# 2 bedroom apartment for sale (PO30 2DP)

## Property Details

| Key | Value |
|-----|-------|
| Address | FLAT 4, 138 STAPLERS ROAD, NEWPORT, ISLE OF WIGHT PO30 2DP |
| Price | £150,000 |
| Bedrooms | 2 |
| Council tax | TBC |
| Construction age | England and Wales: 1967-1975 |
| Floor area | 54 m² |
| Last sold | £150,000 Oct 2024 |

## EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost

- **Current rating:** C
- **Potential rating:** C
- **Current heating cost:** £652/year
- **Est. upgrade cost to C:** £6,000

### Recommendations
- B (£500 - £1,500)
- W2 (£4,000 - £6,000)

[View full EPC on gov.uk](https://find-energy-certificate.service.gov.uk/energy-certificate/9169-3038-5205-8574-0200)

## Description

Nestled on the outskirts of Newport town, a ground floor maisonette exuding modernity and comfort.

This property offers a serene escape from the hustle and bustle, boasting its own private entrance for added privacy and convenience. A thoughtfully designed layout featuring two bedrooms, a cozy living room, a separate kitchen, and a sleek bathroom, all meticulously crafted for modern living.

Ideal for first-time buyers seeking a stylish starter home, savvy investors eyeing lucrative buy-to-let opportunities, or retired couples longing for convenience and tranquillity, this well-appointed flat caters to diverse lifestyles. Added perks include allocated parking for hassle-free vehicle accommodation and a private courtyard.

Conveniently situated within reach of Newport's vibrant town centre, residents can relish in the ease of accessing essential amenities, entertainment options, and dining establishments. With transport links nearby, commuting and exploring the surrounding areas are effortlessly within reach.

## Property Photos

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## Floorplans

- ![Floorplan](/listings/photos/147958511/635684) - Floorplan

## EPC Graphs

- ![EPC Rating Graph](/listings/photos/147958511/635689) - EPC Rating Graph

## Sales History

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

| Address | Price | Date | Type |
|---------|-------|------|------|
| 138 FLAT 4 STAPLERS ROAD, NEWPORT, ISLE OF WIGHT, PO30 2DP | £150,000 | 29/10/2024 | Flat |
| 138 FLAT 4 STAPLERS ROAD, NEWPORT, ISLE OF WIGHT, PO30 2DP | £114,000 | 06/12/2019 | Flat |
| 138 FLAT 4 STAPLERS ROAD, NEWPORT, ISLE OF WIGHT, PO30 2DP | £100,000 | 17/12/2014 | 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 |
|---------|-------|------|------|
| [Same street] 183 STAPLERS ROAD, NEWPORT, ISLE OF WIGHT, PO30 2DP | £435,000 | 06/09/2023 | Detached |
| [Same street] 138 FLAT 6 STAPLERS ROAD, NEWPORT, ISLE OF WIGHT, PO30 2DP | £155,000 | 22/07/2022 | Flat |
| [Same street] 181 STAPLERS ROAD, NEWPORT, ISLE OF WIGHT, PO30 2DP | £345,000 | 13/12/2021 | Other |
| [Same street] 138 FLAT 7 STAPLERS ROAD, NEWPORT, ISLE OF WIGHT, PO30 2DP | £111,000 | 27/08/2021 | Flat |
| 108 STAPLERS ROAD, NEWPORT, ISLE OF WIGHT, PO30 2GD | £175,000 | 09/08/2021 | Flat |
| [Same street] 136B STAPLERS ROAD, NEWPORT, ISLE OF WIGHT, PO30 2DP | £535,000 | 22/06/2021 | Terraced |

**Street average:** £316,200 (5 sales)
**Area average:** £175,000 (1 sale)

## Price vs local average

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

- **Local average:** £126,500 (11 Flat, PO30, 2024–2026)
- **Deviation:** +18.6%

## Rental Range

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

- **Low:** £849/mo
- **Realistic:** £943/mo
- **Optimistic:** £1,037/mo

## 1% Rule

- **Rent ratio:** 0.63% (weak for cashflow)
- **Max investor price (0.8%):** £117,875
- **Target investor price (1%):** £94,300

*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 Area rent estimate.*

## Price per Square Metre

- **£/m²:** £2,778/m²

## Capital growth trend

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

- **5y growth:** -11.9%
- **10y growth:** -19%

## House Price Index (HM Land Registry)

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

- **1y growth (index):** -8.4%
- **5y growth (index):** -4.4%
- **10y growth (index):** 17.7%

## Flood risk

- **Zone:** 1
- **Risk:** Low
- **Source:** Job (default Low)

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