# 2 bedroom apartment for sale (WS12 4UZ) ## Property Details | Key | Value | |-----|-------| | Address | Violet Close, HUNTINGTON, Cannock, WS12 4UZ | | Price | £130,000 | | Bedrooms | 2 | | Bathrooms | 1 | | Council tax | B | | Last sold | £62,500 | ## Description **CALL US ANY DAY MONDAY TO SUNDAY BETWEEN 8AM AND 10PM — BUTTERS JOHN BEE ARE HERE WHEN IT MATTERS, PROVIDING HELP, ADVICE AND SUPPORT THROUGHOUT YOUR MOVE.** FULL OWNERSHIP | FIRST FLOOR APARTMENT | TWO BEDROOMS | SPACIOUS LOUNGE DINER | QUIET CUL-DE-SAC | ALLOCATED PARKING | COMMUNAL GARDENS | CLOSE TO CANNOCK CHASE A fantastic opportunity to purchase this well-presented two-bedroom first floor apartment, ideally positioned within a quiet cul-de-sac and offered with 100% full ownership. Perfectly suited to first-time buyers, downsizers or investors alike, this spacious apartment offers comfortable, low-maintenance living in a convenient location close to local amenities and the beautiful Cannock Chase. Accessed via a secure communal entrance, the property welcomes you into a private entrance hallway which provides access to all principal rooms. The generous lounge diner is filled with natural light and offers plenty of space for both relaxing and entertaining, while the open access to the fitted kitchen creates a sociable layout ideal for modern living. The apartment benefits from two bedrooms, making it ideal for those needing a guest room, nursery or home office, alongside a family bathroom fitted with a white suite. Externally, residents can enjoy well-maintained communal gardens, perfect for sitting out during the warmer months, together with allocated parking and additional visitor parking available nearby. Conveniently located within easy reach of local shops, schools and transport links, the property is also just a short distance from Cannock Chase, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, offering miles of scenic walks, cycling trails and outdoor recreation right on your doorstep. Whether you're taking your first step onto the property ladder, looking to downsize, or searching for an investment opportunity, this apartment offers an excellent combination of location, space and value. Early viewing is highly recommended to fully appreciate everything this lovely home has to offer. Please Note: The property is currently held under a 50% shared ownership lease. The sale will be completed as 100% full ownership through the staircasing process prior to completion. Buyers should be aware that additional costs may be incurred as part of the staircasing process, including (but not limited to) the Housing Association's fees, valuation fees, legal fees and any associated administrative charges. Prospective purchasers are advised to make their own enquiries regarding these costs before proceeding. ## Property Photos - ![Photo](/listings/photos/90175488/1685640) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/90175488/1685641) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/90175488/1685642) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/90175488/1685643) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/90175488/1685644) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/90175488/1685645) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/90175488/1685646) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/90175488/1685647) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/90175488/1685648) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/90175488/1685649) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/90175488/1685650) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/90175488/1685651) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/90175488/1685652) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/90175488/1685653) ## Floorplans - ![Floorplan 1](/listings/photos/90175488/1685654) - Floorplan 1 - ![Floorplan 2](/listings/photos/90175488/1685655) - Floorplan 2 ## EPC Graphs - ![EPC 1](/listings/photos/90175488/1685656) - EPC 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 | |---------|-------|------|------| | 87 LUPIN DRIVE, HUNTINGTON, CANNOCK, SOUTH STAFFORDSHIRE, STAFFORDSHIRE, WS12 4US | £48,000 | 22/09/2023 | Flat | | 77 LUPIN DRIVE, HUNTINGTON, CANNOCK, SOUTH STAFFORDSHIRE, STAFFORDSHIRE, WS12 4US | £60,000 | 25/08/2023 | Flat | | [Same street] 18 VIOLET CLOSE, HUNTINGTON, CANNOCK, SOUTH STAFFORDSHIRE, STAFFORDSHIRE, WS12 4UZ | £58,000 | 27/01/2023 | Flat | | 73 LUPIN DRIVE, HUNTINGTON, CANNOCK, SOUTH STAFFORDSHIRE, STAFFORDSHIRE, WS12 4US | £46,000 | 29/11/2022 | Flat | | 49 COLLIERS WAY, HUNTINGTON, CANNOCK, SOUTH STAFFORDSHIRE, STAFFORDSHIRE, WS12 4UD | £51,000 | 02/11/2022 | Flat | | 59 LUPIN DRIVE, HUNTINGTON, CANNOCK, SOUTH STAFFORDSHIRE, STAFFORDSHIRE, WS12 4US | £46,000 | 09/09/2022 | Flat | | 81 LUPIN DRIVE, HUNTINGTON, CANNOCK, SOUTH STAFFORDSHIRE, STAFFORDSHIRE, WS12 4US | £45,000 | 11/10/2021 | Flat | | [Same street] 7 VIOLET CLOSE, HUNTINGTON, CANNOCK, SOUTH STAFFORDSHIRE, STAFFORDSHIRE, WS12 4UZ | £56,250 | 27/09/2021 | Flat | | 69 LUPIN DRIVE, HUNTINGTON, CANNOCK, SOUTH STAFFORDSHIRE, STAFFORDSHIRE, WS12 4US | £43,000 | 17/09/2021 | Flat | **Street average:** £57,125 (2 sales) **Area average:** £48,429 (7 sales) ## Price vs local average *Outcode + property type (HousePrices, last 2 years).* - **Local average:** £120,083 (6 Flat, WS12, 2024–2026) - **Deviation:** +8.3% ## Rental Range *ONS Price Index of Private Rents (South Staffordshire). Low / Realistic / Optimistic = conservative / average / best case.* - **Low:** £852/mo - **Realistic:** £947/mo - **Optimistic:** £1,042/mo ## LHA (Local Housing Allowance) *VOA 30th percentile rent floor for Mid Staffs (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026).* - **LHA floor (this property size):** £623/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 | |------|------|------|------|------| | 2 Bed Terraced House, Stafford Road, WS12 | £895/mo | 2 | 0.32 miles | OpenRent | | 2 Bed Terraced House, Common Walk, WS12 | £1,000/mo | 2 | 0.53 miles | OpenRent | | 2 Bed Semi-Detached House, Woodford End, WS11 | £925/mo | 2 | 1.12 miles | OpenRent | **Average rent: £940/mo (3 listings)** ## 1% Rule - **Rent ratio:** 0.71% (weak for cashflow) - **Max investor price (0.8%):** £115,625 - **Target investor price (1%):** £92,500 *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 £925/mo).* - **Gross yield:** 8.5% - **Cost-to-rent:** 11.7× - **Monthly cashflow:** £296/mo (75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term) - **Cash-on-cash ROI:** 9.4% *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:** 25.1% - **10y growth:** 61.9% ## House Price Index (HM Land Registry) *Official index for South Staffordshire; Flats and maisonettes series; as of April 2026.* - **1y growth (index):** 0.8% - **5y growth (index):** 12% - **10y growth (index):** 41.8% ## 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)