5349 LAS COLINAS BLVD, IRVING, TX, 750394502
$51,136,720
2025 Appraised Value
↑ 9.0% from prior year
The core risk is overleveraged capital structure masking operational upside from recent management improvements. THE BLVD carries $163.8M debt against a $51.1M appraisal (3.2x LTV) with no disclosed maturity, rate, or DSCR—a refinancing risk that could overwhelm the property's genuine operational momentum (Google rating improved from 4.3 to 4.8 in six months under new management). However, endemic design constraints (persistent parking dysfunction cited across reviews) and a walk score of 30 in a car-dependent Irving submarket limit rent growth potential, and demographic depth weakens sharply beyond the 1-mile radius ($105.1K median income drops to $84.9K at 5 miles), suggesting the current rent positioning depends on a concentrated affluent cohort unlikely to sustain. The property is stabilized mid-cycle Class B ($207.0K per unit, 2012-vintage) with partial renovations and visible fixture wear in bathrooms, offering limited value-add beyond what management has already captured. Pass unless debt structure is resolved and rent rolls reflect current operational performance—proceed to debt document review only if leverage materially declines or acquisition price reflects the structural demand constraints.
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THE BLVD positions as a stabilized Class B asset with limited near-term value-add. The 2012 mid-rise shows mixed renovation timing (2015–2018 phases) with builder-grade stainless appliances, granite countertops, and vinyl plank flooring—adequate but not competitive at the premium end. Unit finishes are inconsistent: five units graded "upgraded" versus two "premium" suggests a partial renovation, though the 12-photo sample limits confidence. A critical red flag emerges in the bathroom—visible staining, rust, and discoloration on tile/fixtures point to either deferred maintenance or original 2012-era materials showing wear. Exterior and common areas (contemporary clubhouse, clean landscaping, recessed lighting) maintain curb appeal, but the property lacks the quartz, modern cabinetry, or stainless appliance packages that drive rent growth in competing 2010s-built stock.
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The Blvd's walk score of 30 signals a car-dependent suburban location unsuitable for transit-oriented or walkability-focused renters, limiting demand to cost-conscious tenants prioritizing affordability over location convenience. With transit score at 43 and bike score at 32, the property lacks multimodal connectivity—Irving's job centers and amenities are dispersed, requiring personal vehicles for most trips. Without rent data, we cannot assess whether THE BLVD's positioning compensates through below-market pricing; if positioned as a lifestyle community rather than value play, this location profile creates demand friction.
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The 1-unit pipeline represents only 0.4% of THE BLVD's 247-unit inventory, posing minimal direct competitive pressure. However, the deteriorating submarket vacancy trend signals broader supply-demand imbalance that could constrain rent growth regardless of pipeline magnitude. The single nearby permit (2250 Connector Dr) is in inspection phase as of January 2024 and appears to be a small mixed-use or office project rather than multifamily competition. Timing and scale suggest manageable headwinds, but underwriting should account for the submarket's worsening fundamentals.
| Distance | Address | Description | Status | Filed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.0 mi | 2250 CONNECTOR DR | 2250 Connector Drive. A project with 11 apartment buildin... | Inspection Phase | Jan 29, 2024 |
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Refinancing and leverage risk dominate this asset's profile. The sponsor carries $163.8M in debt against a $51.1M appraised value—a 3.2x loan-to-value that signals either aggressive capital deployment or appraisal decay since origination in 2015. With no maturity date, rate, or DSCR disclosed, the debt structure is opaque; if the loan matures near-term at current rates, this 247-unit property faces acute refinancing pressure. Single transaction since 2015 entry and absentee entity ownership suggest a buy-and-hold portfolio play rather than a flip, but the leverage level and information gaps warrant debt document review before engagement.
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Estimated from loan records, rental listings, and appraisal data using industry-standard assumptions.
Based on most recent loan: $163,835,275 (Jan 2015, attom)
Computed from nearby properties within 3 miles of similar vintage
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THE BLVD – Irving, TX
THE BLVD is a 247-unit, three-story garden-style apartment community built in 2012 with wood-frame construction and brick exterior, totaling 229.8K SF of gross building area. The property carries "Excellent" condition and "Very Good" quality ratings, though specific unit finishes and amenity details are not available in the dataset. The walk score of 30 reflects typical suburban Irving positioning, and parking information is not documented. Utility cost allocation between landlord and resident is not specified.
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THE BLVD is positioned in an affluent urban micromarket with rent sustainability headwinds at scale. The 1-mile radius shows 86.7% renter concentration and $105.1K median income supporting a 20.3% affordability ratio, but this demand pool shrinks materially beyond the immediate core—the 5-mile radius drops to 65.4% renters and $84.9K income, raising the affordability ratio to 21.4%. Income distribution is heavily skewed upward in the 1-mile zone (50.0% earn $100K+) versus 38.5% at the 5-mile perimeter, suggesting the property depends on a concentrated cohort of higher-income renters unlikely to represent sustainable demand across a 247-unit stabilization. Growth trajectory data is absent, but the pronounced rent affordability compression moving outward signals limited geographic depth for this product's rent positioning.
Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates (2023) · 3 tracts (1mi)
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THE BLVD's $51.1M valuation reflects a 9.0% year-over-year appreciation, though the single-appraisal dataset limits trend analysis. The $207.0K per-unit valuation is reasonable for a 2012-vintage asset in a stabilized market. Land represents just 3.7% of total value ($1.9M), signaling minimal redevelopment optionality—improvements dominate at $49.2M, consistent with a well-maintained, fully-leased-up property with limited tear-down upside. Historical appraisal data predating 2025 is absent, preventing assessment of pandemic-era dislocation or prior market cycles.
| Year | Total Value | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $51,136,720 | +9.0% |
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Management overhaul has dramatically reversed historical underperformance. The property's 3.9 overall rating masks a sharp inflection: prior 6-month average of 4.3 jumped to 4.8 in the last 6 months, driven by management turnover under new leadership (Brayden, Daniel) and targeted maintenance staffing (Jose, Kevin). However, the historical review composition remains problematic—63 one-star reviews (20.4% of total) cluster around operational failures (parking shortage after 6 PM cited explicitly in recent 2-star reviews), indicating endemic capacity/design constraints that staff excellence cannot fully remediate. The recent positivity appears genuine (17 of 21 recent reviews are 5-star, many with specific staff attribution), but parking dysfunction persists and will likely cap NOI upside unless addressed structurally—this undermines the investment thesis unless acquisition price already reflects these operational headwinds.
307 reviews total
Nice apartment, they take care of the maintenance well. Kevin isa great guy
Owner response · Feb 2026
We are so happy to see your satisfaction with your beautiful apartment home, Sandeep! We greatly appreciate you taking the time to share this valuable feedback with us, and we will gladly pass along your kind words to Kevin. Thank you so much!
Jose Villatoro and Kevin Sierra are the best maintenance men around.
Owner response · Feb 2026
Thank you so much for brightening our day, Dheemant! Our entire team aims to show our residents an exceptional experience, and we cannot wait to give Jose and Kevin a shout-out for their hard work. Please continue to get in touch anytime if you need further assistance.
My work was completed fast and on time! My space looks brighter and better!
Owner response · Feb 2026
It is wonderful to know that your apartment home is back in working order, Fia! We all strive to show residents prompt and professional services, and we cannot wait to share these compliments with our hardworking team. Thank you!
Jose Villatoro and Kevin Sierra does great job of addressing any maintenance request at The Amblar community promptly and efficiently. Also, cleans after any of the maintenance work is done.
Owner response · Feb 2026
We are delighted to see your glowing review, Piyush! It is great to know that our maintenance service exceeded expectations, and we will be sure to pass your compliments on to Jose and Kevin. We appreciate you, too!
I honestly expected better from this community. Parking after 6–7 PM is a serious issue. Most residents get home from work around that time, and finding an open spot becomes extremely difficult. This isn’t an isolated complaint, it’s clearly a community-wide issue that needs better management and planning. The clubhouse hours are even more confusing. It closes at 6 PM, closes earlier on Saturdays, and is completely closed on Sundays. Most working residents are only free after 6 PM or on weekends, so what’s the point of having this amenity if it’s not accessible when people can actually use it? Other nearby communities keep their clubhouses open later, often with secured key fob access. A simple solution would be to separate the leasing office and clubhouse areas with secure doors, allowing residents to access the clubhouse after office hours without affecting staff operations. Amenities and parking are major factors when choosing where to live. I really hope management takes this feedback seriously and makes improvements.
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