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See how verdicts work7-bedroom terraced house · CF24 4BN
Sold STCListed 224 days
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About
Situated in the heart of Cathays, this substantial seven-bedroom, three-bathroom HMO on Thesiger Street presents an excellent opportunity for student property investors seeking a strong, ready-made income stream in one of Cardiff’s most established student locations.
The property is ideally positioned within close proximity to Cardiff University, the Students’ Union, and the wide range of amenities, cafés and shops along Crwys Road and Albany Road.
Cathays remains one of the most consistently high-demand areas for student accommodation in the city, making this a reliable and attractive addition to any investment portfolio.
Internally, the property offers well-proportioned accommodation arranged over multiple floors, comprising seven letting bedrooms, three bathrooms, a communal living area and a fitted kitchen, providing comfortable and practical living space for student tenants.
The layout is ideally suited to the student market and has proven rental appeal within the area.
The property is being offered to the market as a fully established student investment, generating a strong 8.97% net yield, making it an appealing prospect for both experienced landlords and investors looking to enter the thriving Cardiff HMO market.
With demand for quality student accommodation in Cathays remaining consistently strong, this property represents a rare opportunity to acquire a high-yielding investment in a prime student location.
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Returns
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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.
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