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High-Yield Block of Flats in Newcastle-under-Lyme

Guide price £625,000

Type of Sale

for sale under auction terms and conditions

Key Features

  • 2 km from Longport station close to A34/A500
  • Direct to auctioneer and Online bidding available
  • Freehold investment block of flats (Nos. 9
  • On-site parking bays & communal courtyard
  • Urban setting with strong rental demand

Description

Overview

This is a rare opportunity to acquire a block of five leasehold apartments in the heart of Newcastle-under-Lyme, Staffordshire. The sale uniquely includes Courtyard Apartments Management Limited, the established Right to Manage (RTM) company for the building.

Ownership & Management Structure

  • Leasehold Tenure: The apartments are leasehold; the freehold (land ownership) is held by a separate company.
  • RTM Company Included: The RTM company does not own the ground but manages the building and communal areas under statutory rights granted by the Commonhold and Leasehold Reform Act 2002. This gives the buyer direct control over service charges, maintenance, and management decisions for the entire block—not just the individual units.
  • Ground Rent: Ground rent remains payable to the freeholder, collected through their agent, Simarc Property Management.
  • Background: Residents previously exercised their legal right to manage, replacing the external management company with the RTM structure. For more on RTM, see UK Government RTM guidance and the Leasehold Advisory Service.

Investment Highlights

  • Management Control: The RTM company empowers the buyer to set service charge budgets, select contractors, and oversee building insurance.
  • Rental Demand: The property is ideally located for students, hospital staff, and professionals, ensuring strong rental yields.
  • Local Amenities: Newcastle-under-Lyme offers a vibrant town centre, excellent schools, and easy access to the M6, Stoke-on-Trent railway, and major employers like Keele University and Royal Stoke University Hospital. Learn more at Newcastle-under-Lyme Borough Council.

Legal & Auction Information

  • Legal Pack: For full tenure, service charge, and RTM documentation, see our auction legal packs.
  • Auction Details: [Insert lot number, auction date, and guide price here once confirmed.]
  • Viewing Arrangements: Contact Palace Auctions to arrange a viewing or for further information.

Location

Newcastle-under-Lyme is a historic market town with excellent transport links, a lively community, and proximity to top universities and healthcare facilities. The area is popular with families, students, and professionals, supporting consistent rental demand and long-term investment growth.   Firstly, Newcastle-under-Lyme block of flats at The Courtyard offers a rare freehold investment opportunity in Staffordshire. Comprising five self-contained units (flats 9, 10, 11, 12 and 15), this property sits on Beasley Avenue just off London Road (ST5 7RW), with direct road access via the A34 and A500 and mainline rail at Longport station 2 km away. Investors can leverage strong local rental demand, low vacancy rates and proximity to retail, leisure and educational amenities. Secondly each flat features communal parking bays, a shared courtyard and double-glazed windows. Subject to planning permission, there is scope to enhance unit layouts or pursue short-term lets. Online bidding is enabled for the April 2024 auction, with the legal pack—covering title deeds, leases and floor plans—available for immediate download. EPC certificates can be provided on request. Thirdly to that with the average flat prices at £92,300 in Newcastle-under-Lyme and gross rental yields up to 6.65%. investors can expect robust income streams. Ongoing town centre regeneration projects—such as Rye Park and Astley Place promise capital growth, bolstered by strong student demand, ensuring long-term asset value and market resilience.

Investment Highlights:

Freehold block of five flats Guide Price: £625,000 – see auction pack High-yield potential aligned with Staffordshire market Close to transport, shops and universities In addition Prospective buyers should review the interactive map below, explore the virtual street-view tour and download the detailed brochure. last of all for further regional insight, see our Staffordshire Investment Guide. Contact our team to arrange a site visit or request income projections.

Internal & External Links 🔗

Internal: Auction Calendar Internal: Staffordshire Investment Guide External: Newcastle-under-Lyme Borough Council – newcastle-staffs.gov.uk External: Longport Station info – nationalrail.co.uk/stations/lgp

Listing Time & Date

Updated: 6th November, 2025, 

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Edward Swindells Auctioneer Consultant Auctioneer & Valuer

Location

Courtyard Beasley Avenue London road Newcastle under Lyme Staffordshire ST5 7RW

Viewing Details

Viewing is strictly by appointment only. Subject to 72 hours with the Auctioneers.

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Income

COURTYARD APARTMENTS GROSS RENTAL INCOME
12 COURTYARD (3 BED) £995 PCM
10 COURTYARD (2 BED). £775 PCM
15 COURTYARD (2 BED). £775 PCM
11 COURTYARD (1 BED). £600 PCM
9 COURTYARD (1 BED). £650 PCM
Total annualized rent roll per annum £46,140,00
Plus The management company is Courtyard apartments management Ltd 06313933 (also included within the sale). opportunity to charge service charges from 2025 and benefit from ground rents of £250 per apartment.

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