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See how verdicts work5-bedroom terraced house · BN2 3DD
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About
** Guide Price £450,000 - £475,000 ** Tenure: Freehold Situated on the ever-popular Elm Grove in Brighton, this well-maintained five-bedroom terraced house offers a superb investment opportunity for landlords seeking a fully operational, income-producing HMO in one of the city's strongest rental locations.
Licensed and currently operating as a House in Multiple Occupation, the property achieves a solid annual rental income of £41,000, with consistent occupancy and appeal primarily to students and young professionals.
The vibrant and dynamic nature of Brighton's rental market, coupled with its proximity to multiple universities and the city centre, ensures strong demand year-round.
Presented in good decorative order, the house has been thoughtfully arranged to suit shared living.
Each of the five bedrooms offers comfortable, well-sized accommodation, while the communal areas are designed to balance privacy and functionality.
The property also benefits from a modern kitchen and shared bathroom facilities, making it well-suited to the needs of today's tenants.
To the rear, a private patio garden provides valuable outdoor space' an increasingly desirable feature for renters looking for a mix of indoor and outdoor living.
The location is ideal for student tenants, with easy access to Brighton city centre, the University of Brighton, and Sussex University via regular bus routes and cycle paths.
The surrounding area is packed with local amenities, including shops, cafes, parks, and supermarkets, all within walking distance.
Whether you're expanding your investment portfolio or entering the buy-to-let market, this property represents a turnkey opportunity with a proven track record of rental success.
It offers both short- and long-term income potential in a well-established and sought-after rental zone.
Value & comps
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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.
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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