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See how verdicts work5-bedroom semi-detached house · SN1 3NS
For saleListed 497 days
Opportunity summary
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About
This is a rare chance to acquire a fully licensed, income-producing HMO in Old Town, Swindon.
Located on Ashford Road, the property is just minutes from a full suite of local amenities, including shops, restaurants, cafes, and key commuter routes such as the A419 and M4.
Property Highlights: - Five double rooms, with ensuite – Strong tenant appeal, minimal voids. - Modern Fitted Kitchen – Ample storage, well-maintained appliances.
- Communal Sitting/Dining Area – Enhances tenant satisfaction and retention. - South-Facing Rear Garden – Low-maintenance, includes patio and lawned area.
- Gas Central Heating & PVCu Double Glazing – Efficient and cost-effective. Financial Overview: - Fully Let – Generating approx. £43,000 per annum. - 10% Gross Yield – With scope for rent uplift.
This is a proven performer in a high-demand rental location, offering both immediate cash flow and long-term capital growth potential.
Ideal for hands-off investors or portfolio builders looking to acquire in a strong, resilient rental market.
Value & comps
No previous sales on record.
Returns
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Archie refurb estimate: a Pro feature
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Deal
Properties like this can earn 2–3x BTL yields when converted to HMO, with retrofit costs around £10k/room. Sign in to see the full tier, yield projection, and cost breakdown.
Commercial properties like this can earn 30-50% higher yields when converted to residential under Class MA / Q / P / PA, with prior approval costing ~GBP 96/unit. Sign in to see the recommended route, yield uplift, and cost breakdown.
BRRR-suited properties can recycle 80-100% of investor capital on refi, leaving a high-yielding rental with most of the money out. Sign in to see the refurb cost stack, ARV projection, and refinance maths.
Detached + large garden = sub-division play. Pro tier unlocks the tier badge, plot size, uplift estimate, and regional land benchmark.
Short-lease flats trade at deep discount, but extending under the 1993 Act often costs far less than the discount. Pro tier unlocks the tier badge, premium breakdown, long-lease ARV and arbitrage maths.
See projected short-stay revenue vs a vanilla BTL for this property.
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