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FLAT 132

AXIS TOWER, 9, WHITWORTH STREET WEST, MANCHESTER, GREATER MANCHESTER M1 5JD

2 beds 2 baths 1,012 sq ft Listed 23 Jun 2025 (-357d)

£245,000

Reduced on 20 Apr 2026 · Was £250,000

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# 2 bedroom apartment for sale (M1 5JD)

## Property Details

| Key | Value |
|-----|-------|
| Address | FLAT 132, AXIS TOWER, 9, WHITWORTH STREET WEST, MANCHESTER, GREATER MANCHESTER M1 5JD |
| Price | £245,000 |
| Bedrooms | 2 |
| Bathrooms | 2 |
| Council tax | D |
| Floor area | 94 m² |
| Last sold | £309,403 Feb 2020 |

## Description

This property offers City Views from it's private Juliet balcony in the reception space as well as two very large double bedrooms; an en-suite to the master and separate bathroom suite, as well as extensive hallways storage.

Axis Tower offers a range of premium amenities, including secure entry, concierge service, and a well-maintained communal area. With excellent transport links nearby, this apartment is ideal for anyone looking to live in the heart of the city, whether for work or leisure. Enjoy the convenience of city centre living while being just moments away from key transport routes and local attractions.

Can be sold vacant or with tenant in situe paying £1650 PCM (7.63% gross yield)

Additional Information:

Size - 807 Sq Ft / 75 Sq M

Service Charge - Circa £3096 per annum

Ground Rent - Circa £412 per annum

Leasehold - Circa 120 years remaining

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## Sales History

*Recorded sales for this property. Data from Land Registry Price Paid.*

| Address | Price | Date | Type |
|---------|-------|------|------|
| AXIS TOWER, 9 FLAT 132 WHITWORTH STREET WEST, MANCHESTER, GREATER MANCHESTER, M1 5JD | £309,403 | 13/02/2020 | Flat |

## Sold Comparables

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

| Address | Price | Date | Type |
|---------|-------|------|------|
| 1 APARTMENT 147 JORDAN STREET, MANCHESTER, GREATER MANCHESTER, M15 4QX | £210,000 | 19/12/2025 | Flat |
| THE ROPEWORKS, 35 APARTMENT 37 LITTLE PETER STREET, MANCHESTER, GREATER MANCHESTER, M15 4QJ | £160,000 | 12/12/2025 | Flat |
| THE HACIENDA, 11 - 15 902 WHITWORTH STREET WEST, MANCHESTER, GREATER MANCHESTER, M1 5DD | £300,000 | 15/08/2025 | Flat |
| 1 APARTMENT 109 JORDAN STREET, MANCHESTER, GREATER MANCHESTER, M15 4QX | £202,000 | 15/08/2025 | Flat |
| THE HACIENDA, 11 - 15 101 WHITWORTH STREET WEST, MANCHESTER, GREATER MANCHESTER, M1 5DB | £250,000 | 31/07/2025 | Flat |
| THE ROPE WORKS, 33 APARTMENT 8 LITTLE PETER STREET, MANCHESTER, GREATER MANCHESTER, M15 4QH | £240,000 | 09/05/2025 | Flat |
| 1 APARTMENT 18 JORDAN STREET, MANCHESTER, GREATER MANCHESTER, M15 4QU | £250,000 | 05/12/2024 | Flat |
| THE ROPEWORKS, 33 APARTMENT 40 LITTLE PETER STREET, MANCHESTER, GREATER MANCHESTER, M15 4QH | £180,000 | 08/11/2023 | Flat |
| BEETHAM TOWER, 301 APARTMENT 3410 DEANSGATE, MANCHESTER, GREATER MANCHESTER, M3 4LU | £285,000 | 11/09/2023 | Flat |
| THE HACIENDA, 11 - 15 G12 WHITWORTH STREET WEST, MANCHESTER, GREATER MANCHESTER, M1 5DE | £160,000 | 08/09/2023 | Flat |
| 1 APARTMENT 75 JORDAN STREET, MANCHESTER, GREATER MANCHESTER, M15 4QU | £210,000 | 25/08/2023 | Flat |
| THE HACIENDA, 11 - 15 G07 WHITWORTH STREET WEST, MANCHESTER, GREATER MANCHESTER, M1 5DE | £175,000 | 28/07/2023 | Flat |
| BEETHAM TOWER, 301 APARTMENT 3604 DEANSGATE, MANCHESTER, GREATER MANCHESTER, M3 4LU | £177,500 | 27/06/2023 | Flat |
| THE HACIENDA, 11 - 15 1101 WHITWORTH STREET WEST, MANCHESTER, GREATER MANCHESTER, M1 5DD | £645,000 | 19/06/2023 | Flat |
| THE HACIENDA, 11 - 15 609 WHITWORTH STREET WEST, MANCHESTER, GREATER MANCHESTER, M1 5DE | £180,000 | 02/06/2023 | Flat |
| THE ROPEWORKS, 35 APARTMENT 14 LITTLE PETER STREET, MANCHESTER, GREATER MANCHESTER, M15 4QJ | £138,000 | 24/02/2023 | Flat |
| AXIS TOWER, 9 FLAT 150 WHITWORTH STREET WEST, MANCHESTER, GREATER MANCHESTER, M1 5JD | £267,000 | 20/12/2022 | Flat |
| BEETHAM TOWER, 301 APARTMENT 3006 DEANSGATE, MANCHESTER, GREATER MANCHESTER, M3 4LT | £280,000 | 09/12/2022 | Flat |
| BEETHAM TOWER, 301 APARTMENT 2506 DEANSGATE, MANCHESTER, GREATER MANCHESTER, M3 4LT | £265,000 | 09/12/2022 | Flat |
| BEETHAM TOWER, 301 APARTMENT 3401 DEANSGATE, MANCHESTER, GREATER MANCHESTER, M3 4LU | £160,000 | 09/12/2022 | Flat |

**Area average:** £236,725 (20 sales)

## Price vs local average

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

- **Local average:** £291,831 (53 Flat, M1, 2024–2026)
- **Deviation:** -16%

## 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):** £449/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 |
|------|------|------|------|------|
| 2 Bed Flat, The Ropeworks, M15 | £1,600/mo | 2 | 0.06 miles | OpenRent |

**Average rent: £1,600/mo (1 listing)**

## 1% Rule

- **Rent ratio:** 0.65% (weak for cashflow)
- **Max investor price (0.8%):** £200,000
- **Target investor price (1%):** £160,000

*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 £1,600/mo).*

- **Gross yield:** 7.8%
- **Cost-to-rent:** 12.8×
- **Monthly cashflow:** £450/mo (75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term)
- **Cash-on-cash ROI:** 7.6%

*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).*

## Price per Square Metre

- **£/m²:** £2,606/m²

## Capital growth trend

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

- **5y growth:** -6.7%
- **10y growth:** 26.6%

## House Price Index (HM Land Registry)

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

- **1y growth (index):** -1.4%
- **5y growth (index):** 9.1%
- **10y growth (index):** 58.9%

## Flood risk

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

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Property details

Tenure

LEASEHOLD (120 years remaining on lease)

Floor area

94 m²

Council tax band

Last sold

£309,403 Feb 2020

Price per m²

£2,606/m²

Local average

£291,831 (-16%)

Street crime

5 incidents within 1 mile (Apr 2026)

Key features

Two Bedroom / Two Bathrooms
21st Floor
Close to Deansgate and Oxford Rd Station
Owner Occupiers or Investors Invited
24 Hour Concierge
807 Sq Ft / 75 Sq M

Additional details

Electricity: Mains supply
Broadband: FTTP (fibre to the premises)
Water: Mains supply
Sewerage: Mains supply
Heating: Electric
Listed property: No
Restrictions: No
Required access: No
Rights of way: No
Flooded in last 5 years: No

Description

Situated in the heart of Manchester, this modern 21st floor 2-bedroom apartment in Axis Tower offers contemporary city living with impressive views. The open-plan living area is designed with a bright and airy feel, complemented by a fully equipped kitchen with integrated appliances, perfect for easy everyday living.

This property offers City Views from it's private Juliet balcony in the reception space as well as two very large double bedrooms; an en-suite to the master and separate bathroom suite, as well as extensive hallways storage.

Axis Tower offers a range of premium amenities, including secure entry, concierge service, and a well-maintained communal area. With excellent transport links nearby, this apartment is ideal for anyone looking to live in the heart of the city, whether for work or leisure. Enjoy the convenience of city centre living while being just moments away from key transport routes and local attractions.

Can be sold vacant or with tenant in situe paying £1650 PCM (7.63% gross yield)

Additional Information:
Size - 807 Sq Ft / 75 Sq M
Service Charge - Circa £3096 per annum
Ground Rent - Circa £412 per annum
Leasehold - Circa 120 years remaining

Listed by

Manchester

Settio Property Experience Ltd

Reference: 163676606

EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost

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Flood risk

Zone: 1

Risk: Low

Job (default Low)

Floorplans

Other

EPC Graphs

Other

Price history

Event	Date	Price	% change
Listed for sale	—	£245,000	-20.8%
Sold	13/02/2020 (6 years ago)	£309,403	—

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
1 APARTMENT 147 JORDAN STREET, MANCHESTER, GREATER MANCHESTER, M15 4QX	£210,000	19/12/2025	Flat
THE ROPEWORKS, 35 APARTMENT 37 LITTLE PETER STREET, MANCHESTER, GREATER MANCHESTER, M15 4QJ	£160,000	12/12/2025	Flat
THE HACIENDA, 11 - 15 902 WHITWORTH STREET WEST, MANCHESTER, GREATER MANCHESTER, M1 5DD	£300,000	15/08/2025	Flat
1 APARTMENT 109 JORDAN STREET, MANCHESTER, GREATER MANCHESTER, M15 4QX	£202,000	15/08/2025	Flat
THE HACIENDA, 11 - 15 101 WHITWORTH STREET WEST, MANCHESTER, GREATER MANCHESTER, M1 5DB	£250,000	31/07/2025	Flat
THE ROPE WORKS, 33 APARTMENT 8 LITTLE PETER STREET, MANCHESTER, GREATER MANCHESTER, M15 4QH	£240,000	09/05/2025	Flat
1 APARTMENT 18 JORDAN STREET, MANCHESTER, GREATER MANCHESTER, M15 4QU	£250,000	05/12/2024	Flat
THE ROPEWORKS, 33 APARTMENT 40 LITTLE PETER STREET, MANCHESTER, GREATER MANCHESTER, M15 4QH	£180,000	08/11/2023	Flat
BEETHAM TOWER, 301 APARTMENT 3410 DEANSGATE, MANCHESTER, GREATER MANCHESTER, M3 4LU	£285,000	11/09/2023	Flat
THE HACIENDA, 11 - 15 G12 WHITWORTH STREET WEST, MANCHESTER, GREATER MANCHESTER, M1 5DE	£160,000	08/09/2023	Flat
1 APARTMENT 75 JORDAN STREET, MANCHESTER, GREATER MANCHESTER, M15 4QU	£210,000	25/08/2023	Flat
THE HACIENDA, 11 - 15 G07 WHITWORTH STREET WEST, MANCHESTER, GREATER MANCHESTER, M1 5DE	£175,000	28/07/2023	Flat
BEETHAM TOWER, 301 APARTMENT 3604 DEANSGATE, MANCHESTER, GREATER MANCHESTER, M3 4LU	£177,500	27/06/2023	Flat
THE HACIENDA, 11 - 15 1101 WHITWORTH STREET WEST, MANCHESTER, GREATER MANCHESTER, M1 5DD	£645,000	19/06/2023	Flat
THE HACIENDA, 11 - 15 609 WHITWORTH STREET WEST, MANCHESTER, GREATER MANCHESTER, M1 5DE	£180,000	02/06/2023	Flat
THE ROPEWORKS, 35 APARTMENT 14 LITTLE PETER STREET, MANCHESTER, GREATER MANCHESTER, M15 4QJ	£138,000	24/02/2023	Flat
AXIS TOWER, 9 FLAT 150 WHITWORTH STREET WEST, MANCHESTER, GREATER MANCHESTER, M1 5JD	£267,000	20/12/2022	Flat
BEETHAM TOWER, 301 APARTMENT 3006 DEANSGATE, MANCHESTER, GREATER MANCHESTER, M3 4LT	£280,000	09/12/2022	Flat
BEETHAM TOWER, 301 APARTMENT 2506 DEANSGATE, MANCHESTER, GREATER MANCHESTER, M3 4LT	£265,000	09/12/2022	Flat
BEETHAM TOWER, 301 APARTMENT 3401 DEANSGATE, MANCHESTER, GREATER MANCHESTER, M3 4LU	£160,000	09/12/2022	Flat

Area average: £236,725 (20 sales)

Capital growth trend

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

5y growth -6.7%

10y growth 26.6%

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

1y (index) -1.4%

5y (index) 9.1%

10y (index) 58.9%

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: £449/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)

Location

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Address

9 Whitworth Street West

Nearby

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

Type	Name	Distance
Shop	DPStanley Specialist Cars	0.0 miles
Shop	GT Auto's	0.1 miles
Bus stop	Deansgate Station	0.1 miles
Bus stop	Medlock Street/City Road East	0.1 miles
Train station	Deansgate	0.1 miles
Train station	Manchester Oxford Road	0.3 miles
University	Manchester Metropolitan University – All Saints Campus	0.5 miles
University	Manchester Metropolitan University	0.5 miles
Hospital	Manchester Royal Infirmary	1.2 miles
Hospital	Plymouth Grove Medical Centre	1.3 miles

Street-level crime

Category	Count
Violence and sexual offences	3
Other crime	1
Other theft	1
Total incidents	5

Within 1 mile during Apr 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
St Philip's Church of England Primary School	Primary	0.4 miles	Good — 5 Feb 2014
St Wilfrid's RC Primary School	Primary	0.4 miles	Good — 25 Jun 2023
The Manchester Metropolitan University	Other	0.5 miles	— (No rating)
Abbey College 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
2 Bed Flat, The Ropeworks, M15	£1,600/mo	2	0.06 miles	OpenRent

Average rent: £1,600/mo (1 listing)

Rent-driven metrics

Based on OpenRent comparables.

Rent ratio 0.65%

Max investor price (0.8%) £200,000

Target investor price (1%) £160,000

Gross yield 7.8%

Cost-to-rent ratio 12.8×

Monthly cashflow £450/mo 75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term

Cash-on-cash ROI 7.6%

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).