1-bedroom flat · CO2 8GT
To rentListed 579 days · slow let
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About
*students 2026* A stylish and well presented one bedroom apartment located on Quayside Drive.
Perfect for a single occupant or student seeking privacy, this apartment offers a spacious double bedroom, a modern bathroom, and a bright open plan living and kitchen area.
Finished to a high standard, the property combines comfort, convenience, and contemporary design.
Key Features: Spacious double bedroom with storage Modern bathroom with contemporary fittings Open plan kitchen and living area Fully equipped kitchen with appliances Excellent natural light throughout Secure entry and well maintained building Close to local shops, cafés, transport links, and university routes Location: Situated on Quayside Drive, this apartment provides convenient access to public transport and essential amenities, making it ideal for students or professionals.
Rent & Terms: Available for the 2026 2027 academic year
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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About 417, Quayside Drive, Colchester
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