2-bedroom flat · EH54 8JP
Sold STCListed 83 daysAuction 28 Oct · in 7 days
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About
Two bedroom flat A fantastic opportunity to acquire a well-proportioned two bedroom apartment in a quiet residential development in Livingston.
The accommodation is positioned on the top floor and comprises of an entrance hallway, spacious lounge with bay windows, dining kitchen, two good-sized bedrooms with built-in storage wardrobes, and a family bathroom with shower over bath.
The property benefits from double glazed windows, electric heating, a large shared rear garden and residents only private parking.
Internally, the property would benefit from a degree of upgrading, making this an ideal project.
With light refurbishment, the property could fetch £950 per calendar month (£11,400 per annum) offering an attractive 10% rental yield if purchased around the current guide price.
Offered at more than 15% below market value, this is an excellent investment opportunity for a developer, builder or landlord looking to enhance their portfolio. Council Tax Band C.
Situated within the popular town of Livingston, Waverley Crescent enjoys a peaceful residential setting conveniently located close to a selection of supermarkets, local shops, cafés, healthcare facilities and well-regarded schools.
The Centre Livingston and Livingston Designer Outlet are both just a short drive away, offering an extensive choice of retail, dining and leisure facilities, including a cinema and fitness centres.
For those who enjoy the outdoors, the area benefits from nearby parks, walking and cycling routes.
Commuters are particularly well served, with Livingston North railway station within easy reach, providing regular direct services to both Edinburgh and Glasgow, while the nearby M8 motorway offers excellent road connections across Scotland's central belt.
A comprehensive local bus network further enhances accessibility, making this an ideal location for commuters, professionals and families alike.
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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.
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