581 California StNewtonMA02460



INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayNot all U.S. investment properties are valued for current income. 581 California St, Newton, MA, 02460 in Newton at $1,599,000, 4.05% gross yield, is a market-growth asset. Rental yield 4.05%. The $5,397/mo rent partially funds the $7,190/mo debt service; the core return is the 5%/yr price growth projected to add $441,774 over five years. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage (0.75) provides financing for foreign nationals without domestic income checks. A 30–35% down payment often produces the cleanest coverage for low-yield properties. Total five-year return: $305,902.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 4.1% | 5.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(4,681) | $700 |
City averages based on Newton market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $5,397 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $9,442 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.57x |
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 1952
10,201 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 02460, Newtonville, MA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 3,825 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 2,230 (58.3%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 1,378 (36.0%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 217 ( 5.7%) |
| Median Home Value | $1,228,134 |
| Average Home Value | $1,345,865 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
3,834
Single Family
3,092
Multi-Family
742
Businesses
388



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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 1952
10,201 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 02460, Newtonville, MA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 3,825 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 2,230 (58.3%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 1,378 (36.0%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 217 ( 5.7%) |
| Median Home Value | $1,228,134 |
| Average Home Value | $1,345,865 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
3,834
Single Family
3,092
Multi-Family
742
Businesses
388
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Listed by: Kerry D'Ambroise • Columbus and Over Group, LLC
Mls Name: MLS PIN
Mls ID: #73394173








