# 4 bedroom apartment for sale (M3 3AH) ## Property Details | Key | Value | |-----|-------| | Address | APARTMENT 1402, 12 LEFTBANK, MANCHESTER, GREATER MANCHESTER M3 3AH | | Price | £1,700,000 | | Bedrooms | 4 | | Bathrooms | 4 | | Last sold | £1,500,000 Oct 2022 | ## Description Positioned at the very pinnacle of the iconic Leftbank development in the heart of Manchester city centre, this exceptional four-bedroom penthouse represents one of the finest residential opportunities currently available at £1.7 million. Commanding breathtaking, uninterrupted views across the city skyline, this remarkable residence offers the ultimate luxury pied-à-terre or primary home for the discerning buyer seeking privacy, scale and prestige in equal measure. Occupying an expansive single level, the apartment has been meticulously finished to an outstanding specification throughout. The principal living space is nothing short of spectacular - an impressive open-plan environment flooded with natural light from dual-aspect glazing and full-height bi-fold doors. These open seamlessly onto a substantial private terrace and additional balcony, creating a rare indoor-outdoor lifestyle in the very centre of the city. Whether hosting elegant dinner parties or enjoying quiet evenings above the skyline, this space is designed to impress. The dining area flows effortlessly into a striking contemporary kitchen, appointed with sleek high-gloss cabinetry, premium stone work surfaces and a full suite of state-of-the-art integrated appliances. Both functional and beautifully executed, this is a kitchen designed for entertaining at scale. All four bedrooms are generous doubles, each benefitting from its own luxurious en-suite bathroom, delivering exceptional comfort and privacy for residents and guests alike. The principal suite is a sanctuary in its own right, complete with a substantial walk-in wardrobe and a beautifully appointed en-suite. Each bedroom is finished in refined, neutral tones with high-end detailing throughout. Residents of Leftbank enjoy the convenience and security of a 24-hour concierge service, alongside two secure underground parking spaces - a rare and valuable asset in this prime central location. This is a rare opportunity to acquire a trophy penthouse in one of Manchester's most sought-after developments - combining scale, specification and panoramic views in a way that is seldom available to the open market. ## Property Photos - ![Photo](/listings/photos/172544993/56038) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/172544993/56041) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/172544993/56044) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/172544993/56046) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/172544993/56048) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/172544993/56050) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/172544993/56053) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/172544993/56057) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/172544993/56059) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/172544993/56062) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/172544993/56065) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/172544993/56068) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/172544993/56072) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/172544993/56074) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/172544993/56076) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/172544993/56080) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/172544993/56083) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/172544993/56086) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/172544993/56089) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/172544993/56091) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/172544993/56094) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/172544993/56097) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/172544993/56100) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/172544993/56103) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/172544993/56105) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/172544993/56107) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/172544993/56108) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/172544993/56111) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/172544993/56114) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/172544993/56117) ## Floorplans - ![Floorplan 1](/listings/photos/172544993/56120) - Floorplan 1 ## EPC Graphs - ![EPC 1](/listings/photos/172544993/56125) - EPC 1 ## Sales History *Recorded sales for this property. Data from Land Registry Price Paid.* | Address | Price | Date | Type | |---------|-------|------|------| | 12 APARTMENT 1402 LEFTBANK, MANCHESTER, GREATER MANCHESTER, M3 3AH | £1,500,000 | 11/10/2022 | Flat | | 12 APARTMENT 1402 LEFTBANK, MANCHESTER, GREATER MANCHESTER, M3 3AH | £1,225,000 | 24/01/2017 | 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 | |---------|-------|------|------| | 18 APARTMENT 402 LEFTBANK, MANCHESTER, GREATER MANCHESTER, M3 3AJ | £405,000 | 19/12/2025 | Flat | | [Same street] 12 APARTMENT 1016 LEFTBANK, MANCHESTER, GREATER MANCHESTER, M3 3AH | £295,000 | 30/07/2024 | Flat | | [Same street] 12 APARTMENT 1013 LEFTBANK, MANCHESTER, GREATER MANCHESTER, M3 3AH | £310,000 | 23/02/2024 | Flat | | [Same street] 12 APARTMENT 1221 LEFTBANK, MANCHESTER, GREATER MANCHESTER, M3 3AH | £180,000 | 13/02/2024 | Flat | | 18 APARTMENT 508 LEFTBANK, MANCHESTER, GREATER MANCHESTER, M3 3AJ | £255,500 | 20/12/2023 | Flat | | 12 APARTMENT 715 LEFTBANK, MANCHESTER, GREATER MANCHESTER, M3 3AG | £260,000 | 27/10/2023 | Flat | | 12 APARTMENT 521 LEFTBANK, MANCHESTER, GREATER MANCHESTER, M3 3AG | £210,000 | 08/09/2023 | Flat | | 12 APARTMENT 422 LEFTBANK, MANCHESTER, GREATER MANCHESTER, M3 3AG | £270,000 | 30/06/2023 | Flat | | 6 APARTMENT 1028 LEFTBANK, MANCHESTER, GREATER MANCHESTER, M3 3AF | £250,000 | 16/06/2023 | Flat | | 12 APARTMENT 220 LEFTBANK, MANCHESTER, GREATER MANCHESTER, M3 3AG | £205,000 | 09/06/2023 | Flat | | [Same street] 12 APARTMENT 1322 LEFTBANK, MANCHESTER, GREATER MANCHESTER, M3 3AH | £280,000 | 24/02/2023 | Flat | | 18 APARTMENT 812 LEFTBANK, MANCHESTER, GREATER MANCHESTER, M3 3AJ | £290,000 | 10/02/2023 | Flat | | 12 APARTMENT 318 LEFTBANK, MANCHESTER, GREATER MANCHESTER, M3 3AG | £249,000 | 27/07/2022 | Flat | | 6 APARTMENT 932 LEFTBANK, MANCHESTER, GREATER MANCHESTER, M3 3AF | £205,000 | 27/12/2021 | Flat | | 18 APARTMENT 908 LEFTBANK, MANCHESTER, GREATER MANCHESTER, M3 3AL | £310,000 | 09/08/2021 | Flat | **Street average:** £266,250 (4 sales) **Area average:** £264,500 (11 sales) ## Price vs local average *Outcode + property type (HousePrices, last 2 years).* - **Local average:** £283,855 (355 Flat, M3, 2024–2026) - **Deviation:** +498.9% ## Rental Range *ONS Price Index of Private Rents (Manchester). Low / Realistic / Optimistic = conservative / average / best case.* - **Low:** £1,222/mo - **Realistic:** £1,358/mo - **Optimistic:** £1,494/mo ## LHA (Local Housing Allowance) *VOA 30th percentile rent floor for Central Greater Manchester (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026).* - **LHA floor (this property size):** £1,346/mo ## 1% Rule - **Rent ratio:** 0.08% (weak for cashflow) - **Max investor price (0.8%):** £169,750 - **Target investor price (1%):** £135,800 *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 Area rent estimate.* ## Capital growth trend *Land Registry outcode average from sold prices: last 12 months vs 5y and 10y ago.* - **5y growth:** -13% - **10y growth:** 25% ## House Price Index (HM Land Registry) *Official index for Manchester; Flats and maisonettes series; as of May 2026.* - **1y growth (index):** -2% - **5y growth (index):** 9.1% - **10y growth (index):** 56.3% ## 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)