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Buy To Let Manchester Flat

M1 7BD

1 beds 1 baths Listed 8 May 2026 (-17d)

£169,950

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# 1 bedroom apartment for sale (M1 7BD)

## Property Details

| Key | Value |
|-----|-------|
| Address | Buy to Let Manchester Flat, M1 7BD |
| Price | £169,950 |
| Bedrooms | 1 |
| Bathrooms | 1 |

## Description

"This Property is Suitable for Buy-to-Let Investments & Owner-Occupiers

DESCRIPTION

The investment

This completed Manchester city centre development offers investors the potential to earn immediate rental income in one of the UK's most dynamic markets.

The location

Positioned just moments from Oxford Road station, the development sits at the heart of one of Manchester's most connected districts. Residents benefit from effortless access to the Northern Quarter, Spinningfields, the central shopping district, and major employment hubs across the city. This prime location makes the apartments particularly attractive to working professionals seeking convenience, lifestyle-orientated amenities, and excellent transport links to match.

The apartments

Each apartment is finished to a high standard, featuring fully integrated kitchens, premium flooring, and large windows that maximise natural light.. Designed with modern renters in mind, the interiors blend style and functionality to deliver a comfortable, contemporary living experience that consistently appeals to Manchester's fast-growing tenant base.

The development

This development has established a strong reputation for high occupancy rates and dependable rental performance. Its central location, premium apartment spec, and proximity to key city attractions ensure lasting demand from both domestic and international renters.

Want to find out more?

Enquire today to receive a full digital brochure, apartment floor plans, and a full investment breakdown."

## Property Photos

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## Floorplans

- ![Floorplan 1](/listings/photos/88215369/515514) - Floorplan 1

## Sold Comparables

*Same street and nearby sales within 0.25 miles. Data from Land Registry Price Paid. Last 5 years.*

| Address | Price | Date | Type |
|---------|-------|------|------|
| OXFORD PLACE, 7 FLAT 22 OXFORD ROAD, MANCHESTER, GREATER MANCHESTER, M1 6EY | £395,500 | 10/06/2022 | Flat |
| OXFORD PLACE, 7 FLAT 9 OXFORD ROAD, MANCHESTER, GREATER MANCHESTER, M1 6EY | £250,000 | 16/12/2021 | Flat |
| OXFORD PLACE, 7 FLAT 1 OXFORD ROAD, MANCHESTER, GREATER MANCHESTER, M1 6EY | £260,000 | 26/11/2021 | Flat |
| OXFORD PLACE, 7 FLAT 2 OXFORD ROAD, MANCHESTER, GREATER MANCHESTER, M1 6EY | £236,000 | 24/09/2021 | Flat |

**Area average:** £285,375 (4 sales)

## Price vs local average

*Outcode + property type (HousePrices, last 2 years).*

- **Local average:** £296,002 (51 Flat, M1, 2024–2026)
- **Deviation:** -42.6%

## Rental Range

*ONS Price Index of Private Rents (Manchester). Low / Realistic / Optimistic = conservative / average / best case.*

- **Low:** £1,214/mo
- **Realistic:** £1,349/mo
- **Optimistic:** £1,484/mo

## LHA (Local Housing Allowance)

*VOA 30th percentile rent floor for West Pennine (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026).*

- **LHA floor (this property size):** £399/mo

## 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 |
|------|------|------|------|------|
| 1 Bed Flat, Lancaster House, M1 | £1,200/mo | 1 | 0.09 miles | OpenRent |
| 1 Bed Flat, Chorlton St, M1 | £1,505/mo | 1 | 0.26 miles | OpenRent |

**Average rent: £1,353/mo (2 listings)**

## 1% Rule

- **Rent ratio:** 0.8% (okay)
- **Max investor price (0.8%):** £169,125
- **Target investor price (1%):** £135,300

*Monthly rent ÷ price. 1%+ = strong, 0.8–1% = okay, <0.8% = weak. Max investor price = rent ÷ 0.8% (Stoke-style target). Target investor price = rent ÷ 1% (strong cashflow band). Based on OpenRent comparables.*

## Rent-driven metrics

*Based on OpenRent comparables (median £1,353/mo).*

- **Gross yield:** 9.6%
- **Cost-to-rent:** 10.5×
- **Monthly cashflow:** £523/mo (75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term)
- **Cash-on-cash ROI:** 12.7%

*Gross yield = annual rent as % of price (no costs). Cost-to-rent = price ÷ annual rent (from OpenRent comparables); under 14× = strong, 14–16× = acceptable, 17×+ = compressed. Cashflow = rent − 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).*

## Capital growth trend

*Land Registry outcode average from sold prices: last 12 months vs 5y and 10y ago.*

- **5y growth:** -1.5%
- **10y growth:** 27.4%

## House Price Index (HM Land Registry)

*Official index for Manchester; Flats and maisonettes series; as of February 2026.*

- **1y growth (index):** 1.2%
- **5y growth (index):** 15.9%
- **10y growth (index):** 61.1%

## Flood risk

- **Zone:** 1
- **Risk:** Low
- **Source:** Job (default Low)

[Check long-term flood risk (GOV.UK)](https://check-long-term-flood-risk.service.gov.uk/postcode)

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Property details

Local average

£296,002 (-42.6%)

Deprivation

Decile 5 (16,860 of 33,755)

Street crime

11 incidents within 1 mile (Mar 2026)

Key features

Fully-Furnished Manhattan Apartment in Top Regeneration Area
6% NET Return
Fully Furnished, Desirable Layout
Fully Integrated Kitchens & Large Windows
Experienced Management Company
Excellent Capital Growth Potential
Short Walk to Canal
Top UK Developer
Onsite Rental Company
Enquire Now to Receive Info Pack and Financial Breakdown

Description

"This Property is Suitable for Buy-to-Let Investments & Owner-Occupiers

DESCRIPTION

The investment
This completed Manchester city centre development offers investors the potential to earn immediate rental income in one of the UK's most dynamic markets.

The location
Positioned just moments from Oxford Road station, the development sits at the heart of one of Manchester's most connected districts. Residents benefit from effortless access to the Northern Quarter, Spinningfields, the central shopping district, and major employment hubs across the city. This prime location makes the apartments particularly attractive to working professionals seeking convenience, lifestyle-orientated amenities, and excellent transport links to match.

The apartments
Each apartment is finished to a high standard, featuring fully integrated kitchens, premium flooring, and large windows that maximise natural light.. Designed with modern renters in mind, the interiors blend style and functionality to deliver a comfortable, contemporary living experience that consistently appeals to Manchester's fast-growing tenant base.

The development
This development has established a strong reputation for high occupancy rates and dependable rental performance. Its central location, premium apartment spec, and proximity to key city attractions ensure lasting demand from both domestic and international renters.

Want to find out more?
Enquire today to receive a full digital brochure, apartment floor plans, and a full investment breakdown."

Listed by

Manchester

RW Invest North Ltd

Reference: 88215369

EPC ratings on this postcode

We don't have a matched EPC for this property yet. Below are efficiency scores and details for other addresses on this postcode.

Address	Current	Potential	Floor area	Age band	Type
Flat 1 Bracken House, 44-58, Charles Street	79	79	23 m²	—	Flat
Flat 1 Bracken House, 44-58, Charles Street, MANCHESTER	79	79	23 m²	—	Flat
Flat 10 Bracken House, 44-58, Charles Street	79	79	22 m²	—	Flat
Flat 10 Bracken House, 44-58, Charles Street, MANCHESTER	79	79	22 m²	—	Flat
Flat 11 Bracken House, 44-58, Charles Street	79	79	22 m²	—	Flat
Flat 11 Bracken House, 44-58, Charles Street, MANCHESTER	79	79	22 m²	—	Flat
Flat 12 Bracken House, 44-58, Charles Street	79	79	22 m²	—	Flat
Flat 12 Bracken House, 44-58, Charles Street, MANCHESTER	79	79	22 m²	—	Flat
Flat 13 Bracken House, 44-58, Charles Street	76	76	21 m²	—	Flat
Flat 13 Bracken House, 44-58, Charles Street, MANCHESTER	76	76	21 m²	—	Flat
Flat 14 Bracken House, 44-58, Charles Street	79	79	18 m²	—	Flat
Flat 14 Bracken House, 44-58, Charles Street, MANCHESTER	79	79	18 m²	—	Flat
Flat 15 Bracken House, 44-58, Charles Street	80	80	21 m²	—	Flat
Flat 15 Bracken House, 44-58, Charles Street, MANCHESTER	80	80	21 m²	—	Flat
Flat 16 Bracken House, 44-58, Charles Street	82	82	23 m²	—	Flat

Flood risk

Zone: 1

Risk: Low

Job (default Low)

Floorplans

Floorplan 1

Price history

Event	Date	Price	% change
Listed for sale	—	£169,950	—

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
OXFORD PLACE, 7 FLAT 22 OXFORD ROAD, MANCHESTER, GREATER MANCHESTER, M1 6EY	£395,500	10/06/2022	Flat
OXFORD PLACE, 7 FLAT 9 OXFORD ROAD, MANCHESTER, GREATER MANCHESTER, M1 6EY	£250,000	16/12/2021	Flat
OXFORD PLACE, 7 FLAT 1 OXFORD ROAD, MANCHESTER, GREATER MANCHESTER, M1 6EY	£260,000	26/11/2021	Flat
OXFORD PLACE, 7 FLAT 2 OXFORD ROAD, MANCHESTER, GREATER MANCHESTER, M1 6EY	£236,000	24/09/2021	Flat

Area average: £285,375 (4 sales)

Capital growth trend

Land Registry outcode average: last 12 months vs 5y and 10y ago (from sold prices).

5y growth -1.5%

10y growth 27.4%

House Price Index (HM Land Registry — official index, not sold-price averages): Manchester. Series: Flats and maisonettes. As of February 2026.

1y (index) 1.2%

5y (index) 15.9%

10y (index) 61.1%

Rental Range

Estimated market rent for Manchester. Low = conservative, Realistic = average, Optimistic = best case.

Low £1,214/mo

Realistic £1,349/mo

Optimistic £1,484/mo

Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → Manchester.

LHA (30th percentile) floor for West Pennine: £399/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)

Location

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Address

York Street

Nearby

Nearest stations, universities and amenities (distance from property).

Type	Name	Distance
Shop	DC Motor Engineers	0.0 miles
Shop	One Home Minimart	0.0 miles
Bus stop	Manchester City Centre, Charles Street / near Princess Street	0.0 miles
Bus stop	Manchester City Centre, Charles Street / near Oxford Road	0.0 miles
Train station	Manchester Oxford Road	0.1 miles
University	UCEN Manchester (Shena Simon Campus)	0.3 miles
University	Manchester School of Art	0.4 miles
Train station	Manchester Piccadilly	0.4 miles
Hospital	The Ailsa Craig Medical Practise	1.8 miles
Hospital	Shiv Lodge Medical Centre	2.0 miles

Street-level crime

Category	Count
Violence and sexual offences	6
Other theft	3
Theft from the person	2
Total incidents	11

Within 1 mile during Mar 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
The Manchester Metropolitan University	Other	0.2 miles	— (No rating)
Royal Northern College of Music	Other	0.4 miles	— (No rating)
St Philip's Church of England Primary School	Primary	0.4 miles	Good — 5 Feb 2014
University of Manchester	Other	0.5 miles	— (No rating)
Martenscroft Nursery School & Children's Centre	Nursery	0.6 miles	Outstanding — 22 Jul 2024

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
1 Bed Flat, Lancaster House, M1	£1,200/mo	1	0.09 miles	OpenRent
1 Bed Flat, Chorlton St, M1	£1,505/mo	1	0.26 miles	OpenRent

Average rent: £1,353/mo (2 listings)

Rent-driven metrics

Based on OpenRent comparables.

Rent ratio 0.8%

Max investor price (0.8%) £169,125

Target investor price (1%) £135,300

Gross yield 9.6%

Cost-to-rent ratio 10.5×

Monthly cashflow £523/mo 75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term

Cash-on-cash ROI 12.7%

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).

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