78 Bird StNeedhamMA02492
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayNot all U.S. investment properties are valued for current income. 78 Bird St, Needham, MA, 02492 in Needham at $1,599,000, 5.07% gross yield, is a market-growth asset. Rental yield 5.07%. The $6,756/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 (0.94) 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: $393,346.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 5.1% | 5.3% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(3,322) | $350 |
City averages based on Needham market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $6,756 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $9,442 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.72x |
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
0.27 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 02492, Needham, MA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 7,404 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 6,183 (83.5%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 999 (13.5%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 222 ( 3.0%) |
| Median Home Value | $1,301,007 |
| Average Home Value | $1,338,050 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
7,513
Single Family
6,701
Multi-Family
812
Businesses
677
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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
0.27 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 02492, Needham, MA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 7,404 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 6,183 (83.5%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 999 (13.5%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 222 ( 3.0%) |
| Median Home Value | $1,301,007 |
| Average Home Value | $1,338,050 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
7,513
Single Family
6,701
Multi-Family
812
Businesses
677
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Jacqueline Sandler • Louise Condon Realty
Mls Name: MLS PIN
Mls ID: #73363727
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