128 Watson RdBelmontMA02478
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayMarkets with strong demand fundamentals often produce low-yield, high-appreciation assets. 128 Watson Rd, Belmont, MA, 02478 in Belmont fits: $1,351,800, 4.05% gross yield, and a projected 5% annual appreciation rate adding $373,477 in value within five years. Rental yield 4.05%. The narrow rent-to-debt spread is the trade-off for market growth. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR loan (0.75) finances non-U.S. buyers without personal income documentation; optimise coverage with a 30–35% down payment. $12,450/yr in principal paydown and $373,477 in appreciation project a total return of $258,424.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 4.1% | 5.1% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(3,960) | $850 |
City averages based on Belmont market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $4,560 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $7,982 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.57x |
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 1925
6,098 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 02478, Belmont, MA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 10,856 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 6,320 (58.2%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 3,883 (35.8%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 653 ( 6.0%) |
| Median Home Value | $1,215,863 |
| Average Home Value | $1,284,804 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
10,173
Single Family
9,309
Multi-Family
864
Businesses
844
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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 1925
6,098 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 02478, Belmont, MA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 10,856 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 6,320 (58.2%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 3,883 (35.8%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 653 ( 6.0%) |
| Median Home Value | $1,215,863 |
| Average Home Value | $1,284,804 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
10,173
Single Family
9,309
Multi-Family
864
Businesses
844
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
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