1 Marion St #4CambridgeMA02141
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayMarkets with strong demand fundamentals often produce low-yield, high-appreciation assets. 1 Marion St #4, Cambridge, MA, 02141 in Cambridge fits: $1,899,000, 2.39% gross yield, and a projected 5% annual appreciation rate adding $524,659 in value within five years. Rental yield 2.39%. The narrow rent-to-debt spread is the trade-off for market growth. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR loan (0.44) finances non-U.S. buyers without personal income documentation; optimise coverage with a 30–35% down payment. $17,490/yr in principal paydown and $524,659 in appreciation project a total return of $194,690.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 2.4% | 5.5% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(8,179) | $1,200 |
City averages based on Cambridge market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Rental Loan Qualification
Qualifies using the property's rental income, not your personal income.
- ✓No W-2, pay stubs, or tax returns needed
- ✓Rental income qualifies you
- ✓Built for real estate investors
| Monthly Rental Income | $3,790 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $11,214 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.34x |
Ziffy Mortgage typically prefers a DSCR of 1.0+, but in some cases you may qualify with a DSCR below 1. To explore if this deal qualifies for an investment mortgage, book time with your loan officer →
Estimates assume 6.0% rate / 30-yr fixed, 30% down, 1% tax, 0.5% insurance. Not a commitment to lend.
Condo
Built in 2025
N/A lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 02141, Cambridge, MA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 8,873 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 2,086 (23.5%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 6,161 (69.4%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 626 ( 7.1%) |
| Median Home Value | $963,768 |
| Average Home Value | $1,101,258 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
8,032
Single Family
2,778
Multi-Family
5,254
Businesses
589
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Ziffy AI Summary
A quick, investor-focused snapshot highlighting income strength, yield potential.
| Key metrics | Value |
|---|---|
| Price | $399,900 |
| Est. Rent | $3,200/mo |
| ROI | 18% |
- Attractive rent-to-price ratio for income stability
- Good fit for DSCR financing with healthy coverage
Condo
Built in 2025
N/A lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 02141, Cambridge, MA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 8,873 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 2,086 (23.5%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 6,161 (69.4%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 626 ( 7.1%) |
| Median Home Value | $963,768 |
| Average Home Value | $1,101,258 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
8,032
Single Family
2,778
Multi-Family
5,254
Businesses
589
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Gregory McCarthy • Riverfront REALTORS
Mls Name: MLS PIN
Mls ID: #73451310