331 Shawmut Ave #1BostonMA02118
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayMarkets with strong demand fundamentals often produce low-yield, high-appreciation assets. 331 Shawmut Ave #1, Boston, MA, 02118 in Boston fits: $1,950,000, 4.79% gross yield, and a projected 5% annual appreciation rate adding $538,749 in value within five years. Rental yield 4.79%. The narrow rent-to-debt spread is the trade-off for market growth. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR loan (0.89) finances non-U.S. buyers without personal income documentation; optimise coverage with a 30–35% down payment. $17,960/yr in principal paydown and $538,749 in appreciation project a total return of $408,717.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 4.8% | 4.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(5,201) | $1,850 |
City averages based on Boston market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $7,789 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $12,215 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.64x |
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 1880
1,698 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
$700 monthly HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 02118, Boston, MA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 16,315 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 4,206 (25.8%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 10,816 (66.3%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,293 ( 7.9%) |
| Median Home Value | $1,248,113 |
| Average Home Value | $1,364,634 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
14,717
Single Family
1,682
Multi-Family
13,035
Businesses
1,262
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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 1880
1,698 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
$700 monthly HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 02118, Boston, MA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 16,315 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 4,206 (25.8%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 10,816 (66.3%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,293 ( 7.9%) |
| Median Home Value | $1,248,113 |
| Average Home Value | $1,364,634 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
14,717
Single Family
1,682
Multi-Family
13,035
Businesses
1,262
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices