1343 Maplebrook Dr · Columbus, GA 31904

$179,000

3 bd · 2.0 ba · 1,349 sqft · SingleFamily public records · 3 Days on market

Built 1992 6,098 sqft lot $133/sqft · 6% below area Est $190k · 6% under

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Why this score? — see what drove the C 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 +24.8/30.0
• ARV discount +10.0/15.0
• DSCR +8.0/10.0
• 1% rule +5.6/10.0
• Rent growth +3.3/5.0
• Livability +3.2/5.0
• Condition / age +2.5/5.0
• Schools +2.2/10.0
• Appreciation +0.0/10.0

Listing remarks MLS

Positioned on the northside of Columbus, this well-maintained 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offers an ideal combination of affordability, location, and move-in-ready comfort. Built in 1992, the property features an updated hall bathroom, updated wood flooring in the primary bedroom, and comfortable carpet in the secondary bedrooms and living room. The spacious kitchen provides ample room for everyday living and entertaining, while the newer roof and HVAC system offer added peace of mind for buyers. Situated on a low-maintenance lot, this home is perfect for those seeking easy upkeep without sacrificing convenience. Located just minutes from Fort Benning, as well as local schools, shopping, and area colleges, it is well-positioned for both owner-occupants and investors. Priced at $179,000, this property presents an excellent opportunity for a lower monthly mortgage payment compared to rising rental costs.

Key facts

• Low-maintenance lot
• Newer roof
• Hvac system

Tags

• UPDATED HALL BATHROOM
• UPDATED WOOD FLOORING
• NEWER ROOF
• HVAC SYSTEM
• LOW-MAINTENANCE LOT
• MINUTES FROM FORT BENNING

Property features AI

Finance

• Other: Located in Maplebrook subdivision; Address: 1343 Maplebrook Dr, Columbus, GA 31904
• HOA & community: No HOA

Exterior

• Parking: Open parking with parking pad
• Utilities: Public water; Public sewer (sewer connected); Electricity available; Cable available; Phone available
• Home design: Single-family house; One story; Resale property
• Construction: Built in 1992; Wood siding; Composition roof; Concrete basement
• Exterior features: Cul-de-sac lot

Interior

• Kitchen: Dishwasher; Electric water heater
• Bedrooms: 3 bedrooms (all on the main level)
• Flooring: Carpet; Hardwood
• Bathrooms: 2 full bathrooms (main level)
• Heating & cooling: Electric heating with heat pump; Ceiling fans; Electric cooling
• Interior features: Double vanity; Fireplace (1)
• Laundry & utility: Laundry located in hall

What this means for you Summary

Snapshot

• This is a 3-bed/2.0-bath single-family listed at $179k.

Deal economics

• At list price, monthly cash flow is $378 ($5k/yr) — positive.
• The deal already cash-flows at list — no discount required.
• Meets the 1% rule at list price ($2k rent vs $179k).
• Cap rate 8.8% vs local median 4.7% 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 64/100 on livability (#254 in GA) — a middle-class / working-renter tenant base. Strengths: cost of living A+, housing A+, health & safety B; Watch: amenities D+, crime F, commute F.
• Muscogee County (urban): math 21% / reading 30% proficiency, ranked #120 of 174 in GA (top 69%) — low school quality limits family demand, transient renter base, plan for 1-2y turnover; 61% free/reduced lunch — lower-income household profile, screen leases tightly.
• Zoned schools: Double Churches Elementary School (math 32% / reading 37%, grade F, #531 of 1,228 statewide, top 45%, 473 students, 47% FRL); Veterans Memorial Middle School (math 28% / reading 41%, grade F, #196 of 470 statewide, top 42%, 648 students, 47% FRL); Northside High School (math 15% / reading 37%, grade F, #175 of 424 statewide, top 42%, 1,402 students, 32% FRL) — zoned schools average 42% FRL vs 61% district-wide (18 pts lower); this property's tenant base skews higher-income than the district average.
• Market conditions: Rents rising (+3.0%/yr); 327 active listings in the ZIP; 5 comparable units currently listed for rent nearby; rentals leasing fast (median 14d on market — plan ~1-2 weeks tenant-placement turnaround); 291 units permitted in Muscogee County in 2024 (30 in 5+ unit buildings).
• This rent runs 34% of the median local income ($66k/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 $1k of loan paydown is wiped out by about $5k of value loss. Plan a longer hold.
• Muscogee County population projected at +15% by 2050 — modest demand growth; plan on rents tracking national, not racing it.

Negotiation context

• Only 3 days on market — expect competitive offers; lowballing is unlikely to land.
• 3 sale attempts since 8y 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

• Climate carrying-cost: major wind risk, 73% chance of damaging wind over 30y; extreme-heat days projected 7→19/yr by 2055 (HVAC capex compounding) — expect insurance premiums to compound above CPI over the hold.

Recommended offer $179,000

Questions for the listing agent

1. Is there a deadline driving the sale (1031 exchange, divorce, estate, relocation)? That informs how much negotiation room exists.
2. 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?
3. 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?
4. 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.
5. 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.
6. 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: 1.06% ✓
• Cap rate: 8.82%
• Cash-on-cash: 9.04%
• DSCR: 1.40
• GRM: 7.9

CMA / ARV

• ARV (median comp): $189,585
• List price: $179,000
• Delta: -5.58%
• Verdict: FAIR
• Comps: 20 within 1.0 mi

Show comp detail 12 sales within ~0.75 mi

Address	Dist	Beds/Ba	Sqft	Sold	Price	$/sf	Match
1343 Maplebrook Dr	0.00mi	3/2.0	1,349 (0%)	1mo	$169,900	$126	100
140 Maplebrook Ct	0.08mi	3/2.0	1,449 (+7%)	4mo	$215,000	$148	80
8105 Trafalgar Way	0.21mi	3/1.5	1,296 (-4%)	2mo	$209,900	$162	80
1420 Maplebrook Dr	0.18mi	3/2.0	1,303 (-3%)	13mo	$190,000	$146	75
8344 Twin Chapel Dr	0.46mi	3/2.0	1,309 (-3%)	4mo	$194,000	$148	70
8102 Trafalgar Way	0.18mi	4/2.0 (+1)	1,225 (-9%)	4mo	$218,000	$178	68
912 Eden St	0.54mi	3/2.0	1,381 (+2%)	8mo	$225,000	$163	64
1006 Vesper Dr	0.39mi	4/2.0 (+1)	1,377 (+2%)	14mo	$189,000	$137	62
907 Double Churches Rd	0.70mi	3/2.0	1,287 (-5%)	2mo	$190,000	$148	57
907 Eden St	0.57mi	3/2.0	1,252 (-7%)	5mo	$189,900	$152	57
8259 Lantern Ln	0.57mi	3/2.0	1,447 (+7%)	6mo	$228,000	$158	56
8401 Canaan Cir	0.59mi	3/2.0	1,222 (-9%)	8mo	$224,900	$184	50

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 · 3.04% rent growth · sell at horizon

5-year hold

• IRR: -2.6%
• Equity multiple: 0.90×
• Total profit: $-4,919
• Equity at exit: $26,689

10-year hold

• IRR: 7.1%
• Equity multiple: 1.54×
• Total profit: $26,829
• Equity at exit: $15,477

Cash invested: $50,120 (down + closing). Projections, not guarantees.

Landlord ↔ Tenant lean methodology

• Overall (STATE): 90 Strongly Landlord-Friendly
• State Georgia: 90 Strongly Landlord-Friendly · R+3
• County: — inherits STATE
• City: — inherits STATE

Magistrate court evictions in 10-30 days; no rent control; preempted; few tenant protections.

Methodology + full state rankings →

ZIP-level market 31904

• Rents YoY: 3.0%
• Active inventory: 327
• Price-to-rent: 7.9×

Monthly cashflow live

• Estimated rent: $1,898 high
• Mortgage (P&I): −$939
• Tax from tax record: −$108 /mo · $1,298/yr
• Insurance: −$75
• HOA: −$0
• Vacancy / Maint / Mgmt: −$398
• Net cashflow: $378

Break-even live

Break-even rent $1,420

Max offer price $179,000

Occupancy floor 75%

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: $44,750
• Closing costs: $5,370
• Reserves months: —
• Total cash needed: —

Rent comps 5 comps

Address	Beds	Baths	Sqft	Rent	$/sqft	DOM	Units	Dist
1335 Maplebrook Dr Unit A Columbus, GA	2.0	1.0	1200	$2,195	$1.83	43d	1	0.04mi
1218 Vesper Dr Columbus, GA	3.0	2.0	1053	$1,350	$1.28	21d	1	0.36mi
1700 Fountain Ct Columbus, GA	1.0–2.0	1.5–2.0	1313	$1,893	$1.44	13d	11	0.61mi
7911 Cleo Dr Columbus, GA	3.0	2.0	1400	$1,750	$1.25	13d	1	1.28mi
2700 Double Churches Rd Columbus, GA	1.0–3.0	1.0–2.0	1150	$1,808	$1.57	13d	17	1.47mi

Listing history 7 events

1. 2026-05-05
   status Under Contract 913-char remark

   Show marketing remark (910 chars)

   Positioned on the northside of Columbus, this well-maintained 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offers an ideal combination of affordability, location, and move-in-ready comfort. Built in 1992, the property features an updated hall bathroom, updated wood flooring in the primary bedroom, and comfortable carpet in the secondary bedrooms and living room. The spacious kitchen provides ample room for everyday living and entertaining, while the newer roof and HVAC system offer added peace of mind for buyers. Situated on a low-maintenance lot, this home is perfect for those seeking easy upkeep without sacrificing convenience. Located just minutes from Fort Benning, as well as local schools, shopping, and area colleges, it is well-positioned for both owner-occupants and investors. Priced at $179,000, this property presents an excellent opportunity for a lower monthly mortgage payment compared to rising rental costs.

2. 2026-05-05
   status Pending 910-char remark

   Show marketing remark (910 chars)

   Positioned on the northside of Columbus, this well-maintained 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offers an ideal combination of affordability, location, and move-in-ready comfort. Built in 1992, the property features an updated hall bathroom, updated wood flooring in the primary bedroom, and comfortable carpet in the secondary bedrooms and living room. The spacious kitchen provides ample room for everyday living and entertaining, while the newer roof and HVAC system offer added peace of mind for buyers. Situated on a low-maintenance lot, this home is perfect for those seeking easy upkeep without sacrificing convenience. Located just minutes from Fort Benning, as well as local schools, shopping, and area colleges, it is well-positioned for both owner-occupants and investors. Priced at $179,000, this property presents an excellent opportunity for a lower monthly mortgage payment compared to rising rental costs.

3. 2026-05-01
   listed $179,000 New 913-char remark

   Show marketing remark (910 chars)

   Positioned on the northside of Columbus, this well-maintained 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offers an ideal combination of affordability, location, and move-in-ready comfort. Built in 1992, the property features an updated hall bathroom, updated wood flooring in the primary bedroom, and comfortable carpet in the secondary bedrooms and living room. The spacious kitchen provides ample room for everyday living and entertaining, while the newer roof and HVAC system offer added peace of mind for buyers. Situated on a low-maintenance lot, this home is perfect for those seeking easy upkeep without sacrificing convenience. Located just minutes from Fort Benning, as well as local schools, shopping, and area colleges, it is well-positioned for both owner-occupants and investors. Priced at $179,000, this property presents an excellent opportunity for a lower monthly mortgage payment compared to rising rental costs.

4. 2026-05-01
   listed $179,000 Active 910-char remark

   Show marketing remark (910 chars)

   Positioned on the northside of Columbus, this well-maintained 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offers an ideal combination of affordability, location, and move-in-ready comfort. Built in 1992, the property features an updated hall bathroom, updated wood flooring in the primary bedroom, and comfortable carpet in the secondary bedrooms and living room. The spacious kitchen provides ample room for everyday living and entertaining, while the newer roof and HVAC system offer added peace of mind for buyers. Situated on a low-maintenance lot, this home is perfect for those seeking easy upkeep without sacrificing convenience. Located just minutes from Fort Benning, as well as local schools, shopping, and area colleges, it is well-positioned for both owner-occupants and investors. Priced at $179,000, this property presents an excellent opportunity for a lower monthly mortgage payment compared to rising rental costs.

5. 2019-02-14
   soldstatus $128,800
6. 2019-02-08
   soldstatus $128,750

   Show marketing remark (335 chars)

   Very well kept home in north Columbus, Located in cul-de-sac Be "comfy-cozy" by the fireplace in the living room of this lovely home in North Columbus. Just in time for the Holidays! Once you step inside you will feel right at home, with spacious family room, 3 Bedrooms, 2 Full baths. Large eat-in kitchen, Like new carpet.

7. 2018-10-08
   listed $129,900

   Show marketing remark (335 chars)

   Very well kept home in north Columbus, Located in cul-de-sac Be "comfy-cozy" by the fireplace in the living room of this lovely home in North Columbus. Just in time for the Holidays! Once you step inside you will feel right at home, with spacious family room, 3 Bedrooms, 2 Full baths. Large eat-in kitchen, Like new carpet.

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

Tax reassessment forecast GA · Resets to sale price

• Current annual tax: $1,298 · $108/mo
• Projected year-2 tax: $1,647 · $137/mo
• Expected delta: +$349/yr (+$29/mo · 26.9%)

ⓘ 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 3/10 Moderate
• 🌡 Heat 7/10 Severe 7 d/yr ≥106°F today · 19 d/yr by 30 yrs out
• 💨 Wind 6/10 Major 73% chance of damaging wind over 30 yrs
• 🫁 Air quality 4/10 Moderate 6 unhealthy d/yr today · 7 by 30 yrs out

Taxation est. · year 1

• Rental income: $22,770
• − Mortgage interest: −$10,027
• − Property taxes: −$1,298
• − Insurance: −$895
• − Repairs & maintenance: −$1,822
• − Management: −$1,822
• − Depreciation: −$5,207
• Taxable income: $1,701
• Est. tax owed @ 24.0%: −$408
• After-tax cash flow: $4,124/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: Muscogee County
• NCES district ID: 1303870
• Math proficiency: 21% ▼ -11.00%
• Reading proficiency: 30% ▼ -7.00%
• Median HH income: $41,176
• Composite: 21.6/100
• National rank: #8297
• State rank: #120 of 174 in GA

Livability — Columbus

• Score: 64/100
• State rank: #254
• US rank: #14102

Category grades

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

Schools grade is shown separately in the Schools card above.

Census & demographics

• Census place: Columbus, GA
• County: Muscogee County · 180,764 people
• City population: 180,764
• Metro: Columbus, GA-AL
• Population (ZIP): 35,405
• Household income: $66,291
• Rent vs Own: 48.2% rent · 51.8% own
• Severe rent burden: 2030.0

Population outlook (Muscogee County) Hauer SSP2

• Today (2025): 216,729 people
• By 2030: 224,504 · +3.6%
• By 2040: 238,318 · +10.0%
• By 2050: 249,027 · +14.9%
• By 2075: 264,862 · +22.2%
• By 2100: 254,786 · +17.6%

Race, ethnicity, and origin ACS 2023

• Neighborhood character: Diverse neighborhood (Simpson 0.60)
• Race & ethnicity: White 56% Black 28% Two or more races 8% Hispanic / Latino 7% Asian 2%
• Hispanic origin (detail): Mexican 3% Puerto Rican 1%
• Common ancestry: Slovak 1% Italian 1% Romanian 1%
• Foreign-born: 5% · Canada, South Korea
• Languages at home: 93% English-only · Spanish 4% Korean 1% German/W. Germanic 1%

Political lean MEDSL · Muscogee

• 2024 margin: Strong D (+23.4) · D 61.4% · R 38.0%
• 2008→2024 swing: +3.7pp toward D · 2008: 19.7pp · 2024: 23.4pp
• All cycles: 2024: D+23.4 2020: D+24.0 2016: D+18.6 2012: D+21.3 2008: D+19.7

Not yet ingested

• Civics: —

Market trends

• HPI YoY: ▼ -152.06%
• Current HPI: 155.1405
• Rent YoY: ▲ 3.04%
• Metro: Columbus, GA-AL
• State GDP YoY: ▲ 2.66%
• F500 in state: 28

Industry mix (Fortune 500 HQ in GA)

Industry	F500 HQs	Revenue
▸Paper / Packaging	2	$29B
▸Retail	1	$160B
▸Transportation / Logistics	1	$91B
▸Airlines	1	$62B
▸Consumer Goods	1	$47B
▸Utilities	1	$25B

Price history

+30.8% since first listed

10 events — show timeline

• 2026-06-09 Sold (Public Records) $169,900 Public Records
• 2026-06-02 Sold (MLS) $169,900 GAMLS
• 2026-06-02 Sold (MLS) $169,900 CBOR
• 2026-05-05 Pending — GAMLS
• 2026-05-05 Pending — CBOR
• 2026-05-01 Listed $179,000 GAMLS
• 2026-05-01 Listed $179,000 CBOR
• 2019-02-14 Sold (Public Records) $128,800 Public Records
• 2019-02-08 Sold (MLS) $128,750 CBOR
• 2018-10-08 Listed $129,900 CBOR

Property tax history

+1.5%/yr

Latest (2025): $1,298 · +0.1% YoY. Source: county tax records.