Lakesmere Close, Kidlington, Oxfordshire, OX5
- PROPERTY TYPE
Ground Flat
- BEDROOMS
2
- BATHROOMS
1
- SIZE
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Key features
- Ground floor two-bedroom apartment
- Strong 7.3% net yield (approx. 8.8% gross yield)
- £1,400 PCM rental income generating £16,800 per annum
- Leasehold with 139 years remaining
- Prime investment location in Kidlington, close to Oxford
Description
Asking Price: £190,000 | EPC: C | Leasehold (139 Years Remaining)
An outstanding turnkey buy-to-let investment located in the highly sought-after village of Kidlington, just north of Oxford. This ground floor, two-bedroom apartment offers immediate income, a strong yield, and long-term growth potential in one of Oxfordshire's most resilient rental markets.
Currently achieving £1,400 per calendar month (£16,800 per annum). The property is subject to a ground rent of £454pa and a service charge of £2,565pa. This delivers an attractive 7.3% net yield and approximately 8.8% gross yield, making it a compelling addition to any investor's portfolio.
Financial Overview & Investment Returns
Purchase Price: £190,000
Current Rental Income: £1,400 PCM
Annual Rental Income: £16,800
Gross Yield: Approx. 8.8%
Net Yield: 7.3%
Lease Remaining: 139 years
EPC Rating: C
Investment Performance
With strong monthly income already in place, this is an immediate income-producing asset. The long lease provides security, while the EPC C rating supports ongoing and future rental compliance requirements.
Given the continued demand in the Oxford commuter belt, there is realistic scope for rental growth, further enhancing long-term returns.
Property Highlights
Ground floor position
Two well-proportioned bedrooms
Long leasehold (139 years remaining)
Energy efficient (EPC C)
Established rental income
Attractive price point for the area
Strong tenant demand
Location & Investment Appeal
Situated within easy reach of local amenities, supermarkets, schools, and green spaces, Lakesmere Close benefits from a prime position within Kidlington - one of Oxfordshire's largest and most desirable villages.
Connectivity is a major draw:
Quick access to Oxford city centre
Close to Oxford Parkway Station (direct trains to London Marylebone)
Easy access to the A34, A40 and M40
Popular with professionals working in Oxford, science parks, and surrounding business hubs
Kidlington continues to attract tenants seeking more space and value than central Oxford, while maintaining excellent transport links.
Why This Works for Investors
Strong 7.3% net yield
Immediate £16,800 annual income
Long lease reduces risk
High-demand commuter location
Low-maintenance, ground floor unit
Solid long-term capital growth potential
Opportunities at this price point with this level of return in the Oxfordshire market are increasingly rare. Early enquiry recommended to secure this high-yielding investment opportunity.
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Lakesmere Close, Kidlington, Oxfordshire, OX5
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