21 Preston Beach RdMarbleheadMA01945



INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayThe investment thesis at 21 Preston Beach Rd, Marblehead, MA, 01945 in Marblehead is capital appreciation. Rental yield 4.64%. The 4.64% gross yield at $675,000 falls below cash-flow thresholds, but 5% annual value growth is forecast to deliver $186,490 in additional equity by year five, an equity gain that can outpace many higher-yield markets. Ziffy Mortgage finances appreciation-play assets via DSCR (0.86) without U.S. credit history; structure with a larger down payment to optimise coverage. Total projected return: $150,564.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 4.6% | 4.8% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(1,643) | $1,200 |
City averages based on Marblehead market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $2,611 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $3,986 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.66x |
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 1935
5,575 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 01945, Marblehead, MA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 8,975 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 6,644 (74.0%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 1,712 (19.1%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 619 ( 6.9%) |
| Median Home Value | $959,132 |
| Average Home Value | $1,107,514 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
8,778
Single Family
8,126
Multi-Family
652
Businesses
936



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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 1935
5,575 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 01945, Marblehead, MA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 8,975 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 6,644 (74.0%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 1,712 (19.1%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 619 ( 6.9%) |
| Median Home Value | $959,132 |
| Average Home Value | $1,107,514 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
8,778
Single Family
8,126
Multi-Family
652
Businesses
936
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Listed by: Lise Danforth • Coldwell Banker Realty - Marblehead
Mls Name: MLS PIN
Mls ID: #73410616








