3 Forest StNewtonMA02461
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayMarkets with strong demand fundamentals often produce low-yield, high-appreciation assets. 3 Forest St, Newton, MA, 02461 in Newton fits: $1,549,000, 5.27% gross yield, and a projected 5% annual appreciation rate adding $427,960 in value within five years. Rental yield 5.27%. The narrow rent-to-debt spread is the trade-off for market growth. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR loan (0.98) finances non-U.S. buyers without personal income documentation; optimise coverage with a 30–35% down payment. $14,266/yr in principal paydown and $427,960 in appreciation project a total return of $397,975.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 5.3% | 5.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(2,955) | $700 |
City averages based on Newton market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $6,808 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $9,147 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.74x |
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
6,851 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 02461, Newton Highlands, MA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 2,630 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 1,827 (69.5%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 676 (25.7%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 127 ( 4.8%) |
| Median Home Value | $1,330,029 |
| Average Home Value | $1,391,180 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
2,796
Single Family
2,414
Multi-Family
382
Businesses
352
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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
6,851 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 02461, Newton Highlands, MA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 2,630 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 1,827 (69.5%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 676 (25.7%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 127 ( 4.8%) |
| Median Home Value | $1,330,029 |
| Average Home Value | $1,391,180 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
2,796
Single Family
2,414
Multi-Family
382
Businesses
352
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Simon Gray • Coldwell Banker Realty - Newton
Mls Name: MLS PIN
Mls ID: #73476917