rent

🖨 Deal sheet (PDF) 📄 Offer letter ✓ Due diligence

Listing remarks MLS

Beautiful 2-story home in the highly sought-after master-planned community of Auburn Lakes! This 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath home features a spacious and functional layout with the primary suite conveniently located on the first floor. Inside, you’ll find formal living and dining areas, an open-concept kitchen with breakfast bar and island, large upstairs game room. A standout feature is the custom 360-degree built-in fish tank in the formal living area, creating a unique focal point you won’t find in most homes. Recent updates a NEW roof (2025), New Carpet Downstairs, and fresh interior paint, making this home move-in ready. Enjoy added privacy with no back neighbors and a generously sized backyard. Additional features include high ceilings, a cozy gas fireplace, and an attached 2-car garage. Located in Klein ISD community amenities, including a pool, splash pad, clubhouse, fitness center, trails, and more.

Key facts

  • Community amenities
  • Pool
  • No back neighbors

Tags

PRIMARY SUITE ON FIRST FLOORCUSTOM BUILT-IN FISH TANKNO BACK NEIGHBORSGENEROUSLY SIZED BACKYARDCOMMUNITY AMENITIESPOOL

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 3-bed/3.5-bath single-family listed at $382k.

Deal economics

  • At list price, monthly cash flow is $-723 ($-9k/yr) — negative.
  • To cash-flow at today's rent, offer at most $254k (33.5% below list).
  • To meet the 1% rule (rent ≥ 1% of price), the offer needs to be $299k (21.8% below list).
  • Recommended offer: $254k (33.5% below list) — sets the bar for cash-flow.
  • Cap rate 4.0% vs local median 2.3% in The Woodlands — 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 91/100 on livability (#1 in TX, #47 nationally) — a professional / high-income tenant draw. Strengths: schools A+, amenities A+, commute A+; Watch: cost of living D-.
  • Klein ISD (suburban): math 41% / reading 48% proficiency, ranked #213 of 826 in TX (top 26%) — families likely to look elsewhere, expect single-tenant / working-renter base with shorter leases.
  • Market conditions: Rents rising (+1.9%/yr); 383 active listings in the ZIP; 3 comparable units currently listed for rent nearby; rentals leasing fast (median 13d on market — plan ~1-2 weeks tenant-placement turnaround); high-income renter base; 29,883 units permitted in Harris County in 2024 (8,621 in 5+ unit buildings).

Forward outlook

  • Local home prices are declining (-3.0%/yr); year-one equity from $3k of loan paydown is wiped out by about $11k of value loss. Plan a longer hold.
  • Harris County population projected at +47% by 2050 — long-run rental-demand tailwind backs the buy-and-hold thesis.

Negotiation context

  • It's been on market 56 days — a 3% lower offer ($371k) is reasonable based on typical stale-listing flexibility.
  • 2 sale attempts since 22y 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 2.7% of price.
  • Climate carrying-cost: severe wind risk, 99% chance of damaging wind over 30y; extreme-heat days projected 7→25/yr by 2055 (HVAC capex compounding) — expect insurance premiums to compound above CPI over the hold.
Recommended offer $254,215 (33.5% below list)

Questions for the listing agent

  1. What do current leases actually rent for vs. the listed asking? Can we see a recent rent roll and the last 12 months of T-12 income?
  2. It's been on market 56 days. Have you received any prior offers? Is the seller open to a 33% concession, seller financing, or rate buy-down credit?
  3. Property tax is high relative to price — has the assessment been appealed recently, and will the sale trigger a re-assessment?
  4. What does the HOA fee cover, when was the last increase, and are there any pending special assessments or reserve-fund shortfalls?
  5. Is there a deadline driving the sale (1031 exchange, divorce, estate, relocation)? That informs how much negotiation room exists.
  6. Schools are A-rated — typically a magnet for longer-tenancy family renters. What's the average tenant stay here, and is there a school-zone premium baked into asking?
  7. 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?
  8. 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.
  9. 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.
  10. 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
0.78%
Cap rate
4.02%
Cash-on-cash
-8.12%
DSCR
0.64
GRM
10.7

CMA / ARV

ARV (median comp)
$482,334
List price
$382,000
Delta
-20.80%
Verdict
UNDERPRICED
Comps
20 within 1.0 mi
Show comp detail 12 sales within ~0.75 mi
Address Dist Beds/Ba Sqft Sold Price $/sf Match
24831 Corbin Gate Dr 0.12mi 4/2.5 (+1) 2,882 (+1%) 0mo $460,000 $160 84
24826 Pikecrest Dr 0.23mi 4/3.5 (+1) 2,865 (+0%) 6mo $435,000 $152 79
25127 Arcane Ct 0.10mi 3/2.0 2,448 (-14%) 6mo $514,900 $210 60
24910 Corbin Gate Dr 0.16mi 3/2.0 2,505 (-12%) 9mo $389,000 $155 59
25206 Hawthorne Blossom Dr 0.62mi 4/2.5 (+1) 2,817 (-2%) 2mo $444,900 $158 58
25107 Carrick Bend Dr 0.55mi 3/2.5 3,026 (+6%) 6mo $569,900 $188 56
6515 Pine Arrow Ct 0.46mi 3/2.0 2,571 (-10%) 3mo $390,000 $152 54
6107 Hampton Way Ct 0.59mi 4/3.5 (+1) 3,101 (+8%) 2mo $415,000 $134 51
25218 Auburn Bend Dr 0.60mi 4/3.5 (+1) 3,026 (+6%) 8mo $539,000 $178 50
25807 Northcrest Dr 0.62mi 4/2.5 (+1) 2,688 (-6%) 3mo $478,000 $178 49
25306 Auburn Bend Dr 0.69mi 4/3.5 (+1) 3,077 (+8%) 3mo $530,000 $172 48
6407 Pine Rest Dr 0.49mi 4/3.5 (+1) 3,260 (+14%) 1mo $439,000 $135 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 · 1.94% rent growth · sell at horizon

5-year hold
IRR
-31.9%
Equity multiple
-0.04×
Total profit
$-110,807
Equity at exit
$56,957
10-year hold
IRR
-43.4%
Equity multiple
-0.56×
Total profit
$-167,188
Equity at exit
$33,028

Cash invested: $106,960 (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.

ZIP-level market 77389

Rents YoY
1.9%
Active inventory
383
Price-to-rent
10.7×

Monthly cashflow live

Estimated rent
$2,987 medium interval (Pro) →
Mortgage (P&I)
$2,003
Tax from tax record
$846 /mo · $10,152/yr
Insurance
$159
HOA
$75
Vacancy / Maint / Mgmt
$627
Net cashflow
$-723

Break-even live

Break-even rent $3,903
Max offer price $254,215
Occupancy floor

Sensitivity live

Price -10% $-507 -5% $-615 +0% $-723 +5% $-831 +10% $-940
Rent -10% $-959 -5% $-841 +0% $-723 +5% $-605 +10% $-487
Rate -1.0pp $-531 -0.5pp $-626 base $-723 +0.5pp $-822 +1.0pp $-923

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
$95,500
Closing costs
$11,460
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 3 comps

AddressBedsBaths SqftRent$/sqft DOM Units Dist
25023 Knob Pines Ct Spring, TX 4.0 4.0 3438 $3,400 $0.99 44d 1 0.37mi
6838 Adrienne Arbor Dr Spring, TX 4.0 3.5 3150 $3,800 $1.21 5d 1 0.89mi
5522 Mesquite Oaks Trl Spring, TX 4.0 2.0 2145 $2,500 $1.17 12d 1 1.16mi

HOA detail

Monthly dues
$75 · $900/yr
Likely covers
gaspoolgym

Listing history 4 events

  1. 2026-05-15
    status Pending 925-char remark
    Show marketing remark (925 chars)

    Beautiful 2-story home in the highly sought-after master-planned community of Auburn Lakes! This 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath home features a spacious and functional layout with the primary suite conveniently located on the first floor. Inside, you’ll find formal living and dining areas, an open-concept kitchen with breakfast bar and island, large upstairs game room. A standout feature is the custom 360-degree built-in fish tank in the formal living area, creating a unique focal point you won’t find in most homes. Recent updates a NEW roof (2025), New Carpet Downstairs, and fresh interior paint, making this home move-in ready. Enjoy added privacy with no back neighbors and a generously sized backyard. Additional features include high ceilings, a cozy gas fireplace, and an attached 2-car garage. Located in Klein ISD community amenities, including a pool, splash pad, clubhouse, fitness center, trails, and more.

  2. 2026-03-28
    listed $382,000 Active 925-char remark
    Show marketing remark (925 chars)

    Beautiful 2-story home in the highly sought-after master-planned community of Auburn Lakes! This 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath home features a spacious and functional layout with the primary suite conveniently located on the first floor. Inside, you’ll find formal living and dining areas, an open-concept kitchen with breakfast bar and island, large upstairs game room. A standout feature is the custom 360-degree built-in fish tank in the formal living area, creating a unique focal point you won’t find in most homes. Recent updates a NEW roof (2025), New Carpet Downstairs, and fresh interior paint, making this home move-in ready. Enjoy added privacy with no back neighbors and a generously sized backyard. Additional features include high ceilings, a cozy gas fireplace, and an attached 2-car garage. Located in Klein ISD community amenities, including a pool, splash pad, clubhouse, fitness center, trails, and more.

  3. 2005-02-18
    historical
  4. 2004-11-09
    listed $205,125

ⓘ 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
$10,152 · $846/mo
Projected year-2 tax
$10,152 · $846/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 (shaded) · 0% chance over 30 yrs
  • 🔥 Wildfire 2/10 Low
  • 🌡 Heat 9/10 Extreme 7 d/yr ≥110°F today · 25 d/yr by 30 yrs out
  • 💨 Wind 8/10 Severe 99% chance of damaging wind over 30 yrs
  • 🫁 Air quality 3/10 Moderate 3 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
$35,849
− Mortgage interest
−$21,398
− Property taxes
−$10,152
− Insurance
−$1,910
− Repairs & maintenance
−$2,868
− Management
−$2,868
− HOA
−$900
− Depreciation
−$11,113
Taxable loss
−$15,360
combined federal + state — saved on this device
Est. tax savings @ 24.0%
+$3,686
After-tax cash flow
$-4,994/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
Klein ISD
NCES district ID
4825740
Math proficiency
41% ▼ -12.00%
Reading proficiency
48% ▼ -3.00%
Median HH income
$78,288
Composite
40.91/100
National rank
#3615
State rank
#213 of 826 in TX

Livability — The Woodlands

Score
91/100
State rank
#1
US rank
#47

Category grades

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

Schools grade is shown separately in the Schools card above.

Census & demographics

County
Harris County · 4,702,590 people
City population
106,505
Metro
Houston-The Woodlands-Sugar Land, TX
Population (ZIP)
45,701
Household income
$140,683
Rent vs Own
24.8% rent · 75.2% own
Severe rent burden
1191.0

Population outlook (Harris County) Hauer SSP2

Today (2025)
5,571,493 people
By 2030
6,089,821 · +9.3%
By 2040
7,142,806 · +28.2%
By 2050
8,185,864 · +46.9%
By 2075
10,574,329 · +89.8%
By 2100
12,109,958 · +117.4%

Race, ethnicity, and origin ACS 2023

Neighborhood character
Diverse neighborhood (Simpson 0.62)
Race & ethnicity
White 53% Hispanic / Latino 30% Two or more races 15% Black 7% Asian 6%
Hispanic origin (detail)
Mexican 19%
Common ancestry
Lithuanian 3% Romanian 2% Italian 2%
Foreign-born
22% · Canada, Jamaica, China
Languages at home
69% English-only · Spanish 21% Other Indo-European 4% Russian/Polish/Slavic 1%

Political lean MEDSL · Harris

2024 margin
Lean D (+5.5) · D 52.0% · R 46.4% · Other 1.6%
2008→2024 swing
+3.9pp toward D · 2008: 1.6pp · 2024: 5.5pp
All cycles
2024: D+5.5 2020: D+13.3 2016: D+12.4 2012: D+0.1 2008: D+1.6

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Civics

Market trends

HPI YoY
▼ -159.54%
Current HPI
236.5688
Rent YoY
▲ 1.94%
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

Price history

+86.2% since first listed
4 events — show timeline
  • 2026-05-15 Pending HARMLS
  • 2026-03-28 Listed $382,000 HARMLS
  • 2005-02-18 Listing Removed HARMLS
  • 2004-11-09 Listed $205,125 HARMLS

Property tax history

+1.8%/yr

Latest (2025): $10,152 · +4.6% YoY. Source: county tax records.

Cash-flow waterfall

monthly

Sold comps — $/sqft

last 12 mo · ≤1 mi

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