Investor · Bowling Green, KY · Member since 2023 · 73 posts · 22 votes
Just locked up a 40‑unit multifamily property in Owensboro, KY and wanted to share the deal breakdown for anyone who likes analyzing stabilized assets.
The property is already cash‑flowing with a strong DSCR, and the major CapEx items are done — new roof, gutters, exterior work, etc. Rents are still under market, so the plan is a simple value‑add: light interior upgrades, improved management, and bringing rents to market over time.
I’m handling the acquisition, lender coordination, and overall business plan.
Would love to hear from anyone who has experience operating in Kentucky or specifically in the Owensboro market. Curious what others have seen in terms of:
• rent growth
• tenant base
• management quality
• renovation ROI
• lender preferences in this region
Always appreciate learning from people who’ve operated in similar markets.
Happy to answer questions about the underwriting, business plan, or anything else related to the deal.
Real Estate Agent · Bowling Green KY ~ Lexington, KY · Member since 2015 · 1k+ posts · 602 votes
8mo
@Patrick Lismon IDK anyone on BP in Owensboro specifically but there probably is. To help with your questions some though.
1. I wouldn't underwrite much rent growth. This is not a KY specific item it is a nationally rental growth projection. Just keep it very conservative is really underwriting as none for awhile. That doesn't mean there might be some catching up to do like you mentioned.
2. Likely blue collar and work in government or something with the river.
3. Subjective to you.
4. Subjective to the project.
5. If you are using DSCR which is essentially a conventional loan, you can probably find a lender better using a more nationwide company. Especially for a bigger MFH building.