City skyline draw for investor

It takes something special to capture the attention of a seasoned investor. So the city centre views from the top floor apartment at Waterloo Place ticked all the right boxes for Badrul Alom.

The 38-year-old restaurateur was looking for a prime investment opportunity in an up and coming area and was quick to identify the potential of Rowland’s new development, located just one mile from the centre of Manchester, as a great place to live.

Offering a collection of attractively priced two-bedroom apartments, spacious three-bedroom townhouses and three-bedroom mews homes, Waterloo Place holds strong appeal for residents and investors alike.

Badrul commented: “Everything about Waterloo Place was compatible with my requirements. It offered me value for money and the opportunity to make a greater return on my investment, given the developing nature of the Cheetwood area. It benefits from a superb position, just a ten-minute walk from the city centre and this was a key factor for me. Increasingly, I think professionals who work in the city want to get away from the hustle and bustle – yet still be close enough to enjoy it during evenings and weekends. A location just outside the city centre offers people convenience but breathing space.

“I choose an apartment because they remain the property of choice for many young professionals who don’t have the time to tend a garden and want the peace of mind of a secure living environment. With the top floor apartment you can see the skyline of the city centre, which just reinforces how close people are to the heart of Manchester. Every apartment also has a secure car parking space, which is a must for the working professional. I was also very impressed with the high specification offered. I have a number of investment properties across the North West but this apartment is of a superior standard.

“From an investor’s perspective, the sales brochure and whole feel of the sales area also appealed to me. The development has got this young, vibrant feel to it and has been very well thought out and designed. This gave me confidence in the rental potential for the professional audience.”

Badrul, who owns a chain of restaurants, is one of many buyers to secure their property off-plan and benefit from pre show home prices. A selection of apartments and townhouses are currently on sale, with prices from £132,950 and £202,950 respectively.

Situated over four storeys, with all floors fully accessible by both lift and stairs, the two-bedroom apartments make maximum use of space to create airy living environments flooded with natural light. Open-plan kitchens feature a range of integral appliances, including stainless steel oven, hob and ventilation hood. The adjacent living and dining area is the perfect place for relaxing and entertaining, with French windows on all upper floor apartments, leading out onto appealing Juliette balconies.

Buyers looking for more space and versatility will find Rowland’s townhouses an ideal proposition - for the properties offer the greatest square footage in town. A combined lounge and dining area, fitted kitchen and cloakroom are located on the ground floor, offering buyers a traditional layout for relaxed family mealtimes and leisure time. Moving up, the first floor accommodates bedrooms two and three and a bathroom, leaving the second floor dedicated to the master bedroom, which is equipped with en-suite.

The sales centre is open from 11am to 5.30pm on Mondays, Thursdays and Fridays and from 11am to 5pm Saturdays and Sundays.

For further information visit Rowland.co.uk.