Flip report generated May 21, 2025

The Flip Potential of
12 Seward St Dansville, North Dansville, NYhome is medium.

Current Specs
3 Bed / 1.5 Bath
2,304 sqft
$21 per sqft
Estimated Value$49,400
Flip Scenarios
Explore renovation scenarios based on recent comps that could increase the value of 12 Seward St:
Add 250 sqft...
+$25,655 (51.93%)
New Potential Value$75,055
Add a bedroom...
+$9,612 (19.46%)
New Potential Value$59,012
Add a bed & bath...
+$28,895 (58.49%)
New Potential Value$78,295
Flip Advice
This 3-bed, 1.5-bath, 2,304 sqft single-family home in Dansville (12 Seward St) is listed at $49K—well below local comps and average home values, which are around $156K-$161K. The property is dated (built 1900), has a low price/sqft ($21), and needs rehab. Recent comps show similar homes, especially those with added beds or baths, can sell for $59K–$78K after upgrades, with median sold prices for 3–4 beds in the area ranging from $139K to $384K. The market is competitive, with homes selling fast and often above asking. There's clear upside for a rehabber or investor looking for a value-add opportunity, but the comps suggest a modest post-renovation value, not a major windfall.
If you're the current owner, focus on key improvements: update the kitchen and baths, refinish the hardwood floors, and enhance curb appeal with landscaping and fresh paint. These targeted upgrades can boost your sale price significantly, especially in a hot market like Dansville's. If you're buying to flip, you'll need to keep rehab costs low and aim for a quick turnaround. Consider adding a bedroom or bath if feasible, as comps show these changes can increase value by $10K–$29K. Timing is good, as homes are moving fast and the market is strong.
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