16 Elm St #16West NewtonMA02465
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayMarkets with strong demand fundamentals often produce low-yield, high-appreciation assets. 16 Elm St #16, West Newton, MA, 02465 in West Newton fits: $1,215,000, 4.27% gross yield, and a projected 5% annual appreciation rate adding $335,682 in value within five years. Rental yield 4.27%. The narrow rent-to-debt spread is the trade-off for market growth. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR loan (0.79) finances non-U.S. buyers without personal income documentation; optimise coverage with a 30–35% down payment. $11,190/yr in principal paydown and $335,682 in appreciation project a total return of $246,526.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 4.3% | 5.0% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(3,938) | $350 |
City averages based on West Newton market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $4,320 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $7,175 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.60x |
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.
Townhouse
Built in 2025
N/A lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 02465, West Newton, MA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 4,497 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 3,180 (70.7%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 1,158 (25.8%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 159 ( 3.5%) |
| Median Home Value | $1,222,628 |
| Average Home Value | $1,326,653 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
4,519
Single Family
4,340
Multi-Family
179
Businesses
311
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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
Townhouse
Built in 2025
N/A lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 02465, West Newton, MA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 4,497 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 3,180 (70.7%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 1,158 (25.8%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 159 ( 3.5%) |
| Median Home Value | $1,222,628 |
| Average Home Value | $1,326,653 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
4,519
Single Family
4,340
Multi-Family
179
Businesses
311
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: N/A • N/A
Mls Name: MLS PIN
Mls ID: #73465151