12 Franklin AveWestfieldMA01085
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayGlobal investors willing to prioritise equity over near-term yield will find 12 Franklin Ave, Westfield, MA, 01085 in Westfield worth study. Rental yield 2.21%. The 2.21% gross yield is below cash-flow benchmarks at $800,000, but 5% annual appreciation, adding $221,025 over five years, frames this as a capital growth position. Rent of $1,471/mo partially offsets the $3,597/mo payment. Ziffy Mortgage finances appreciation-play properties (0.41 DSCR) for non-U.S. residents without domestic income documentation; a 30–35% down payment maximises coverage. Total projected return: $73,975.
| This Property | National Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 2.2% | 6.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(3,571) | $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 | $1,471 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $4,724 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.31x |
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.
Multi Family
Built in 1890
8,712 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 01085, Westfield, MA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 17,388 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 11,178 (64.3%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 5,229 (30.1%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 981 ( 5.6%) |
| Median Home Value | $354,538 |
| Average Home Value | $397,530 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
16,524
Single Family
14,486
Multi-Family
2,038
Businesses
1,051
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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
Multi Family
Built in 1890
8,712 sqft lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 01085, Westfield, MA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 17,388 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 11,178 (64.3%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 5,229 (30.1%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 981 ( 5.6%) |
| Median Home Value | $354,538 |
| Average Home Value | $397,530 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
16,524
Single Family
14,486
Multi-Family
2,038
Businesses
1,051
Nearby investment properties with comparable rents
Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
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Mls Name: MLS PIN
Mls ID: #73536486