289 Chelsea StEast BostonMA02128
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation Play289 Chelsea St, East Boston, MA, 02128 in East Boston is priced for appreciation, not yield. Rental yield 2.62%. At $999,000 with a 2.62% gross yield, the monthly income is modest, but 5% annual price growth is projected to add $276,005 in value over five years, making equity the primary return driver. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage (0.49) 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: $114,566.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 2.6% | 5.1% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(4,115) | $1,500 |
City averages based on East Boston market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $2,182 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $5,899 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.37x |
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 1918
1,375 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 02128, Boston, MA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 19,400 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 4,756 (24.5%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 12,784 (65.9%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,860 ( 9.6%) |
| Median Home Value | $766,192 |
| Average Home Value | $826,123 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
17,476
Single Family
8,803
Multi-Family
8,673
Businesses
1,148
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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 1918
1,375 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 02128, Boston, MA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 19,400 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 4,756 (24.5%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 12,784 (65.9%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,860 ( 9.6%) |
| Median Home Value | $766,192 |
| Average Home Value | $826,123 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
17,476
Single Family
8,803
Multi-Family
8,673
Businesses
1,148
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Saul Perlera • Perlera Real Estate
Mls Name: MLS PIN
Mls ID: #73460798