Property description
An unusual opportunity to purchase a Grade II listed 3/4 bedroom mainly first floor maisonette that has been successfully let to students over the years, currently providing an excellent return on investment (ROI), with rental income of 2,000pcm, resulting in a gross yield of over 8%. The property retains many character features with versatile accommodation and is considered ideal as a home (with vacant possession Summer 2025) or investment and offers bright and flexible accommodation over the three floors and is bound to appeal to home owners looking for a home with a difference or an investor looking to add to their property portfolio.Packed with character features including sash windows, exposed wood floors and high ceilings the property is situated in the centre of Penryn providing a fantastic opportunity for a good rental income. The property is being offered on a Leasehold basis, plus a 50% share of the freehold of the building.LOCATIONThe location of the property means that access to the amenities and shops of Penryn are just a short walk away, whilst the train station and Tremough Campus are also within easy reach. Penryn is one of the oldest towns in Cornwall, having received its first charter in 1265; a town full of surprises and surrounded by lovely countryside. The town enjoys good transport links with Falmouth via a regular bus service and train station nearby, which links to the city of Truro and mainline Paddington service. Falmouth town (approximately 2 miles) provides an eclectic and more comprehensive range of shopping, schooling, business and leisure facilities.A viewing is very highly recommended, and many buyers will appreciate the current income being produced.FRONT APPROACHApproached down a walkway off Higher Market Street. Ground FloorEntrance Porchwith windows to two elevations, space and ducting for tumble dryer, tiled floor. Attractive exposed wood tread turning staircase rises to First FloorLandingWindow to rear, exposed wood flooring, attractive staircase rises to 2nd floor, doors to :Bedroom One /Living Room4.45m x 3.56m (14' 7" x 11' 8") (maximum) irregular shaped room, exposed wood floorboards, attractive bay window to the front with central arched sash window flanked by pair of sash windows giving an interesting view to Penryn town centre. 9'6" ceiling height, electric panel radiator, coved ceiling, slate hearth from former fireplace.Bedroom Two3.67m x 2.29m (12' 0" x 7' 6") light and airy room with 9'6" ceiling height, stripped original floorboards, arched sash window to front, 'Purus' digital panel heater, coved ceiling,Storage CupboardWalk-in, electric meters, fuse boxes and smart meter.Kitchen Diner 4.7m x 3.51m (15' 5" x 11' 6") (max) Irregular shaped room, two casement windows to side, fitted kitchen comprises white gloss fronted range of floor and wall mounted cupboards with woodblock work surfaces 1 1/2 bowl stainless steel sink and drainer unit with mixer tap, ?Metro? style ceramic tiling, integrated appliances include: oven, induction hob, extractor fan and washing machine. Vinyl flooring, Dimplex 'Quantum' night storage heater. Hot water tank immersion. Step down to:Inner HallBedroom Three3m x 2.53m (9' 10" x 8' 4") Attractive multi paint casement window to rear, extra recess. Storage and hanging space, wall mounted electric heater digital panel heater 'Purus' digital panel heater.Bedroom Four3.46m x 3.33m (11' 4" x 10' 11") narrowing to 2.82m (L-shaped) uPVC casement double glazed casement window, extra walk-in storage recess with hanging rail.Bathroom2.126m x 1.67m (7' 0" x 5' 6") L shaped bath without taps, but Mira sport electric shower over, grey complementary ceramic tiling, white suite comprising low level flush WC and pedestal wash hand basin, extractor fan, obscured glazed roof light, wall mounted electric fan heater Second FloorAttic Room5.7m x 3.51m (18' 8" x 11' 6") with restricted head height, exposed roof timbers, laminate flooring, Velux window to rear and further casement window to gable end.ServicesThe following services are available at the property however we have not verified connection, mains electricity, mains water, mains drainage, broadband/telephone subject to tariffs and regulations.ViewingStrictly by appointment through the vendor's sole agents Lewis Haughton. Tel 01872 264120, info@lewishaughton.comAgents NotesThese particulars are only a general outline for the guidance of intending purchasers and do not constitute in whole or in part an offer or a Contract. Reasonable endeavours have beenmade to ensure that the information given in these particulars is materially correct, but any intending purchaser should satisfy themselves by inspection, searches, enquiries, and survey as to the correctness of each statement. All statements in these particulars are made without esponsibility on the part of Lewis Haughton. No statement in these particulars is to be relied upon as a statement or representation of fact. Nothing in these particulars shall be deemed to be a statement that the property is in good repair or condition or otherwise nor that any services or facilities are in good working order.Photographs may show only certain parts and aspects of the property at the time when the photographs were taken and you should rely on actual inspection. No assumption should be made in respect of parts of the property not shown in photographs. Any areas, measurements or distances are only approximate. Any reference to alterations or use is not intended to be a statement that any necessary planning, building regulation, listed building or any other consent has been obtained.STUDENT LETTINGThe property is currently let individually on a fixed term tenancy agreement to a mix of four undergraduate and postgraduate students until Summer 2025 at a rate of ?500 per calendar month per person. The tenants are responsible for the payment of utility bills.TENURELeasehold, plus a 50% share of the freehold of the building. This often gives greater control over the management and maintenance of the building.Details:1. Date of lease commencement: 23.10.1987 2. Length of lease: 999 years.3. Lease title CL117384.2. No Ground Rent payable3. Owns 50% of freehold CL117383.4. Contribution of 50% towards maintenance.COUNCIL TAX BANDBAND ADIRECTIONSPosition Of Front Doorwhat3wordsmasts.backward.hintedGoogle Plus code5V9X+45W Penryn
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