16 Frank StNeedhamMA02494
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayThe investment thesis at 16 Frank St, Needham, MA, 02494 in Needham is capital appreciation. Rental yield 5.57%. The 5.57% gross yield at $1,375,000 falls below cash-flow thresholds, but 5% annual value growth is forecast to deliver $379,887 in additional equity by year five, an equity gain that can outpace many higher-yield markets. Ziffy Mortgage finances appreciation-play assets via DSCR (1.03) without U.S. credit history; structure with a larger down payment to optimise coverage. Total projected return: $375,182.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 5.6% | 5.3% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(2,282) | $350 |
City averages based on Needham market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $6,384 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $8,119 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.79x |
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 1963
0.29 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 02494, Needham Heights, MA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 4,424 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 2,729 (61.7%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 1,359 (30.7%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 336 ( 7.6%) |
| Median Home Value | $1,132,830 |
| Average Home Value | $1,231,080 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
4,439
Single Family
3,096
Multi-Family
1,343
Businesses
829
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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 1963
0.29 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 02494, Needham Heights, MA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 4,424 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 2,729 (61.7%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 1,359 (30.7%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 336 ( 7.6%) |
| Median Home Value | $1,132,830 |
| Average Home Value | $1,231,080 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
4,439
Single Family
3,096
Multi-Family
1,343
Businesses
829
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Alison Borrelli • Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Commonwealth Real Estate
Mls Name: MLS PIN
Mls ID: #73402703