1-bedroom flat · CO2 8GQ
Let agreedListed 50 days · slow let
Opportunity summary
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About
Located on Quayside Drive, this one-bedroom apartment provides an ideal setting for students or professionals seeking proximity to the University of Essex.
The open plan design of the living area maximises space and light, enhanced by floor-to-ceiling windows that lead to a private balcony.
The apartment comes fully furnished, making it a convenient choice for those looking to move in with minimal hassle.
The property includes a study area, perfect for remote work or study, adding versatility to the compact layout.
Being within walking distance of Hythe Station ensures easy access to transport links, connecting you effortlessly to Colchester and beyond.
The nearby amenities and vibrant community atmosphere make this an appealing location for residents. This affordable rental opportunity won't last long.
Whether you're a student or young professional, act swiftly to make this apartment your new home
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.
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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About 263, Quayside Drive, Colchester
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