Summary -
Apartment 1.9,The Design House,1 William Fairburn Way,MANCHESTER,M4 1BH
M4 1BH
2 bed 2 bath Apartment
Bright, long-lease two-bed apartment minutes from Piccadilly and the Northern Quarter.
Two double bedrooms with floor-to-ceiling fitted wardrobes and en suite to master
Open-plan living, fitted kitchen, balcony and plentiful natural light
Chain-free sale with long lease (circa 229 years remaining)
Sold by online auction — buyer’s premium 3.6% (min £6,600) applies
Legal pack fee £396 and AML/proof checks currently £80 payable by buyer
Ground rent £150; service/ground rent show no review period
Central location — walkable to Piccadilly, Victoria, Northern Quarter amenities
Area is student-heavy with very deprived local index; strong rental market
This two-bedroom apartment in The Design House places contemporary city living minutes from Manchester Piccadilly and the Northern Quarter. The open-plan living area, fitted kitchen, floor-to-ceiling windows and private balcony create bright, usable space ideal for professionals or first-time buyers seeking a central base.
Both double bedrooms include full-height fitted wardrobes; the master benefits from an en suite and there is a separate modern bathroom. The apartment is chain-free and comes with long lease terms (circa 229 years) and lift access, making it straightforward to own or rent out.
Buyers should note this property is sold via online auction. A buyer’s premium of 3.6% (minimum £6,600 incl. VAT), a legal pack fee of £396, and an AML/proof-of-funds check fee (current figure £80 inc. VAT) apply. Ground rent is small (£150) and the service/ground rent have no scheduled review period listed.
The immediate neighbourhood is a lively, multicultural, student-heavy area with excellent transport, cafés and nightlife nearby — strong rental demand but a higher local deprivation index. Early internal viewing or review of the legal pack is recommended to confirm any details before bidding.
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