16 Cypress StSomervilleMA02143
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayMarkets with strong demand fundamentals often produce low-yield, high-appreciation assets. 16 Cypress St, Somerville, MA, 02143 in Somerville fits: $1,495,000, 3.78% gross yield, and a projected 5% annual appreciation rate adding $413,041 in value within five years. Rental yield 3.78%. The narrow rent-to-debt spread is the trade-off for market growth. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR loan (0.70) finances non-U.S. buyers without personal income documentation; optimise coverage with a 30–35% down payment. $13,769/yr in principal paydown and $413,041 in appreciation project a total return of $264,071.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 3.8% | 6.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(4,718) | $1,300 |
City averages based on Somerville market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $4,705 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $8,828 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.53x |
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.
Multi Family
Built in 1890
2,051 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 02143, Somerville, MA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 13,389 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 3,740 (27.9%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 8,653 (64.6%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 996 ( 7.4%) |
| Median Home Value | $980,543 |
| Average Home Value | $1,088,768 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
11,608
Single Family
6,984
Multi-Family
4,624
Businesses
915
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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
Multi Family
Built in 1890
2,051 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 02143, Somerville, MA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 13,389 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 3,740 (27.9%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 8,653 (64.6%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 996 ( 7.4%) |
| Median Home Value | $980,543 |
| Average Home Value | $1,088,768 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
11,608
Single Family
6,984
Multi-Family
4,624
Businesses
915
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: The North Star Group • Keller Williams Realty Evolution
Mls Name: MLS PIN
Mls ID: #73432414