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#94: High-Return Bay Area Flip for Under $500K

Richmond fixer with comps pushing $600K+ and room to run.

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Note on Numbers: All calculations for investment properties are based on a 25% down payment and a current interest rate of 6.89%, unless otherwise stated. For house hacks, we assume a 5% down payment with PMI at 0.4% and a 6.45%(FHA) interest rate. We do the math so you can focus on what matters – the deals!

Cosmetic Flip With 90.5% ROI

📍 Address: 800 Payne Dr, Richmond, CA 94806
💰 Price: $450,000 ($50K under asking)
🏠 Units: Single Family
🏦 ROI: 90.5%

Why This is a Great Investment:

This Bay Area fixer needs nothing more than a clean cosmetic refresh to deliver serious upside. You're walking in $50K below list price, and a light rehab gets you to an ARV of $615K. That’s a 90.5% ROI for a relatively simple flip.

The home has solid bones, a usable layout, and sits in a prime commuter corridor near shopping, schools, restaurants, and public transit. The garage has been converted into a studio, offering bonus utility.

The Stats (10% Down, Hard Money Loan) 📝

  • Purchase Price: $450,000 ($50k under asking)

  • ARV: $615,000

  • Rehab Costs: $46,200 (10% Contingency)

  • Down Payment: $45,000

  • Selling Costs (4.5%): $27,702

  • Holding Costs (3 Months): $13,262

  • Total Profit: $64,936

  • ROI: 90.5%

San Francisco 5-Unit Flip or BRRRR With $403K Profit

📍 Address: 297-299 Corbett Ave, San Francisco, CA 94114
💰 Price: $1,200,000
🏠 Units: 5 Units
🏦 ROI: 90.5% | BRRRR Cash Flow: $1,919/mo | CoC: 137.5%

Why This is a Great Investment:
Delivered with 4 of 5 units vacant and 3 already gutted, this multi-family property is a dream for developers and experienced investors. With panoramic views, light cosmetic upgrades, and comps near $2.2M, the flip potential is massive.

Or BRRRR it. Stabilized rents push $16,000/month. The refi puts $16K back in your pocket with just $5,500 left in the deal. Either strategy delivers serious returns.

The Stats (10% Down, Hard Money Loan) 📝

  • Purchase Price: $1,200,000 (Large ARV spread leaves room to go over asking and still hit solid profit.)

  • ARV: $2,218,000

  • Rehab costs: $286,000 (10% Contingency)

  • Cash Needed: $155,350

  • Selling Costs (4.5%): -$99,810

  • Holding Costs (7 Months): -$96,860

  • Total Profit: $504,480

  • ROI: 90.5%

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San Diego Flip With 107% ROI

📍 Address: 9562 Benavente St, San Diego, CA 92129
💰 Price: $998,000
🏠 Units: Single Family (4 Bed, 2.5 Bath)
🏦 ROI: 107%

Why This is a Great Investment:
Under $1M in one of San Diego’s most desirable family-friendly neighborhoods. Strong bones, big layout, and high ceilings make this a cosmetic remodeler’s dream. Comps push $1.44M and the projected profit clears $140K after tax.

You’re sitting in Rancho Peñasquitos with top schools and a $446K discount from DealCheck value. This is how six-figure flips are done.

The Stats (10% Down, Hard Money Loan) 📝

  • Purchase Price: $998,000

  • ARV: $1,444,000

  • Rehab costs: $137,500 (10% Contingency)

  • Down Payment: $99,800

  • Selling Costs (4.5%): $64,980

  • Holding Costs (4 Months): $37,803

  • Total Profit: $177,503

  • ROI: 107%

San Diego House Hack w/ $2,054 Effective Mortgage

📍 Address: 4159 35th St, San Diego, CA 92104
💰 Price: $1,250,000
🏠 Units: 4 Units (Live in 1, Rent 3)
🏦 Effective Mortgage: $2,054/mo

Why This is a Great Investment:
This is the ideal house hack play—only 5% down with FHA financing. Live in one unit and let three other tenants cover the mortgage. You're walking into a cash-flowing setup in one of San Diego's most renter-friendly locations.

Plus, two single-car garages offer ADU conversion upside. Strong location, stable rents, and tons of long-term value.

The Stats (5% Down FHA) 📝

Investment Metrics

  • Purchase Price: $1,250,000

  • Down Payment: $62,500

  • Purchase Costs: $37,500

  • Total Cash Needed: $100,000

  • Gross Rent: $7,650/month

    • Owner occupies one of the 1-bedroom units while renting out the other two 1-bedroom units and the 2-bedroom unit

  • Operating Expenses: $1,802/month

  • Net Operating Income: $5,848/month

  • Mortgage Payment: $7,902/month

  • Effective Mortgage: $2,054/month

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