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Updated over 8 years ago on . Most recent reply

Newbie wants to buy $5 Million apartment complex
unorganized compiled thoughts and information about this deal
I pass by this place every day on my way to work and it is near UNT here in Denton. I just feel like it could be worth owning. The complex is in an area that is very up and coming and I think has major potential. There are several apartment complexes in the area being built and remodeled and the population and property values in Denton are rising. However, I'm a noob and I am here seeking counsel. I have read up on common mistakes and the importance of the underwriting process as well as a few other things and I am unsure if the seller would take a low offer. But I really want to know if something like this deal is even worth it. What else do I need to know? Please help!
Some Numbers
- asking price $5,900,000
- currently poor CAP 4-6%?? idk
- should I Offer $4,000,000???
- 97 units
- studio $630/mo per unit (7) $4,410/mo
- studio $630/mo per unit (7) $4,410/mo
- 1b1b $785/mo per unit (20) $15,700/mo
- 1b1b $795/mo per unit (19) $15,105/mo
- 2b1b $875/mo per unit (28) $24,500/mo
- 2b1.5b $930/mo per unit (16) $14,880/mo
- 100% occupancy @ current rates yield $79,005/mo $948,060/yr
The next numbers in this section are according to one of the listings I found and are not verified
- Gross Annual Expenses: $446,168
- Gross Annual Income: $853,658
- Net Annual Income: $407,490
- Insurance Expense: $37,902
Major Variables
Seller's financials all currently unknown
-bank deposits
-expenses
-taxes
-insurance
-management
-maintenance
-staff
-lawsuits between tenants and owner
-current occupancy of each floor plan (something online said 95% but, I doubt it)
-delinquencies
condition of
-structure
-hvac
-roof
-plumbing old needs maintenance
-foundation
-parking lot
-pool pumps/cleaning
Noticeable areas of improvement
exterior paint, shutters, landscaping need updating
pool and pool area is small and ugly
office needs to be remodeled
marketing: none
website sucks
reviews give 3 stars at best
reviews online from tenants state there is only 1 maintenance person and multiple plumbing problems and poor management and possible pest control problems
Other notables
Been on realtor.com for 361+ days
mature trees
soccer field (could be re purposed)
year built 1974
class c complex
Pets ok
reviews online from tenants state there is only 1 maintenance person and multiple plumbing problems and poor management
remodeled in 2010
On the UNT bus route
Most Popular Reply

Jakoby Moore , I recommend partnering with a more experienced investor.
Are you planning to pay cash, finance it or raise money from investors? If the later two you will need someone with experience.
Why is the cap rate so low and what is the economic vacancy?