Carmel Valley Home

Located in the desirable Carmel Valley neighborhood of San Diego, this 2,924 square foot, 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom single-family home, built in 1987, offers a prime location close to top-rated schools, parks, and local amenities.

Before Arrow:
The property was underperforming as a vacation rental, with insufficient income to cover property taxes.

After Arrow:
We transitioned the home to a long-term rental model, resulting in a significant increase in rental revenue.

Improvements Made:

  • Installed a new dishwasher
  • Added a metal fence for privacy and security
  • Updated plumbing and installed a new shower
  • Upgraded kitchen tiles and removed outdated furniture
  • Increased rent and secured a stable long-term lease

Outcome:
Switching to a long-term rental model led to a 470% increase in rental revenue, turning the property into a profitable asset providing steady cash flow.

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case Results

Annual Rent

$8,000

$45,000

$37,000

470% increase in rental income

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Property Value

$1.2M

$1.36M

$160,000

13% increase in property value

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Transforming a Rental for Maximum Profitability

For this project, Arrow executed a complete strategic overhaul, transforming an underperforming vacation rental into a high-earning, long-term rental asset. The property, once struggling to cover even basic costs, is now fully occupied and generating $45,000 in annual rental income—a 470% increase from its previous state.

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Problems we Solved

This 2,924 sq. ft. single-family home in the sought-after Carmel Valley neighborhood of San Diego was originally operating as a vacation rental. However, low occupancy rates and inconsistent revenue made it financially unsustainable, failing to cover even the property taxes.

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Strategic Enhancements & Key Improvements

To maximize rental potential and attract long-term tenants, Arrow made several key upgrades: -Installed a new dishwasher for improved kitchen functionality -Added a metal fence to enhance privacy and security -Updated plumbing & installed a new shower for modernized appeal -Upgraded kitchen tiles & removed outdated furniture for a fresh, contemporary look -Increased rent & secured a stable long-term lease to drive profitability

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The Arrow Advantage: Measurable Results

By transitioning the property from short-term to long-term leasing and implementing value-boosting renovations, Arrow delivered exceptional results: -470% Increase in Annual Rental Income -From $8,000 to $45,000 per year in rental revenue -13% Increase in Property Value – Now valued at $1.36M, up from $1.2M The impact? This once-struggling property is now a high-performing, cash-flowing asset—proof that strategic investment + smart property management = exponential returns.

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