57 Wave AveWakefieldMA01880



INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation Play57 Wave Ave, Wakefield, MA, 01880 in Wakefield is priced for appreciation, not yield. Rental yield 4.78%. At $989,000 with a 4.78% gross yield, the monthly income is modest, but 5% annual price growth is projected to add $273,242 in value over five years, making equity the primary return driver. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage (0.89) 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: $228,162.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 4.8% | 6.0% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(2,290) | $450 |
City averages based on Wakefield market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $3,943 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $5,840 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.68x |
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.
Multi Family
Built in 1897
0.25 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 01880, Wakefield, MA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 11,722 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 7,861 (67.1%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 3,361 (28.7%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 500 ( 4.3%) |
| Median Home Value | $739,351 |
| Average Home Value | $784,333 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
11,280
Single Family
8,920
Multi-Family
2,360
Businesses
1,330



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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


Multi Family
Built in 1897
0.25 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 01880, Wakefield, MA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 11,722 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 7,861 (67.1%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 3,361 (28.7%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 500 ( 4.3%) |
| Median Home Value | $739,351 |
| Average Home Value | $784,333 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
11,280
Single Family
8,920
Multi-Family
2,360
Businesses
1,330
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Mls Name: MLS PIN
Mls ID: #73482955








