519 Shawmut Ave #2BostonMA02118
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation Play519 Shawmut Ave #2, Boston, MA, 02118 in Boston is priced for appreciation, not yield. Rental yield 4.47%. At $1,990,000 with a 4.47% gross yield, the monthly income is modest, but 5% annual price growth is projected to add $549,800 in value over five years, making equity the primary return driver. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage (0.83) 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: $398,164.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 4.5% | 4.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(5,586) | $1,850 |
City averages based on Boston market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $7,420 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $12,214 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.61x |
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 2015
N/A lot
$N/A/sqft
$463 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 2015
N/A lot
$N/A/sqft
$463 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
Listed by: Eric Tam • Compass
Mls Name: MLS PIN
Mls ID: #73339096
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