Description
Key Takeaway: This SE18 HMO investment property offers a licensed five-bed HMO just 5 minutes from Woolwich Arsenal station, generating £62,220 pa for a 9.57% gross yield (6.44% net).

Description
Palace Auctions present this SE18 HMO investment property, an exceptional licensed five-bedroom house of multiple occupation in Woolwich Arsenal. Priced at £650,000 plus a 2% buyer’s fee, this asset delivers £62,220 pa rental income (£5,185 pcm) and a 9.57% gross yield (6.44% net after operating costs). The property is licensed pre-Article 4 direction, securing its HMO status against future planning changes.
Upon entry, tenants enjoy a large open-plan kitchen-diner ideal for communal living. Five double bedrooms—each with double glazing—are served by two modern bathrooms. Additionally, a generous south-facing garden offers valuable outdoor amenity space. High-speed broadband and individual tenancy agreements maximise appeal to professionals and students.
Moreover, investors benefit from strong cash flow from day one and robust long-term capital growth driven by Woolwich’s Crossrail connectivity and ongoing regeneration. With ROI on deposit ranging from 9.26% (25% deposit) to 7.85% (40% deposit), this SE18 HMO investment property suits both cash buyers and leveraged investors.
For due diligence, download the Legal Pack and the EPC report. To arrange a viewing, please book via our Auction Calendar. You can also explore our HMO Investment Guide for sector insights.
Income & Yield Analysis
Metric | Value |
---|---|
Asking Price | £650,000 |
Buyer’s Fee (2%) | £13,000 |
Total Investment | £663,000 |
Annual Rental Income | £62,220 |
Monthly Rental Income | £5,185 |
Gross Rental Yield | 9.57% |
Estimated Annual Costs | £20,366 |
Net Annual Income | £41,854 |
Net Rental Yield | 6.44% |
———– | —————- |
25% | £162,500 |
30% | £195,000 |
35% | £227,500 |
40% | £260,000 |


Location & Transport
- Woolwich Arsenal Station (Elizabeth Line & DLR): TfL Details
- Bus routes 486, N1 to Canary Wharf & central London
- Crossrail connectivity: 13 mins to Canary Wharf, 23 mins to Paddington
- Nearby amenities: Royal Arsenal development, Phaser Calder parks, local cafés
Internal Link Suggestion:
– Auction Calendar for viewing slots and bidding details
Outbound Links:
– HMO licensing guidance: www.gov.uk/house-multiple-occupation-licence
– SE18 area guide (Zoopla): www.zoopla.co.uk/area-guides/london/se18/
– Rightmove SE18 prices: rightmove.co.uk/house-prices/SE18.
– Crossrail Woolwich: crossrail.co.uk/station/woolwich
Updated: Saturday, August 16, 2025