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455 Timbercrest Cir SE
C Composite 58.16
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 +20.2/30.0
  • ARV discount +11.6/15.0
  • DSCR +6.4/10.0
  • 1% rule +5.8/10.0
  • Schools +4.7/10.0
  • Condition / age +4.0/5.0
  • Livability +3.0/5.0
  • Rent growth +2.5/5.0
  • Appreciation +0.0/10.0

$237,850

455 Timbercrest Cir SE · Bolivia, NC 28422
4 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,807 sqft · Townhouse · 320 Days on market
Built 2025 Good condition 2,657 sqft lot Garage $132/sqft · 9% below area Est $262k · 9% under $80/mo HOA · 3% of rent ↓ 12% since listing

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

Listing remarks

* MOVE IN READY * Experience coastal modern living at Autumn Trail in this brand new 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath townhome, conveniently located 15-20 minutes from Oak Island and Holden Beach, with easy access to the historic waterfront town of Southport. Designed with versatility in mind, the open-concept floor plan features a desirable first-floor primary suite with high ceilings, a walk-in closet, and a private bath with quartz countertops and a 5-foot glass-enclosed shower. The kitchen is thoughtfully finished with granite countertops, soft-close cabinetry, crown and cap trim on the cabinets, a ceramic tile backsplash, and stainless steel appliances.

Key facts

  • Close to beaches
  • $80 HOA
  • Garage

Tags

MASTER SUITE ON FIRST FLOORHISTORIC DISTRICT OF SOUTHPORTCLOSE TO BEACHESNEAR MANY RESTAURANTSNEAR MANY GOLF COURSES

Neighborhood map

Property Rental comp Retail Costco Walmart Transit Schools Stadiums Fortune 500 · Circle radius: 6.0 mi
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What this means for you Summary

Snapshot

  • This is a 4-bed/2.5-bath townhouse listed at $238k. Condition is rated good.

Deal economics

  • At list price, monthly cash flow is $301 ($4k/yr) — positive.
  • The deal already cash-flows at list — no discount required.
  • Meets the 1% rule at list price ($3k rent vs $238k).
  • Recommended offer: $209k (12.0% below list) — sets the bar for market timing.
  • Cap rate 7.8% vs local median 4.7% in Bolivia — 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 59/100 on livability (#549 in NC) — a working-class tenant base; expect higher turnover. Strengths: health & safety A+, cost of living B; Watch: amenities F, commute F, employment F.
  • Brunswick County Schools (rural): math 45% / reading 47% proficiency, ranked #82 of 178 in NC (top 46%) — families likely to look elsewhere, expect single-tenant / working-renter base with shorter leases.
  • Zoned schools: Virginia Williamson Elem (math 50% / reading 49%, grade D, #417 of 1,410 statewide, top 32%, 502 students, 99% FRL); Cedar Grove Middle (math 30% / reading 36%, grade F, #305 of 475 statewide, top 65%, 434 students, 99% FRL); South Brunswick High (math 62% / reading 57%, grade C+, #216 of 535 statewide, top 43%, 1,172 students, 100% FRL) — zoned schools average 99% FRL vs 53% district-wide (46 pts higher); higher-poverty schools than district average — tighter screening recommended.
  • Market conditions: 867 active listings in the ZIP; 3 comparable units currently listed for rent nearby; rentals lingering (median 42d on market — plan ~5-8 weeks vacancy on turnover, expect pricing pressure); 67% of comp listings sitting > 30 days — soft ceiling on asking rent; 6,112 units permitted in Brunswick County in 2024 (990 in 5+ unit buildings).
  • This rent runs 44% of the median local income ($69k/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 $2k of loan paydown is wiped out by about $7k of value loss. Plan a longer hold.
  • Brunswick County population projected at +36% by 2050 — long-run rental-demand tailwind backs the buy-and-hold thesis.

Negotiation context

  • It's been on market 320 days — a 12% lower offer ($209k) is reasonable based on typical stale-listing flexibility.
Recommended offer $209,308 (12.0% below list)

Questions for the listing agent

  1. It's been on market 320 days. Have you received any prior offers? Is the seller open to a 12% concession, seller financing, or rate buy-down credit?
  2. What does the HOA fee cover, when was the last increase, and are there any pending special assessments or reserve-fund shortfalls?
  3. Why hasn't it sold? Are there any deal-killer items the seller is aware of (foundation, flood, title, zoning, code violations)?
  4. Is there a deadline driving the sale (1031 exchange, divorce, estate, relocation)? That informs how much negotiation room exists.
  5. Schools are D-rated, which usually means shorter tenancies and higher turnover. Who's the typical renter profile here, and what's been the actual vacancy rate?
  6. 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.
  7. 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.
  8. 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
1.08% ✓
Cap rate
7.81%
Cash-on-cash
5.42%
DSCR
1.24
GRM
7.7

CMA / ARV

ARV (median comp)
$261,637
List price
$237,850
Delta
-9.09%
Verdict
FAIR
Comps
5 within 1.0 mi
Show comp detail 5 sales within ~0.75 mi
Address Dist Beds/Ba Sqft Sold Price $/sf Match
451 Timbercrest Cir SE 0.01mi 4/2.5 1,807 (0%) 1mo $235,850 $131 99
545 Timbercrest Cir SE 0.10mi 4/2.5 1,807 (0%) 2mo $247,850 $137 94
554 Timbercrest Cir SE 0.09mi 3/2.5 (-1) 1,567 (-13%) 11mo $275,000 $175 60
522 Timbercrest Cir 0.11mi 3/2.5 (-1) 1,567 (-13%) 15mo $275,000 $175 55
520 Timbercrest Cir SE Unit 5b 0.11mi 3/2.5 (-1) 1,567 (-13%) 17mo $270,000 $172 54

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
-7.9%
Equity multiple
0.71×
Total profit
$-19,302
Equity at exit
$35,464
10-year hold
IRR
1.7%
Equity multiple
1.12×
Total profit
$8,210
Equity at exit
$20,565

Cash invested: $66,598 (down + closing). Projections, not guarantees.

Landlord ↔ Tenant lean methodology

Overall (STATE)
85 Strongly Landlord-Friendly
State North Carolina
85 Strongly Landlord-Friendly · R+3
County
— inherits STATE
City
— inherits STATE
10-day notice; preempted; landlord-favorable but court speed varies.
Buyer's market Market conditions within 1.0 mi — comparable homes for sale

Active competition Active MLS

For sale now
12 active · 3 under contract
Months of supply
36.0 mo (3%/mo absorbed)
Median asking
$237,850 ($132/sqft)
Median days on market
165 d
This list price
25% of active listings are priced below it
ARV vs active asking
+10.0% vs current asking $/sqft

Closed sales set the value; these active listings set current market conditions and a practical price ceiling.

ZIP-level market 28422

Home prices YoY
-23.8%
Active inventory
867
Price-to-rent
7.7×

Monthly cashflow live

Estimated rent
$2,563 medium interval (Pro) →
Mortgage (P&I)
−$1,247
Tax est. 1.5%
−$297 /mo · $3,568/yr
Insurance
−$99
HOA
−$80
Vacancy / Maint / Mgmt
−$538
Net cashflow
$301

Break-even live

Break-even rent $2,182
Max offer price $237,850
Occupancy floor 83%

Sensitivity live

Price -10% $465 -5% $383 +0% $301 +5% $219 +10% $136
Rent -10% $98 -5% $199 +0% $301 +5% $402 +10% $503
Rate -1.0pp $420 -0.5pp $361 base $301 +0.5pp $239 +1.0pp $176

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
$59,462
Closing costs
$7,136
Reserves months
—
Total cash needed
—

Loan-product check · same deal, 3 products live

Conventional

25% down · 7.5% · 30yr

Cash invested
—
Monthly P&I
—
Monthly cashflow
—
DSCR
—
Eligible?
—

Personal DTI + credit; lowest rate.

DSCR

20% down · 8.5% · 30yr

Cash invested
—
Monthly P&I
—
Monthly cashflow
—
DSCR
—
Eligible?
—

No personal income docs; deal must DSCR.

Hard money

10% down · 12.0% · 12mo

Cash invested
—
Monthly P&I
—
Monthly cashflow
—
DSCR
—
Eligible?
—

Short-term bridge; refi at stabilization.

Rent comps 3 comps

AddressBedsBaths SqftRent$/sqft DOM Units Dist
601 Creekway Cir SE Bolivia, NC 3.0 2.5 2101 $2,250 $1.07 41d 1 0.12mi
514 Silky Oak Dr SE Bolivia, NC 3.0 2.0 1672 $2,400 $1.44 164d 1 0.88mi
510 Silky Oak Dr SE Bolivia, NC 3.0 3.0 2371 $2,350 $0.99 10d 1 0.88mi

Property features AI

Finance

Other
Subdivision: Autumn Trail
HOA & community
Homeowners association with annual fee of $960 (approximately $80/month)Association amenities: Other

Exterior

Parking
Attached garage (1 car)1 parking space totalOn-street parking available
Utilities
Public waterSewer connectedWater connected
Home design
TownhouseTwo storiesEntry level: 1New constructionHas a viewPets allowed
Construction
Vinyl siding and frame constructionShingle roofSlab foundationBuilt as new construction
Exterior features
Covered porch

Interior

Kitchen
Electric ovenDishwasherMicrowaveDisposal
Bedrooms
Master downstairs
Flooring
CarpetLaminateVinyl
Bathrooms
2 full bathrooms1 half bathroom
Heating & cooling
Heat pump (heating and cooling)Electric heating
Interior features
Master suite on the main levelWalk-in closet(s)High ceilingsPantry
Laundry & utility
Washer hookupElectric water heater

HOA detail $80/mo · $960/yr

Likely covers
water

Listing history 50 events

  1. 2026-11-08
    days on market $237,850 Active 320 DOM
  2. 2026-11-07
    days on market $237,850 Active 319 DOM
  3. 2026-11-06
    days on market $237,850 Active 318 DOM
  4. 2026-11-05
    days on market $237,850 Active 317 DOM
  5. 2026-11-04
    days on market $237,850 Active 316 DOM
  6. 2026-11-02
    days on market $237,850 Active 314 DOM
  7. 2026-11-01
    days on market $237,850 Active 313 DOM
  8. 2026-10-31
    days on market $237,850 Active 312 DOM
  9. 2026-10-30
    days on market $237,850 Active 311 DOM
  10. 2026-10-29
    days on market $237,850 Active 310 DOM
  11. 2026-10-28
    days on market $237,850 Active 309 DOM
  12. 2026-10-27
    days on market $237,850 Active 308 DOM
  13. 2026-10-26
    days on market $237,850 Active 307 DOM
  14. 2026-10-26
    days on market $237,850 Active 306 DOM
  15. 2026-10-24
    days on market $237,850 Active 305 DOM
  16. 2026-10-23
    days on market $237,850 Active 304 DOM
  17. 2026-10-22
    days on market $237,850 Active 303 DOM
  18. 2026-10-21
    days on market $237,850 Active 302 DOM
  19. 2026-10-20
    days on market $237,850 Active 301 DOM
  20. 2026-10-19
    days on market $237,850 Active 300 DOM
  21. 2026-10-18
    days on market $237,850 Active 299 DOM
  22. 2026-10-17
    days on market $237,850 Active 298 DOM
  23. 2026-10-16
    days on market $237,850 Active 297 DOM
  24. 2026-10-15
    days on market $237,850 Active 296 DOM
  25. 2026-10-14
    days on market $237,850 Active 295 DOM
  26. 2026-10-13
    days on market $237,850 Active 294 DOM
  27. 2026-10-12
    days on market $237,850 Active 293 DOM
  28. 2026-10-11
    days on market $237,850 Active 292 DOM
  29. 2026-10-10
    days on market $237,850 Active 291 DOM
  30. 2026-10-09
    days on market $237,850 Active 290 DOM
  31. 2026-10-08
    days on market $237,850 Active 289 DOM
  32. 2026-10-07
    days on market $237,850 Active 288 DOM
  33. 2026-10-06
    days on market $237,850 Active 287 DOM
  34. 2026-10-05
    days on market $237,850 Active 286 DOM
  35. 2026-10-04
    days on market $237,850 Active 285 DOM
  36. 2026-10-03
    days on market $237,850 Active 284 DOM
  37. 2026-10-02
    days on market $237,850 Active 283 DOM
  38. 2026-10-01
    days on market $237,850 Active 282 DOM
  39. 2026-09-30
    days on market $237,850 Active 281 DOM
  40. 2026-09-29
    days on market $237,850 Active 280 DOM
  41. 2026-09-28
    days on market $237,850 Active 279 DOM
  42. 2026-09-27
    days on market $237,850 Active 278 DOM
  43. 2026-09-26
    days on market $237,850 Active 276 DOM
  44. 2026-09-24
    days on market $237,850 Active 275 DOM
  45. 2026-09-23
    days on market $237,850 Active 274 DOM
  46. 2026-09-22
    days on market $237,850 Active 273 DOM
  47. 2026-09-21
    days on market $237,850 Active 272 DOM
  48. 2026-09-20
    days on market $237,850 Active 271 DOM
  49. 2026-09-19
    days on market $237,850 Active 270 DOM
  50. 2026-09-18
    days on market $237,850 Active 269 DOM

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

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Walkable amenities ~0.75 mi

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Taxation est. · year 1

Rental income
$30,751
− Mortgage interest
−$13,323
− Property taxes
−$3,568
− Insurance
−$1,189
− Repairs & maintenance
−$2,460
− Management
−$2,460
− HOA
−$960
− Depreciation
−$6,919
Taxable loss
−$129
combined federal + state — saved on this device
Est. tax savings @ 24.0%
+$31
After-tax cash flow
$3,639/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 · 9 photos

Good 80/100 Cosmetic rehab Est. rehab $9,035–$27,105 screening

This move-in-ready townhouse is in good condition with a modern kitchen and bathrooms. It has a good curb appeal and is located in a desirable location. Potential buyers and tenants can benefit from minor updates such as painting and landscaping improvements.

Value-add opportunities

  • Both Painting the exterior and interior walls — Fresh paint can enhance curb appeal and interior aesthetics. ↑
  • Both Landscaping improvements — Enhanced landscaping can improve curb appeal and attract potential buyers/tenants. ↑
  • Both Adding smart home features — Smart home features can increase convenience and appeal to tech-savvy buyers/tenants. ↑
  • Both Upgrading the kitchen appliances — Upgrading to more modern or energy-efficient appliances can increase the home's value and appeal to buyers/tenants. ↑
  • Both Adding a smart thermostat — A smart thermostat can improve energy efficiency and comfort, making the home more attractive to buyers/tenants. ↑
  • Both Upgrading the flooring in the bathrooms — Upgrading the flooring in the bathrooms can improve the overall aesthetic and functionality of the home, making it more attractive to buyers/tenants. ↑

ⓘ Rehab cost is a screening estimate — Cosmetic scope × the home's square footage at US $/sqft rules of thumb (the same model as the Flip Finder). Get contractor quotes + a written scope before underwriting.

F Composite school gradezoned avg 47/100

Zoned Schools

Elementary Virginia Williamson Elem D NC #417/1,410 Nat'l #12,785/41,679 Middle Cedar Grove Middle F NC #305/475 Nat'l #8,059/14,009 High South Brunswick High C+ NC #216/535 Nat'l #3,588/17,239

Schools (NCES district)

District
Brunswick County Schools
NCES district ID
3700420
Math proficiency
45% ▲ 4.00%
Reading proficiency
47% ▲ 4.00%
Median HH income
$47,494
Composite
39.23/100
National rank
#4011
State rank
#82 of 178 in NC
D Composite livability gradescore 59/100

Livability — Bolivia

Score
59/100
State rank
#549
US rank
#20206

Category grades

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

Schools grade is shown separately in the Schools card above.

Census & demographics

County
Brunswick County · 152,111 people
City population
10,059
Metro
Myrtle Beach-Conway-North Myrtle Beach, SC-NC
Population (ZIP)
10,059
Household income
$69,412
Rent vs Own
13.7% rent · 86.3% own

Population outlook (Brunswick County) Hauer SSP2

Today (2025)
152,111 people
By 2030
165,705 · +8.9%
By 2040
188,494 · +23.9%
By 2050
206,228 · +35.6%
By 2075
237,876 · +56.4%
By 2100
251,451 · +65.3%

Race, ethnicity, and origin ACS 2023

Neighborhood character
Predominantly White (80%)
Race & ethnicity
White 80% Black 9% Two or more races 8% Hispanic / Latino 3% Native American 1%
Languages at home
95% English-only · Spanish 4%

Political lean MEDSL · Brunswick

2024 margin
Strong R (+24.9) · D 37.2% · R 62.0%
2008→2024 swing
-6.9pp toward R · 2008: -17.9pp · 2024: -24.9pp
All cycles
2024: R+24.9 2020: R+25.0 2016: R+28.7 2012: R+22.2 2008: R+17.9

Not yet ingested

Civics
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Price history

-11.8% since first listed
4 events — show timeline
  • 2026-05-23 Price Changed $262,850 Hive MLS
  • 2026-05-14 Price Changed $264,900 Hive MLS
  • 2026-01-08 Price Changed $282,850 Hive MLS
  • 2025-12-23 Listed $297,850 Hive MLS

Cash-flow waterfall

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Sold comps — $/sqft

last 12 mo · ≤1 mi

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