How much is Flat 1, 242 Sheffield Road, Barnsley?

The asking rent is £520 a month.

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Flat 1, 242 Sheffield Road, Barnsley

Studio flat

1 bath

Asking rent

£520/mo

To rentListed today

Investor metrics

HMO Article 4 Direction AreaBarnsley Metropolitan Borough Council Borough Wide Article 4 Direction 2020 · C3 → C4 HMO conversion requires planning permission here

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Description Available 7/11 - We are pleased to offer this stylish first-floor studio apartment situated at Flat 1,242 Sheffield Road, Barnsley, S70 4PJ.

Designed for comfortable self-contained living, this property combines characterful bay windows with high-spec modern finishes, including a fully fitted kitchen with integrated appliances and a contemporary en-suite bathroom.

Deposit Options: -Standard Deposit secured through dps (5 weeks' rent) -Reposit Option: Available as a cheaper alternative to a traditional cash deposit.

Features of the Property -Layout: Generous first-floor layout featuring a bright open-plan living and sleeping space highlighted by classic bay windows.

Includes a modern fully fitted kitchen with integrated appliances, built-in wardrobe storage, and a sleek private en-suite bathroom.

-Condition: Modern and high-spec throughout with quality fixtures and integrated appliances.

-Furnishing: Offered furnished, including wardrobe storage and bedroom/living furniture Inclusions Please note: This property is offered with all bills excluded from the monthly rental charge.

Tenants will be responsible for arranging and paying all utilities independently (including electricity, gas, water, council tax, and internet services).

Features of Nearby Location -Transport: Superbly connected for commuting, situated directly on Sheffield Road (A61) with frequent bus routes running into Barnsley town centre and Sheffield.

Barnsley Interchange railway station is under 1.5 miles away, with quick access to the M1 motorway (Junction 36).

-Amenities: Conveniently located close to local shops, supermarkets, convenience stores, and takeaways, with Barnsley town centre, Alhambra Shopping Centre, and local parks all within easy reach.

-Appeal: Perfectly suited for single working professionals or couples seeking a spacious, high-quality first-floor studio with complete privacy and excellent travel links.

Referencing & Requirements To secure this room, you will need to provide the following: -id: Valid identification and a Share Code (if applicable).

-Proof of Income: Recent payslips or a Universal Credit statement. -Bank Statements: Most recent 3 months. Council Tax Band: A (Barnsley Council Tax) Deposit: £600 Holding Deposit: £120

Key information

Furnished state

Furnished or unfurnished, landlord is flexible

Deposit required

£600

Council tax band

Band A

Estimated ~£1,200/year

Local authority

Barnsley

Metropolitan District

Value & comps

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HMO Conversion Potential

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.

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PD Conversion Potential

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.

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BRRR Candidate

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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Plot subdivision potential

Detached + large garden = sub-division play. Pro tier unlocks the tier badge, plot size, uplift estimate, and regional land benchmark.

Lease extension arbitrage

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.