2-bedroom flat · CO2 8XZ
For saleReduced £10k (−6.3%) on 21 JunListed 232 days
Opportunity summary
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About
Situated on Ballantyne Drive, this leasehold apartment in Colchester offers an attractive opportunity for investors seeking steady rental income.
With a tenant secured until September 2026 and a notable 9.3% rental yield, it presents a solid investment in a thriving area.
The apartment includes two bedrooms, each complemented by its own bathroom facilities, including an en-suite shower room.
The property is conveniently located close to the university, making it an ideal choice for students or academic professionals.
The fitted kitchen comes equipped with white goods, providing immediate functionality for occupants. A private balcony adds an outdoor space for relaxation or study breaks.
Colchester offers a rich historical backdrop combined with modern amenities, making it an appealing location for residents.
Its close proximity to educational institutions and local transport links further enhances its desirability.
This property represents a rare chance to secure an affordable investment with promising returns in a sought-after area.
With high demand for properties in this location, act quickly to secure this opportunity before it's gone
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.
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.
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About 85, Ballantyne Drive, Colchester
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