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C+ Composite 63.08
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 +21.6/30.0
  • ARV discount +15.0/15.0
  • DSCR +6.9/10.0
  • 1% rule +6.1/10.0
  • Livability +4.0/5.0
  • Rent growth +3.8/5.0
  • Schools +3.2/10.0
  • Condition / age +2.5/5.0
  • Appreciation +0.0/10.0

$349,900

None · Albany, NY 12208
6 bd · 2.0 ba · 1,902 sqft · MultiFamily public records · 40 Days on market
Built 1920 0.29 ac lot $184/sqft · 27% below area Est $554k · 37% under

🖨 Deal sheet 📄 Offer letter ✓ Due diligence

Multi-family units

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

Listing remarks MLS

Updated and well-maintained 2 family in Woodlawn area of Albany with off street parking and separate utilities. Large backyard with Deck. Great investment or owner occupy. Both units are very spacious with three large bedrooms dining areas and plenty of living space. Call today to schedule your private showing!

Key facts

  • Separate utilities
  • Off street parking
  • Large backyard

Tags

OFF STREET PARKINGLARGE BACKYARDDECKSEPARATE UTILITIES

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 × 3-bed/1.0-bath units multifamily listed at $350k.

Deal economics

  • At list price, monthly cash flow is $533 ($6k/yr) — positive. Per door: $266/mo.
  • The deal already cash-flows at list — no discount required.
  • Meets the 1% rule at list price ($4k rent vs $350k).
  • Recommended offer: $339k (3.0% below list) — sets the bar for market timing.
  • Cap rate 8.1% vs local median 5.7% in Albany — 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 79/100 on livability (#129 in NY, #2,083 nationally) — a middle-class / working-renter tenant base. Strengths: amenities A+, commute A+, housing A+; Watch: employment C-, crime F.
  • Albany City School District (urban): math 37% / reading 40% proficiency, ranked #543 of 590 in NY (top 92%) — 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: Rents rising fast (+5.0%/yr); 99 active listings in the ZIP; 675 units permitted in Albany County in 2024 (451 in 5+ unit buildings).
  • At $3,887/mo this rent would consume 66% of the median local household income ($70k/yr) (locally 1952% of renters already pay >50% of income on rent) — very limited rent-growth headroom before tenants either downsize or default.

Forward outlook

  • Local home prices are declining (-3.0%/yr); year-one equity from $2k of loan paydown is wiped out by about $10k of value loss. Plan a longer hold.
  • Albany County population projected at +9% by 2050 — modest demand growth; plan on rents tracking national, not racing it.

Negotiation context

  • It's been on market 40 days — a 3% lower offer ($339k) is reasonable based on typical stale-listing flexibility.
  • 6 sale attempts since 18y 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 $215k; list at $350k implies a 63% gain — meaningful room to come down on a strong offer.

Risks & watch-outs

  • Watch-outs: built in 1920 — expect roof / HVAC / electrical / plumbing capex.
Recommended offer $339,403 (3.0% below list)

Questions for the listing agent

  1. It's been on market 40 days. Have you received any prior offers? Is the seller open to a 3% 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. Built in 1920 — when were the roof, HVAC, electrical panel, plumbing, and water heater last replaced?
  5. Is there a deadline driving the sale (1031 exchange, divorce, estate, relocation)? That informs how much negotiation room exists.
  6. 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?
  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 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
1.11%
Cap rate
8.12%
Cash-on-cash
6.53%
DSCR
1.29
GRM
7.5

CMA / ARV

ARV (median comp)
$554,208
List price
$349,900
Delta
-36.86%
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
454 Ontario St 0.03mi 5/2.0 (-1) 1,776 (-7%) 5mo $290,000 $163 78
645 Myrtle Ave 0.36mi 6/2.0 2,000 (+5%) 5mo $270,000 $135 70
676 Providence St 0.14mi 5/2.0 (-1) 2,118 (+11%) 2mo $250,000 $118 68
598 Morris St 0.47mi 6/2.0 2,000 (+5%) 8mo $220,000 $110 63
649 Myrtle Ave 0.36mi 6/2.0 2,104 (+11%) 11mo $310,000 $147 57
107 Hollywood Ave 0.52mi 5/2.0 (-1) 1,986 (+4%) 14mo $296,000 $149 52
487 Hamilton St 0.57mi 6/2.0 2,152 (+13%) 10mo $230,000 $107 43
531 Hamilton St 0.57mi 5/3.0 (-1) 2,112 (+11%) 5mo $284,750 $135 42
443 Myrtle Ave 0.61mi 6/2.0 2,040 (+7%) 21mo $295,000 $145 42
261 S Allen St 0.65mi 6/2.0 2,112 (+11%) 13mo $365,000 $173 41
455 Myrtle Ave 0.58mi 5/2.0 (-1) 2,040 (+7%) 19mo $291,000 $143 39
43 Sycamore St 0.47mi 5/3.0 (-1) 2,146 (+13%) 11mo $405,000 $189 39

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 · 5.05% rent growth · sell at horizon

5-year hold
IRR
-3.9%
Equity multiple
0.85×
Total profit
$-14,456
Equity at exit
$52,171
10-year hold
IRR
8.1%
Equity multiple
1.68×
Total profit
$66,649
Equity at exit
$30,253

Cash invested: $97,972 (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 12208

Home prices YoY
-30.1%
Rents YoY
5.0%
Active inventory
99
Price-to-rent
15.0×

Monthly cashflow live

Estimated rent
$3,887 high interval (Pro) →
Mortgage (P&I)
$1,835
Tax from tax record
$557 /mo · $6,688/yr
Insurance
$146
HOA
$0
Vacancy / Maint / Mgmt
$816
Net cashflow
$533

Break-even live

Break-even rent $3,213
Max offer price $349,900
Occupancy floor 81%

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

UnitsBedsBathsEst. rent
Total (2 units) $3,887

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
$87,475
Closing costs
$10,497
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.

Listing history 22 events

  1. 2026-06-18
    days on market $349,900 Active 40 DOM
  2. 2026-06-17
    days on market $349,900 Active 39 DOM
  3. 2026-06-16
    days on market $349,900 Active 38 DOM
  4. 2026-06-15
    days on market $349,900 Active 37 DOM
  5. 2026-06-14
    pricestatusdays on market $349,900 Active 35 DOM
  6. 2026-05-04
    status Pending 313-char remark
    Show marketing remark (313 chars)

    Updated and well-maintained 2 family in Woodlawn area of Albany with off street parking and separate utilities. Large backyard with Deck. Great investment or owner occupy. Both units are very spacious with three large bedrooms dining areas and plenty of living space. Call today to schedule your private showing!

  7. 2026-04-02
    listed $359,900 Active 313-char remark
    Show marketing remark (313 chars)

    Updated and well-maintained 2 family in Woodlawn area of Albany with off street parking and separate utilities. Large backyard with Deck. Great investment or owner occupy. Both units are very spacious with three large bedrooms dining areas and plenty of living space. Call today to schedule your private showing!

  8. 2015-06-05
    soldstatus $215,000
  9. 2015-05-08
    soldstatus $215,000 290-char remark
    Show marketing remark (290 chars)

    Completely renovated top to bottom, perfect for owner occupant to live in style and collect rent to cover half the mortgage. All new kitchens fully applianced, laundry on each floor including new washer and/or dryers. Tenants in occupancy so prior day notice please -- Excellent Condition

  10. 2015-02-23
    historical 290-char remark
    Show marketing remark (290 chars)

    Completely renovated top to bottom, perfect for owner occupant to live in style and collect rent to cover half the mortgage. All new kitchens fully applianced, laundry on each floor including new washer and/or dryers. Tenants in occupancy so prior day notice please -- Excellent Condition

  11. 2015-01-15
    listed $229,900 290-char remark
    Show marketing remark (290 chars)

    Completely renovated top to bottom, perfect for owner occupant to live in style and collect rent to cover half the mortgage. All new kitchens fully applianced, laundry on each floor including new washer and/or dryers. Tenants in occupancy so prior day notice please -- Excellent Condition

  12. 2015-01-15
    historical
    Show marketing remark (290 chars)

    Completely renovated top to bottom, perfect for owner occupant to live in style and collect rent to cover half the mortgage. All new kitchens fully applianced, laundry on each floor including new washer and/or dryers. Tenants in occupancy so prior day notice please -- Excellent Condition

  13. 2014-07-14
    listed $229,900
  14. 2014-01-29
    historical
  15. 2013-08-03
    listed $239,900
  16. 2010-04-01
    soldstatus $223,500
  17. 2010-03-26
    soldstatus $223,500
  18. 2010-02-22
    historical
  19. 2010-01-20
    listed $234,900
  20. 2008-11-11
    soldstatus $93,622
  21. 2008-09-10
    historical
  22. 2008-06-13
    listed $105,000

ⓘ 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
$6,688 · $557/mo
Projected year-2 tax
$6,688 · $557/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 2/10 Low
  • 🌡 Heat 4/10 Moderate 7 d/yr ≥97°F today · 16 d/yr by 30 yrs out
  • 💨 Wind 3/10 Moderate 6% chance of damaging wind over 30 yrs
  • 🫁 Air quality 1/10 Low 0 unhealthy d/yr today · 0 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
$46,644
− Mortgage interest
−$19,600
− Property taxes
−$6,688
− Insurance
−$1,750
− Repairs & maintenance
−$3,732
− Management
−$3,732
− Depreciation
−$10,179
Taxable income
$965
combined federal + state — saved on this device
Est. tax owed @ 24.0%
−$232
After-tax cash flow
$6,161/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
Albany City School District
NCES district ID
3602460
Math proficiency
37% ▲ 6.00%
Reading proficiency
40% ▲ 7.00%
Median HH income
$40,568
Composite
32.34/100
National rank
#5744
State rank
#543 of 590 in NY

Livability — Albany

Score
79/100
State rank
#129
US rank
#2083

Category grades

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

Schools grade is shown separately in the Schools card above.

Census & demographics

Census place
Albany, NY
County
Albany County · 196,626 people
City population
116,921
Metro
Albany-Schenectady-Troy, NY
Population (ZIP)
23,289
Household income
$70,413
Rent vs Own
54.9% rent · 45.1% own
Severe rent burden
1952.0

Population outlook (Albany County) Hauer SSP2

Today (2025)
320,794 people
By 2030
327,401 · +2.1%
By 2040
338,218 · +5.4%
By 2050
348,467 · +8.6%
By 2075
381,693 · +19.0%
By 2100
393,809 · +22.8%

Race, ethnicity, and origin ACS 2023

Neighborhood character
Predominantly White (66%)
Race & ethnicity
White 66% Black 12% Asian 10% Hispanic / Latino 7% Two or more races 7%
Hispanic origin (detail)
Puerto Rican 3%
Common ancestry
Romanian 5% Italian 3% Scotch-Irish 3%
Foreign-born
16% · Canada, China, Philippines
Languages at home
83% English-only · Other Indo-European 4% Other Asian/Pacific 3% French/Haitian/Cajun 2%

Political lean MEDSL · Albany

2024 margin
Strong D (+25.8) · D 62.9% · R 37.1%
2008→2024 swing
-3.6pp toward R · 2008: 29.4pp · 2024: 25.8pp
All cycles
2024: D+25.8 2020: D+31.4 2016: D+24.3 2012: D+31.0 2008: D+29.4

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Civics

Market trends

HPI YoY
▼ -120.46%
Current HPI
279.716
Rent YoY
▲ 5.05%
Metro
Albany-Schenectady-Troy, NY
State GDP YoY
▲ 2.60%
F500 in state
92

Industry mix (Fortune 500 HQ in NY)

Industry F500 HQs Revenue

Price history

+242.8% since first listed
17 events — show timeline
  • 2026-05-04 Pending Global MLS
  • 2026-04-02 Listed $359,900 Global MLS
  • 2015-06-05 Sold (Public Records) $215,000 Public Records
  • 2015-05-08 Sold (MLS) $215,000 Global MLS
  • 2015-02-23 Listing Removed Global MLS
  • 2015-01-15 Listing Removed Global MLS
  • 2015-01-15 Listed $229,900 Global MLS
  • 2014-07-14 Listed $229,900 Global MLS
  • 2014-01-29 Listing Removed Global MLS
  • 2013-08-03 Listed $239,900 Global MLS
  • 2010-04-01 Sold (Public Records) $223,500 Public Records
  • 2010-03-26 Sold (MLS) $223,500 Global MLS
  • 2010-02-22 Listing Removed Global MLS
  • 2010-01-20 Listed $234,900 Global MLS
  • 2008-11-11 Sold (MLS) $93,622 Global MLS
  • 2008-09-10 Listing Removed Global MLS
  • 2008-06-13 Listed $105,000 Global MLS

Property tax history

+1.1%/yr

Latest (2025): $6,688 · -0.8% YoY. Source: county tax records.

Cash-flow waterfall

monthly

Sold comps — $/sqft

last 12 mo · ≤1 mi

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