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Property Condition Report: Cost Estimates?
I'm assessing a HUD property (my first investment prop) and am trying narrow my estimate on the cost of rehab on a house.
I was able to pull up a PCR on the property (a brick ranch) and here are some key things:
Cooling/AC - Damaged
Heating/Furnace - Damaged
HVAC Duct - Damaged
Plumbing:
- Sink: Damaged
- Pressure Test: Fail
The property is a 1,500 sq ft ranch home that seems like a good opportunity provided I don't overshoot the cost of these items. Which is why I'm here.
My best guess is that, worst case scenario, a new A/C or heat pump would cost about $4k (I had one installed in my own residence last year). I assume some portion of the plumbing / piping needs repaired so I'll say $6k to be safe. The duct work seems like a big variable so let's say $8k as well.
That's $18k in rehab costs before any minor things like flooring / painting / fixtures.
Do these numbers seem egregiously off?