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See how verdicts work2-bedroom flat · NP19 9RB
SoldListed 315 daysAuction 3 Feb · ended
Opportunity summary
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About
For sale by online auction - Lot 50 - Flat for Investment Bidding opens: 03/02/2026 12:00 Auction scheduled to end: 05/02/2026 18:36 online auction from 3rd february-5th February A purpose built two bedroom ground floor flat situated in a well-established location.
It benefits from proximity to reputable schools such as Lliswerry Primary and High School, along with excellent transport links via the M4 to Cardiff, Bristol, and beyond.
Nearby amenities include local shops, leisure facilities, Spytty Retail Park and Newport town centre. The city of Newport has seen significant regeneration over the past decade with much investment.
Important note: Paul Fosh Auctions have not inspected this property prior to auction.
Ground Floor Entrance, lounge, kitchen, bathroom, 2 bedrooms Outside Communal gardens Tenure: Advised Leasehold - to be verified by solicitor Tenancies: Occupancy unknown
Value & comps
No previous sales on record.
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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.
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 13, Balfe Road, Newport
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