216-220 Newtonville Ave #218NewtonMA02458
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayMarkets with strong demand fundamentals often produce low-yield, high-appreciation assets. 216-220 Newtonville Ave #218, Newton, MA, 02458 in Newton fits: $995,000, 5.37% gross yield, and a projected 5% annual appreciation rate adding $274,900 in value within five years. Rental yield 5.37%. The narrow rent-to-debt spread is the trade-off for market growth. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR loan (1.00) finances non-U.S. buyers without personal income documentation; optimise coverage with a 30–35% down payment. $9,164/yr in principal paydown and $274,900 in appreciation project a total return of $260,780.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 5.4% | 5.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(2,035) | $700 |
City averages based on Newton market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $4,453 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $5,875 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.76x |
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 1905
7,624 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 02458, Newton, MA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 5,609 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 2,853 (50.9%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 2,349 (41.9%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 407 ( 7.3%) |
| Median Home Value | $1,219,833 |
| Average Home Value | $1,320,207 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
5,236
Single Family
4,490
Multi-Family
746
Businesses
528
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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 1905
7,624 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 02458, Newton, MA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 5,609 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 2,853 (50.9%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 2,349 (41.9%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 407 ( 7.3%) |
| Median Home Value | $1,219,833 |
| Average Home Value | $1,320,207 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
5,236
Single Family
4,490
Multi-Family
746
Businesses
528
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Nancy McAuliffe • Compass
Mls Name: MLS PIN
Mls ID: #73478172