Deal Analysis – xxx Fern St, Jacksonville, FL 32206
1. Property Snapshot
- Asset: Duplex (2 units)
- Purchase price: 59,000
- Condition: Full rehab needed (interior + exterior)
- Submarket: 32206 – close to Springfield, strong rental demand, active investor area
2. Strategy A – Fix & Hold (Rental Income)
- Cost Purchase: 59,000
- Rehab: 80,000–100,000 (full gut including mechanicals, roof, kitchens, baths)
- Soft costs, closing, contingency: 10,000–15,000
- All-in basis: 165,000–190,000
Income:
- Each side can be rented conservatively for 1,000–1,200 monthly once rehabbed (check comps in 32206 for renovated duplexes).
- Gross rent: 24,000–28,800 per year
- Net operating income (65% rule): ~15,600–18,700 per year
Returns
- Cap rate: ~8–10% depending on final rehab cost
- DSCR coverage: Strong, easily financeable with DSCR loan
- Long-term play: cash flow + property appreciation in Springfield-adjacent corridor
3. Strategy B – Flip (Retail to Landlord Buyer)
- Costs Purchase: 59,000
- Rehab: 80,000–100,000
- All-in: 165,000–175,000
Exit
- ARV for fully renovated duplexes in 32206 ranges from 210,000–240,000, depending on finish level and rent roll.
Profit Potential
- Gross margin: 35,000–65,000
- Net margin after closing/resale costs (8%): 20,000–45,000
- Timeline: 4–6 months rehab + 1–2 months marketing