78 Howitt RdWest RoxburyMA02132
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation Play78 Howitt Rd, West Roxbury, MA, 02132 in West Roxbury is priced for appreciation, not yield. Rental yield 4.28%. At $1,199,000 with a 4.28% gross yield, the monthly income is modest, but 5% annual price growth is projected to add $331,262 in value over five years, making equity the primary return driver. Ziffy Mortgage's DSCR mortgage (0.79) 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: $243,948.
| This Property | City Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 4.3% | 5.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(3,284) | $650 |
City averages based on West Roxbury market data in our database. Property projections are estimates.
DSCR Loan Qualification
| Monthly Rental Income | $4,273 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $7,080 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.60x |
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 1935
5,600 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 02132, West Roxbury, MA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 12,035 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 7,771 (64.6%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 3,610 (30.0%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 654 ( 5.4%) |
| Median Home Value | $764,136 |
| Average Home Value | $804,012 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
11,861
Single Family
9,173
Multi-Family
2,688
Businesses
655
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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 1935
5,600 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 02132, West Roxbury, MA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 12,035 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 7,771 (64.6%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 3,610 (30.0%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 654 ( 5.4%) |
| Median Home Value | $764,136 |
| Average Home Value | $804,012 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
11,861
Single Family
9,173
Multi-Family
2,688
Businesses
655
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Souzan Davood Team • Coldwell Banker Realty - Newton
Mls Name: MLS PIN
Mls ID: #73472162