22 Hillside AveMelroseMA02176



INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayMarkets with strong demand fundamentals often produce low-yield, high-appreciation assets. 22 Hillside Ave, Melrose, MA, 02176 in Melrose fits: $1,299,000, 4.32% gross yield, and a projected 5% annual appreciation rate adding $358,890 in value within five years. Rental yield 4.32%. The narrow rent-to-debt spread is the trade-off for market growth. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR loan (0.80) finances non-U.S. buyers without personal income documentation; optimise coverage with a 30–35% down payment. $11,964/yr in principal paydown and $358,890 in appreciation project a total return of $267,258.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 4.3% | 6.0% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(3,511) | $1,200 |
City averages based on Melrose market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $4,676 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $7,671 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.61x |
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 1880
8,677 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 02176, Melrose, MA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 12,677 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 7,802 (61.5%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 4,389 (34.6%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 486 ( 3.8%) |
| Median Home Value | $854,921 |
| Average Home Value | $937,328 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
12,344
Single Family
8,744
Multi-Family
3,600
Businesses
665



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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 1880
8,677 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 02176, Melrose, MA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 12,677 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 7,802 (61.5%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 4,389 (34.6%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 486 ( 3.8%) |
| Median Home Value | $854,921 |
| Average Home Value | $937,328 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
12,344
Single Family
8,744
Multi-Family
3,600
Businesses
665
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Listed by: Diane Basemera • Coldwell Banker Realty - Newton
Mls Name: MLS PIN
Mls ID: #73404433








