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RentariIQRent-vs-Sell (Hold-or-Dispose)
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Prepared: August 03, 2026
Rent-vs-Sell (Hold-or-Dispose) for
Demo Property · Austin, TX
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HOLD looks stronger: keeping the property 5 years is projected to build about $380,541 more wealth than selling today (net of selling costs both ways).
AI summary — generated from this report's data
The analysis projects that holding the property for five years could generate approximately $380,541 more wealth than selling it today. This projection is based on an estimated monthly rent of $5,466 and a projected 3.0% annual appreciation in property value. The current estimated market value of the property is $1,240,522.
Holding the property for five years is projected to yield $1,384,226 in total wealth, which is $380,541 more than the $1,003,685 net proceeds from selling now.
The estimated monthly rent of $5,466 contributes to a projected cumulative operating cash of $196,789 over five years, after accounting for 40.0% operating expenses.
The reader should verify the accuracy of the estimated monthly rent and the projected 3.0% annual appreciation rate, as these are key drivers of the 'Hold' scenario's projected wealth.
mediumThe projection for holding the property relies on a 3.0% annual appreciation rate, which may not materialize.
mediumThe estimated monthly rent of $5,466 is a projection and actual rental income may vary.
mediumOperating expenses are estimated at 40.0% of gross rental income; actual expenses could be higher, impacting net operating income.
Advisory read: The data suggests weighing the projected wealth accumulation from holding the property against the immediate net proceeds from selling, considering the underlying assumptions for rent, appreciation, and expenses.
Hold vs. sell
Hold
$380,541 wealth difference over 5 yr
Value (AVM)
$1,240,522
ATTOM automated valuation
Net if sold now
$1,003,685
After commission, closing, payoff
Hold 5-yr wealth
$1,384,226
Cash flow + net exit proceeds
Est. rent
$5,466/mo
Rentari IQ estimate
Sell-today waterfall
Estimated market value (ATTOM AVM)$1,240,522
Agent commission (5.5%)-$68,229
Closing costs (1.5%)-$18,608
Mortgage payoff-$150,000
Net proceeds if you sell now$1,003,685
Hold 5 years — projected wealth
Estimated monthly rent (Rentari IQ)$5,466
Net operating income / yr (after 40.0% opex)$39,358
Cumulative operating cash (5 yr)$196,789
Projected value in 5 yr (3.0%/yr)$1,438,105
Net proceeds at exit$1,187,438
Total wealth from holding$1,384,226
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HOLD looks stronger: keeping the property 5 years is projected to build about $380,541 more wealth than selling today (net of selling costs both ways).
Recent nearby sales (ATTOM)
Address
Sale price
Date
Bd
Ba
SqFt
$/sqft
Demo Property · Austin, TX
$1,163,750
2026-04-29
3
3.5
2,143
$543
2414 N INTERSTATE 35, AUSTIN, TX 78681
$658,000
2017-07-03
—
3
1,830
$360
2410 N INTERSTATE 35, AUSTIN, TX 78681
$201,875
2008-10-10
—
2
1,238
$163
2408 E 9TH ST, AUSTIN, TX 78702
$429,525
2019-08-09
—
1
768
$559
2508 E 9TH ST, AUSTIN, TX 78702
$375,000
2025-01-29
3
2
1,274
$294
2500 N INTERSTATE 35, AUSTIN, TX 78705
$139,375
2008-05-14
—
1
672
$207
Real recorded sales within ~0.75 miles; comparability varies by condition and lot — verify each before relying on it.
Selling costs assumed: commission 5.5%, closing 1.5%, mortgage payoff $150,000. Override any via report inputs.
Hold model assumes 3.0%/yr appreciation, a 40.0% operating-expense ratio on rent, and a 5-year horizon; it excludes income taxes, depreciation recapture, financing, and rent growth.
Market value is ATTOM's automated valuation (AVM), not an appraisal. Rent is a Rentari IQ market estimate, not a signed lease.
Report generated on August 03, 2026. Figures are retrieved live or from a short-lived
cache (up to 30 days for some public-data sources), so a figure may pre-date this report —
each context card states its own data vintage. Comparable recency is shown per comp;
county assessment figures reflect the assessor's latest published tax year; HUD figures
reflect the current published fiscal year.
Rentari IQ rent estimates are informational market references, not pricing instructions. They are generated from your own property data, real comparable market listings, and — where local listing data is limited — AI-estimated market references (clearly labelled as such), never from other landlords' confidential rents, to support your own independent pricing decisions. You set your rents; Rentari does not. Every estimate is an advisory data point, and you remain solely responsible for the rent you charge. Estimates are not appraisals or legal advice and do not account for fair-housing, rent-control, or local pricing laws. Confirm every rent independently and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local requirements.
Disclaimer
This report is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial, legal, investment, tax, or appraisal advice. Figures are drawn from the public and licensed data sources below and, where noted, AI-generated insights (Google Gemini) — always labelled as such. Please consult qualified professionals before making any decision.
Data sources
Rent comps & listings: RentCast · Property value, tax & assessment: ATTOM Data · Fair Market Rents & income limits: HUD (HUD.gov) · Demographics, income & housing medians: U.S. Census Bureau (American Community Survey) · New-construction supply: U.S. Census Bureau (Building Permits Survey) · Migration & income flows: IRS (Statistics of Income) · Employment, wages & rent inflation: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics · Flood zones & natural-hazard risk: FEMA (Flood Hazard Layer, National Risk Index) · Environmental screen & walkability: U.S. EPA (Superfund, AirNow, Walkability Index) · Seismic design values: U.S. Geological Survey · Mortgage market & rates: HMDA / Freddie Mac · Street View & geocoding: Google Maps · AI summaries & AI-estimated comps: Google Gemini (clearly labelled where used) · Your own executed leases: de-identified, from your account only
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