77 Forest StWatertownMA02472
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation Play77 Forest St, Watertown, MA, 02472 in Watertown is priced for appreciation, not yield. Rental yield 3.92%. At $299,500 with a 3.92% gross yield, the monthly income is modest, but 5% annual price growth is projected to add $82,746 in value over five years, making equity the primary return driver. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage (0.73) 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: $55,196.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 3.9% | 5.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(910) | $1,200 |
City averages based on Watertown market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $978 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $1,769 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.55x |
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 1930
724 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 02472, Watertown, MA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 17,617 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 7,572 (43.0%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 9,093 (51.6%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 952 ( 5.4%) |
| Median Home Value | $870,411 |
| Average Home Value | $952,094 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
16,998
Single Family
12,161
Multi-Family
4,837
Businesses
1,213
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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 1930
724 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 02472, Watertown, MA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 17,617 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 7,572 (43.0%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 9,093 (51.6%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 952 ( 5.4%) |
| Median Home Value | $870,411 |
| Average Home Value | $952,094 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
16,998
Single Family
12,161
Multi-Family
4,837
Businesses
1,213
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: N/A • N/A
Mls Name: MLS PIN
Mls ID: #73487258