Galingale View, Newcastle under Lyme, ST5

There's a steady rhythm to this home that suits shared living without feeling crowded. It's currently set up as a six-bedroom student let, bringing in £35,184 per annum, but the way the space flows means it would easily adapt over time depending on whether you're an investor or a family.

Downstairs has been thoughtfully reworked. The garage conversion adds a proper extra bedroom, alongside another ground floor room, a shower room and seperate WC. It gives a bit of independence to whoever lives here, which works well in a house share setup.

The first floor is where everything comes together. The kitchen, dining and living space sits open plan, so it naturally becomes the social hub of the house. Doors open out onto a balcony, which brings in a good amount of light and gives a bit of breathing space, especially in the warmer months. It's easy to picture this being where most evenings end up, whether that's cooking together or just unwinding.

Up on the second floor, there are three further bedrooms, all comfortable sizes, with one having its own en-suite. The layout across all three floors spreads people out in a way that feels considered rather than crammed in.

Outside, the garden is a real plus. It's mainly laid to lawn, private, and not overlooked, which is rare to find in this kind of setup. It gives the house a quieter feel than you might expect.

The location in Keele is what ties it all together. You're around a five-minute drive to Keele University, with Newcastle-under-Lyme town centre, Tesco, and local pubs all within easy reach. It's the kind of spot that keeps things simple for tenants, which matter when it comes to long-term rental demand.

Parking is straightforward too, with a driveway for two to three cars and additional on-road space available.

For those looking at investment property near Keele University, this is one that already works and has the number to back it up. But beyond that, it's a house that's been shaped around how people actually live day to day.

It's the balance of space, light, and that open-plan living area that tends to stick with people here.