511 Lexington StWalthamMA02452
INVESTMENT ANALYSIS
Investment Verdict
Appreciation PlayThe investment thesis at 511 Lexington St, Waltham, MA, 02452 in Waltham is capital appreciation. Rental yield 4.62%. The 4.62% gross yield at $1,095,000 falls below cash-flow thresholds, but 5% annual value growth is forecast to deliver $302,528 in additional equity by year five, an equity gain that can outpace many higher-yield markets. Ziffy Mortgage finances appreciation-play assets via DSCR (0.86) without U.S. credit history; structure with a larger down payment to optimise coverage. Total projected return: $242,905.
| This Property | National Avg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross Rental Yield | 4.6% | 6.2% |
| Monthly Cash Flow | $(2,686) | $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 | $4,216 |
| Total Monthly Debt Service | $6,466 |
| DSCR Ratio | 0.65x |
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 1940
0.29 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 02452, Waltham, MA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 5,229 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 2,813 (53.8%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 2,140 (40.9%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 276 ( 5.3%) |
| Median Home Value | $834,778 |
| Average Home Value | $895,757 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
5,369
Single Family
3,522
Multi-Family
1,847
Businesses
411
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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 1940
0.29 Acres lot
$N/A/sqft
No HOA
Neighborhood Data
Neighborhood data shown for ZIP Code: 02452, Waltham, MA area.
Housing Distribution
Housing Statistics
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Total HU (Housing Units) | 5,229 (100%) |
| Owner Occupied HU | 2,813 (53.8%) |
| Renter Occupied HU | 2,140 (40.9%) |
| Vacant Housing Units | 276 ( 5.3%) |
| Median Home Value | $834,778 |
| Average Home Value | $895,757 |
Housing Distribution
Address Breakdown
Residential
5,369
Single Family
3,522
Multi-Family
1,847
Businesses
411
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Nearby investment properties with comparable prices
Listed by: Turana Ismayilova • Keller Williams Realty
Mls Name: MLS PIN
Mls ID: #73421681