May Street, Cathays, Cardiff, CF24 4EW

A fully compliant 4-bedroom licensed HMO in prime Cathays producing £28,800 PA (£2,400 PCM / £600 per room), with unbroken, contracted income secured straight through to 30th June 2028.

Following a major thermal renovation project this past summer—internally insulating, boarding, and re-plastering all perimeter walls and ceilings—the property now achieves a rare and coveted EPC Rating C (valid until 2036), completely eliminating future MEES retrofit capex while lowering tenant heating bills.

Continuously let and managed by Sales & Lettings Angels for 11 straight years, the asset offers an unbroken, transparent maintenance history, an active Cardiff Council HMO licence valid to 24th October 2028 (~2 years remaining), and complete turnkey compliance (current GSC, 5-year EICR, and formal FRA). An ideal, hands-off asset for portfolio landlords.

A fully compliant 4-bedroom licensed HMO in prime Cathays producing £28,800 PA (£2,400 PCM / £600 per room), with unbroken, contracted income secured straight through to 30th June 2028.

Following a major thermal renovation project this past summer—internally insulating, boarding, and re-plastering all perimeter walls and ceilings—the property now achieves a rare and coveted EPC Rating C (valid until 2036), completely eliminating future MEES retrofit capex while lowering tenant heating bills. Continuously let and managed by Sales & Lettings Angels for 11 straight years, the asset offers an unbroken, transparent maintenance history, an active Cardiff Council HMO licence valid to 24th October 2028 (~2 years remaining), and complete turnkey compliance (current GSC, 5-year EICR, and formal FRA). An ideal, hands-off asset for portfolio landlords.


Turnkey 4-Bed Cathays HMO | Contracted to June 2028 (£28,800 PA) | Rare EPC C via Summer Thermal Retrofit | 11-Year Agency Provenance

For portfolio investors seeking immediate cashflow stability without tenant-turnaround friction, 7 May Street represents a rare, fully vetted acquisition in Cathays—Cardiff’s core student and professional letting territory.

Tenancy & Cashflow Profile

Contracted Term: Fixed tenancy secured through 30th June 2028

Rental Income: Let at £600 per person per month (£2,400 PCM / £28,800 PA).

Zero Void Record: Sourced from Cardiff's resilient university market, delivering consistent year-on-year demand and unbroken rental income.

Heavy Capex Complete: Exceptional EPC Rating C
Victorian terraced houses in Cathays typically linger at D or E energy ratings, leaving landlords exposed to costly statutory upgrades. Following a substantial capital investment this past summer, this property underwent an extensive thermal wrap:

All internal perimeter walls and ceilings were insulated, re-boarded, and skimmed in fresh plaster.

The upgrades elevated the property to a rare EPC Rating C (valid for 10 years until 2036).

The Investor Benefit: Full protection against future MEES regulatory tightening, zero required insulation capex, and reduced winter heating costs for tenants.

11-Year Provenance & Full Maintenance Transparency
Unlike speculative stock with unknown histories, 7 May Street has been continuously sourced and let by Sales & Lettings Angels for 11 consecutive years:

Full visibility over historical maintenance logs, repairs, and contractor works.

Unbroken 11-year C4 HMO tenancy records—vital proof of lawful continuous use under Cardiff Council's strict Article 4 planning framework.

Turnkey Compliance Pack
All legal and safety documentation is up to date and ready for conveyancing diligence:

Cardiff HMO Licence: Fully licensed shared house with Cardiff Council / Shared Regulatory Services (SRS), active until 24th October 2028 (~2 years remaining).

Energy Performance Certificate (EPC): Grade C certificate lodged and valid to 2036.

Gas Safety (GSC): Annual Gas Safety Certificate fully certified and on file.

Electrical Safety (EICR): Satisfactory 5-year Electrical Installation Condition Report on record.

Fire Safety (FRA): Formal Fire Risk Assessment in place, complete with interlinked alarms and compliant fire doors.

Property Walkthrough
Entrance Hallway: Low-maintenance, bright entrance hall providing access to the ground-floor bedroom, living quarters, and first-floor staircase.

Bedroom 1 (Ground Floor): Generous, fully furnished front double bedroom with double glazing, desk study area, wardrobe, and chest of drawers.

Communal Living & Dining Lounge: A dedicated, central social hub for tenants—ensuring an independent dining and relaxation area without sacrificing bedroom space.

Fitted Kitchen: Practical multi-occupancy layout fitted with double fridge-freezer capacity, electric oven, hob, washing machine, and generous storage.

First floor Floor Bathroom/WC: Fitted bathroom suite comprising bath with overhead shower, washbasin, and WC.

First Floor Landing: Accessing three private, well-proportioned upper bedrooms.

Bedrooms 2, 3 & 4 (First Floor): Three spacious double study bedrooms, fully furnished with double beds, wardrobes, drawer storage, and dedicated study desks.

Exterior: Enclosed, low-maintenance paved rear courtyard—ideal for outdoor seating and secure cycle storage.