123 Walnut Hill RdNewtonMA02461
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation Play123 Walnut Hill Rd, Newton, MA, 02461 in Newton is priced for appreciation, not yield. Rental yield 5.02%. At $1,299,000 with a 5.02% gross yield, the monthly income is modest, but 5% annual price growth is projected to add $358,890 in value over five years, making equity the primary return driver. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage (0.93) can still finance this property for non-U.S. residents; a 30–35% down payment typically produces the cleanest underwriting for appreciation-focused assets. Total projected cumulative return: $315,714.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 5% | 5.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(2,759) | $700 |
City averages based on Newton market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $5,429 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $7,671 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.71x |
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.
Single Family
Built in 1937
5,365 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 02461, Newton Highlands, MA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 2,630 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 1,827 (69.5%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 676 (25.7%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 127 ( 4.8%) |
| Median Home Value | $1,330,029 |
| Average Home Value | $1,391,180 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
2,796
Single Family
2,414
Multi-Family
382
Businesses
352
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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
Single Family
Built in 1937
5,365 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 02461, Newton Highlands, MA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 2,630 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 1,827 (69.5%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 676 (25.7%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 127 ( 4.8%) |
| Median Home Value | $1,330,029 |
| Average Home Value | $1,391,180 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
2,796
Single Family
2,414
Multi-Family
382
Businesses
352
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Mary Lewitt • Hammond Residential Real Estate
Mls Name: MLS PIN
Mls ID: #73472263