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3167 W Dartmouth St
B- Composite 67.88
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 +3.7/5.0
  • Rent growth +2.5/5.0
  • Condition / age +2.5/5.0
  • Schools +1.7/10.0
  • Appreciation +0.0/10.0

$57,900

3167 W Dartmouth St · Flint, MI 48504
3 bd · 1.0 ba · 810 sqft · SingleFamily · 47 Days on market
5,227 sqft lot $71/sqft · 71% above area ↓ 3% since listing

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

Listing remarks MLS

Charming 3 bedroom, 1 bath home in Flint Township! This inviting residence features cozy living spaces with a gas fireplace in the living area, thoughtfully centered between the bedrooms and kitchen. Step outside to a massive barn, ideal for storage, hobbies, or a workshop. Enjoy the perfect blend of comfortable indoor living and versatile outdoor opportunities. Conveniently located near schools, shopping, and local amenities.

Key facts

  • 5,227 sq ft lot
  • Listed 46 days

Property features AI

Finance

  • Other: Above-grade finished area approximately 810 square feet
  • HOA & community: Homeowners association present

Exterior

  • Utilities: Public water; Public sewer
  • Home design: Single family residence; One story
  • Construction: Vinyl siding; Slab foundation
  • Exterior features: Lot approximately 0.12 acres; Lot dimensions: 210

Interior

  • Bathrooms: 1 full bathroom
  • Heating & cooling: Forced air heating (natural gas); No cooling
  • Interior features: 3 total rooms

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/1.0-bath single-family listed at $58k.

Deal economics

  • At list price, monthly cash flow is $317 ($4k/yr) — positive.
  • The deal already cash-flows at list — no discount required.
  • Meets the 1% rule at list price ($890 rent vs $58k).
  • Recommended offer: $56k (3.0% below list) — sets the bar for market timing.

Location & tenants

  • Location reads 74/100 on livability (#196 in MI, #4,946 nationally) — a middle-class / working-renter tenant base. Strengths: commute A+, cost of living A+, housing A+; Watch: schools F, crime F, employment F.
  • Carman-Ainsworth Community Schools (suburban): math 12% / reading 28% proficiency, ranked #468 of 540 in MI (top 87%) — low school quality limits family demand, transient renter base, plan for 1-2y turnover; 64% free/reduced lunch — lower-income household profile, screen leases tightly.
  • Market conditions: 132 active listings in the ZIP; 10 comparable units currently listed for rent nearby; rentals lingering (median 45d on market — plan ~5-8 weeks vacancy on turnover, expect pricing pressure); 70% of comp listings sitting > 30 days — soft ceiling on asking rent; 419 units permitted in Genesee County in 2024 (68 in 5+ unit buildings).

Forward outlook

  • Local home prices are declining (-3.0%/yr); year-one equity from $400 of loan paydown is wiped out by about $2k of value loss. Plan a longer hold.
  • Genesee County population projected at -27% by 2050 — secular population decline; favor cash flow + early exit over multi-decade hold.
  • At projected returns (-3.0% appreciation + 3.0% rent growth), your $16k cash investment doubles in ~6 years — after that, you're playing with house money.

Negotiation context

  • It's been on market 47 days — a 3% lower offer ($56k) is reasonable based on typical stale-listing flexibility.
  • 2 sale attempts 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.
Recommended offer $56,163 (3.0% below list)

Questions for the listing agent

  1. It's been on market 47 days. Have you received any prior offers? Is the seller open to a 3% concession, seller financing, or rate buy-down credit?
  2. Is there a deadline driving the sale (1031 exchange, divorce, estate, relocation)? That informs how much negotiation room exists.
  3. 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?
  4. 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?
  5. 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.
  6. 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.
  7. 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
1.54%
Cap rate
12.85%
Cash-on-cash
23.43%
DSCR
2.04
GRM
5.4

CMA / ARV

ARV (median comp)
$33,916
List price
$57,900
Delta
70.72%
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
2495 Lavelle Rd 0.04mi 3/1.0 822 (+2%) 6mo $17,500 $21 91
2545 Lavelle Rd 0.11mi 3/1.0 864 (+7%) 16mo $74,000 $86 70
3171 W Dartmouth St 0.01mi 2/1.0 (-1) 730 (-10%) 12mo $58,000 $79 68
2909 Wisner St 0.39mi 2/1.0 (-1) 816 (+1%) 12mo $10,400 $13 66
3143 Maywood Dr 0.61mi 3/1.0 882 (+9%) 1mo $35,000 $40 56
3432 Concord St 0.42mi 2/1.0 (-1) 910 (+12%) 2mo $47,000 $52 53
2331 Welch Blvd 0.50mi 3/1.0 912 (+13%) 7mo $69,900 $77 50
2613 Brownell Blvd 0.59mi 3/1.0 911 (+12%) 4mo $78,000 $86 48
2713 Brownell Blvd 0.58mi 2/1.0 (-1) 728 (-10%) 5mo $35,000 $48 47
1713 W Dartmouth St 0.71mi 3/1.0 720 (-11%) 5mo $69,900 $97 44
2632 Landon St 0.71mi 2/1.0 (-1) 740 (-9%) 17mo $18,500 $25 34
3622 Winona St 0.70mi 2/1.0 (-1) 697 (-14%) 11mo $54,900 $79 30

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
16.5%
Equity multiple
1.67×
Total profit
$10,785
Equity at exit
$8,633
10-year hold
IRR
25.1%
Equity multiple
3.18×
Total profit
$35,374
Equity at exit
$5,006

Cash invested: $16,212 (down + closing). Projections, not guarantees.

Landlord ↔ Tenant lean methodology

Overall (STATE)
62 Landlord-Friendly
State Michigan
62 Landlord-Friendly · EVEN
County
— inherits STATE
City
— inherits STATE
7-day pay-or-quit; mixed climate; Detroit/AA have some protections.

ZIP-level market 48504

Active inventory
132
Price-to-rent
5.4×

Monthly cashflow live

Estimated rent
$890 high interval (Pro) →
Mortgage (P&I)
$304
Tax from tax record
$59 /mo · $705/yr
Insurance
$24
HOA
$0
Vacancy / Maint / Mgmt
$187
Net cashflow
$317

Break-even live

Break-even rent $489
Max offer price $57,900
Occupancy floor 59%

Sensitivity live

Price -10% $349 -5% $333 +0% $317 +5% $300 +10% $284
Rent -10% $246 -5% $281 +0% $317 +5% $352 +10% $387
Rate -1.0pp $346 -0.5pp $331 base $317 +0.5pp $302 +1.0pp $286

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
$14,475
Closing costs
$1,737
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
2410 Gena Ann Ln Unit GEN2410 Flint, MI 3.0 2.0 960 $895 $0.93 44d 1 0.41mi
2410 Gena Ann Ln Flint, MI 3.0 2.0 960 $895 $0.93 45d 1 0.41mi
2419 Gena Ann Ln Unit GEN2419 Flint, MI 3.0 2.0 960 $895 $0.93 44d 1 0.44mi
2462 Gena Ann Ln Unit GEN2462 Flint, MI 3.0 2.0 960 $895 $0.93 44d 1 0.44mi
3376 Preston Pl Unit PRE3376 Flint, MI 3.0 2.0 960 $895 $0.93 44d 1 0.46mi
3616 Concord St Unit CON3616 Flint, MI 3.0 2.0 960 $895 $0.93 44d 1 0.54mi
2332 Fredonia Ave Unit FRE2332 Flint, MI 3.0 2.0 960 $895 $0.93 44d 1 0.57mi
3506 Brownell Blvd Flint, MI 2.0 1.0 600 $825 $1.38 14d 1 0.69mi
3221 Burgess St Flint, MI 2.0 1.0 755 $875 $1.16 22d 1 0.86mi
711 W Dewey St Flint, MI 3.0 1.0 1011 $925 $0.91 22d 1 1.28mi

Listing history 19 events

  1. 2026-06-21
    days on market $57,900 Active 47 DOM
  2. 2026-06-18
    days on market $57,900 Active 44 DOM
  3. 2026-06-17
    days on market $57,900 Active 43 DOM
  4. 2026-06-16
    days on market $57,900 Active 42 DOM
  5. 2026-06-15
    days on market $57,900 Active 41 DOM
  6. 2026-06-14
    days on market $57,900 Active 39 DOM
  7. 2026-06-13
    days on market $57,900 Active 38 DOM
  8. 2026-06-10
    days on market $57,900 Active 36 DOM
  9. 2026-06-09
    days on market $57,900 Active 35 DOM
  10. 2026-06-09
    price $57,900 Active 34 DOM
  11. 2026-06-08
    days on market $59,900 Active 34 DOM
    Show marketing remark (430 chars)

    Charming 3 bedroom, 1 bath home in Flint Township! This inviting residence features cozy living spaces with a gas fireplace in the living area, thoughtfully centered between the bedrooms and kitchen. Step outside to a massive barn, ideal for storage, hobbies, or a workshop. Enjoy the perfect blend of comfortable indoor living and versatile outdoor opportunities. Conveniently located near schools, shopping, and local amenities.

  12. 2026-06-07
    days on market $59,900 Active 33 DOM
  13. 2026-06-05
    days on market $59,900 Active 30 DOM
  14. 2026-06-02
    days on market $59,900 Active 28 DOM
  15. 2026-06-01
    days on market $59,900 Active 27 DOM
  16. 2026-05-31
    days on market $59,900 Active 26 DOM
  17. 2026-05-30
    days on market $59,900 Active 25 DOM
  18. 2026-05-05
    listed $59,900 Active 430-char remark
    Show marketing remark (430 chars)

    Charming 3 bedroom, 1 bath home in Flint Township! This inviting residence features cozy living spaces with a gas fireplace in the living area, thoughtfully centered between the bedrooms and kitchen. Step outside to a massive barn, ideal for storage, hobbies, or a workshop. Enjoy the perfect blend of comfortable indoor living and versatile outdoor opportunities. Conveniently located near schools, shopping, and local amenities.

  19. 2026-05-05
    listed $59,900 Active 430-char remark
    Show marketing remark (430 chars)

    Charming 3 bedroom, 1 bath home in Flint Township! This inviting residence features cozy living spaces with a gas fireplace in the living area, thoughtfully centered between the bedrooms and kitchen. Step outside to a massive barn, ideal for storage, hobbies, or a workshop. Enjoy the perfect blend of comfortable indoor living and versatile outdoor opportunities. Conveniently located near schools, shopping, and local amenities.

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

Tax reassessment forecast MI · Partial reset (capped growth)

Current annual tax
$705 · $59/mo
Projected year-2 tax
$798 · $67/mo
Expected delta
+$93/yr (+$8/mo · 13.2%)

ⓘ 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 ≥96°F today · 15 d/yr by 30 yrs out
  • 💨 Wind 2/10 Low
  • 🫁 Air quality 3/10 Moderate 3 unhealthy d/yr today · 4 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
$10,680
− Mortgage interest
−$3,243
− Property taxes
−$705
− Insurance
−$290
− Repairs & maintenance
−$854
− Management
−$854
− Depreciation
−$1,684
Taxable income
$3,049
combined federal + state — saved on this device
Est. tax owed @ 24.0%
−$732
After-tax cash flow
$3,067/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
Carman-Ainsworth Community Schools
NCES district ID
2607890
Math proficiency
12% ▼ -14.00%
Reading proficiency
28% ▼ -8.00%
Median HH income
$39,394
Composite
16.84/100
National rank
#9149
State rank
#468 of 540 in MI

Livability — Flint

Score
74/100
State rank
#196
US rank
#4946

Category grades

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

Schools grade is shown separately in the Schools card above.

Census & demographics

City population
93,814
Population (ZIP)
23,873

Population outlook (Genesee County) Hauer SSP2

Today (2025)
381,312 people
By 2030
362,731 · -4.9%
By 2040
321,550 · -15.7%
By 2050
279,212 · -26.8%
By 2075
193,336 · -49.3%
By 2100
128,118 · -66.4%

Race, ethnicity, and origin ACS 2023

Neighborhood character
Predominantly Black (66%)
Race & ethnicity
Black 66% White 24% Two or more races 6% Hispanic / Latino 5% Asian 1%
Common ancestry
Romanian 2% Lithuanian 1% Italian 1%
Foreign-born
3% · Canada, China
Languages at home
96% English-only · Spanish 2%

Political lean MEDSL · Genesee

2024 margin
Toss-up / Even · D 51.4% · R 47.2% · Other 1.4%
2008→2024 swing
-28.3pp toward R · 2008: 32.5pp · 2024: 4.2pp
All cycles
2024: D+4.2 2020: D+9.3 2016: D+9.5 2012: D+28.2 2008: D+32.5

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Civics

Market trends

HPI YoY
▼ -101.67%
Current HPI
94.3111
Rent YoY
Metro
State GDP YoY
▲ 1.37%
F500 in state
28

Industry mix (Fortune 500 HQ in MI)

Industry F500 HQs Revenue

Price history

-3.3% since first listed
4 events — show timeline
  • 2026-06-08 Price Changed $57,900 MiRealSource-MiMLS
  • 2026-06-08 Price Changed $57,900 REALCOMP
  • 2026-05-05 Listed $59,900 REALCOMP
  • 2026-05-05 Listed $59,900 MiRealSource-MiMLS

Property tax history

+1.4%/yr

Latest (2025): $705 · +3.5% YoY. Source: county tax records.

Cash-flow waterfall

monthly

Sold comps — $/sqft

last 12 mo · ≤1 mi

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