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APARTMENT 103

BARTON PLACE, 3, HORNBEAM WAY, MANCHESTER, GREATER MANCHESTER M4 4AT

1 beds 1 baths 506 sq ft Listed 11 Dec 2025 (-177d)

£209,950

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## Property Details

| Key | Value |
|-----|-------|
| Address | APARTMENT 103, BARTON PLACE, 3, HORNBEAM WAY, MANCHESTER, GREATER MANCHESTER M4 4AT |
| Price | £209,950 |
| Bedrooms | 1 |
| Bathrooms | 1 |
| Construction age | England and Wales: 2003-2006 |
| Floor area | 47 m² |
| Last sold | £119,950 Dec 2015 |

## EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost

- **Current rating:** C
- **Potential rating:** B
- **Current heating cost:** £145/year
- **Est. upgrade cost to C:** £1,000

### Recommendations
- L2 (£800 - £1,200)

[View full EPC on gov.uk](https://find-energy-certificate.service.gov.uk/energy-certificate/0859-2863-6529-9201-9961)

## Description

"This Property is Suitable for Buy-to-Let Investments & Owner-Occupiers

Completed - Earn Rental Income from Day 1!

DESCRIPTION

Looking for the next addition to your property investment portfolio?

Introducing a fantastic investment opportunity in the heart of Manchester: a collection of fully furnished and completed apartments offering spacious 1, 2, and 3-bedroom layouts. These properties are ideally suited for the city's growing young professional population, with a guaranteed 6% rental return.

Situated in the desirable M4 postcode, these apartments are conveniently located near top employers and offer easy access to Manchester's vibrant city centre. The contemporary design and high-quality finishes make these properties highly appealing to a wide range of tenants.

With property values in the North West predicted to increase by over 28.8% by 2028, this apartment offers exceptional rental yields and strong capital growth potential.

Contact RWinvest today to discuss this property investment opportunity. We are an award-winning buy-to-let property investment firm operating in the UK, having successfully connected over 100,000 investors with exclusive buy-to-let properties. Our leading developments offer high rental returns and capital growth in the UK's most exciting locations.

Enquire Today to Receive Floor Plans, Info Pack & Full Investment Breakdown!"

## Property Photos

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## Floorplans

- ![Floorplan 1](/listings/photos/170207867/82780) - Floorplan 1

## Sales History

*Recorded sales for this property. Data from Land Registry Price Paid.*

| Address | Price | Date | Type |
|---------|-------|------|------|
| BARTON PLACE, 3 APARTMENT 103 HORNBEAM WAY, MANCHESTER, GREATER MANCHESTER, M4 4AT | £119,950 | 02/12/2015 | 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 |
|---------|-------|------|------|
| CYPRESS PLACE, 9 APARTMENT 1304 NEW CENTURY PARK, MANCHESTER, GREATER MANCHESTER, M4 4EH | £230,000 | 16/01/2026 | Flat |
| HALLMARK TOWER, 6 FLAT 88 CHEETHAM HILL ROAD, MANCHESTER, GREATER MANCHESTER, M4 4GA | £247,500 | 19/12/2025 | Flat |
| CYPRESS PLACE, 9 APARTMENT 1408 NEW CENTURY PARK, MANCHESTER, GREATER MANCHESTER, M4 4EH | £250,000 | 15/12/2025 | Flat |
| CYPRESS PLACE, 9 APARTMENT 1212 NEW CENTURY PARK, MANCHESTER, GREATER MANCHESTER, M4 4EH | £247,000 | 12/12/2025 | Flat |
| JEFFERSON PLACE, 1 APARTMENT 1513 FERNIE STREET, MANCHESTER, GREATER MANCHESTER, M4 4BT | £133,000 | 08/12/2025 | Flat |
| MASSON PLACE, 1 APARTMENT 605 HORNBEAM WAY, MANCHESTER, GREATER MANCHESTER, M4 4AQ | £184,000 | 21/11/2025 | Flat |
| CYPRESS PLACE, 9 APARTMENT 1302 NEW CENTURY PARK, MANCHESTER, GREATER MANCHESTER, M4 4EH | £170,000 | 25/07/2025 | Flat |
| MASSON PLACE, 1 APARTMENT 311 HORNBEAM WAY, MANCHESTER, GREATER MANCHESTER, M4 4AJ | £193,000 | 18/07/2025 | Flat |
| CYPRESS PLACE, 9 APARTMENT 1703 NEW CENTURY PARK, MANCHESTER, GREATER MANCHESTER, M4 4EH | £273,000 | 01/07/2025 | Flat |
| CYPRESS PLACE, 9 APARTMENT 214 NEW CENTURY PARK, MANCHESTER, GREATER MANCHESTER, M4 4EE | £221,000 | 19/06/2025 | Flat |
| MASSON PLACE, 1 APARTMENT 205 HORNBEAM WAY, MANCHESTER, GREATER MANCHESTER, M4 4AJ | £130,000 | 22/04/2025 | Flat |
| MELIA HOUSE, 19 APARTMENT 5.7A LORD STREET, MANCHESTER, GREATER MANCHESTER, M4 4AX | £120,000 | 27/03/2025 | Flat |
| CYPRESS PLACE, 9 APARTMENT 1008 NEW CENTURY PARK, MANCHESTER, GREATER MANCHESTER, M4 4EF | £240,000 | 14/03/2025 | Flat |
| JEFFERSON PLACE, 1 APARTMENT 621 FERNIE STREET, MANCHESTER, GREATER MANCHESTER, M4 4BL | £195,000 | 15/12/2023 | Flat |
| MASSON PLACE, 1 APARTMENT 806 HORNBEAM WAY, MANCHESTER, GREATER MANCHESTER, M4 4AQ | £190,000 | 06/10/2023 | Flat |
| MELIA HOUSE, 19 APARTMENT 3.2A LORD STREET, MANCHESTER, GREATER MANCHESTER, M4 4AX | £162,500 | 16/08/2023 | Flat |
| VALLEA COURT, 1 APARTMENT 1306 REDBANK, MANCHESTER, GREATER MANCHESTER, M4 4FH | £165,000 | 30/06/2023 | Flat |
| CYPRESS PLACE, 9 APARTMENT 115 NEW CENTURY PARK, MANCHESTER, GREATER MANCHESTER, M4 4EE | £195,000 | 05/06/2023 | Flat |
| HALLMARK TOWER 6 FLAT 109 CHEETHAM HILL ROAD, MANCHESTER, GREATER MANCHESTER, M4 4GA | £250,000 | 12/05/2023 | Flat |
| CYPRESS PLACE, 9 APARTMENT 1013 NEW CENTURY PARK, MANCHESTER, GREATER MANCHESTER, M4 4EF | £225,000 | 02/05/2023 | Flat |

**Area average:** £201,050 (20 sales)

## Price vs local average

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

- **Local average:** £268,000 (70 Flat, M4, 2024–2026)
- **Deviation:** -21.7%

## Rental Range

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

- **Low:** £1,214/mo
- **Realistic:** £1,349/mo
- **Optimistic:** £1,484/mo

## LHA (Local Housing Allowance)

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

- **LHA floor (this property size):** £424/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 |
|------|------|------|------|------|
| 1 Bed Flat, Masson Place, M4 | £950/mo | 1 | 0.02 miles | OpenRent |
| 1 Bed Flat, Masson Place, M4 | £950/mo | 1 | 0.02 miles | OpenRent |
| 1 Bed Flat, Jefferson Place, M4 | £1,050/mo | 1 | 0.03 miles | OpenRent |
| Studio Flat, Red Bank, M4 | £850/mo | 1 | 0.07 miles | OpenRent |
| 1 Bed Flat, Hallmark Tower, M4 | £1,100/mo | 1 | 0.07 miles | OpenRent |
| Studio Flat, Cypress Place, M4 | £840/mo | 1 | 0.07 miles | OpenRent |
| Studio Flat, Vallea Court, M4 | £900/mo | 1 | 0.07 miles | OpenRent |
| 1 Bed Flat, Hallmark Tower, M4 | £1,200/mo | 1 | 0.07 miles | OpenRent |
| 1 Bed Flat, Dutton St, M3 | £1,375/mo | 1 | 0.2 miles | OpenRent |

**Average rent: £1,024/mo (9 listings)**

## 1% Rule

- **Rent ratio:** 0.45% (weak for cashflow)
- **Max investor price (0.8%):** £118,750
- **Target investor price (1%):** £95,000

*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 £950/mo).*

- **Gross yield:** 5.4%
- **Cost-to-rent:** 18.4×
- **Monthly cashflow:** £3/mo (75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term)
- **Cash-on-cash ROI:** 0.1%

*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).*

## Price per Square Metre

- **£/m²:** £4,467/m²

## Capital growth trend

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

- **5y growth:** -10%
- **10y growth:** 70.8%

## House Price Index (HM Land Registry)

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

- **1y growth (index):** -1.4%
- **5y growth (index):** 9.1%
- **10y growth (index):** 58.9%

## 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

Floor area

47 m²

EPC rating

Year built

England and Wales: 2003-2006

Last sold

£119,950 Dec 2015

Price per m²

£4,467/m²

Local average

£268,000 (-21.7%)

Deprivation

Decile 7 (21,277 of 33,755)

Street crime

10 incidents within 1 mile (Mar 2026)

Key features

Completed 1-Bed Apartment with Luxury Finish & Fixtures
6% Rental Yield
Fully Managed & Completed
Eye-Catching Modern Design
Desirable Central Manchester Location
Strong Capital Growth Potential
Excellent Transport Links & Nearby Attractions
Top UK Developer
Onsite Rental Company
Enquire Now to Receive Info Pack and Financial Breakdown

Description

"This Property is Suitable for Buy-to-Let Investments & Owner-Occupiers

Completed - Earn Rental Income from Day 1!

DESCRIPTION
Looking for the next addition to your property investment portfolio?

Introducing a fantastic investment opportunity in the heart of Manchester: a collection of fully furnished and completed apartments offering spacious 1, 2, and 3-bedroom layouts. These properties are ideally suited for the city's growing young professional population, with a guaranteed 6% rental return.

Situated in the desirable M4 postcode, these apartments are conveniently located near top employers and offer easy access to Manchester's vibrant city centre. The contemporary design and high-quality finishes make these properties highly appealing to a wide range of tenants.

With property values in the North West predicted to increase by over 28.8% by 2028, this apartment offers exceptional rental yields and strong capital growth potential.

Contact RWinvest today to discuss this property investment opportunity. We are an award-winning buy-to-let property investment firm operating in the UK, having successfully connected over 100,000 investors with exclusive buy-to-let properties. Our leading developments offer high rental returns and capital growth in the UK's most exciting locations.

Enquire Today to Receive Floor Plans, Info Pack & Full Investment Breakdown!"

Listed by

Manchester

RW Invest North Ltd

Reference: 170207867

EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost

Current rating: C

Potential rating: B

Inspection date: 07/02/2019

Current heating cost: £145/year

Potential heating cost: £82/year

Est. upgrade cost to C: £1,000

Recommendations

High heat retention storage heaters and dual immersion cylinder (£800 - £1,200)

View full EPC on gov.uk

Flood risk

Zone: 1

Risk: Low

Job (default Low)

Floorplans

Floorplan 1

Price history

Event	Date	Price	% change
Sold	02/12/2015 (10 years ago)	£119,950	—

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
CYPRESS PLACE, 9 APARTMENT 1304 NEW CENTURY PARK, MANCHESTER, GREATER MANCHESTER, M4 4EH	£230,000	16/01/2026	Flat
HALLMARK TOWER, 6 FLAT 88 CHEETHAM HILL ROAD, MANCHESTER, GREATER MANCHESTER, M4 4GA	£247,500	19/12/2025	Flat
CYPRESS PLACE, 9 APARTMENT 1408 NEW CENTURY PARK, MANCHESTER, GREATER MANCHESTER, M4 4EH	£250,000	15/12/2025	Flat
CYPRESS PLACE, 9 APARTMENT 1212 NEW CENTURY PARK, MANCHESTER, GREATER MANCHESTER, M4 4EH	£247,000	12/12/2025	Flat
JEFFERSON PLACE, 1 APARTMENT 1513 FERNIE STREET, MANCHESTER, GREATER MANCHESTER, M4 4BT	£133,000	08/12/2025	Flat
MASSON PLACE, 1 APARTMENT 605 HORNBEAM WAY, MANCHESTER, GREATER MANCHESTER, M4 4AQ	£184,000	21/11/2025	Flat
CYPRESS PLACE, 9 APARTMENT 1302 NEW CENTURY PARK, MANCHESTER, GREATER MANCHESTER, M4 4EH	£170,000	25/07/2025	Flat
MASSON PLACE, 1 APARTMENT 311 HORNBEAM WAY, MANCHESTER, GREATER MANCHESTER, M4 4AJ	£193,000	18/07/2025	Flat
CYPRESS PLACE, 9 APARTMENT 1703 NEW CENTURY PARK, MANCHESTER, GREATER MANCHESTER, M4 4EH	£273,000	01/07/2025	Flat
CYPRESS PLACE, 9 APARTMENT 214 NEW CENTURY PARK, MANCHESTER, GREATER MANCHESTER, M4 4EE	£221,000	19/06/2025	Flat
MASSON PLACE, 1 APARTMENT 205 HORNBEAM WAY, MANCHESTER, GREATER MANCHESTER, M4 4AJ	£130,000	22/04/2025	Flat
MELIA HOUSE, 19 APARTMENT 5.7A LORD STREET, MANCHESTER, GREATER MANCHESTER, M4 4AX	£120,000	27/03/2025	Flat
CYPRESS PLACE, 9 APARTMENT 1008 NEW CENTURY PARK, MANCHESTER, GREATER MANCHESTER, M4 4EF	£240,000	14/03/2025	Flat
JEFFERSON PLACE, 1 APARTMENT 621 FERNIE STREET, MANCHESTER, GREATER MANCHESTER, M4 4BL	£195,000	15/12/2023	Flat
MASSON PLACE, 1 APARTMENT 806 HORNBEAM WAY, MANCHESTER, GREATER MANCHESTER, M4 4AQ	£190,000	06/10/2023	Flat
MELIA HOUSE, 19 APARTMENT 3.2A LORD STREET, MANCHESTER, GREATER MANCHESTER, M4 4AX	£162,500	16/08/2023	Flat
VALLEA COURT, 1 APARTMENT 1306 REDBANK, MANCHESTER, GREATER MANCHESTER, M4 4FH	£165,000	30/06/2023	Flat
CYPRESS PLACE, 9 APARTMENT 115 NEW CENTURY PARK, MANCHESTER, GREATER MANCHESTER, M4 4EE	£195,000	05/06/2023	Flat
HALLMARK TOWER 6 FLAT 109 CHEETHAM HILL ROAD, MANCHESTER, GREATER MANCHESTER, M4 4GA	£250,000	12/05/2023	Flat
CYPRESS PLACE, 9 APARTMENT 1013 NEW CENTURY PARK, MANCHESTER, GREATER MANCHESTER, M4 4EF	£225,000	02/05/2023	Flat

Area average: £201,050 (20 sales)

Capital growth trend

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

5y growth -10%

10y growth 70.8%

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

1y (index) -1.4%

5y (index) 9.1%

10y (index) 58.9%

Rental Range

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

Low £1,214/mo

Realistic £1,349/mo

Optimistic £1,484/mo

Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → Manchester.

LHA (30th percentile) floor for East Lancs: £424/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)

Location

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Address

3 Hornbeam Way

Nearby

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

Type	Name	Distance
Shop	Texaco	0.1 miles
Shop	Half Dozen Other Bakehouse	0.1 miles
Bus stop	Strangeways, Cheetham Hill Road / opposite Park Place	0.1 miles
Bus stop	Strangeways, Cheetham Hill Road / near Park Place	0.1 miles
Train station	Manchester Victoria	0.2 miles
University	UCEN Manchester (City Campus)	0.3 miles
University	University of Law	0.7 miles
Train station	Salford Central	0.9 miles
Hospital	North Manchester General Hospital	1.9 miles
Hospital	Plymouth Grove Medical Centre	2.0 miles

Street-level crime

Category	Count
Violence and sexual offences	6
Other theft	3
Theft from the person	1
Total incidents	10

Within 1 mile during Mar 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
Digital Advantage	Other	0.3 miles	— (No rating)
The Cooperative College	Other	0.3 miles	— (No rating)
Chetham's School of Music	Other	0.4 miles	— (No rating)
Eden Boys' Leadership Academy, Manchester	Secondary	0.5 miles	Good — 17 Jan 2022
Abbott Community Primary School	Primary	0.6 miles	Outstanding — 12 Feb 2019

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
1 Bed Flat, Masson Place, M4	£950/mo	1	0.02 miles	OpenRent
1 Bed Flat, Masson Place, M4	£950/mo	1	0.02 miles	OpenRent
1 Bed Flat, Jefferson Place, M4	£1,050/mo	1	0.03 miles	OpenRent
Studio Flat, Red Bank, M4	£850/mo	1	0.07 miles	OpenRent
1 Bed Flat, Hallmark Tower, M4	£1,100/mo	1	0.07 miles	OpenRent
Studio Flat, Cypress Place, M4	£840/mo	1	0.07 miles	OpenRent
Studio Flat, Vallea Court, M4	£900/mo	1	0.07 miles	OpenRent
1 Bed Flat, Hallmark Tower, M4	£1,200/mo	1	0.07 miles	OpenRent
1 Bed Flat, Dutton St, M3	£1,375/mo	1	0.2 miles	OpenRent

Average rent: £1,024/mo (9 listings)

Rent-driven metrics

Based on OpenRent comparables.

Rent ratio 0.45%

Max investor price (0.8%) £118,750

Target investor price (1%) £95,000

Gross yield 5.4%

Cost-to-rent ratio 18.4×

Monthly cashflow £3/mo 75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term

Cash-on-cash ROI 0.1%

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).