253 Sommerfield AvenueS BurlingtonVT05403
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation Play253 Sommerfield Avenue, S Burlington, VT, 05403 in S Burlington is priced for appreciation, not yield. Rental yield 5.2%. At $785,000 with a 5.2% gross yield, the monthly income is modest, but 5% annual price growth is projected to add $216,881 in value over five years, making equity the primary return driver. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage (0.96) can still finance this property for non-U.S. residents; a 30–35% down payment typically produces the cleanest underwriting for appreciation-focused assets. Total projected cumulative return: $181,970.
| This Property | National Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 5.2% | 6.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(2,097) | $180 |
National averages based on 2024–2025 U.S. residential rental market data. Content is user-generated and unverified.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $3,400 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $4,910 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.69x |
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 2019
N/A lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 05403, South Burlington, VT area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 10,165 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 6,095 (60.0%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 3,434 (33.8%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 636 ( 6.3%) |
| Median Home Value | $490,417 |
| Average Home Value | $520,256 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
10,002
Single Family
7,760
Multi-Family
2,242
Businesses
1,098
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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 2019
N/A lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 05403, South Burlington, VT area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 10,165 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 6,095 (60.0%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 3,434 (33.8%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 636 ( 6.3%) |
| Median Home Value | $490,417 |
| Average Home Value | $520,256 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
10,002
Single Family
7,760
Multi-Family
2,242
Businesses
1,098
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: The Malley Group • KW Vermont
Mls Name: PrimeMLS
Mls ID: #5047118