# 1 bedroom apartment for sale (M16 9HQ) ## Property Details | Key | Value | |-----|-------| | Address | Manchester Property Investment, M16 9HQ | | Price | £169,950 | | Bedrooms | 1 | | Bathrooms | 1 | ## Description "This Property is Suitable for Buy-to-Let Investments & Owner-Occupiers Completed - Earn Rental Income from Day 1! DESCRIPTION The investment This new-build development in Manchester's thriving Old Trafford district presents a compelling opportunity for investors, offering beautifully designed 1, 2, and 3-bedroom apartments at below-market prices. The location Located in the highly sought-after M16 postcode, the development sits just moments from key employment hubs and within easy reach of Deansgate, MediaCityUK, and the city centre. Old Trafford is currently undergoing significant regeneration, making it an increasingly popular location for young professionals seeking high-quality accommodation with excellent transport connects and local amenities. The apartments Each apartment has been crafted to a premium standard, featuring high-spec finishes and ultra-modern layouts. Designed to appeal to the city's growing professional tenant base, the apartments include contemporary interiors, integrated appliances, and elegant design touches throughout, creating an elevated living experience that truly stands out in the Manchester market. The development Residents here benefit from an outstanding suite of lifestyle orientated amenities, including rooftop gardens, state-of-the-art gyms, stylish coffee shops, and tranquil gardens, enhancing tenant appeal and boosting retention in one of the city's most exciting regeneration zones. Want to find out more? Enquire today to receive a full digital brochure, apartment floor plans, and a full investment breakdown." ## Property Photos - ![Photo](/listings/photos/88142649/351229) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/88142649/351230) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/88142649/351231) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/88142649/351232) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/88142649/351233) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/88142649/351234) ## Floorplans - ![Floorplan 1](/listings/photos/88142649/351235) - Floorplan 1 ## Sold Comparables *Same street and nearby sales within 0.25 miles. Data from Land Registry Price Paid. Last 5 years.* | Address | Price | Date | Type | |---------|-------|------|------| | STANLEY COURT FLAT 6 STANLEY ROAD, OLD TRAFFORD, MANCHESTER, TRAFFORD, GREATER MANCHESTER, M16 9DL | £205,000 | 28/11/2025 | Flat | | 3 APARTMENT 1111 POMONA STRAND, OLD TRAFFORD, MANCHESTER, TRAFFORD, GREATER MANCHESTER, M16 0YF | £120,000 | 21/11/2025 | Flat | | METROPOLITAN HOUSE, 20 APARTMENT 29 BRINDLEY ROAD, MANCHESTER, TRAFFORD, GREATER MANCHESTER, M16 9HW | £122,500 | 21/12/2023 | Flat | | 3 APARTMENT 707 POMONA STRAND, OLD TRAFFORD, MANCHESTER, TRAFFORD, GREATER MANCHESTER, M16 0YF | £219,995 | 01/11/2023 | Flat | | WEST POINT, 501 APARTMENT 1102 CHESTER ROAD, OLD TRAFFORD, MANCHESTER, TRAFFORD, GREATER MANCHESTER, M16 9QX | £113,000 | 09/10/2023 | Flat | | WEST POINT, 501 APARTMENT 410 CHESTER ROAD, OLD TRAFFORD, MANCHESTER, TRAFFORD, GREATER MANCHESTER, M16 9QN | £125,000 | 11/08/2023 | Flat | | METROPOLITAN HOUSE, 20 APARTMENT 61 BRINDLEY ROAD, MANCHESTER, TRAFFORD, GREATER MANCHESTER, M16 9HW | £132,000 | 21/07/2023 | Flat | | WEST POINT, 501 APARTMENT 133 CHESTER ROAD, OLD TRAFFORD, MANCHESTER, TRAFFORD, GREATER MANCHESTER, M16 9QL | £100,000 | 27/03/2023 | Flat | | WEST POINT, 501 APARTMENT 1105 CHESTER ROAD, OLD TRAFFORD, MANCHESTER, TRAFFORD, GREATER MANCHESTER, M16 9QX | £134,500 | 13/03/2023 | Flat | | WEST POINT, 501 APARTMENT 219 CHESTER ROAD, OLD TRAFFORD, MANCHESTER, TRAFFORD, GREATER MANCHESTER, M16 9QL | £101,450 | 27/01/2023 | Flat | | WEST POINT, 501 APARTMENT 416 CHESTER ROAD, OLD TRAFFORD, MANCHESTER, TRAFFORD, GREATER MANCHESTER, M16 9QN | £130,000 | 09/12/2022 | Flat | | WEST POINT, 501 APARTMENT 319 CHESTER ROAD, OLD TRAFFORD, MANCHESTER, TRAFFORD, GREATER MANCHESTER, M16 9QN | £129,950 | 28/11/2022 | Flat | | WEST POINT, 501 APARTMENT 1409 CHESTER ROAD, OLD TRAFFORD, MANCHESTER, TRAFFORD, GREATER MANCHESTER, M16 9QY | £135,950 | 26/10/2022 | Flat | | WEST POINT, 501 APARTMENT 805 CHESTER ROAD, OLD TRAFFORD, MANCHESTER, TRAFFORD, GREATER MANCHESTER, M16 9QX | £102,950 | 13/10/2022 | Flat | | METROPOLITAN HOUSE, 20 APARTMENT 56 BRINDLEY ROAD, MANCHESTER, TRAFFORD, GREATER MANCHESTER, M16 9HW | £130,000 | 13/10/2022 | Flat | | WEST POINT, 501 APARTMENT 512 CHESTER ROAD, OLD TRAFFORD, MANCHESTER, TRAFFORD, GREATER MANCHESTER, M16 9QN | £111,500 | 03/10/2022 | Flat | | WEST POINT, 501 APARTMENT 309 CHESTER ROAD, OLD TRAFFORD, MANCHESTER, TRAFFORD, GREATER MANCHESTER, M16 9QN | £115,950 | 27/09/2022 | Flat | | WEST POINT, 501 APARTMENT 412 CHESTER ROAD, OLD TRAFFORD, MANCHESTER, TRAFFORD, GREATER MANCHESTER, M16 9QN | £110,000 | 26/08/2022 | Flat | | WEST POINT, 501 APARTMENT 1509 CHESTER ROAD, OLD TRAFFORD, MANCHESTER, TRAFFORD, GREATER MANCHESTER, M16 9QY | £136,500 | 29/07/2022 | Flat | | WEST POINT, 501 APARTMENT 407 CHESTER ROAD, OLD TRAFFORD, MANCHESTER, TRAFFORD, GREATER MANCHESTER, M16 9QN | £109,000 | 27/07/2022 | Flat | **Area average:** £129,262 (20 sales) ## Price vs local average *Outcode + property type (HousePrices, last 2 years).* - **Local average:** £185,054 (36 Flat, M16, 2024–2026) - **Deviation:** -8.2% ## 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 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, Pomona Strand, M16 | £1,050/mo | 1 | 0.17 miles | OpenRent | **Average rent: £1,050/mo (1 listing)** ## 1% Rule - **Rent ratio:** 0.62% (weak for cashflow) - **Max investor price (0.8%):** £131,250 - **Target investor price (1%):** £105,000 *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 £1,050/mo).* - **Gross yield:** 7.4% - **Cost-to-rent:** 13.5× - **Monthly cashflow:** £251/mo (75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term) - **Cash-on-cash ROI:** 6.1% *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).* ## Capital growth trend *Land Registry outcode average from sold prices: last 12 months vs 5y and 10y ago.* - **5y growth:** -16.6% - **10y growth:** 32.6% ## 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)