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See how verdicts work3-bedroom flat · CR0 1EB
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About
Spacious 3-Bedroom Flat with Private Garden and Cellar – Fantastic Investment or Renovation Opportunity Located on the desirable Friends Road in Croydon, this generously sized three-bedroom flat offers over 1,000 sq.
Ft.of accommodation and excellent potential to add value. The property comprises a large reception room, a separate kitchen, and three well-proportioned bedrooms.
While the flat would benefit from some modernisation, it presents a superb opportunity for buyers looking to put their own stamp on a property or investors seeking a refurbishment project.
Further benefits include a privatel rear garden, ideal for relaxing or entertaining, and a private cellar, offering excellent storage space or scope for further use (subject to planning).
The flat also comes with a long 125-year lease.
Situated in a popular and convenient location, the property is within easy reach of East Croydon Station, local shops, cafes, and amenities making it a fantastic choice for both homeowners and buy-to-let investors.
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.
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