161 Lowell St #1SomervilleMA02143
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation Play161 Lowell St #1, Somerville, MA, 02143 in Somerville is priced for appreciation, not yield. Rental yield 5.34%. At $1,260,000 with a 5.34% gross yield, the monthly income is modest, but 5% annual price growth is projected to add $348,115 in value over five years, making equity the primary return driver. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage (0.99) can still finance this property for non-U.S. residents; a 30–35% down payment typically produces the cleanest underwriting for appreciation-focused assets. Total projected cumulative return: $328,419.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 5.3% | 6.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(2,680) | $1,300 |
City averages based on Somerville market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $5,611 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $7,440 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.75x |
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 1920
3,630 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
Condo
Built in 1920
3,630 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: Judy Weinberg • Leading Edge Real Estate
Mls Name: MLS PIN
Mls ID: #73476808