17 Copley St #2CambridgeMA02138
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation Play17 Copley St #2, Cambridge, MA, 02138 in Cambridge is priced for appreciation, not yield. Rental yield 4.22%. At $1,049,000 with a 4.22% gross yield, the monthly income is modest, but 5% annual price growth is projected to add $289,819 in value over five years, making equity the primary return driver. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage (0.78) 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: $210,208.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 4.2% | 5.5% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(3,143) | $1,200 |
City averages based on Cambridge market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $3,689 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $6,194 |
| 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 1916
N/A lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 02138, Cambridge, MA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 16,378 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 5,322 (32.5%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 9,285 (56.7%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,771 (10.8%) |
| Median Home Value | $1,451,585 |
| Average Home Value | $1,501,907 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
15,915
Single Family
5,951
Multi-Family
9,964
Businesses
1,527
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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 1916
N/A lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 02138, Cambridge, MA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 16,378 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 5,322 (32.5%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 9,285 (56.7%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,771 (10.8%) |
| Median Home Value | $1,451,585 |
| Average Home Value | $1,501,907 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
15,915
Single Family
5,951
Multi-Family
9,964
Businesses
1,527
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: N/A • N/A
Mls Name: MLS PIN
Mls ID: #73491552