Sold STC
Terraced
97 RUBY STREET
LEICESTER, LEICESTER LE3 9GS
2 beds
1 baths
68 m²
Listed 11 Mar 2025 (-507d)
Property details
Tenure
FREEHOLD
Floor area
68 m²
Council tax band
A
Last sold
£160,000 Dec 2025
Local average
£188,078 (-14.9%)
Deprivation
Decile 2 (5,554 of 33,755)
Street crime
806 incidents within 1 mile (May 2026)
Key features
- Mid Terrace
- Two Beds
- Potential Ongoing Concern Investment
- Or Vacant Possession
- Highly Popular Location
- Newfoundpool
- No Upward Chain
- On Street Parking
- Well Presented
- Contact Phillips George To View
Additional details
- Electricity
- Mains supply
- Broadband
- ADSL copper wire
- Water
- Mains supply
- Sewerage
- Mains supply
- Heating
- Gas central
- Parking
- Off street
- Garden
- Yes
Description
** Situated in the highly sought after Newfoundpool area of Leicester, this delightful mid terrace offers light and spacious accommodation, perfect for investors or first-time buyers alike. The property boasts two generously sized bedrooms, an impressive bathroom, and beautifully landscaped gardens, on street parking. Currently tenanted, this home presents an excellent investment opportunity as an ongoing concern or can be offered with vacant possession for those looking to make it their own. Contact Phillips George today to arrange your viewing.
DINING ROOM 11' 2" x 10' 7" (3.4m x 3.23m) Double glazed bay window to the rear, carpeted flooring, radiator.
LOUNGE 12' 4" x 10' 7" (3.76m x 3.23m) Double glazed bay window to the rear, carpeted flooring, radiator, access to stairs.
KITCHEN 13' 1" x 5' 5" (3.99m x 1.65m) Kitchen with wall and base level units, sink and drainer, work surfaces, integral oven and hob with extraction over, double glazed window to the side, double glazed door leading to garden.
GROUND FLOOR SHOWER ROOM Comprising a shower cubicle, tiled flooring, opaque double glazed window to the side.
LANDING Carpeted flooring, loft hatch.
BEDROOM ONE 11' 2" x 10' 7" (3.4m x 3.23m) Double glazed window to the front, radiator, carpeted flooring.
BEDROOM TWO 9' 4" x 7' 2" (2.84m x 2.18m) Carpeted flooring, double glazed window to the rear, radiator, storage closet.
BATHROOM Comprising a three piece suite, free standing bath, wash basin, opaque double glazed window to the rear, low level flush, towel radiator, tiled in part.
OUTSIDE Landscaped rear yard, wall and fenced borders, gated side access to passage.
SALES SUMMARY & MATERIAL INFORMATION - Price : £160,000
- Tenure : Freehold
- Length of lease : N/A
- Annual ground rent amount : N/A
- Ground rent review period : N/A
- Annual service charge amount : N/A
- Service charge review period : N/A
- Council tax band : A
- EPC Rating: C
- Property type: Mid Terrace
- Property construction: Brick & Slate
- Number and types of room: Please refer to floorplan
- Electricity supply: mains
- Water supply:non metered
- Sewerage: Public sewer
- Heating: Gas boiler, gas central heating
- Broadband: Fibre broadband
- Mobile signal / coverage: refer to Ofcom mobile coverage checker
- Parking: On street
- Building safety: No known hazards
- Restrictions: None
- Rights and easements: No known relevant rights or easements
- Coastal erosion risk: none
- Planning permission: no known planning permissions or proposals for development
- Accessibility/Adaptations: Lateral living
- Coalfield or mining area: No direct impact of any mining activity
THINKING OF SELLING? We would be delighted to provide you with a free market appraisal/valuation of your own property. Please contact Phillips George to arrange a convenient appointment on .
BUYING TO LET? Phillips George are expert, ARLA qualified letting agents with experience of all kinds of rental property across city and county. Should you need a rental valuation for your new property or on any of your existing portfolio, or simply want some advice on the current rental market, call us now on .
DISCLAIMER AND IMPORTANT INFORMATION ** Phillips George Sales & Lettings for themselves and the vendors of this property whose agents they are, give notice that these particulars are not to be relied upon as a statement or representation of fact and do not constitute any part of an offer or a contract. Intending purchasers must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise as to the correctness of each and any statements contained in these particulars. The vendors do not make or give and neither do Phillips George Sales & Lettings (nor any person in their employment) have authority to make any representation or warranty whatsoever in relation to the property.
None of the services, systems or appliances listed or shown in this specification have been tested by us and no guarantee as to their operating ability or efficiency is given. All floorplans and dimensions have been provided as a guide for prospective buyers only, and should not be relied on as a true representation.
Current money laundering regulations require us to confirm proof of identity and residency of anyone intending to purchase. We ask for your co-operation in providing the necessary documentation in order to avoid delays in agreeing the sale.
DINING ROOM 11' 2" x 10' 7" (3.4m x 3.23m) Double glazed bay window to the rear, carpeted flooring, radiator.
LOUNGE 12' 4" x 10' 7" (3.76m x 3.23m) Double glazed bay window to the rear, carpeted flooring, radiator, access to stairs.
KITCHEN 13' 1" x 5' 5" (3.99m x 1.65m) Kitchen with wall and base level units, sink and drainer, work surfaces, integral oven and hob with extraction over, double glazed window to the side, double glazed door leading to garden.
GROUND FLOOR SHOWER ROOM Comprising a shower cubicle, tiled flooring, opaque double glazed window to the side.
LANDING Carpeted flooring, loft hatch.
BEDROOM ONE 11' 2" x 10' 7" (3.4m x 3.23m) Double glazed window to the front, radiator, carpeted flooring.
BEDROOM TWO 9' 4" x 7' 2" (2.84m x 2.18m) Carpeted flooring, double glazed window to the rear, radiator, storage closet.
BATHROOM Comprising a three piece suite, free standing bath, wash basin, opaque double glazed window to the rear, low level flush, towel radiator, tiled in part.
OUTSIDE Landscaped rear yard, wall and fenced borders, gated side access to passage.
SALES SUMMARY & MATERIAL INFORMATION - Price : £160,000
- Tenure : Freehold
- Length of lease : N/A
- Annual ground rent amount : N/A
- Ground rent review period : N/A
- Annual service charge amount : N/A
- Service charge review period : N/A
- Council tax band : A
- EPC Rating: C
- Property type: Mid Terrace
- Property construction: Brick & Slate
- Number and types of room: Please refer to floorplan
- Electricity supply: mains
- Water supply:non metered
- Sewerage: Public sewer
- Heating: Gas boiler, gas central heating
- Broadband: Fibre broadband
- Mobile signal / coverage: refer to Ofcom mobile coverage checker
- Parking: On street
- Building safety: No known hazards
- Restrictions: None
- Rights and easements: No known relevant rights or easements
- Coastal erosion risk: none
- Planning permission: no known planning permissions or proposals for development
- Accessibility/Adaptations: Lateral living
- Coalfield or mining area: No direct impact of any mining activity
THINKING OF SELLING? We would be delighted to provide you with a free market appraisal/valuation of your own property. Please contact Phillips George to arrange a convenient appointment on .
BUYING TO LET? Phillips George are expert, ARLA qualified letting agents with experience of all kinds of rental property across city and county. Should you need a rental valuation for your new property or on any of your existing portfolio, or simply want some advice on the current rental market, call us now on .
DISCLAIMER AND IMPORTANT INFORMATION ** Phillips George Sales & Lettings for themselves and the vendors of this property whose agents they are, give notice that these particulars are not to be relied upon as a statement or representation of fact and do not constitute any part of an offer or a contract. Intending purchasers must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise as to the correctness of each and any statements contained in these particulars. The vendors do not make or give and neither do Phillips George Sales & Lettings (nor any person in their employment) have authority to make any representation or warranty whatsoever in relation to the property.
None of the services, systems or appliances listed or shown in this specification have been tested by us and no guarantee as to their operating ability or efficiency is given. All floorplans and dimensions have been provided as a guide for prospective buyers only, and should not be relied on as a true representation.
Current money laundering regulations require us to confirm proof of identity and residency of anyone intending to purchase. We ask for your co-operation in providing the necessary documentation in order to avoid delays in agreeing the sale.
Listed by
Leicester
phillips george ltd
Reference: 159246416
EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost
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Flood risk
Zone: 2
Risk: In flood risk area
Environment Agency Flood Risk Areas (APSFR)
Floorplans
Floorplan 1
EPC Graphs
EPC 1
Price history
433% since 1999
| Event | Date | Price | % change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sold | 15/12/2025 (7 months ago) | £160,000 | +433.3% |
| Sold | 23/12/1999 (26 years ago) | £30,000 | — |
Source: HM Land Registry Price Paid Data. Crown copyright.
Sold Comparables
Same street and nearby sales within 0.25 miles (last 5 years). Data from Land Registry Price Paid.
| Address | Price | Date | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 42 POOL ROAD, LEICESTER, LE3 9GD | £180,000 | 16/01/2026 | Terraced |
| 75 HAWTHORNE STREET, LEICESTER, LE3 9FR | £175,000 | 15/12/2025 | Terraced |
| 67 ROWAN STREET, LEICESTER, LE3 9GP | £149,000 | 09/12/2025 | Terraced |
| 66 OBAN STREET, LEICESTER, LE3 9GA | £135,000 | 05/12/2025 | Terraced |
| 79 NEWPORT STREET, LEICESTER, LE3 9FU | £170,000 | 28/11/2025 | Terraced |
| 57 OBAN STREET, LEICESTER, LE3 9GB | £150,000 | 27/11/2025 | Terraced |
| 14 OBAN STREET, LEICESTER, LE3 9GA | £177,500 | 14/11/2025 | Terraced |
| 38 POOL ROAD, LEICESTER, LE3 9GD | £168,000 | 14/11/2025 | Terraced |
| Same street 85 RUBY STREET, LEICESTER, LE3 9GS | £150,000 | 29/08/2025 | Terraced |
| 40 HAWTHORNE STREET, LEICESTER, LE3 9FQ | £175,000 | 28/08/2025 | Terraced |
| 12 ROWAN STREET, LEICESTER, LE3 9GN | £170,000 | 12/07/2025 | Terraced |
| Same street 1 RUBY STREET, LEICESTER, LE3 9GS | £175,000 | 31/03/2025 | Terraced |
| 121 BEATRICE ROAD, LEICESTER, LE3 9FJ | £135,000 | 14/03/2025 | Terraced |
| 69 NEWPORT STREET, LEICESTER, LE3 9FU | £192,000 | 21/02/2025 | Terraced |
| 73 ROWAN STREET, LEICESTER, LE3 9GP | £170,000 | 07/02/2025 | Terraced |
| 42 OBAN STREET, LEICESTER, LE3 9GA | £168,000 | 20/01/2024 | Terraced |
| 22 NEWPORT STREET, LEICESTER, LE3 9FT | £148,000 | 06/12/2023 | Terraced |
| 104 POOL ROAD, LEICESTER, LE3 9GE | £160,000 | 06/12/2023 | Terraced |
| 73 NEWPORT STREET, LEICESTER, LE3 9FU | £162,500 | 30/11/2023 | Terraced |
| 28 SYLVAN STREET, LEICESTER, LE3 9GT | £175,000 | 24/11/2023 | Terraced |
| 70 IVANHOE STREET, LEICESTER, LE3 9GW | £193,000 | 17/11/2023 | Terraced |
| 110 BEATRICE ROAD, LEICESTER, LE3 9FF | £190,000 | 10/11/2023 | Terraced |
| Same street 1 RUBY STREET, LEICESTER, LE3 9GS | £174,000 | 02/11/2022 | Terraced |
| Same street 13 RUBY STREET, LEICESTER, LE3 9GS | £120,000 | 28/10/2021 | Terraced |
Street average: £154,750 (4 sales)
Area average: £167,150 (20 sales)
Capital growth trend
Land Registry outcode average: last 12 months vs 5y and 10y ago (from sold prices).
5y growth
10.5%
10y growth
43.8%
House Price Index (HM Land Registry — official index, not sold-price averages): Leicester. Series: Terraced. As of April 2026.
1y (index)
3.2%
5y (index)
20.1%
10y (index)
68.6%
Rental Range
Estimated market rent for Leicester. Low = conservative, Realistic = average, Optimistic = best case.
Low
£923/mo
Realistic
£1,025/mo
Optimistic
£1,128/mo
Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → Leicester.
LHA (30th percentile) floor for Leicester: £648/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)
Location
Nearby
Nearest stations, universities and amenities (distance from property).
| Type | Name | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Shop | Jay Dee Stores | 0.1 miles |
| Bus stop | Henley Road | 0.2 miles |
| Shop | Family Shopper | 0.2 miles |
| Bus stop | Unknown | 0.2 miles |
| Train station | Unknown | 0.9 miles |
| Hospital | South Entrance | 1.3 miles |
| Hospital | Main Entrance | 1.4 miles |
| Train station | Leicester | 1.5 miles |
| University | University of Leicester | 2.4 miles |
Street-level crime
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 247 |
| Criminal damage and arson | 107 |
| Anti-social behaviour | 101 |
| Shoplifting | 88 |
| Public order | 71 |
| Other theft | 50 |
| Vehicle crime | 43 |
| Drugs | 32 |
| Burglary | 25 |
| Other crime | 9 |
| Possession of weapons | 9 |
| Robbery | 9 |
| Theft from the person | 9 |
| Bicycle theft | 6 |
| Total incidents | 806 |
Within 1 mile during May 2026. Source: data.police.uk (England & Wales).
Schools nearby
Nearest open schools with Ofsted ratings (England). Closed schools are not shown. Data from Get Information about Schools and Ofsted.
| Name | Type | Distance | Ofsted |
|---|---|---|---|
| Inglehurst Infant School | Primary | 0.2 miles | Inadequate — 17 Nov 2022 |
| Inglehurst Junior School | Primary | 0.2 miles | Good — 12 Dec 2023 |
| Christ the King Catholic Voluntary Academy | Primary | 0.4 miles | — (Inspected (no overall grade)) |
| Fosse Mead Primary Academy | Primary | 0.4 miles | Good — 8 Sep 2024 |
| Castle Mead Academy | Secondary | 0.5 miles | Outstanding — 16 Nov 2023 |
Rental Comparables
Residential lets from OpenRent and Rightmove for the area (same bedroom count). Use to validate rent estimates. Student lets are excluded.
| Title | Rent | Beds | Distance | As seen on |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Bed Terraced House, Henton Road, LE3 | £950/mo | 2 | 0.37 miles | OpenRent |
Average rent: £950/mo (1 listing)
Rent-driven metrics
Based on OpenRent comparables.
Rent ratio
0.59%
Max investor price (0.8%)
£118,750
Target investor price (1%)
£95,000
Gross yield
7.1%
Cost-to-rent ratio
14×
Monthly cashflow
£200/mo
75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term
Cash-on-cash ROI
5.2%
- Rent ratio — Monthly rent ÷ purchase price (1% rule). 1%+ = strong, 0.8–1% = okay, <0.8% = weak for cashflow.
- Max investor price — Rent ÷ 0.8%; the price at which rent would be 0.8% of price (Stoke-style target).
- Target investor price — Rent ÷ 1%; the price at which rent would be 1% of price (strong cashflow band).
- Gross yield — Annual rent as % of purchase price (no costs).
- Cost-to-rent — Price ÷ annual rent (from OpenRent comparables). Under 14× = strong, 14–16× = acceptable, 17×+ = compressed.
- Cashflow — Rent minus mortgage, 10% maintenance, £25/mo compliance. Assumes 75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term.
- ROI — Annual profit ÷ cash in (deposit + 4% purchase costs).