290 W 5th St #2South BostonMA02127
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Steady Equity BuilderRental yield 7.06%. No single metric is exceptional, but the combination offers a durable, low-volatility return profile suitable for risk-conscious global investors. Ziffy Mortgage's mortgage qualifies on DSCR alone, no U.S. credit history required. Five-year appreciation adds $235,198, and $7,841/yr in principal equity projects total return of $288,845.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 7.1% | 5.1% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(548) | $750 |
City averages based on South Boston market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $5,008 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $5,217 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.96x |
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
1,176 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
$190 monthly HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 02127, Boston, MA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 20,088 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 7,344 (36.6%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 11,151 (55.5%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,593 ( 7.9%) |
| Median Home Value | $903,895 |
| Average Home Value | $1,006,382 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
17,995
Single Family
8,126
Multi-Family
9,869
Businesses
930
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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
1,176 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
$190 monthly HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 02127, Boston, MA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 20,088 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 7,344 (36.6%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 11,151 (55.5%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,593 ( 7.9%) |
| Median Home Value | $903,895 |
| Average Home Value | $1,006,382 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
17,995
Single Family
8,126
Multi-Family
9,869
Businesses
930
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
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