Sold STC Terraced

6 ELGIN STREET

SWANSEA, MANSELTON, SWANSEA SA5 8QF

2 beds 1 baths 116 m² Listed 4 Aug 2025 (-364d)

£160,000

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Property details

Tenure

FREEHOLD

Floor area

116 m²

EPC rating

C

Last sold

£76,500 Mar 2023

Price per m²

£1,379/m²

Local average

£143,500 (+11.5%)

Street crime

308 incidents within 1 mile (Jun 2026)

Key features

  • Front Courtyard & Rear Garden
  • FTTP Superfast Broadband Available (up to 1Gb)
  • Ideal First Time Buy/Investment Opportunity
  • Gas Central Heating
  • Freehold
  • Great Transport Links
  • Close To All Local Amenities
  • Open Plan Lounge/Diner
  • Two Bedroom Plus Attic Room
  • Terraced

Additional details

Garden
Yes

Description

EPC band: E


Yopa are pleased to present this three-storey, two-bedroom (plus attic room) terraced property, located in the popular residential area of Manselton, Swansea.


This spacious and well-presented home offers versatile accommodation across three floors, making it ideal for first-time buyers, families, or investors alike. Situated in a sought-after location, the property benefits from excellent local amenities and transport links.








Local Amenities in Manselton:




Manselton is a well-connected and established residential area close to Swansea city centre. Amenities include:



Local shops and convenience stores
Primary and secondary schools within walking distance
Public transport links with regular bus routes to Swansea city centre and beyond
Easy access to the M4 motorway
Parks and green spaces, including Manselton Park
GP surgeries, pharmacies, and dental practices
Cafés, pubs, and takeaway restaurants
Nearby retail parks and supermarkets including Tesco Extra and Aldi










Property Overview:




Set over three floors, the property offers a generous layout:








GROUND FLOOR





Porch (1.26m x 1.08m) – Access to the hallway
Hallway – Stairs to first floor, under-stairs storage, radiator, doors to;
Lounge (3.53m x 3.07m) – uPVC bay window to front, radiator, open to;
Dining Room (3.74m x 2.88m) – uPVC French doors to rear garden, radiator
Kitchen (4.30m x 2.83m) – uPVC window to side, range of wall and base units, integrated fridge/freezer, cupboard housing combination boiler, door to;
Utility Room (1.68m x 1.27m) – uPVC door to rear, plumbing for washer/dryer
Bathroom (2.84m x 1.68m) – uPVC frosted window to rear, bath, corner shower, pedestal hand wash basin, and radiator










FIRST FLOOR





Landing – uPVC window to rear, stairs to attic, doors to;
Bedroom One (4.48m x 3.39m) – Spacious double, uPVC window to front, radiator
Bedroom Two (3.49m x 2.65m) – Double room, uPVC window to rear, radiator










SECOND FLOOR





Attic Room (4.39m x 4.51m) – Velux windows to front and rear, eaves storage










EXTERNAL





Front: Courtyard laid to patio.
Rear: Enclosed garden with artificial lawn, decking and patio area, outside power supply, tap, and rear access








This property offers excellent potential and a great opportunity to settle in a popular and convenient location.


Viewings are highly recommended. Contact Yopa today to arrange a viewing!
Disclaimer
Whilst we make enquiries with the Seller to ensure the information provided is accurate, Yopa makes no representations or warranties of any kind with respect to the statements contained in the particulars which should not be relied upon as representations of fact. All representations contained in the particulars are based on details supplied by the Seller. Your Conveyancer is legally responsible for ensuring any purchase agreement fully protects your position. Please inform us if you become aware of any information being inaccurate.
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Listed by

Midlands, South West & Wales

Yopa Property Ltd

Reference: 165345068

EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost

Current rating: C

Potential rating: C

Inspection date: 19/03/2026

Expiry date: 18/03/2036

Est. upgrade cost to C: £19,450

Recommendations

  • Cavity wall insulation (£900 - £1,500)
  • 50 mm internal or external wall insulation (£7,500 - £11,000)
  • Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp (£8,000 - £10,000)

View full EPC on gov.uk

Flood risk

Zone: 1

Risk: Low

Job (default Low)

Floorplans

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FENSA Certificates

This property has 2 FENSA certificate(s) on record, indicating window/door installations by FENSA-approved installers.

FENSA Certificate #2044421

Property Details

Street: 6 Elgin Street

Town: Manselton

Postcode: SA5 8QF

Installation Details

Items: 3 windows

Certificate Issued: 14/09/2004

Work Completed: 24/08/2004

This certificate data was retrieved from FENSA's database

FENSA Certificate #961974

Property Details

Street: 6 Elgin Street

Town: Manselton

Postcode: SA5 8QF

Installation Details

Items: 5 windows

Certificate Issued: 19/09/2003

Work Completed: 08/08/2003

This certificate data was retrieved from FENSA's database

What is FENSA? FENSA (Fenestration Self-Assessment Scheme) is a government-authorised scheme that monitors building regulation compliance for replacement windows and doors. Certificates indicate that work was completed by FENSA-approved installers.

Price history

-9% since 2006

Event Date Price % change
Sold 03/03/2023 (3 years ago) £76,500 -8.9%
Sold 30/01/2006 (20 years ago) £84,000

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
33 CLARE STREET, MANSELTON, SWANSEA, SA5 9PG £135,000 19/01/2026 Terraced
100 ROBERT STREET, MANSELTON, SWANSEA, SA5 9NA £131,500 16/01/2026 Terraced
96 CECIL STREET, MANSELTON, SWANSEA, SA5 8QH £225,000 17/12/2025 Terraced
35 CLARE STREET, MANSELTON, SWANSEA, SA5 9PG £90,000 11/11/2025 Terraced
58 BRONDEG, MANSELTON, SWANSEA, SA5 8PY £150,000 12/09/2025 Terraced
88 CECIL STREET, MANSELTON, SWANSEA, SA5 8QH £180,000 27/08/2025 Terraced
84 CECIL STREET, MANSELTON, SWANSEA, SA5 8QH £102,000 26/08/2025 Terraced
6 MANSELTON ROAD, MANSELTON, SWANSEA, SA5 8PG £188,500 29/07/2025 Terraced
Same street 3 ELGIN STREET, MANSELTON, SWANSEA, SA5 8QF £185,000 16/04/2025 Terraced
21 MILLWOOD STREET, MANSELTON, SWANSEA, SA5 9JZ £166,000 11/02/2025 Terraced
Same street 1 ELGIN STREET, MANSELTON, SWANSEA, SA5 8QF £163,500 25/07/2024 Terraced
36 MILLWOOD STREET, MANSELTON, SWANSEA, SA5 9JZ £155,000 30/11/2023 Terraced
49 MANOR ROAD, MANSELTON, SWANSEA, SA5 9PD £70,000 27/11/2023 Terraced
107 MANOR ROAD, MANSELTON, SWANSEA, SA5 9PN £152,000 20/10/2023 Terraced
38 KILDARE STREET, MANSELTON, SWANSEA, SA5 9PH £205,000 20/10/2023 Terraced
62 ROBERT STREET, MANSELTON, SWANSEA, SA5 9NB £101,000 15/08/2023 Terraced
30 BOHUN STREET, MANSELTON, SWANSEA, SA5 9LA £127,500 09/08/2023 Terraced
29 MANSELTON ROAD, MANSELTON, SWANSEA, SA5 8PQ £175,000 04/08/2023 Terraced
38 MILLWOOD STREET, MANSELTON, SWANSEA, SA5 9JZ £128,000 31/07/2023 Terraced
65 MONTEREY STREET, MANSELTON, SWANSEA, SA5 9PF £137,000 23/06/2023 Terraced
21 WALTERS STREET, MANSELTON, SWANSEA, SA5 9PL £164,000 19/06/2023 Terraced
27 ZOUCH STREET, MANSELTON, SWANSEA, SA5 9PJ £168,000 26/05/2023 Terraced
Same street 2 ELGIN STREET, MANSELTON, SWANSEA, SA5 8QF £167,000 06/10/2022 Terraced
Same street 24 ELGIN STREET, MANSELTON, SWANSEA, SA5 8QF £112,926 19/08/2022 Terraced

Street average: £157,107 (4 sales)

Area average: £147,525 (20 sales)

Capital growth trend

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

5y growth 22.2%
10y growth 73.5%

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

1y (index) 1.9%
5y (index) 27.1%
10y (index) 58.9%

Rental Range

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

Low £759/mo
Realistic £843/mo
Optimistic £927/mo

Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → Swansea.

Location

Nearby

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

Type Name Distance
Bus stop Elgin Street East 0.1 miles
Shop Lemongrass Therapies 0.3 miles
Shop Swansea Wedding Decorators 0.3 miles
Train station Swansea 1.1 miles
University Swansea University 2.1 miles
University Unknown 2.6 miles
Hospital Morriston Hospital 3.1 miles
Train station Llansamlet 3.2 miles
Hospital Gower Physiotherapy Clinic 5.8 miles

Street-level crime

Category Count
Violence and sexual offences 117
Public order 46
Shoplifting 36
Criminal damage and arson 31
Anti-social behaviour 28
Vehicle crime 13
Other theft 10
Drugs 9
Burglary 5
Possession of weapons 5
Other crime 4
Robbery 2
Bicycle theft 1
Theft from the person 1
Total incidents 308

Within 1 mile during Jun 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
Pentrehafod School Other 0.5 miles (No rating)
Waun Wen Primary School Other 0.5 miles (No rating)
Hafod Primary School Other 0.6 miles (No rating)
Gwyrosydd Junior School Other 0.7 miles (No rating)
Gwyrosydd Infants School Other 0.7 miles (No rating)

Rental Comparables

Rental listings exist nearby, but none matched the 2-bedroom count for this property.

Rent-driven metrics

Based on Area rent estimate.

Rent ratio 0.53%
Max investor price (0.8%) £105,375
Target investor price (1%) £84,300
  • 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).