Sold STC Flat

53 TALIESIN COURT

CARDIFF, CARDIFF CF10 5NH

2 beds 2 baths Listed 27 Jun 2025 (-388d)

£190,000

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Property details

Tenure

LEASEHOLD

Council tax band

F

EPC rating

C

Last sold

£183,500 Feb 2026

Price per m²

£2,436/m²

Local average

£179,578 (+5.8%)

Street crime

768 incidents within 1 mile (May 2026)

Key features

  • Stylish First Floor Apartment
  • Private Balcony off Spacious Lounge
  • Two Double Bedrooms, Two Bathrooms
  • Ensuite to Master Bedroom
  • Allocated Parking + Visitor Bays
  • Exclusive Access to Gym, Pool, and 24-Hour Concierge
  • Highly Desirable Gated Development – Century Wharf
  • Lift Access and Secure Entry
  • Short Walk to Cardiff Bay and City Centre
  • Central Heating - 2 - Allocated parking spaces - Leasehold-(see details in description )

Additional details

Water
Mains supply
Sewerage
Mains supply
Heating
Double glazing, Central
Parking
Yes
Garden
Communal garden

Description

Modern Living in a Prime Cardiff Bay Location
Set within the prestigious gated development of Century Wharf, this beautifully presented two-bedroom, two-bathroom first floor apartment combines contemporary comfort with urban convenience. Perfectly located just a short stroll from Cardiff Bay and the city centre, this is an ideal first-time buy, investment, or stylish city base.
Step inside via secure communal access with lift or stairwell and you’re welcomed into a generous entrance hallway with useful storage. The heart of the home is the bright, spacious lounge that opens directly onto a private balcony, a perfect spot to unwind or entertain. Adjacent, a separate kitchen  featuring modern cabinetry, integrated appliances, and room for fridge and freezer.
The large master bedroom includes fitted wardrobes and a sleek en-suite, while the second double bedroom also boasts built-in storage. A contemporary family bathroom completes the interior.
Enjoy added comforts such as electric heating, allocated parking, and access to visitor bays. As a resident of Century Wharf, you’ll benefit from on-site amenities including a swimming pool, jacuzzi, gym, and a 24-hour concierge – all designed to enhance your lifestyle.
Century Wharf offers secure, stylish living with everything you need just steps away from the vibrant bars and restaurants of Mermaid Quay to excellent transport links and the cultural heartbeat of Cardiff.
Viewings highly recommended – contact us today to book your appointment.
Tenure
We are advised by the vendor that the property is leasehold -
 We have been informed by the owner of following information. - Ground Rent £114 per year - Service Charge - £1,500.00 per 6-months -  Years left on Lease (ask Agent)
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Sterling Homes have not tested any of the electrical, central heating, appliances or equipment. Purchasers should make their own investigations as to the workings of the relevant items. All room measurements and mileages quoted in these sales particulars are approximate. These are issued in good faith, but do not constitute representations of fact or form part of any offer or contract. The matters referred to in these particulars should be independently verified by prospective buyers or tenants. Neither Sterling Homes nor any of its employees or agents has any authority to make or give any representation or warranty whatever in relation to this property.
 
 
 
 

Listed by

Birmingham

Sterling Homes

Reference: 163905560

EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost

Current rating: C

Potential rating: B

Inspection date: 19/02/2024

Expiry date: 18/02/2034

Est. upgrade cost to C: £2,190

Recommendations

  • Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (£35)
  • High heat retention storage heaters (£1,200 - £1,800)
  • Heat recovery system for mixer showers (£585 - £725)

View full EPC on gov.uk

Flood risk

Zone: 1

Risk: Low

Job (default Low)

Floorplans

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Floorplan 1

EPC Graphs

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Price history

20% since 2010

Event Date Price % change
Sold 11/02/2026 (5 months ago) £183,500 +12.6%
Sold 04/09/2015 (10 years ago) £163,000 +6.9%
Sold 12/08/2010 (15 years ago) £152,500

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
74 PENSTONE COURT, CARDIFF, CF10 5NN £155,000 09/01/2026 Flat
97 LYNTON COURT, CARDIFF, CF10 5NG £210,000 11/12/2025 Flat
48 LYNTON COURT, CARDIFF, CF10 5NF £130,000 05/12/2025 Flat
GENEVA HOUSE, 6 PENSTONE COURT, CARDIFF, CF10 5NL £241,500 25/11/2025 Flat
48 TALIESIN COURT, CARDIFF, CF10 5NH £195,000 17/11/2025 Flat
82 LYNTON COURT, CARDIFF, CF10 5NG £232,000 02/10/2025 Flat
83 PENSTONE COURT, CARDIFF, CF10 5NN £440,000 30/09/2025 Flat
31 SOUDREY WAY, CARDIFF, CF10 5FW £111,500 29/09/2025 Flat
46 JUDKIN COURT, CARDIFF, CF10 5AU £195,000 30/06/2025 Flat
GENEVA HOUSE, 29 PENSTONE COURT, CARDIFF, CF10 5NL £153,000 14/12/2023 Flat
GENEVA HOUSE, 8 PENSTONE COURT, CARDIFF, CF10 5NL £152,000 30/11/2023 Flat
13 TALIESIN COURT, CARDIFF, CF10 5NH £192,500 30/11/2023 Flat
13 CARLOTTA WAY, CARDIFF, CF10 5FY £123,000 09/10/2023 Flat
VIENNA HOUSE, 36 PENSTONE COURT, CARDIFF, CF10 5NL £152,500 09/06/2023 Flat
4 CARLOTTA WAY, CARDIFF, CF10 5FY £123,000 26/05/2023 Flat
66 PENSTONE COURT, CARDIFF, CF10 5NN £235,000 31/03/2023 Flat
15 JUDKIN COURT, CARDIFF, CF10 5AU £205,000 16/12/2022 Flat
VIENNA HOUSE, 51 PENSTONE COURT, CARDIFF, CF10 5NL £154,000 12/12/2022 Flat
15 TALIESIN COURT, CARDIFF, CF10 5NH £215,000 09/12/2022 Flat
VIENNA HOUSE, 56 PENSTONE COURT, CARDIFF, CF10 5NL £215,000 28/10/2022 Flat

Area average: £191,500 (20 sales)

Capital growth trend

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

5y growth -10.3%
10y growth 21%

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

1y (index) -1.8%
5y (index) 9.4%
10y (index) 28.4%

Rental Range

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

Low £1,041/mo
Realistic £1,157/mo
Optimistic £1,273/mo

Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → Cardiff.

Location

Nearby

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

Type Name Distance
Bus stop Dumballs Road (5) 0.0 miles
Shop A&K General Store 0.1 miles
Bus stop Unknown 0.1 miles
Shop Industry Ink 0.1 miles
Train station Cardiff Bay 0.2 miles
Train station Cardiff Central 0.8 miles
Hospital Nuffield Health Cardiff Bay Hospital 1.2 miles
Hospital Llandough Hospital 1.9 miles
University University of South Wales 5.0 miles

Street-level crime

Category Count
Violence and sexual offences 230
Shoplifting 121
Anti-social behaviour 117
Public order 88
Criminal damage and arson 51
Vehicle crime 38
Other theft 36
Drugs 25
Bicycle theft 19
Robbery 13
Burglary 9
Theft from the person 8
Other crime 7
Possession of weapons 6
Total incidents 768

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
Mount Stuart Primary Other 0.2 miles (No rating)
Ysgol Gynradd Gymraeg Hamadryad Other 0.3 miles (No rating)
St Cuthbert's R.C. Primary School Other 0.5 miles (No rating)
Tabouk Community School Other 0.5 miles (No rating)
Grangetown Junior School Other 0.5 miles (No rating)

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, Harrowby St, CF10 £700/mo 2 0.16 miles OpenRent

Average rent: £700/mo (1 listing)

Rent-driven metrics

Based on OpenRent comparables.

Rent ratio 0.37%
Max investor price (0.8%) £87,500
Target investor price (1%) £70,000
Gross yield 4.4%
Cost-to-rent ratio 22.6×
Monthly cashflow £-143/mo 75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term
Cash-on-cash ROI -3.1%
  • 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).