# 4 bedroom penthouse for sale (M1 5JB) ## Property Details | Key | Value | |-----|-------| | Address | Axis Tower, 9 Whitworth Street West, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M1, M1 5JB | | Price | £3,250,000 | | Bedrooms | 4 | | Bathrooms | 5 | | Council tax | H | | Last sold | £2,400,000 | ## Description *Over 5500 SQFT of internal space!* Outstanding penthouse apartment in the iconic Axis Tower development. **Description** Savills are proud to present this exceptional penthouse apartment within the iconic Axis Tower development. Extending to approximately 5,555 sq ft, this remarkable residence is among the largest apartments in Manchester city centre, offering an exceptional level of living and entertaining space together with far reaching views across the city skyline. The accommodation has been thoughtfully arranged to provide a clear distinction between formal entertaining areas and private living quarters. At its heart is an impressive reception room, offering extensive space for both everyday living and larger gatherings. Separately, a bar area and dedicated dining room further enhance the apartment's entertaining credentials. The kitchen is fitted with a range of premium appliances and generous preparation space, complimented by a spacious breakfast room for informal dining. In addition, the property benefits from a dedicated cinema room, providing a private setting for enjoying films and sporting events from the comfort of home. There are four substantial double bedrooms, each benefitting from its own en suite bathroom, ensuring a high degree of comfort and privacy for both residents and guests. Further, a separate study offers flexibility and could be utilised as a fifth bedroom if required. The principal suite occupies its own private section of the apartment and incorporates an extensive dressing room together with a luxurious en suite bathroom, complete with a freestanding bath, twin wash basins and a separate walk-in shower. Large windows throughout the property maximise natural light and frame impressive views across Manchester. The scale of the accommodation, combined with a well-considered layout and high quality finishes, creates a home rarely available within the city centre market. Dual lift access serves the penthouse, providing convenient access throughout this unique residence. The apartment also benefits from the right to park with three parking spaces included. Representing a rare opportunity to acquire one of Manchester's most substantial and distinctive penthouse apartments, this outstanding home combines exceptional living space, extensive entertaining areas and panoramic city views within one of the city's landmark developments. Prospective parties are advised that the vendor is is currently reviewing a statutory lease extension to reduce the ground rent to a peppercorn, further information is available from the office. EWS1 Form available with A1 rating, completed 2020. **Location** Axis Tower sits in a prime M1 location in the very heart of Manchester City Centre. Oxford Road Station is only 0.4m walk allowing great access to train and tram links around Manchester. HOME Manchester is also situated only 0.2m distance, which provides an array of entertainment, food and beverage options. For sport and entertainment. Manchester's famous football stadiums Old Trafford (home to Manchester United) and the Etihad (home to Manchester City) are 2.2m and 2.3m away respectively. The Manchester Velodrome, part of the National Cycling Centre is also 2.9m distance, whilst Manchester tennis and racquet club also offers superb options for a variety of racket sports, including tennis, padel and squash to name a few, and is located only 1.1m distance. For cultural activities, locally residents are only 0.3m from the Palace Theatre, in addition to being 0.1m from Deansgate where you'll find an excellent choice of independent bars, restaurants and music choices. Please note, all distances provided are approximate. Square Footage: 5,555 sq ft Leasehold with approximately 118 years remaining. **Additional Info** Ground rent is reviewed in line with RPI every 5 years. Next review date is 2029. We are advised there is separate building insurance of £3,517 per annum. ## Property Photos - ![External](/listings/photos/93328365/2419555) - External - ![Living Area](/listings/photos/93328365/2419556) - Living Area - ![Living Area](/listings/photos/93328365/2419557) - Living Area - ![Living Area](/listings/photos/93328365/2419558) - Living Area - ![Living Area](/listings/photos/93328365/2419559) - Living Area - ![Dining Table](/listings/photos/93328365/2419560) - Dining Table - ![Dining Table](/listings/photos/93328365/2419561) - Dining Table - ![Dining Table](/listings/photos/93328365/2419562) - Dining Table - ![Dining Table](/listings/photos/93328365/2419563) - Dining Table - ![Kitchen](/listings/photos/93328365/2419564) - Kitchen - ![Cinema](/listings/photos/93328365/2419565) - Cinema - ![Hallway](/listings/photos/93328365/2419566) - Hallway - ![Hallway](/listings/photos/93328365/2419567) - Hallway - ![Bedroom](/listings/photos/93328365/2419568) - Bedroom - ![Bedroom](/listings/photos/93328365/2419569) - Bedroom - ![Bathroom](/listings/photos/93328365/2419570) - Bathroom - ![Bathroom](/listings/photos/93328365/2419571) - Bathroom - ![Bedroom](/listings/photos/93328365/2419572) - Bedroom - ![Bedroom](/listings/photos/93328365/2419573) - Bedroom - ![Bedroom](/listings/photos/93328365/2419574) - Bedroom - ![Bathroom](/listings/photos/93328365/2419575) - Bathroom - ![View](/listings/photos/93328365/2419576) - View - ![View](/listings/photos/93328365/2419577) - View ## Floorplans - ![Floorplan](/listings/photos/93328365/2419578) - Floorplan ## EPC Graphs - ![EPC Rating Graph](/listings/photos/93328365/2419579) - EPC Rating Graph ## 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 104 JORDAN STREET, MANCHESTER, GREATER MANCHESTER, M15 4QX | £201,000 | 01/12/2023 | Other | | 5 JORDAN STREET, MANCHESTER, GREATER MANCHESTER, M15 4PY | £810,000 | 18/08/2023 | Other | | 17 - 19 WHITWORTH STREET WEST, MANCHESTER, GREATER MANCHESTER, M1 5WG | £7,300,000 | 26/09/2022 | Other | | AXIS TOWER, 9 FLAT 124 WHITWORTH STREET WEST, MANCHESTER, GREATER MANCHESTER, M1 5JD | £1,457,583 | 25/02/2022 | Other | | AXIS TOWER, 9 FLAT 87 WHITWORTH STREET WEST, MANCHESTER, GREATER MANCHESTER, M1 5JD | £1,457,583 | 25/02/2022 | Other | | AXIS TOWER 9 FLAT 86 WHITWORTH STREET WEST, MANCHESTER, GREATER MANCHESTER, M1 5JD | £1,457,583 | 25/02/2022 | Other | | AXIS TOWER 9 FLAT 86 WHITWORTH STREET WEST, MANCHESTER, GREATER MANCHESTER, M1 5JD | £1,457,583 | 25/02/2022 | Other | **Area average:** £2,020,190 (7 sales) ## Price vs local average *Outcode + property type (HousePrices, last 2 years).* - **Local average:** £3,795,000 (2 Other, M1, 2024–2026) - **Deviation:** -14.4% ## Rental Range *ONS Price Index of Private Rents (Manchester). Low / Realistic / Optimistic = conservative / average / best case.* - **Low:** £1,236/mo - **Realistic:** £1,373/mo - **Optimistic:** £1,510/mo ## LHA (Local Housing Allowance) *VOA 30th percentile rent floor for West Pennine (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026).* - **LHA floor (this property size):** £760/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 | |------|------|------|------|------| | 4 Bed Detached House, Forest House Lane, LE3 | £2,000/mo | 4 | 73 miles | OpenRent | **Average rent: £2,000/mo (1 listing)** ## 1% Rule - **Rent ratio:** 0.06% (weak for cashflow) - **Max investor price (0.8%):** £250,000 - **Target investor price (1%):** £200,000 *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 £2,000/mo).* - **Gross yield:** 0.7% - **Cost-to-rent:** 135.4× - **Monthly cashflow:** £-11,024/mo (75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term) - **Cash-on-cash ROI:** -14% *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).* ## Capital growth trend *Land Registry outcode average from sold prices: last 12 months vs 5y and 10y ago.* - **5y growth:** -94.2% - **10y growth:** -92.2% ## House Price Index (HM Land Registry) *Official index for Manchester; All dwelling types series; as of July 2026.* - **1y growth (index):** 1.2% - **5y growth (index):** 20.8% - **10y growth (index):** 74% ## 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)