1-bedroom flat · NN1 2EA
Sold STCListed 62 daysAuction 23 Sep · ended
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For sale by auction on Wednesday, 23 Sep 2026 at 11:00 Venue: Livestream A modern one-bedroom first-floor apartment offered with a tenant in situ, providing an attractive high-yielding investment in the heart of Northampton town centre.
The property is currently let at £825 pcm / £9,900 pa, equating to approximately 16.5% gross yield at £60,000.
Estimated market rent is around £900 pcm / £10,800 pa, offering potential for future rental growth and an approximate 18% gross yield at £60,000 (subject to the tenancy and relevant legislation) Presented in very good condition, the apartment benefits from a refitted kitchen with integrated appliances, high ceilings and bright open-plan living accommodation.
The property is in modern condition & sits at just under 400 sq ft with large bright windows in the living area.
Conveniently located for shops, restaurants, Northampton Bus Station and Railway Station, the property is ideally suited to buy-to-let investors, portfolio landlords and first-time investors seeking a strong-yielding town-centre investment.
Accommodation entrance hall bedroom Two UPVC double glazed windows to front elevation, downlights to double bed, storage cupboards, electric radiator bathroom Bathtub with mixer, pedestal wash hand basin, low level WC.
Open plan living & kitchen area Refitted kitchen with built in appliances, fridge and washing machine, electric radiator.
Living area comprises of three large windows to front elevation, open plan lounge area. Services Main water, drainaige & electrics are connected. Orchard block management are managing agents.
Lease details / service charge / ground rent 125 Years from 2003 - 102 years remaining Service charge is £2,400 per year Ground rent is £100 per year rental income The property is currently let for £825pcm / £9,900 per year & has the potential to increase to £900pcm / £10,800 per year EPC Rating: 72 Additional Fees Buyers Premium: The purchaser will be required to pay a buyers premium charge of £1,500 ex VAT (£1,800 inc VAT).
Administration Charge - The purchaser will be required to pay a buyers admin charge of £1,000 ex VAT (£1,200 inc VAT).
Please see the legal pack for any disbursements listed that may become payable by the purchaser on completion.
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Additional Fees Information Please be aware there may be additional fees payable on top of the final sale price.
This includes and are not limited to administration charges and buyer's premium fees payable on exchange, and disbursements payable on completion.
Please ensure you check the property information page for a list of any relevant additional fees as well as reading the legal pack for any disbursements.
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