1515 Commonwealth Ave #702BrightonMA02135
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayNot all U.S. investment properties are valued for current income. 1515 Commonwealth Ave #702, Brighton, MA, 02135 in Brighton at $929,000, 3.54% gross yield, is a market-growth asset. Rental yield 3.54%. The $2,742/mo rent partially funds the $4,177/mo debt service; the core return is the 5%/yr price growth projected to add $256,666 over five years. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage (0.66) provides financing for foreign nationals without domestic income checks. A 30–35% down payment often produces the cleanest coverage for low-yield properties. Total five-year return: $152,407.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 3.5% | 5.0% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(3,981) | $1,300 |
City averages based on Brighton market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $2,742 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $5,486 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.50x |
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: 02135, Brighton, MA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 23,602 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 4,576 (19.4%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 17,332 (73.4%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,694 ( 7.2%) |
| Median Home Value | $758,056 |
| Average Home Value | $799,045 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
23,145
Single Family
7,348
Multi-Family
15,797
Businesses
904
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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: 02135, Brighton, MA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 23,602 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 4,576 (19.4%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 17,332 (73.4%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,694 ( 7.2%) |
| Median Home Value | $758,056 |
| Average Home Value | $799,045 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
23,145
Single Family
7,348
Multi-Family
15,797
Businesses
904
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
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Mls Name: MLS PIN
Mls ID: #73495148