2 Bed Flat For Sale

Key Investment Highlights:

• Income / Yield:

  • Rental income: £1,200 per calendar month → £14,400 per year

  • Purchase price: £220,000

  • Gross yield: ≈ 6.55% (before operating costs, maintenance, and other landlord outgoings)

• Tenancy & Freehold:

  • Long-term tenant in situ, offering income stability from day one.

  • Share of freehold ownership, reducing certain leasehold risks and potentially lowering future ground rent / service charge concerns.

• Parking & Location:

  • Allocated parking for one vehicle adds to tenant appeal.

  • Top-floor aspect often in higher demand 

    Area & Growth Potential — Universal Studios Effect

    Bedford is on the cusp of a transformational development: Universal Destinations & Experiences has chosen Bedford for its first European theme park and resort, to be built on the former Kempston Hardwick brickworks. universalukproject.co.uk+4The Guardian+4universal-bedford.co.uk+4

    Key facts about this development:

    • The project is expected to open by 2031, subject to planning consents. universal-bedford.co.uk+3GOV.UK+3The Standard+3

    • It will include a large theme park, a 500-room hotel, extensive retail, dining, and entertainment facilities. universalstudiosresort.co.uk+2The Independent+2

    • Estimated visitor numbers in the first year are 8.5 million. The Guardian+1

    • It is projected to generate ~£50 billion economic benefit over time, and create around 28,000 jobs (during construction & once operational) in hospitality, creative, and supporting sectors. universalukproject.co.uk+3GOV.UK+3universal-bedford.co.uk+3

    • Infrastructure improvements are planned or under review, including expansion of local rail-stations (e.g. Wixams), direct slip roads from the A421, better road access, etc. universal-bedford.co.uk+1

    Why This Matters for Investors in This Property

    • Demand Drivers: With the Universal theme-park resort coming, demand for housing in nearby areas is likely to increase significantly — from workers, hospitality staff, tourism-linked roles, plus ancillary services. Strong demand supports stable or rising rents.

    • Transport & Infrastructure Improvements: Road, rail and station upgrades will improve connectivity, boosting the appeal of apartments in Bedford for commuters, visitors, and workers.

    • Capital Growth Potential: Major investment at this scale tends to lift property values over time, especially in well-located, accessible areas. A property like this, already refurbished, with positive tenant cashflow, is well placed to benefit from that uplift.

    • Risk Mitigation: Share of freehold helps reduce uncertainty over escalating ground rents / service charges. Long-term tenancy ensures steady income during the period leading up to and during Universal’s build-out phase.