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See how verdicts work1-bedroom flat · L1 5JD
For saleListed 345 days
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Investment Overview The Hive is an exceptional opportunity to own a fully managed student studio in one of the UK's top-performing university cities.
Priced at just £80,000, each unit delivers a 9% net yield, equivalent to £7,200 annual income, guaranteed for the first three years.
Home to over 60,000 students attending two major universities - the University of Sheffield and Sheffield Hallam - creating consistent demand for premium, purpose-built accommodation like The Wire.
This is a turnkey, hands-off investment, ideal for those seeking reliable returns and low maintenance.
Financial Breakdown Purchase Price: £80,000 net Yield: 9% Annual Income: £7200 Fully furnished and managed Assured rental period: 3 years No hidden costs Location Located in the heart of the Centre, The Hive is just a short walk to both university campuses, city amenities, shops, and transport links.
Its prime location ensures steady occupancy and long-term investment stability.
Why Invest Over 60,000 students and rising Consistent rental demand and high occupancy rates Major city regeneration projects boosting local economy Strong track record for student investment performance Contact Enquire today for the full investment brochure, floor plans, and current availability.
Limited units remaining - early reservation strongly recommended.
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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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