569 Franklin St APT 3MelroseMA02176
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Steady Equity Builder569 Franklin St APT 3, Melrose, MA, 02176 in Melrose earns a respectable 7.8% gross yield at $569,000, but after the $2,559/mo mortgage the net cash flow is $111/mo, a tight but positive spread. Expense discipline (vacancy, management, maintenance) will determine whether the margin widens. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage (1.44) still qualifies on property income; a larger down payment can improve the cash-flow buffer. Long-term, 5% appreciation projects $157,204 over five years, making equity the dominant return driver. Total projected return: $223,133.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 7.8% | 6.0% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $111 | $1,200 |
City averages based on Melrose market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $3,697 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $3,360 |
| DSCR Ratio | 1.10x |
Ziffy Mortgage: Your DSCR most likely meets our 1.0+ requirement, so you'll most probably qualify for our standard DSCR investment loan program. To pre-qualify, 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 1910
N/A lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 02176, Melrose, MA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 12,677 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 7,802 (61.5%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 4,389 (34.6%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 486 ( 3.8%) |
| Median Home Value | $854,921 |
| Average Home Value | $937,328 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
12,344
Single Family
8,744
Multi-Family
3,600
Businesses
665
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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 1910
N/A lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 02176, Melrose, MA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 12,677 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 7,802 (61.5%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 4,389 (34.6%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 486 ( 3.8%) |
| Median Home Value | $854,921 |
| Average Home Value | $937,328 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
12,344
Single Family
8,744
Multi-Family
3,600
Businesses
665
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Domingo Medina • Coldwell Banker Realty - Lexington
Mls Name: MLS PIN
Mls ID: #73432854