Property Overview
Address: 103 Trout River Dr, Jacksonville, FL
Units: 15 Multifamily Units , 12 -1br/1ba, and 3-2br/1ba.
Type: Riverfront Value-Add Asset
Year Built: 1950
Property currently vacant.
Condition: Exterior renovated; interiors require full rehab. Some units are down to the studs while some units are not far from being operational.
Conservative Underwriting Assumptions
Market Rent: $1,300/unit/month
Gross Potential Rent: $234,000 annually
Vacancy (5%): ($11,700)
Effective Gross Income: $222,300
Expense Ratio (36%): ($80,028)
Net Operating Income (NOI)
$142,000 (rounded, conservative)
Cap Rate Justification
Applied cap rates reflect:
Older vintage (1950 construction)
Small multifamily (15 units)
Jacksonville investor expectations
Conservative lender underwriting
Cap Rate Range: 6.75% – 7.25%
Value Conclusion (Stabilized)
At 6.75% Cap: $2.10M
At 7.25% Cap: $1.96M
Conservative Appraised Value (Lender-Supported)
$1.85M – $1.95M
This range reflects additional conservatism for:
Execution risk (interior rehab)
Lease-up timeline
Older asset profile
DSCR LOAN ANALYSIS (2026 MARKET CONDITIONS)
Assumptions
Interest Rate: 7.25%
Amortization: 30 years
DSCR Requirement: 1.25x
Maximum Annual Debt Service
NOI ÷ DSCR = $142,000 ÷ 1.25 = $113,600
Loan Sizing
At 7.25%, 30-year amortization:
Loan Constant ˜ 0.082
Loan Amount = $113,600 ÷ 0.082 = $1,385,000
Loan Proceeds Summary
Estimated Loan Proceeds: ~$1.35M – $1.40M
Loan-to-Value (at $1.9M): ~70%–73%
Investor / Lender Takeaway
Conservative rents (no upside assumed)
Realistic expense load for vintage asset
Cap rate not aggressive
DSCR supports strong, financeable value
Conclusion: The $1.85M – $1.95M valuation range is well-supported by income fundamentals and current lending standards.
What the owner loves about this home
What I love most about this property is its unique combination of peaceful waterfront living and unbeatable access to everything Jacksonville has to offer. Sitting right on the Trout River, the setting has a calming, almost retreat-like feel—especially in the evenings when the water is still and the breeze comes through.
One of the most unexpected highlights is being directly across the river from the Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens. You can actually hear the distant sounds of animals, music, and families enjoying the day, which gives the property a surprisingly lively and distinctive atmosphere without sacrificing privacy.
The location is also incredibly convenient. You're just minutes from Downtown Jacksonville, making commuting or enjoying city amenities easy, and within about 30 minutes of several beautiful Atlantic beaches—so you get the best of both urban access and coastal living.
When I originally purchased the property, I saw its potential as a boutique-style housing option for traveling nurses, and it would also be very well-suited for veteran housing or similar community-focused uses. The layout, setting, and location make it flexible for both personal enjoyment and investment opportunities.
Overall, it’s a property that offers a peaceful waterfront vibe while still being right in the middle of everything—this is a unique one of a kind property with unlimited potential.
125 days
|
1,069
|
66
|
Listed by:
Property Owner(704) 287-5048
This property is for sale by owner and Zillow, Inc. is displaying it at the owner's request. It is not subject to a listing agreement with Zillow, Inc. or its affiliates.