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See how verdicts work5-bedroom house · CF24 4QJ
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About
A fantastic investment opportunity to acquire this fully licensed five-bedroom HMO situated on the ever-popular Dogfield Street in the heart of Cathays, Cardiff.
Fully let for the 20262027 academic year at £2,250 pcm, the property offers an impressive approximate 8.7% return, making it an ideal addition to any investment portfolio.
Perfectly positioned within Cardiff's thriving student community, the property is conveniently located close to Cardiff University campuses, the city centre, excellent transport links, and a wide range of local amenities, ensuring continued strong rental demand year after year.
The accommodation briefly comprises, to the ground floor, two double bedrooms, a spacious lounge and dining area, fitted kitchen, and downstairs WC.
To the first floor are three further double bedrooms and a family bathroom. Externally, the property benefits from an enclosed rear garden.
We are advised by the vendor that provisions of electricity, water and sewerage are connected to a mains supply, and no materials used in construction may impact a buyer's enjoyment, mortgage availability, or insurance availability, and there are no issues or restrictions on mobile signal/coverage.
Entrance Hall Living Room Kitchen 3.09m x 2.86m - 10'2” x 9'5” WC 1.61m x 0.91m - 5'3” x 2'12” Bedroom 4.37m x 3.14m - 14'4” x 10'4” Bedroom 3.43m x 2.67m - 11'3” x 8'9” Bedroom 4.49m x 4.48m - 14'9” x 14'8” Bedroom 3.57m x 2.68m - 11'9” x 8'10” Bedroom 3.02m x 2.72m - 9'11” x 8'11” Bathroom 1.98m x 1.75m - 6'6” x 5'9”
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.
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