Summary - APARTMENT RM 210, ROYAL MILLS, 2 COTTON STREET M4 5BZ
2 bed 2 bath Apartment
Large period apartment with parking near New Islington marina.
- Grade II listed conversion full of industrial character
- Very large 1,280 sq ft second-floor apartment
- Two double bedrooms and two bathrooms including ensuite
- Two allocated off-street parking spaces included
- Heating and hot water included in service charge
- Service charge £6,955pa (above average) and running costs notable
- Leasehold with c.128 years remaining; ground rent £175pa
- Listed status restricts alterations and may complicate refurbishments
Set within the Grade II listed Royal Mills, this unusually large second-floor apartment offers 1,280 sq ft of flexible living space ideal for buy-to-let or city-living professionals. The apartment pairs industrial character — exposed brick, a barrelled ceiling and original ironwork in the main bedroom — with contemporary finishes and large multi‑panel windows that flood the living space with light. Two allocated off‑street parking spaces add practical value in central Ancoats.
The building provides resident conveniences that support lettings and resale: 24‑hour concierge, a dramatic glass atrium with an on-site cafe, and excellent transport links to Piccadilly and local Metrolink stops. Heating and hot water are covered by the service charge, simplifying utility arrangements for tenants. The property sits close to New Islington Marina, restaurants and amenities that drive strong rental demand.
Buyers should note material costs of ownership: the apartment is leasehold with c.128 years remaining, a service charge of £6,955pa (above average) and a small ground rent of £175pa which steps in 2028. Listed status means alterations are restricted and can complicate refurbishment plans. The building is solid brick (likely uninsulated in places) and uses a community heating scheme — important considerations for long‑term maintenance and energy efficiency upgrades.
For investors this flat offers a good central location, strong tenant appeal and two parking spaces — balanced by running costs and listed‑building constraints. Owner‑occupiers seeking character and generous space in the heart of Ancoats will also find this a compelling, if slightly costly, package.
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