40 Knowles RdWatertownMA02472



INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayInvestors who prioritise long-run asset value over immediate income should consider 40 Knowles Rd, Watertown, MA, 02472 in Watertown. Rental yield 3.24%. At $1,695,000 with 3.24% gross yield, current distributions are modest, but the 5% appreciation rate projects $468,297 in new equity by year five, complemented by $15,611/yr in principal paydown. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR loan (0.60) allows non-U.S. residents to acquire without W-2s or domestic credit. Total projected five-year cumulative return: $250,198.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 3.2% | 5.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(6,113) | $1,200 |
City averages based on Watertown market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $4,571 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $10,009 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.46x |
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 2014
5,000 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 02472, Watertown, MA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 17,617 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 7,572 (43.0%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 9,093 (51.6%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 952 ( 5.4%) |
| Median Home Value | $870,411 |
| Average Home Value | $952,094 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
16,998
Single Family
12,161
Multi-Family
4,837
Businesses
1,213



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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 2014
5,000 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 02472, Watertown, MA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 17,617 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 7,572 (43.0%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 9,093 (51.6%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 952 ( 5.4%) |
| Median Home Value | $870,411 |
| Average Home Value | $952,094 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
16,998
Single Family
12,161
Multi-Family
4,837
Businesses
1,213
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Listed by: Madison West • Coldwell Banker Realty - Andovers/Readings Regional
Mls Name: MLS PIN
Mls ID: #73475191








