4901 MORRIS AVE, ADDISON, TX, 750013386
$39,679,520
2025 Appraised Value
β 4.4% from prior year
π This parcel is part of the MAA ADDISON CIRCLE PHASE 1 community β scraped data shown is for the full community.
The acquisition thesis hinges on resolving a severe near-term operational crisis that has eroded tenant satisfaction by 120 basis points in six months. Google reviews document systemic management failures (mold, non-functional elevators, aggressive collections) under current operator MAA, creating material lease-up and retention risk despite strong underlying market fundamentalsβ85.1% renter concentration, $83.7K median income, and minimal new supply (0.58% pipeline) support sustained rent growth once operational credibility is restored. The $39.7M valuation ($232.1K/unit) reflects normalized Class B-to-C pricing for a 26-year-old asset with $38.9M in improvements but negligible redevelopment optionality; value depends entirely on operational recovery. Partial renovation coverage (2016β2020 wave affecting ~73 units) leaves capital deployment incomplete, requiring $500Kβ$1M+ to standardize remaining dated finishes and mitigate mixed-unit positioning. Likely acquisition target if due diligence confirms recent management transition and validates that review deterioration is post-remediation rather than ongoing; otherwise, watch-list pending Q2 2025 operational metrics and management verification.
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Physical Condition & Renovation Status
Addison Circle III presents as a Class B+ asset with strong recent capital deployment. 92.3% of observations register as "excellent" or "good" condition, anchored by a 2016β2020 renovation wave affecting 73 observationsβprimarily kitchens upgraded to white quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances (mid-range Samsung/LG tier), modern slab cabinetry, and subway tile. However, inconsistent unit finishes signal a partial rather than comprehensive renovation: kitchens span 2010β2015 honey oak (dated) through 2023 contemporary, and 10 units retain carpet versus vinyl plank flooring. Three bathrooms show builder-grade finishes, indicating remaining non-renovated stock.
Amenity & Exterior Positioning
Amenities exceed typical Class B expectationsβresort-style pool with motorized pergola, modern clubhouse with stone/contemporary cladding, and mature landscaping position the property as mid-to-upscale. The 1999 vintage combined with selective upgrades and fresh paint (121/134 paint observations) supports mid-rise garden positioning. Deferred maintenance is minimal (1 "poor" observation across 235 photos), but the renovation gap between units creates risk: continued capital demand to standardize non-upgraded stock, or acceptance of mixed-market positioning.
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Location Analysis: ADDISON CIRCLE III
The 76 walk score positions this 171-unit property in a genuinely pedestrian-friendly corridor, supported by a 62 bike score that enables multimodal commuting for residents without vehicles. However, the absence of transit data and null rent figure prevents assessment of whether walkability commands premium pricing or if transit deficiency is pricing into below-market rates. Addison's suburban office-park geography typically generates strong intra-suburban commute patterns that reward bikeability over transit access; this property likely attracts professionals with short car commutes to nearby corporate campuses rather than downtown Dallas employment. Without rent and specific amenity density metrics, the walkability advantage appears to address lifestyle positioning rather than reduce job-access friction for transit-dependent renters.
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The 1-unit pipeline represents just 0.58% of Addison Circle III's 171-unit base, presenting minimal direct supply pressure. However, the deteriorating submarket vacancy trend coupled with only one nearby competing project suggests the risk is not oversupply but rather broad market softeningβthe single permit in inspection phase (8230 Frankford Rd, filed Feb 2025) is too small to meaningfully absorb demand. Monitor whether this represents the full pipeline or if larger projects are in pre-permitting stages; current visibility indicates favorable competitive positioning relative to new supply, though submarket fundamentals warrant closer attention.
| Distance | Address | Description | Status | Filed |
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| 2.7 mi | 8230 FRANKFORD RD | NEW CONSTRUCTION MFD. 125 UNITS SENIOR LIVING. | Inspection Phase | Feb 24, 2025 |
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Estimated from loan records, rental listings, and appraisal data using industry-standard assumptions.
Computed from nearby properties within 3 miles of similar vintage
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Addison Circle III is a 171-unit, four-story mid-rise apartment built in 1999 with brick exterior and wood frame construction, containing 137.8K SF of leasable space. The property maintains excellent quality and condition ratings with a walk score of 76 in the Addison submarket, a strong office and mixed-use corridor north of Dallas. Parking type, amenity details, and pet/utility policies are not specified in available data.
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Addison Circle III sits in an affluent urban core with exceptional rent absorption fundamentals. The 1-mile radius's 85.1% renter concentration and $83.7K median household income against a 24.6% affordability ratio signal a captive, income-qualified tenant baseβrents are sustainable at this location. Income skews heavily toward $100K+ earners (40.1% combined in the 1-mile radius), confirming an upscale renter demographic rather than workforce housing. The sharp contraction from 85.1% to 67.1% renter occupancy moving outward to 3 miles indicates Addison Circle III benefits from limited suburban competition; the property captures urban renters priced out of homeownership in a transit-accessible, high-density submarket where median home values ($354Kβ$392K) make renting economically rational for the 25β34 cohort.
Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates (2023) Β· 4 tracts (1mi)
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Appraisal Interpretation β Addison Circle III
Modest 4.4% YoY appreciation to $39.7M ($232.1K/unit) reflects stabilized multifamily pricing in a maturing asset class, with no red flags from distress or rapid repricing. The negligible land basis ($740.3K, 1.9% of total value) versus $38.9M in improvements leaves virtually no redevelopment upside; value is entirely dependent on sustained operational performance of a 26-year-old building. Single appraisal point limits trend analysis, but per-unit valuation aligns with Dallas-area market fundamentals for Class B-to-C vintage product.
| Year | Total Value | Change |
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| 2025 | $39,679,520 | +4.4% |
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Sharp deterioration signals operational breakdown: The 120-basis-point decline in average rating over six months (4.4% to 3.2%) coupled with a 51.8% concentration of 1-star reviews indicates a recent management or maintenance crisis rather than baseline operational issues. Recurring themesβundisclosed mold/water damage (Unit #4270), non-functional elevators for 5-6 months, aggressive eviction practices despite tenant payment offers, and neighbor noise management failuresβpoint to systemic property management failures by MAA that undermine the value proposition of this 171-unit asset. The bimodal distribution (294 five-star vs. 137 one-star) suggests individual leasing staff quality cannot compensate for institutional-level deficiencies in maintenance responsiveness and resident relations. This review profile materially weakens acquisition thesis unless verified as post-remediation or reflective of recent management transition.
526 reviews total
We stopped by to look and apply for apartments this afternoon. We were lucky to have Lupita help us through the process from start to end. Lupita was very friendly and we appreciated her time! Go see Lupita at MAA!
No Star Option Beware! We were placed in a Mold Infested Unit #4270 which had previous water damage and the information was not disclosed to us. Shortly after residing in the Unit my 5 year old granddaughter and my son developed Respiratory Issues which were documented. We notified MAA staff members on numerous occasions of a strange odor and Respiratory issues while in the Unit and visitors noticed it as well which was extremely embarrassing.
Finally, they sent an affiliated company(LightHouse) to inspect the Unit, the Moisture Meter used alerted all over the walls, after they opened the walls one of the workers said , βyes it is Mold.β Due to residing in the Health Hazard Unit for months, we provided MAA Property Manager and staff members with a written notice detailing the reasons that prompted the move out.
On Friday January 30, 2026, I completed the Move Out Inspection with two male MAA staff members which made me very uncomfortable. As of this day, I was not provided with a copy of the Move Out Inspection Document but I took pictures of the completed and signed form with a Zero Balance as well as a clean Unit without damages and a video for confirmation. However, this morning I awakened to an email demanding payment for over $3,000 which will be addressed accordingly with consultation.
Therefore, you have been informed about how much MAA Addison Circle cares about their residents.
I was late on my payment and they sent me an eviction notice I offered to pay my entire lease in full with late fees and they refused and still made me move out. They said they would drop the eviction if I just moved out. Then they sent me a $10,000 bill anyways!!! I begged and pleaded over and over to pay the remaining balance of my entire lease in full. They refused. I tried to go to a regional manager but it turns out that's the property manager of this apartment complex. I am looking into legal actions.
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Hi Blake, thank you for your kind review; we are happy to pass along your comments to the team here at MAA Addison Circle! Please don't hesitate to reach out if there's anything additional we can do for you.
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