12 Bowdoin Ave #4DorchesterMA02121
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Steady Equity BuilderFor first-time U.S. investors or those diversifying conservatively, 12 Bowdoin Ave #4, Dorchester, MA, 02121 in Dorchester offers a clean, manageable entry. Rental yield 7.55%. DSCR 1.40 qualifies for Ziffy Mortgage's no-W2 mortgage for non-U.S. residents. Long-term: 5% annual appreciation projects $207,211 in additional property value over five years, with $6,908/yr in principal equity building ownership stake. Total projected cumulative return: $284,140.
| This Property | National Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 7.6% | 6.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(367) | $180 |
National averages based on 2024–2025 U.S. residential rental market data. Content is user-generated and unverified.
DSCR Rental Loan Qualification
Qualifies using the property's rental income, not your personal income.
- ✓No W-2, pay stubs, or tax returns needed
- ✓Rental income qualifies you
- ✓Built for real estate investors
| Monthly Rental Income | $4,717 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $4,429 |
| DSCR Ratio | 1.07x |
Ziffy Mortgage: Your DSCR most likely meets our 1.0+ requirement, so you'll most probably qualify for our standard DSCR investment loan program. To pre-qualify, 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.
Condo
Built in 2022
N/A lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 02121, Boston, MA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 11,002 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 2,345 (21.3%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 7,947 (72.2%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 710 ( 6.5%) |
| Median Home Value | $687,999 |
| Average Home Value | $709,643 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
9,452
Single Family
3,449
Multi-Family
6,003
Businesses
402
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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
Condo
Built in 2022
N/A lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 02121, Boston, MA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 11,002 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 2,345 (21.3%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 7,947 (72.2%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 710 ( 6.5%) |
| Median Home Value | $687,999 |
| Average Home Value | $709,643 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
9,452
Single Family
3,449
Multi-Family
6,003
Businesses
402
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
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Mls Name: MLS PIN
Mls ID: #73538809