1-bedroom flat · WC2H 8JL
To rentListed 41 days · slow let
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About
Tenure: Leasehold Located in the heart of the city, this recently redecorated one-bedroom apartment offers a peaceful and comfortable home in the vibrant surroundings of Covent Garden.
Spanning approximately 469 sq ft, the property provides a well-proportioned open planned living and kitchen space ideal for a single occupant or professional couple.
Its central location makes it particularly well suited to those looking to enjoy everything the city has to offer while keeping the daily commute to a minimum.
The property is exceptionally well connected, with a wealth of bus routes and several Underground stations within easy reach, including Tottenham Court Road, Leicester Square, Chancery Lane and Holborn, making travel across London both convenient and straightforward.
A particularly appealing feature is the rare communal outdoor space, providing residents with a welcome opportunity to enjoy some fresh air and a little tranquility away from the bustle of the city.
Property offered unfurnished and available from 6 November 2026.
Value & comps
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Returns
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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.
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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.
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