Pine Bluff Arkansas | How bad?

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Quick question for the Arkansas folks. I've stumbled upon a fantastic deal in Pine Bluff, AR. At least it would be a fantastic deal if it was in any other city. My biggest hangup is the city itself. Really high crime, significant population decrease over the last 20 years, and high poverty. I read that they have some improvements going around the downtown area, but still pretty nervous about this location. Any insider info that I should know?

Account Closed · Answer

Lol I'm in Pine Bluff, Arkansas. If you just sit back and really look at all the pieces that are coming together, you'll realize that this is the most optimistic time to be investing in Pine Bluff. We're on the brink of what some would call an emerging market. A renaissance others call it, but nevertheless a great time for wealth creation. There's still meat on the bones here, you just have to analyze deals correctly and know the area. Plus, its just the right size for a "boom"!!!

Chase Calhoun · Answer

Hello,

In my opinion pine bluff is pretty rough.  I invest in some of the tougher areas of little rock but have passed on pine bluff.  There are some amazing deals there though and if you had a good property management company in place it could be very profitable, especially with section 8/ housing.

Jennifer Ashmore · Answer

@Will Graham I am from Pine Bluff. I believe in this city and am hopeful that it will turn around with the plans in place. Reach out to me if you are in need of hands on help as I live in Little Rock and am a realtor.

Charlie Gould · Answer

I just bought my first SFR in PB, we’ll see how it goes...

I think it helps that I grew up just South of Detroit... 🙂

Lee A. · Answer

I agree with @Julian Whitaker  100%.

Jacqueline Carrington · Answer

Posting to push this to the top in case anyone local can share new insights for Pine Bluff. Just bought 2 small parcels of land there zoned for Light Industrial, in hopes of listing them for lease.

Terri H. · Answer

I grew up in Pine Bluff, but moved to Little Rock in 1990. Pine Bluff definitely has some issues, but there are ongoing efforts to improve the city. One of my favorite houses in PB is going to be auctioned soon. There are cheap houses available there. The cash flow would probably be very good if you're experienced enough to handle it properly (screening tenants, etc.)

Account Closed · Answer

Save yourself the headache, unless you have a excellent PM in place.

Ricky Davis · Answer

I would be very careful in Pine Bluff. I live in Searcy and I would not want anything in Pine Bluff.

Nicholas Matlock · Answer

I’m glad I saw this thread. Thanks for your input @Lee A. and Account Closed. I had some promising news about PB recently. Seems like it definitely has some potential.

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