126 Harvey St #2CambridgeMA02140
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayMarkets with strong demand fundamentals often produce low-yield, high-appreciation assets. 126 Harvey St #2, Cambridge, MA, 02140 in Cambridge fits: $868,000, 5.08% gross yield, and a projected 5% annual appreciation rate adding $239,812 in value within five years. Rental yield 5.08%. The narrow rent-to-debt spread is the trade-off for market growth. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR loan (0.94) finances non-U.S. buyers without personal income documentation; optimise coverage with a 30–35% down payment. $7,994/yr in principal paydown and $239,812 in appreciation project a total return of $214,085.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 5.1% | 5.5% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(2,015) | $1,200 |
City averages based on Cambridge market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $3,676 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $5,126 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.72x |
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 1912
N/A lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 02140, Cambridge, MA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 11,600 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 3,322 (28.6%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 7,361 (63.5%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 917 ( 7.9%) |
| Median Home Value | $1,294,693 |
| Average Home Value | $1,360,329 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
10,313
Single Family
4,218
Multi-Family
6,095
Businesses
736
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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 1912
N/A lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 02140, Cambridge, MA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 11,600 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 3,322 (28.6%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 7,361 (63.5%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 917 ( 7.9%) |
| Median Home Value | $1,294,693 |
| Average Home Value | $1,360,329 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
10,313
Single Family
4,218
Multi-Family
6,095
Businesses
736
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: N/A • N/A
Mls Name: MLS PIN
Mls ID: #73485462