For sale Flat

Buy To Let - Investment Opportunity

M32 9GA

1 beds 1 baths Listed 5 Jun 2026 (-15d)

£177,000

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# 1 bedroom flat for sale (M32 9GA)

## Property Details

| Key | Value |
|-----|-------|
| Address | Buy to let - investment opportunity, M32 9GA |
| Price | £177,000 |
| Bedrooms | 1 |
| Bathrooms | 1 |

## Description

Just over a kilometre from the Trafford Centre and close to the forthcoming Therme Manchester wellness resort, the development is ideally positioned within a rapidly evolving destination for retail, leisure, and lifestyle. This strategic location is expected to support strong and consistent demand from both long-term tenants and short-stay visitors.

The apartments have been thoughtfully designed to maximise space, comfort, and functionality, with high-quality finishes throughout. Whether for professionals, couples, sharers, or small families, these homes provide contemporary living in a well-connected location.

With prices starting from just £178,000 and a 20% deposit requirement, the development presents an accessible opportunity for a wide range of buyers.

From an investment perspective, the scheme offers compelling potential, with projected rental yields of up to 16% and anticipated capital growth exceeding 31% by Q2 2027. These forecasts reflect Trafford’s ongoing regeneration, growing popularity, and strong demand for quality housing.

Manchester remains one of the UK's strongest-performing property markets, and Trafford continues to benefit from significant investment in infrastructure, leisure facilities, and residential development—supporting long-term growth and rental demand.

Development Highlights

Prime Trafford location close to major retail and leisure attractions

Collection of over 100 newly refurbished apartments

Mix of one and two-bedroom homes available

Ideal for professionals, couples, sharers, and families

Prices from £178,000

Strong rental yield and capital growth potential

Get in touch today to secure your preferred apartment or request further information.

## Property Photos

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## Sold Comparables

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

| Address | Price | Date | Type |
|---------|-------|------|------|
| 416A BARTON ROAD, STRETFORD, MANCHESTER, TRAFFORD, GREATER MANCHESTER, M32 9RW | £166,000 | 31/03/2023 | Flat |
| 13 SELBY CLOSE, STRETFORD, MANCHESTER, TRAFFORD, GREATER MANCHESTER, M32 9PP | £125,000 | 14/01/2022 | Flat |

**Area average:** £145,500 (2 sales)

## Price vs local average

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

- **Local average:** £157,423 (13 Flat, M32, 2024–2026)
- **Deviation:** +12.4%

## Rental Range

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

- **Low:** £1,223/mo
- **Realistic:** £1,359/mo
- **Optimistic:** £1,495/mo

## LHA (Local Housing Allowance)

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

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

## 1% Rule

- **Rent ratio:** 0.77% (weak for cashflow)
- **Max investor price (0.8%):** £169,875
- **Target investor price (1%):** £135,900

*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:** 9.6%
- **10y growth:** 36%

## House Price Index (HM Land Registry)

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

- **1y growth (index):** -3.6%
- **5y growth (index):** 6.8%
- **10y growth (index):** 40.9%

## 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

£157,423 (+12.4%)

Deprivation

Decile 3 (7,169 of 33,755)

Street crime

1 incident within 1 mile (Apr 2026)

Key features

BUY TO LET INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY
RETURNS UPTO 10% NET YIELD
PART OF THE HUGE REGENERATION PROJECT TAKING PLACE IN THE AREA
SHORT TERM LETS ALLOWED

Description

Located within one of Greater Manchester’s most exciting regeneration hotspots, this development offers an excellent opportunity to purchase a modern apartment in a thriving and fast-growing area. Comprising over 100 newly refurbished homes, the scheme features a mix of one and two-bedroom apartments designed to appeal to both homeowners and investors.

Just over a kilometre from the Trafford Centre and close to the forthcoming Therme Manchester wellness resort, the development is ideally positioned within a rapidly evolving destination for retail, leisure, and lifestyle. This strategic location is expected to support strong and consistent demand from both long-term tenants and short-stay visitors.

The apartments have been thoughtfully designed to maximise space, comfort, and functionality, with high-quality finishes throughout. Whether for professionals, couples, sharers, or small families, these homes provide contemporary living in a well-connected location.

With prices starting from just £178,000 and a 20% deposit requirement, the development presents an accessible opportunity for a wide range of buyers.

From an investment perspective, the scheme offers compelling potential, with projected rental yields of up to 16% and anticipated capital growth exceeding 31% by Q2 2027. These forecasts reflect Trafford’s ongoing regeneration, growing popularity, and strong demand for quality housing.

Manchester remains one of the UK's strongest-performing property markets, and Trafford continues to benefit from significant investment in infrastructure, leisure facilities, and residential development—supporting long-term growth and rental demand.

Development Highlights

Prime Trafford location close to major retail and leisure attractions
Collection of over 100 newly refurbished apartments
Mix of one and two-bedroom homes available
Ideal for professionals, couples, sharers, and families
Prices from £178,000
Strong rental yield and capital growth potential

Get in touch today to secure your preferred apartment or request further information.

Listed by

Manchester

Quartico Investments LTD

Reference: 89330829

EPC ratings on this postcode

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Address	Current	Potential	Floor area	Age band	Type
1 Rowsley Road, Stretford, MANCHESTER	68	84	72 m²	England and Wales: 1930-1949	Terraced
1, Rowsley Road, Stretford, MANCHESTER	68	86	71 m²	England and Wales: 1930-1949	Terraced
13, Rowsley Road, Stretford, MANCHESTER	68	86	81 m²	England and Wales: 1930-1949	Terraced
15, Rowsley Road, Stretford, MANCHESTER	66	83	70 m²	England and Wales: 1930-1949	Terraced
17, Rowsley Road, Stretford, MANCHESTER	72	87	71 m²	England and Wales: 1930-1949	Terraced
19 Rowsley Road, Stretford, MANCHESTER	72	89	80 m²	England and Wales: 1930-1949	Terraced
19, Rowsley Road, Stretford, MANCHESTER	70	85	80 m²	England and Wales: 1930-1949	Terraced
21 Rowsley Road, Stretford, MANCHESTER	68	87	71 m²	England and Wales: 1930-1949	Terraced
23 Rowsley Road, Stretford, MANCHESTER	68	86	71 m²	England and Wales: 1930-1949	Terraced
27 Rowsley Road, Stretford, MANCHESTER	71	86	72 m²	England and Wales: 1930-1949	Terraced
29, Rowsley Road, Stretford, MANCHESTER	68	84	72 m²	England and Wales: 1930-1949	Terraced
3, Rowsley Road, Stretford, MANCHESTER	50	87	74 m²	England and Wales: 1930-1949	Terraced
31, Rowsley Road, Stretford, MANCHESTER	66	85	80 m²	England and Wales: 1930-1949	Terraced
31, Rowsley Road, Stretford, MANCHESTER	56	85	83 m²	England and Wales: 1930-1949	Terraced
33 Rowsley Road, Stretford, MANCHESTER	67	87	70 m²	England and Wales: 1930-1949	Terraced

Flood risk

Zone: 1

Risk: Low

Job (default Low)

Price history

Event	Date	Price	% change
Listed for sale	—	£177,000	—

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
416A BARTON ROAD, STRETFORD, MANCHESTER, TRAFFORD, GREATER MANCHESTER, M32 9RW	£166,000	31/03/2023	Flat
13 SELBY CLOSE, STRETFORD, MANCHESTER, TRAFFORD, GREATER MANCHESTER, M32 9PP	£125,000	14/01/2022	Flat

Area average: £145,500 (2 sales)

Capital growth trend

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

5y growth 9.6%

10y growth 36%

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

1y (index) -3.6%

5y (index) 6.8%

10y (index) 40.9%

Rental Range

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

Low £1,223/mo

Realistic £1,359/mo

Optimistic £1,495/mo

Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → Trafford.

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

Location

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Address

Matlock Road

Nearby

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

Type	Name	Distance
Shop	New Reflections	0.1 miles
Shop	Tan-Wax & Relax	0.1 miles
Bus stop	Humphrey Park, Barton Road / outside Lostock Clinic	0.1 miles
Train station	Humphrey Park	0.1 miles
Bus stop	Chatsworth Road/Humphrey Park Station	0.1 miles
Train station	Trafford Park	0.7 miles
Hospital	Salford Gastric Bypass Surgery	2.7 miles
University	Manchester School of Art	3.8 miles
University	University of Law	4.1 miles
Hospital	Withington Clinic	4.4 miles

Street-level crime

Category	Count
Other crime	1
Total incidents	1

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
Lostock High School	Secondary	0.1 miles	Good — 25 Jun 2015
The Orchards	Other	0.4 miles	Good — 31 Jul 2019
St Hugh of Lincoln RC Primary School	Primary	0.4 miles	Good — 17 Mar 2024
Barton Clough Primary School	Primary	0.5 miles	Good — 15 May 2024
Moss Park Primary School	Primary	0.5 miles	Outstanding — 23 Jul 2009

Rental Comparables

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Rent-driven metrics

Based on Area rent estimate.

Rent ratio 0.77%

Max investor price (0.8%) £169,875

Target investor price (1%) £135,900

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).

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