3 Bernard Ln #3ChelmsfordMA01824
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayThe investment thesis at 3 Bernard Ln #3, Chelmsford, MA, 01824 in Chelmsford is capital appreciation. Rental yield 4.78%. The 4.78% gross yield at $799,000 falls below cash-flow thresholds, but 5% annual value growth is forecast to deliver $220,749 in additional equity by year five, an equity gain that can outpace many higher-yield markets. Ziffy Mortgage finances appreciation-play assets via DSCR (0.89) without U.S. credit history; structure with a larger down payment to optimise coverage. Total projected return: $183,915.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 4.8% | 5.0% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(1,856) | $850 |
City averages based on Chelmsford market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $3,180 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $4,718 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.67x |
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.
Townhouse
Built in 2021
N/A lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 01824, Chelmsford, MA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 10,880 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 8,387 (77.1%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 2,006 (18.4%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 487 ( 4.5%) |
| Median Home Value | $654,495 |
| Average Home Value | $688,979 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
10,528
Single Family
8,496
Multi-Family
2,032
Businesses
1,088
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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
Townhouse
Built in 2021
N/A lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 01824, Chelmsford, MA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 10,880 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 8,387 (77.1%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 2,006 (18.4%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 487 ( 4.5%) |
| Median Home Value | $654,495 |
| Average Home Value | $688,979 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
10,528
Single Family
8,496
Multi-Family
2,032
Businesses
1,088
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: N/A • N/A
Mls Name: MLS PIN
Mls ID: #73491315