


Based on recent comparable sales in the surrounding Largo market, a reasonable working After Repair Value (ARV) for the property is approximately:
$350,000–$365,000
A resale price closer to $375,000 or above may be possible if the renovation is completed to a high retail standard and the property has a particularly strong layout, finishes, curb appeal, and updated major systems.
| Estimated ARV | Renovation | Profit Goal | Maximum Before Other Costs |
|---|---|---|---|
| $350,000 | $80,000 | $60,000 | $210,000 |
| $360,000 | $80,000 | $60,000 | $220,000 |
| $365,000 | $80,000 | $60,000 | $225,000 |
| $375,000 | $80,000 | $60,000 | $235,000 |
These figures do not yet account for financing, holding costs, resale expenses, closing costs, taxes, insurance, utilities, commissions, buyer concessions, staging, cleanup, or unexpected repairs.
For a flip of this size, a reasonable placeholder is approximately 8%–10% of the resale price for selling, holding, financing, and transaction-related expenses.
At a $360,000 resale price, using approximately 9% for additional costs:
Based on this model, approximately $185,000–$190,000 becomes a much more realistic maximum acquisition range.
| Purchase Price | Investor Assessment |
|---|---|
| $170,000–$180,000 | Very attractive. Provides room for renovation surprises, holding costs, and market fluctuations. |
| $180,000–$190,000 | Good investment territory if a $355,000–$365,000 ARV is supported. |
| $190,000–$200,000 | Deal becomes tighter. Rehab budget and resale price need to be carefully controlled. |
| $200,000–$210,000 | Higher-risk range. A rehab overrun or lower resale price could substantially reduce profit. |
| $220,000+ | Not attractive under the current $80,000 renovation and $50,000–$60,000 minimum profit requirements. |
This scenario lands near the desired $50,000–$60,000 minimum profit range while still providing some margin.
Based on the current assumptions, an investor could consider:
The actual MAO should ultimately depend on verified renovation costs, property condition, financing structure, holding period, and the most defensible ARV.
One potentially important value-add opportunity would be determining whether the existing approximately 1,080-square-foot layout can reasonably accommodate a second bathroom.
A nearby 3-bedroom / 2-bath property at approximately 1,130 square feet sold for substantially more than many comparable 3-bedroom / 1-bath homes.
| Conservative ARV | $350,000 |
| Likely Renovated ARV | $355,000–$365,000 |
| Possible High-End ARV | $375,000+ |
| Estimated Renovation | $80,000+ |
| Required Profit | $50,000–$60,000 minimum |
| Preferred Purchase Range | $170,000–$185,000 |
| Estimated Maximum Allowable Offer | $185,000–$190,000 |