How to estimate ARV for a house with no Comps?

[Steve Pratt]

I have an opportunity to flip a house located in the countryside (complete interior renovation required). Unfortunately, I cannot find any comps on the MLS, RPR, or Zillow to ascertain the ARV. I am apprehensive about acquiring this property due to the possibility that it won't sell for a profit and that it won't make a good rental property. Is it worth getting an appraisal? Would it be better to list the property as-is (I hold a real estate license in NC)? What other solutions are available to maximize profitability?