1-bedroom flat · CH1 2AB
Listing removedListed 79 daysAuction 13 Aug · ended
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TO BE SOLD BY ONLINE AUCTION ON 12-13TH AUGUST 2026 UNLESS SOLD PRIOR UNDER AUCTION TERMS Flat 5 Chronicle House, Commonhall Street, CH1 2AB An excellent opportunity to acquire a high-yielding student investment apartment within the popular Chronicle House development in the heart of Chester city centre.
The property is currently tenanted for the full academic year at £220 per week.
This produces an annual income of approximately £11,440 and after standard management and service charge costs, this equates to a net yield of around 16%, providing immediate income from completion.
This self-contained studio apartment is fully furnished and equipped with a modern kitchenette and private ensuite shower room.
Chronicle House offers a range of high-quality on-site amenities, including a gymnasium, games room, cinema room, and secure bicycle storage, making it a consistently popular choice among students.
Situated within Chester’s historic city walls, the development is just a short walk from the University of Chester, city centre shops, and local amenities.
This prime location ensures strong ongoing rental demand and attractive returns for investors.
An ideal hands-off investment opportunity in a proven student accommodation scheme offering strong NET yields and long-term income potential.
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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.
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