159 Skyline Dr #159ActonMA01720
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayThe investment thesis at 159 Skyline Dr #159, Acton, MA, 01720 in Acton is capital appreciation. Rental yield 3.53%. The 3.53% gross yield at $910,000 falls below cash-flow thresholds, but 5% annual value growth is forecast to deliver $251,416 in additional equity by year five, an equity gain that can outpace many higher-yield markets. Ziffy Mortgage finances appreciation-play assets via DSCR (0.65) without U.S. credit history; structure with a larger down payment to optimise coverage. Total projected return: $148,508.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 3.5% | 5.0% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(3,062) | $1,200 |
City averages based on Acton market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $2,674 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $5,374 |
| 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 2015
N/A lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 01720, Acton, MA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 9,016 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 6,499 (72.1%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 2,175 (24.1%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 342 ( 3.8%) |
| Median Home Value | $843,349 |
| Average Home Value | $888,020 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
8,861
Single Family
8,052
Multi-Family
809
Businesses
1,094
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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 2015
N/A lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 01720, Acton, MA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 9,016 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 6,499 (72.1%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 2,175 (24.1%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 342 ( 3.8%) |
| Median Home Value | $843,349 |
| Average Home Value | $888,020 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
8,861
Single Family
8,052
Multi-Family
809
Businesses
1,094
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Jan Pitzi • William Raveis R.E. & Home Services
Mls Name: MLS PIN
Mls ID: #73451790