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APARTMENT 106

51 WHITWORTH STREET WEST, MANCHESTER, GREATER MANCHESTER M1 5EA

1 beds 1 baths Listed 11 Jun 2026 (-13d)

£139,950

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## Property Details

| Key | Value |
|-----|-------|
| Address | APARTMENT 106, 51 WHITWORTH STREET WEST, MANCHESTER, GREATER MANCHESTER M1 5EA |
| Price | £139,950 |
| Bedrooms | 1 |
| Bathrooms | 1 |
| Last sold | £250,000 Nov 2023 |

## Description

"**Fully Managed M1 Manchester City Centre Apartment – 7% Rental Yields | Turnkey Investment Opportunity**

This modern residential opportunity delivers stylish apartments and quality resident facilities in a fast-evolving city centre district, in the heart of Manchester's commercial core.

With strong tenant appeal, high-spec interiors, and a strategic location close to the major Northern Quarter & Piccadilly regeneration zone and the city’s main business district, this development offers a compelling opportunity to invest in premium property with 7%+ projected returns.

This property is available to buy-to-let investors and owner-occupiers.

Enquire today to receive a digital brochure, floor plans, and full breakdown of available apartments.

The Investment

This city-fringe investment opportunity provides direct access to a growing rental hotspot on the edge of Manchester’s central business and retail districts.

Designed for strong, sustainable demand from young professionals and students, the combination of high-quality spec, professional management, and strong projected returns make it well suited to investors seeking a hands-off, income-focused asset.

The Location

Located within walking distance of Manchester's main business district, Manchester's core shopping areas including the Arndale and the Northern Quarter independents, and Manchester Cathedral and Piccadilly Gardens, the development sits in an area undergoing rapid transformation.

Its proximity to the Northern Quarter & Piccadilly regeneration zone also brings ongoing improvements to local amenities, public realm, and employment options, supporting both rental demand and long-term capital growth potential.

The Apartments

A choice of contemporary layouts is available, from efficient studios to well-balanced one and two-bedroom apartments.

Interiors are designed around flexible living, with defined zones for cooking, dining, and relaxing, plus smart storage that make the most of every square foot.

The Development

The apartments form part of a well-presented residential block designed to offer convenience, security, and comfort just outside the busiest part of the city centre.

Efficient building systems, managed communal areas, and a professional management structure help support lasting tenant satisfaction and therefore rental performance.

Key onsite facilities include:

Secure entry system and monitored communal areasLift access serving all main residential levelsWell-maintained corridors and lobby spacesDedicated bicycle storage

Why Invest?

7%+ projected rental returns in a growing district on the city centre edgeStrong appeal to young professionals and students seeking modern, well-located apartmentsNorthern Quarter & Piccadilly regeneration zone - major ongoing investment hubFully hands-off structure with professional management for the day-to-day availableContemporary, high-spec apartments in a quality building offering resilient, long-term rental demand

Enquire now to secure your unit and receive a full investment breakdown."

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## Floorplans

- ![Floorplan 1](/listings/photos/89584869/723032) - Floorplan 1

## Sales History

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

| Address | Price | Date | Type |
|---------|-------|------|------|
| 51 APARTMENT 106 WHITWORTH STREET WEST, MANCHESTER, GREATER MANCHESTER, M1 5EA | £250,000 | 17/11/2023 | 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 |
|---------|-------|------|------|
| 51 APARTMENT 408 WHITWORTH STREET WEST, MANCHESTER, GREATER MANCHESTER, M1 5EB | £202,500 | 07/01/2026 | Flat |
| 51 APARTMENT 112 WHITWORTH STREET WEST, MANCHESTER, GREATER MANCHESTER, M1 5EA | £315,000 | 19/12/2025 | Flat |
| 51 APARTMENT 105 WHITWORTH STREET WEST, MANCHESTER, GREATER MANCHESTER, M1 5EA | £200,000 | 14/01/2025 | Flat |
| 51 APARTMENT 817 WHITWORTH STREET WEST, MANCHESTER, GREATER MANCHESTER, M1 5ED | £475,000 | 30/05/2023 | Flat |
| 88 FLAT 18 GREAT BRIDGEWATER STREET, MANCHESTER, GREATER MANCHESTER, M1 5JW | £186,000 | 16/08/2022 | Flat |
| THE LOCK BUILDING, 41 APARTMENT 618 WHITWORTH STREET WEST, MANCHESTER, GREATER MANCHESTER, M1 5BE | £265,000 | 24/06/2022 | Flat |
| 51 APARTMENT 316 WHITWORTH STREET WEST, MANCHESTER, GREATER MANCHESTER, M1 5EB | £250,000 | 27/05/2022 | Flat |
| THE LOCK BUILDING, 41 APARTMENT 808 WHITWORTH STREET WEST, MANCHESTER, GREATER MANCHESTER, M1 5BE | £190,000 | 21/04/2022 | Flat |
| 51 APARTMENT 313 WHITWORTH STREET WEST, MANCHESTER, GREATER MANCHESTER, M1 5EB | £210,000 | 21/12/2021 | Flat |
| THE LOCK BUILDING, 41 APARTMENT 908 WHITWORTH STREET WEST, MANCHESTER, GREATER MANCHESTER, M1 5BE | £270,000 | 11/10/2021 | Flat |
| 88 FLAT 15 GREAT BRIDGEWATER STREET, MANCHESTER, GREATER MANCHESTER, M1 5JW | £240,000 | 30/09/2021 | Flat |
| 51 APARTMENT 823 WHITWORTH STREET WEST, MANCHESTER, GREATER MANCHESTER, M1 5ED | £400,000 | 25/06/2021 | Flat |

**Area average:** £266,958 (12 sales)

## Price vs local average

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

- **Local average:** £284,273 (50 Flat, M1, 2024–2026)
- **Deviation:** -50.8%

## Rental Range

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

- **Low:** £1,217/mo
- **Realistic:** £1,352/mo
- **Optimistic:** £1,487/mo

## LHA (Local Housing Allowance)

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

- **LHA floor (this property size):** £399/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, Cambridge Street, M1 | £1,300/mo | 1 | 0.15 miles | OpenRent |
| Studio Flat, Bracken House, M1 | £875/mo | 1 | 0.15 miles | OpenRent |
| 1 Bed Flat, Lancaster House, M1 | £1,200/mo | 1 | 0.16 miles | OpenRent |
| 1 Bed Flat, Princess Street, M1 | £1,295/mo | 1 | 0.18 miles | OpenRent |
| Studio Flat, Princess St, M1 | £1,056/mo | 1 | 0.2 miles | OpenRent |
| 1 Bed Flat, Carding Building, M1 | £1,500/mo | 1 | 0.22 miles | OpenRent |
| 1 Bed Flat, Linter Building, M1 | £1,400/mo | 1 | 0.23 miles | OpenRent |

**Average rent: £1,232/mo (7 listings)**

## 1% Rule

- **Rent ratio:** 0.93% (okay)
- **Max investor price (0.8%):** £161,875
- **Target investor price (1%):** £129,500

*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 £1,295/mo).*

- **Gross yield:** 11.1%
- **Cost-to-rent:** 9×
- **Monthly cashflow:** £589/mo (75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term)
- **Cash-on-cash ROI:** 17.4%

*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:** -8%
- **10y growth:** 22.9%

## 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

Tenure

LEASEHOLD (999 years remaining on lease)

Last sold

£250,000 Nov 2023

Local average

£284,273 (-50.8%)

Deprivation

Decile 5 (16,860 of 33,755)

Street crime

5 incidents within 1 mile (Apr 2026)

Key features

7%+ projected rental returns
Strong potential for long-term capital growth
Manchester city centre
Fully managed, hands-off investment
High rental demand
Access to luxury on-site amenities
Close to the Arndale & Piccadilly Gardens
Award-winning UK property developer
On-site rental company
Enquire now to receive an info pack and full financial breakdown

Additional details

Garden: Yes

Description

"Fully Managed M1 Manchester City Centre Apartment – 7% Rental Yields | Turnkey Investment Opportunity

This modern residential opportunity delivers stylish apartments and quality resident facilities in a fast-evolving city centre district, in the heart of Manchester's commercial core.

With strong tenant appeal, high-spec interiors, and a strategic location close to the major Northern Quarter & Piccadilly regeneration zone and the city’s main business district, this development offers a compelling opportunity to invest in premium property with 7%+ projected returns.

This property is available to buy-to-let investors and owner-occupiers.

Enquire today to receive a digital brochure, floor plans, and full breakdown of available apartments.

The Investment

This city-fringe investment opportunity provides direct access to a growing rental hotspot on the edge of Manchester’s central business and retail districts.

Designed for strong, sustainable demand from young professionals and students, the combination of high-quality spec, professional management, and strong projected returns make it well suited to investors seeking a hands-off, income-focused asset.

The Location

Located within walking distance of Manchester's main business district, Manchester's core shopping areas including the Arndale and the Northern Quarter independents, and Manchester Cathedral and Piccadilly Gardens, the development sits in an area undergoing rapid transformation.

Its proximity to the Northern Quarter & Piccadilly regeneration zone also brings ongoing improvements to local amenities, public realm, and employment options, supporting both rental demand and long-term capital growth potential.

The Apartments

A choice of contemporary layouts is available, from efficient studios to well-balanced one and two-bedroom apartments.

Interiors are designed around flexible living, with defined zones for cooking, dining, and relaxing, plus smart storage that make the most of every square foot.

The Development

The apartments form part of a well-presented residential block designed to offer convenience, security, and comfort just outside the busiest part of the city centre.

Efficient building systems, managed communal areas, and a professional management structure help support lasting tenant satisfaction and therefore rental performance.

Key onsite facilities include:

Secure entry system and monitored communal areasLift access serving all main residential levelsWell-maintained corridors and lobby spacesDedicated bicycle storage

Why Invest?

7%+ projected rental returns in a growing district on the city centre edgeStrong appeal to young professionals and students seeking modern, well-located apartmentsNorthern Quarter & Piccadilly regeneration zone - major ongoing investment hubFully hands-off structure with professional management for the day-to-day availableContemporary, high-spec apartments in a quality building offering resilient, long-term rental demand

Enquire now to secure your unit and receive a full investment breakdown."

Listed by

Liverpool

RW Invest North Ltd

Reference: 89584869

Flood risk

Zone: 1

Risk: Low

Job (default Low)

Floorplans

Floorplan 1

Price history

Event	Date	Price	% change
Listed for sale	—	£139,950	-44%
Sold	17/11/2023 (2 years ago)	£250,000	—

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
51 APARTMENT 408 WHITWORTH STREET WEST, MANCHESTER, GREATER MANCHESTER, M1 5EB	£202,500	07/01/2026	Flat
51 APARTMENT 112 WHITWORTH STREET WEST, MANCHESTER, GREATER MANCHESTER, M1 5EA	£315,000	19/12/2025	Flat
51 APARTMENT 105 WHITWORTH STREET WEST, MANCHESTER, GREATER MANCHESTER, M1 5EA	£200,000	14/01/2025	Flat
51 APARTMENT 817 WHITWORTH STREET WEST, MANCHESTER, GREATER MANCHESTER, M1 5ED	£475,000	30/05/2023	Flat
88 FLAT 18 GREAT BRIDGEWATER STREET, MANCHESTER, GREATER MANCHESTER, M1 5JW	£186,000	16/08/2022	Flat
THE LOCK BUILDING, 41 APARTMENT 618 WHITWORTH STREET WEST, MANCHESTER, GREATER MANCHESTER, M1 5BE	£265,000	24/06/2022	Flat
51 APARTMENT 316 WHITWORTH STREET WEST, MANCHESTER, GREATER MANCHESTER, M1 5EB	£250,000	27/05/2022	Flat
THE LOCK BUILDING, 41 APARTMENT 808 WHITWORTH STREET WEST, MANCHESTER, GREATER MANCHESTER, M1 5BE	£190,000	21/04/2022	Flat
51 APARTMENT 313 WHITWORTH STREET WEST, MANCHESTER, GREATER MANCHESTER, M1 5EB	£210,000	21/12/2021	Flat
THE LOCK BUILDING, 41 APARTMENT 908 WHITWORTH STREET WEST, MANCHESTER, GREATER MANCHESTER, M1 5BE	£270,000	11/10/2021	Flat
88 FLAT 15 GREAT BRIDGEWATER STREET, MANCHESTER, GREATER MANCHESTER, M1 5JW	£240,000	30/09/2021	Flat
51 APARTMENT 823 WHITWORTH STREET WEST, MANCHESTER, GREATER MANCHESTER, M1 5ED	£400,000	25/06/2021	Flat

Area average: £266,958 (12 sales)

Capital growth trend

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

5y growth -8%

10y growth 22.9%

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 £1,217/mo

Realistic £1,352/mo

Optimistic £1,487/mo

Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → Manchester.

LHA (30th percentile) floor for West Pennine: £399/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)

Location

Map view View on Google Maps View on OpenStreetMap Street View M1 5EA

Nearby

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

Type	Name	Distance
Bus stop	Manchester City Centre, Whitworth Street West / Oxford Road Station (Stop A)	0.0 miles
Shop	Sainsbury's Local	0.0 miles
Bus stop	Manchester City Centre, Whitworth Street West (Stop E)	0.0 miles
Shop	Point to go	0.0 miles
Train station	Manchester Oxford Road	0.1 miles
University	UCEN Manchester (Shena Simon Campus)	0.3 miles
Train station	Deansgate	0.4 miles
University	University of Law	0.4 miles
Hospital	The Ailsa Craig Medical Practise	2.0 miles
Hospital	Shiv Lodge Medical Centre	2.1 miles

Street-level crime

Category	Count
Violence and sexual offences	3
Other crime	1
Other theft	1
Total incidents	5

Within 1 mile during Apr 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
The Manchester Metropolitan University	Other	0.3 miles	— (No rating)
St Philip's Church of England Primary School	Primary	0.4 miles	Good — 5 Feb 2014
Royal Northern College of Music	Other	0.5 miles	— (No rating)
Abbey College Manchester	Other	0.5 miles	— (No rating)
Martenscroft Nursery School & Children's Centre	Nursery	0.6 miles	Outstanding — 22 Jul 2024

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, Cambridge Street, M1	£1,300/mo	1	0.15 miles	OpenRent
Studio Flat, Bracken House, M1	£875/mo	1	0.15 miles	OpenRent
1 Bed Flat, Lancaster House, M1	£1,200/mo	1	0.16 miles	OpenRent
1 Bed Flat, Princess Street, M1	£1,295/mo	1	0.18 miles	OpenRent
Studio Flat, Princess St, M1	£1,056/mo	1	0.2 miles	OpenRent
1 Bed Flat, Carding Building, M1	£1,500/mo	1	0.22 miles	OpenRent
1 Bed Flat, Linter Building, M1	£1,400/mo	1	0.23 miles	OpenRent

Average rent: £1,232/mo (7 listings)

Rent-driven metrics

Based on OpenRent comparables.

Rent ratio 0.93%

Max investor price (0.8%) £161,875

Target investor price (1%) £129,500

Gross yield 11.1%

Cost-to-rent ratio 9×

Monthly cashflow £589/mo 75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term

Cash-on-cash ROI 17.4%

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).