49 Kensington AveNorthamptonMA01060
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation Play49 Kensington Ave, Northampton, MA, 01060 in Northampton is priced for appreciation, not yield. Rental yield 5.44%. At $898,000 with a 5.44% gross yield, the monthly income is modest, but 5% annual price growth is projected to add $248,101 in value over five years, making equity the primary return driver. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage (1.01) can still finance this property for non-U.S. residents; a 30–35% down payment typically produces the cleanest underwriting for appreciation-focused assets. Total projected cumulative return: $238,648.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 5.4% | 5.8% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(1,590) | $700 |
City averages based on Northampton market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $4,070 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $5,303 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.77x |
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 1897
5,162 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 01060, Northampton, MA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 7,958 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 3,179 (39.9%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 4,163 (52.3%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 616 ( 7.7%) |
| Median Home Value | $555,427 |
| Average Home Value | $592,032 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
7,580
Single Family
5,430
Multi-Family
2,150
Businesses
1,227
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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 1897
5,162 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 01060, Northampton, MA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 7,958 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 3,179 (39.9%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 4,163 (52.3%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 616 ( 7.7%) |
| Median Home Value | $555,427 |
| Average Home Value | $592,032 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
7,580
Single Family
5,430
Multi-Family
2,150
Businesses
1,227
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Julie B. Held • Delap Real Estate LLC
Mls Name: MLS PIN
Mls ID: #73445958