401 Albemarle Rd Unit 2NewtonMA02460
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayGlobal investors willing to prioritise equity over near-term yield will find 401 Albemarle Rd Unit 2, Newton, MA, 02460 in Newton worth study. Rental yield 3.98%. The 3.98% gross yield is below cash-flow benchmarks at $1,595,000, but 5% annual appreciation, adding $440,669 over five years, frames this as a capital growth position. Rent of $5,290/mo partially offsets the $7,172/mo payment. Ziffy Mortgage finances appreciation-play properties (0.74 DSCR) for non-U.S. residents without domestic income documentation; a 30–35% down payment maximises coverage. Total projected return: $299,080.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 4% | 5.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(4,763) | $700 |
City averages based on Newton market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $5,290 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $9,418 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.56x |
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 2020
8,035 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 02460, Newtonville, MA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 3,825 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 2,230 (58.3%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 1,378 (36.0%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 217 ( 5.7%) |
| Median Home Value | $1,228,134 |
| Average Home Value | $1,345,865 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
3,834
Single Family
3,092
Multi-Family
742
Businesses
388
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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 2020
8,035 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 02460, Newtonville, MA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 3,825 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 2,230 (58.3%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 1,378 (36.0%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 217 ( 5.7%) |
| Median Home Value | $1,228,134 |
| Average Home Value | $1,345,865 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
3,834
Single Family
3,092
Multi-Family
742
Businesses
388
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Maureen Kelly Fromm • RE/MAX Preferred Properties
Mls Name: MLS PIN
Mls ID: #73476102