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See how verdicts workStudio flat · ST5 1LD
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Type: Studio apartment Leasehold: 116years GR: £405p/a SC: 1185p/6mth inc internet, water, electricity, maintenance.
Rent Income: Student for the season Property Photos: attched Tenanted/Vacant/License to occupy: Student for the season An excellent opportunity to acquire a well-located studio apartment within Keele House, situated on The Midway in the heart of Newcastle-under-Lyme.
Offering approximately 215 sq ft (20 sq m) of accommodation, this compact apartment provides a practical and manageable living space, making it particularly appealing to first-time buyers, professionals, investors and those looking for a convenient town-centre property.
The accommodation is arranged as a studio apartment with a separate bathroom, providing an efficient layout that makes the most of the available space.
The development was constructed in 2017, offering relatively modern accommodation compared with many properties within the surrounding area.
IDEAL FOR FIRST-TIME BUYERS & INVESTORS The property represents an opportunity for buyers looking for a lower-maintenance property in a central location.
Its studio layout makes it particularly suited to someone looking for a straightforward home close to local amenities, while investors may also wish to consider the property's potential as part of a buy-to-let portfolio, subject to their own assessment of rental demand, achievable rent and the property's financial figures.
TOWN CENTRE LOCATION One of the property's biggest attractions is its location within Newcastle-under-Lyme town centre.
The surrounding area provides convenient access to a range of everyday amenities, including shops, restaurants, cafés and local services, making it an appealing option for anyone who values having amenities close at hand.
The property is situated within the Newcastle Town Centre Conservation Area, adding to the established character of the surrounding location.
PROPERTY INFORMATION Property Type: Flat / Studio Apartment Accommodation: Studio Bathroom: 1 Floor Area: Approximately 215 sq ft / 20 sq m Year Built: 2017 Council Tax: Band A Local Authority: Staffordshire WHY THIS PROPERTY?
STUDIO APARTMENT APPROX.
215 SQ FT / 20 SQ M 2017 DEVELOPMENT TOWN CENTRE LOCATION LOWER-MAINTENANCE LIFESTYLE COUNCIL TAX BAND A IDEAL FIRST-TIME BUY / INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY EXCELLENT ACCESS TO LOCAL AMENITIES A GREAT OPPORTUNITY Whether you're looking for an affordable first step onto the property ladder, a convenient town-centre base or an investment property to investigate further, 68 Keele House offers an opportunity to own a compact studio apartment in a central Newcastle-under-Lyme location.
The combination of a town-centre position, manageable accommodation, relatively recent construction and low Council Tax Band A rating makes this a property worthy of early consideration.
Internal viewing is highly recommended to appreciate the accommodation and location for yourself.
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