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See how verdicts work1-bedroom flat · BH5 1DU
Sold STCListed 282 days
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About
This bright and spacious one-bedroom first-floor conversion flat is conveniently located near local shops in Boscombe.
It is just a short walk to the seafront and has easy access to Bournemouth town centre via road or bus.
The property features gas central heating, UPVC double glazing, and a generous reception room measuring 15ft by 14ft, complete with a bay window.
There is also a galley-style kitchen and a good-sized double bedroom, along with a modern three-piece bathroom.
Presented in good condition throughout, this flat is ideal for first-time buyers or as an investment, currently renting for £775 per month.
Additionally, the property includes unallocated parking for one car. (first come, first served) Tenure: Leasehold - 102 years remaining on lease.
No pets or holiday lets Ground Rent: £250.00 per annum fixed until 2041 Service Charge: £923.14 per annum EPC Rating: 67 | D Bathroom 13' 2'' x 10' 11'' (4.01m x 3.32m) Bedroom 13' 2'' x 10' 11'' (4.01m x 3.32m) Reception Room 15' 10'' x 14' 1'' (4.82m x 4.29m) Kitchen 20' 4'' x 6' 2'' (6.19m x 1.88m)
Value & comps
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Returns
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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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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 5 Cecil Road, Boscombe
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