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See how verdicts work2-bedroom flat · AB15 4UL
For saleListed 3 daysAuction 26 Nov · in 31 days
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About
Two bedroom self contained flat Forest Avenue in Aberdeen’s West end close to amenities and transport links.
The accommodation comprises an entrance vestibule, lounge with a bespoke bookshelf and a storage solutions, off the lounge is a kitchen with a range of wall and base units, the property has two large bedrooms with an abundance of natural light flooding in and modern shower room.
Externally the property benefits from gardens at both elevations and a storage shed. This property would make a superb first time buy or for a place for a downsizer.
Given the close proximity to the city centre this will appeal to serviced accommodation providers with similar sized properties in the area achieving between £180-£200 per night.
This is a very exciting property with an attractive £45,000 discount on the home report value. To ensure you do not miss out on this opportunity early expression of interest is highly recommended.
Council Tax Band E.
Forest Avenue lies within the city’s west end and enjoys easy access to the city centre which is only some 5 minutes’ drive from the property and many local shops are only a short walk away.
Enjoying easy access to Anderson Drive, therefore to the business centres to the north and south of the city and Aberdeen Airport, the hospital complex is also only some 5 minutes’ drive from the property.
Regular public transport to many parts of the city is readily available.
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Value & comps
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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.
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