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See how verdicts work4-bedroom terraced house · CF24 3EH
Sold STCReduced £20k (−7.3%) on 25 OctListed 119 days
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About
A rare opportunity to acquire a fully licensed, income-producing 4-bedroom HMO in the heart of Roath, one of Cardiff's most popular rental locations for students and young professionals.
Conveniently positioned for local shops, restaurants and takeaways, with excellent transport links and an easy walk into Cardiff city centre and Queen Street Station, this well-presented property has operated successfully as an HMO since 2014 and benefits from a full HMO licence.
The accommodation comprises an entrance hall, spacious living room, separate dining room and a modern fitted kitchen to the ground floor, with three further bedrooms and a family bathroom to the first floor - four lettable bedrooms in total, each furnished with a large wardrobe, chest of drawers, bedside cabinet, desk and chair, with beds ranging from small double to king size.
The shared kitchen is well equipped with a built-in fridge freezer, oven, combi microwave, hob, dishwasher and washing machine, plus a tumble dryer and an additional fridge freezer.
The bathroom includes a bathtub with shower over, and the lounge/diner offers a wall-mounted TV with unlimited Virgin broadband.
Further storage is provided in the lounge and off the landing, along with a large loft with retractable ladder offering scope for additional rental space, subject to consents.
Outside, there is a small south-facing rear garden and a front forecourt. The property is double glazed throughout with gas central heating and hot water via a combi boiler.
The property is currently let to four sensible, professional housemates with all rent up to date, offering an incoming investor a seamless transition and immediate income from completion.
Generating a gross annual rental income of £25,980 and a net annual profit of £20,263 after bills, this represents a gross yield of 9.45% and a net yield of 7.37% on the asking price.
Comparable standard residential sales in the area support the valuation for buy-to-let mortgage purposes.
An excellent turnkey investment for buyers seeking a strong, established rental income in a highly sought-after Cardiff location.
Viewing strictly by appointment, in consideration of the existing tenants.
Value & comps
No previous sales on record.
Returns
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Deal
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