188 Waverley St #2BelmontMA02478
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayNot all U.S. investment properties are valued for current income. 188 Waverley St #2, Belmont, MA, 02478 in Belmont at $699,900, 5.77% gross yield, is a market-growth asset. Rental yield 5.77%. The $3,365/mo rent partially funds the $3,147/mo debt service; the core return is the 5%/yr price growth projected to add $193,369 over five years. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage (1.07) provides financing for foreign nationals without domestic income checks. A 30–35% down payment often produces the cleanest coverage for low-yield properties. Total five-year return: $198,449.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 5.8% | 5.1% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(1,413) | $850 |
City averages based on Belmont market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Rental Loan Qualification
Qualifies using the property's rental income, not your personal income.
- ✓No W-2, pay stubs, or tax returns needed
- ✓Rental income qualifies you
- ✓Built for real estate investors
| Monthly Rental Income | $3,365 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $4,133 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.81x |
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
5,025 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 02478, Belmont, MA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 10,856 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 6,320 (58.2%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 3,883 (35.8%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 653 ( 6.0%) |
| Median Home Value | $1,215,863 |
| Average Home Value | $1,284,804 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
10,173
Single Family
9,309
Multi-Family
864
Businesses
844
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
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
5,025 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 02478, Belmont, MA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 10,856 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 6,320 (58.2%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 3,883 (35.8%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 653 ( 6.0%) |
| Median Home Value | $1,215,863 |
| Average Home Value | $1,284,804 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
10,173
Single Family
9,309
Multi-Family
864
Businesses
844
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: N/A • N/A
Mls Name: MLS PIN
Mls ID: #73506591