10 Messenger StreetSaint AlbansVT05478



INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayThe investment thesis at 10 Messenger Street, Saint Albans, VT, 05478 in Saint Albans is capital appreciation. Rental yield 4.81%. The 4.81% gross yield at $585,000 falls below cash-flow thresholds, but 5% annual value growth is forecast to deliver $161,625 in additional equity by year five, an equity gain that can outpace many higher-yield markets. Ziffy Mortgage finances appreciation-play assets via DSCR (0.89) without U.S. credit history; structure with a larger down payment to optimise coverage. Total projected return: $123,459.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 4.8% | 6.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(1,547) | $850 |
City averages based on Saint Albans market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $2,345 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $3,659 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.64x |
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.
Multi Family
Built in 1895
0.30 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 05478, Saint Albans, VT area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 7,592 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 4,568 (60.2%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 2,325 (30.6%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 699 ( 9.2%) |
| Median Home Value | $351,416 |
| Average Home Value | $376,562 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
6,885
Single Family
6,264
Multi-Family
621
Businesses
690



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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


Multi Family
Built in 1895
0.30 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 05478, Saint Albans, VT area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 7,592 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 4,568 (60.2%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 2,325 (30.6%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 699 ( 9.2%) |
| Median Home Value | $351,416 |
| Average Home Value | $376,562 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
6,885
Single Family
6,264
Multi-Family
621
Businesses
690
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Listed by: Kevin McWilliams • KW Vermont
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