1103-1105 College Ave · Elmira, NY 14901

$189,999

6 bd · 2.0 ba · 2,720 sqft · MultiFamily · 180 Days on market

Built 1929 Fair condition 0.32 ac lot $70/sqft · 12% above area Est $169k · 12% over

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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
• DSCR +10.0/10.0
• Appreciation +10.0/10.0
• 1% rule +8.6/10.0
• Livability +3.1/5.0
• Rent growth +2.5/5.0
• Schools +2.4/10.0
• Condition / age +2.2/5.0
• ARV discount +2.0/15.0

Multi-family units

County records classify this as Multi-Family (2-4 Unit). Listing-text estimate: 2 units. confirmed

Listing remarks MLS

This duplex at 1103–1105 College Ave is a rare opportunity to secure both immediate income and long-term growth in one of Elmira’s most desirable rental corridors. With one unit currently rented month-to-month at $950, investors benefit from steady cash flow from day one. The second unit has just been finalized, offering flexibility for an owner-occupant or the ability to lease at market rates of $1,200–$1,400, significantly increasing gross rental income potential. The property’s location is a major driver of demand: just minutes from LECOM Medical School and Arnot Ogden Medical Center, ensuring a consistent tenant pool of medical students, residents, and healthcare professionals. This proximity translates into strong rental stability and premium rates compared to other Elmira neighborhoods. With projected gross rents of $2,150–$2,350 per month, investors can achieve attractive returns while benefiting from a property that is already cash-flowing. The duplex’s updated finishes, spacious layouts, and professional presentation—including a 3D tour—make it easy to attract quality tenants and minimize vacancy. Whether you’re seeking a turnkey addition to your portfolio or a smart owner-occupant strategy with rental support, this property delivers a compelling blend of location, income, and appreciation potential.

Key facts

• Spacious layouts
• Updated finishes
• 3d tour

Tags

• UPDATED FINISHES
• SPACIOUS LAYOUTS
• 3D TOUR
• TURNKEY ADDITION

What this means for you Summary

Snapshot

• This is a 2 × 3-bed/1-bath units multifamily listed at $190k. Condition is rated fair.

Deal economics

• At list price, monthly cash flow is $728 ($9k/yr) — positive. Per door: $364/mo.
• The deal already cash-flows at list — no discount required.
• Meets the 1% rule at list price ($3k rent vs $190k).
• Recommended offer: $167k (12.0% below list) — sets the bar for market timing.

Location & tenants

• Location reads 62/100 on livability (#832 in NY) — a middle-class / working-renter tenant base. Strengths: cost of living A+, housing A+, health & safety A+; Watch: schools F, crime F, amenities F.
• Elmira City School District (urban): math 23% / reading 35% proficiency, ranked #580 of 590 in NY (top 98%) — low school quality limits family demand, transient renter base, plan for 1-2y turnover.
• Market conditions: 78 active listings in the ZIP; 91 units permitted in Chemung County in 2024 (63 in 5+ unit buildings).

Forward outlook

• In year one you build about $20k of equity ($1k loan paydown + $19k appreciation (10.0% local appreciation)).
• Chemung County population projected at -17% by 2050 — secular population decline; favor cash flow + early exit over multi-decade hold.
• At projected returns (10.0% appreciation + 3.0% rent growth), your $53k cash investment doubles in ~2 years — after that, you're playing with house money.
• By year 2, paydown + projected appreciation supports a ~$33k cash-out refi (75% LTV) — recoverable capital for the next deal without selling this one.

Negotiation context

• It's been on market 180 days — a 12% lower offer ($167k) is reasonable based on typical stale-listing flexibility.

Risks & watch-outs

• Watch-outs: built in 1929 — expect roof / HVAC / electrical / plumbing capex.
• Climate carrying-cost: moderate flood risk — expect insurance premiums to compound above CPI over the hold.

Recommended offer $167,199 (12.0% below list)

Questions for the listing agent

1. It's been on market 180 days. Have you received any prior offers? Is the seller open to a 12% concession, seller financing, or rate buy-down credit?
2. Can we see the unit-by-unit rent roll, current vacancy, and any below-market leases? What's the average tenancy length?
3. What capital expenditures (roof, boiler, parking lot, exteriors) have been made in the last 5 years, and what's planned in the next 2?
4. Have any recent inspections been done? Can we get a copy of the seller's disclosures and any deferred-maintenance estimates?
5. Built in 1929 — when were the roof, HVAC, electrical panel, plumbing, and water heater last replaced?
6. Why hasn't it sold? Are there any deal-killer items the seller is aware of (foundation, flood, title, zoning, code violations)?
7. Is there a deadline driving the sale (1031 exchange, divorce, estate, relocation)? That informs how much negotiation room exists.
8. 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?
9. 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?
10. 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.
11. 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.
12. How much new apartment / multifamily construction is in the pipeline within 1–3 miles? Heavy new supply (>2% of stock underway) typically softens rents 12–24 months out; light construction supports rent growth.

Investment metrics

• 1% rule: 1.36% ✓
• Cap rate: 10.89%
• Cash-on-cash: 16.41%
• DSCR: 1.73
• GRM: 6.1

CMA / ARV

• ARV (median comp): $169,211
• List price: $189,999
• Delta: 12.29%
• Verdict: OVERPRICED
• Comps: 20 within 1.0 mi

Show comp detail 7 sales within ~0.75 mi

Address	Dist	Beds/Ba	Sqft	Sold	Price	$/sf	Match
1127 Lake St	0.68mi	6/2.0	2,736 (+1%)	7mo	$45,000	$16	61
303-305 Norton St	0.49mi	6/2.0	2,580 (-5%)	10mo	$48,500	$19	60
312-314 Hathorn Street St	0.41mi	6/2.0	2,462 (-10%)	7mo	$44,000	$18	59
1171-1173 Magee St	0.26mi	5/2.0 (-1)	2,364 (-13%)	11mo	$45,000	$19	52
1207 Grand Central Ave	0.54mi	6/2.0	2,502 (-8%)	18mo	$89,900	$36	46
154 W 6th St	0.61mi	5/3.0 (-1)	2,982 (+10%)	1mo	$206,000	$69	46
663 Davis St	0.73mi	5/3.0 (-1)	2,816 (+4%)	17mo	$125,000	$44	37

Match score weights: distance 35% · size 25% · config 20% · recency 20%. Top-matched comps best support the ARV.

Projected returns pro-forma

10.0% appreciation · 3.0% rent growth · sell at horizon

5-year hold

• IRR: 36.4%
• Equity multiple: 3.82×
• Total profit: $149,854
• Equity at exit: $171,166

10-year hold

• IRR: 31.4%
• Equity multiple: 8.61×
• Total profit: $404,935
• Equity at exit: $369,126

Cash invested: $53,200 (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.

Methodology + full state rankings →

ZIP-level market 14901

• Home prices YoY: 15.9%
• Active inventory: 78
• Price-to-rent: 12.3×

Monthly cashflow live

• Estimated rent: $2,583 high
• Mortgage (P&I): −$996
• Tax est. 1.5%: −$237 /mo · $2,850/yr
• Insurance: −$79
• HOA: −$0
• Vacancy / Maint / Mgmt: −$542
• Net cashflow: $728

Break-even live

Break-even rent $1,662

Max offer price $189,999

Occupancy floor 67%

2-unit breakdown (identical units grouped — click to expand)

Units	Beds	Baths	Est. rent
▸ 2× units	3	1	$2,584
Total (2 units)			$2,583

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: $47,500
• Closing costs: $5,700
• Reserves months: —
• Total cash needed: —

Listing history 2 events

1. 2026-05-13
   status Pending 1384-char remark

   Show marketing remark (1384 chars)

   This duplex at 1103–1105 College Ave is a rare opportunity to secure both immediate income and long-term growth in one of Elmira’s most desirable rental corridors. With one unit currently rented month-to-month at $950, investors benefit from steady cash flow from day one. The second unit has just been finalized, offering flexibility for an owner-occupant or the ability to lease at market rates of $1,200–$1,400, significantly increasing gross rental income potential. The property’s location is a major driver of demand: just minutes from LECOM Medical School and Arnot Ogden Medical Center, ensuring a consistent tenant pool of medical students, residents, and healthcare professionals. This proximity translates into strong rental stability and premium rates compared to other Elmira neighborhoods. With projected gross rents of $2,150–$2,350 per month, investors can achieve attractive returns while benefiting from a property that is already cash-flowing. The duplex’s updated finishes, spacious layouts, and professional presentation—including a 3D tour—make it easy to attract quality tenants and minimize vacancy. Whether you’re seeking a turnkey addition to your portfolio or a smart owner-occupant strategy with rental support, this property delivers a compelling blend of location, income, and appreciation potential.

2. 2025-11-14
   listed $189,999 Active 1384-char remark

   Show marketing remark (1384 chars)

   This duplex at 1103–1105 College Ave is a rare opportunity to secure both immediate income and long-term growth in one of Elmira’s most desirable rental corridors. With one unit currently rented month-to-month at $950, investors benefit from steady cash flow from day one. The second unit has just been finalized, offering flexibility for an owner-occupant or the ability to lease at market rates of $1,200–$1,400, significantly increasing gross rental income potential. The property’s location is a major driver of demand: just minutes from LECOM Medical School and Arnot Ogden Medical Center, ensuring a consistent tenant pool of medical students, residents, and healthcare professionals. This proximity translates into strong rental stability and premium rates compared to other Elmira neighborhoods. With projected gross rents of $2,150–$2,350 per month, investors can achieve attractive returns while benefiting from a property that is already cash-flowing. The duplex’s updated finishes, spacious layouts, and professional presentation—including a 3D tour—make it easy to attract quality tenants and minimize vacancy. Whether you’re seeking a turnkey addition to your portfolio or a smart owner-occupant strategy with rental support, this property delivers a compelling blend of location, income, and appreciation potential.

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

Climate risk First Street

• 🌊 Flood 5/10 Major FEMA zone X · 48% chance over 30 yrs
• 🔥 Wildfire 3/10 Moderate
• 🌡 Heat 3/10 Moderate 7 d/yr ≥97°F today · 17 d/yr by 30 yrs out
• 💨 Wind 2/10 Low 100% chance of damaging wind over 30 yrs
• 🫁 Air quality 1/10 Low 0 unhealthy d/yr today · 0 by 30 yrs out

Taxation est. · year 1

• Rental income: $30,996
• − Mortgage interest: −$10,643
• − Property taxes: −$2,850
• − Insurance: −$950
• − Repairs & maintenance: −$2,480
• − Management: −$2,480
• − Depreciation: −$5,527
• Taxable income: $6,067
• Est. tax owed @ 24.0%: −$1,456
• After-tax cash flow: $7,274/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.

Condition & rehab AI · 1 photo

Fair 45/100 Moderate rehab

This two-unit property requires moderate repairs to exterior siding and roof, along with routine landscaping. Improvements in these areas would significantly enhance its resale and rental value.

Repairs flagged

• Major Exterior siding — Significant weathering and discoloration
• Moderate Roof — Potential wear and discoloration

Value-add opportunities

• Both Landscaping and exterior painting — Improves curb appeal and resale value
• Both Roof repair — Essential for structural integrity and long-term value
• Both Exterior siding repair — Enhances curb appeal and resale value

Renovation cost estimate screening

Repair item	Severity	Est. cost
Exterior siding · Significant weathering and discoloration	Major	$15,000–50,000
Roof · Potential wear and discoloration	Moderate	$3,000–15,000
Total estimated repair cost · 2 items		$18,000–65,000

Value-add ROI direction

• Both Landscaping and exterior painting — Improves curb appeal and resale value ↑
• Both Roof repair — Essential for structural integrity and long-term value ↑
• Both Exterior siding repair — Enhances curb appeal and resale value ↑

ⓘ Cost ranges are severity-bucket heuristics (US national rule-of-thumb). Get contractor quotes + a written scope before underwriting a rehab budget.

Schools (NCES district)

• District: Elmira City School District
• NCES district ID: 3610560
• Math proficiency: 23% ▼ -7.00%
• Reading proficiency: 35% ▲ 7.00%
• Median HH income: $40,180
• Composite: 24.39/100
• National rank: #7688
• State rank: #580 of 590 in NY

Livability — Elmira

• Score: 62/100
• State rank: #832
• US rank: #16139

Category grades

Amenities F Commute F 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

• Census place: Elmira, NY
• City population: 14,276
• Population (ZIP): 14,430

Population outlook (Chemung County) Hauer SSP2

• Today (2025): 82,931 people
• By 2030: 80,356 · -3.1%
• By 2040: 74,745 · -9.9%
• By 2050: 69,012 · -16.8%
• By 2075: 55,689 · -32.8%
• By 2100: 41,428 · -50.0%

Race, ethnicity, and origin ACS 2023

• Neighborhood character: Predominantly White (70%)
• Race & ethnicity: White 70% Black 15% Two or more races 7% Hispanic / Latino 7% Asian 1%
• Hispanic origin (detail): Mexican 1% Puerto Rican 3%
• Common ancestry: Romanian 4% Slovak 3% Iranian 2%
• Foreign-born: 4% · Canada, China
• Languages at home: 93% English-only · Spanish 3% Russian/Polish/Slavic 1% Chinese 1%

Political lean MEDSL · Chemung

• 2024 margin: R (+16.8) · D 41.6% · R 58.4%
• 2008→2024 swing: -15.6pp toward R · 2008: -1.2pp · 2024: -16.8pp
• All cycles: 2024: R+16.8 2020: R+13.4 2016: R+20.0 2012: R+2.9 2008: R+1.2

Not yet ingested

• Civics: —

Market trends

• HPI YoY: ▲ 32.34%
• Current HPI: 236.2674
• Rent YoY: —
• Metro: —
• State GDP YoY: ▲ 2.60%
• F500 in state: 92

Industry mix (Fortune 500 HQ in NY)

Industry	F500 HQs	Revenue
▸Financial Services	10	$950B
▸Consumer Goods	9	$162B
▸Insurance	4	$225B
▸Telecommunications	2	$144B
▸Pharmaceuticals	2	$112B
▸Media / Entertainment	2	$69B

Price history

2 events — show timeline

• 2026-05-13 Pending — UNYREIS
• 2025-11-14 Listed $189,999 UNYREIS