20 Columbus StWorcesterMA01603



INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayInvestors who prioritise long-run asset value over immediate income should consider 20 Columbus St, Worcester, MA, 01603 in Worcester. Rental yield 2.68%. At $950,000 with 2.68% gross yield, current distributions are modest, but the 5% appreciation rate projects $262,467 in new equity by year five, complemented by $8,750/yr in principal paydown. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR loan (0.50) allows non-U.S. residents to acquire without W-2s or domestic credit. Total projected five-year cumulative return: $111,771.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 2.7% | 8.0% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(3,868) | $300 |
City averages based on Worcester market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $2,119 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $5,610 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.38x |
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.
Multi Family
Built in 1910
8,938 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 01603, Worcester, MA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 9,627 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 3,865 (40.1%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 5,141 (53.4%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 621 ( 6.5%) |
| Median Home Value | $370,996 |
| Average Home Value | $398,226 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
7,439
Single Family
6,118
Multi-Family
1,321
Businesses
677



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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


Multi Family
Built in 1910
8,938 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 01603, Worcester, MA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 9,627 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 3,865 (40.1%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 5,141 (53.4%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 621 ( 6.5%) |
| Median Home Value | $370,996 |
| Average Home Value | $398,226 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
7,439
Single Family
6,118
Multi-Family
1,321
Businesses
677
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