539 Sumner St #BEast BostonMA02128
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation Play539 Sumner St #B, East Boston, MA, 02128 in East Boston is priced for appreciation, not yield. Rental yield 5.42%. At $1,200,000 with a 5.42% gross yield, the monthly income is modest, but 5% annual price growth is projected to add $331,538 in value over five years, making equity the primary return driver. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage (1.00) 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: $317,669.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 5.4% | 5.1% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(2,543) | $1,500 |
City averages based on East Boston market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $5,420 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $7,086 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.76x |
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 2013
N/A lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 02128, Boston, MA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 19,400 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 4,756 (24.5%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 12,784 (65.9%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,860 ( 9.6%) |
| Median Home Value | $766,192 |
| Average Home Value | $826,123 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
17,476
Single Family
8,803
Multi-Family
8,673
Businesses
1,148
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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 2013
N/A lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 02128, Boston, MA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 19,400 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 4,756 (24.5%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 12,784 (65.9%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,860 ( 9.6%) |
| Median Home Value | $766,192 |
| Average Home Value | $826,123 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
17,476
Single Family
8,803
Multi-Family
8,673
Businesses
1,148
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
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Mls Name: MLS PIN
Mls ID: #73493360