AVAILABLE PROPERTY

House to let – Lower Wellhouse, Huddersfield

Property type: 2 Bed Cottage
Location: Huddersfield
Rental: £425 pcm
Min term: 6 months

A two bedroom, two storey cottage tucked away in a courtyard setting with off street parking, shared external store, private outside area and communal gardens.

To the ground floor there is a modern dining/living/kitchen with recently fitted kitchen, new carpets and new white goods appliances available. This room has character features with mullioned windows, beams on display and partial stone fireplace (see floor plan for dimensions). A staircase rises from the rear hallway to the first floor where there are two fair sized bedrooms and a larger than expected modern house bathroom with three piece, white suite with shower over bath. The property has an additional doorway on the first floor which leads out to a small shared yard area (possibility to have bench or small table and chairs). There is also a small garden area to the front which is predominantly flower beds, however there is again space for small bench/chairs. The property does however have use of the good sized lawned area to the front across the lane which can be used for sitting out or hanging washing. With views across the valley, this super little cottage should be viewed early to avoid disappointment.

• 2 bedroom cottage
• Courtyard setting
• Off street parking and external store
• Recently fitted kitchen
• Private external area and communal gardens
• Valley views
• Available now
• Bond – £525

To enquire about this property, please contact us on 01484 682999. To view the full advert for this property please click here.

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Flat to let – Flat 5, Stone Bow House, North Gate

Property type: 1 Bedroom Flat
Location: Northgate, Almondbury
Rental: £300 pcm
Min term: 6 months

A surprisingly spacious lower ground floor one bedroom flat with off street parking, located conveniently for access to Almondbury’s local amenities including transport links to Huddersfield centre.

Located within Stone Bow House, a short flight of steps leads down to the flat’s personal external access door. Briefly the accommodation comprises a good sized dining kitchen with fitted units, cooker and fridge, and a door opening leads through to the large bedroom with ample space for free standing furniture. There is a w.c., sink, and shower cubicle. The property has allocated parking and offers ease of access to the local amenities, transport links, and Huddersfield centre.

Rent: £300 pcm
Bond: £300

• Spacious flat
• Personal entrance door
• Off street parking
• One bedroom
• Well presented
• Easy access to local amenities
• Good transport links
• Bond: £300

To enquire about this property, please contact us on 01484 682999. To view a list of all our available properties please click here.

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Apartment to let – Heritage Mills, Golcar

Property type: 1 Bedroom Apartment
Location: Golcar
Rental: £400 pcm
Min term: 6 months

A high quality, one bedroom apartment set in beautiful woodland surroundings in the sought after location of Heritage Mills, Golcar.

This high quality apartment boasts; entrance hallway with secure entry system and alarm, contemporary house bathroom with granite finishes and shower over bath, one double bedroom of a good size with views over the woodland, and dining/living/kitchen. The kitchen has a clear divide and is complete with integrated washer/dryer, dishwasher, fridge, freezer and oven, and there are ample units to both the high and low level. The living/dining area has neutral carpets and a feature fireplace and mantle. Overall this property is of a high quality and offers modern, secure accommodation for young professionals or retired persons alike. Externally the property has communal areas and dedicated parking space for one vehicle plus additional visitor parking.

Rent: £400 pcm

Bond: £500

• One bedroom apartment
• Off street parking
• High quality finish
• Integrated kitchen appliances
• Must be viewed
• Secure entry system
• In woodland surroundings
• Bond – £500

To enquire about this property, please contact us on 01484 682999. To view the full advert for this property please click here.

Good communication ‘is essential for successful strategies’

According to Landlord Assist, a good level of communication is essential for successful tenancies. They claimed regular contact between renters and letting agents or landlords is the key to avoiding disputes and raising standards in the private rented sector.

Stephen Parry, commercial director at the organisation, stated: “To help prevent disputes from occurring, better communication between landlords and tenants is required, together with clear guidance for tenants on what repairs and maintenance the landlord is contractually responsible for and which the tenant should undertake as part of their tenancy conditions.”

Mr Parry said tenants should be willing to report any damage that occurs in a property and to ask for repairs when needed. He called on renters to remember they are responsible for making letting agents or landlords aware of the need for any maintenance promptly.

“Failure to do so could make any future repairs more invasive and costly and the tenant may be held liable,” the rental expert added.

Graham Kinnear, Landlord Assist managing director, said the growth of the private rented sector is making the issue of property standards and repairs increasingly prominent. He claimed that while the majority of landlords provide a good, professional service, there is a rogue minority who are unwilling to maintain their portfolios and are only interested in short-term gains.

Mr Kinnear believes this problem could be addressed by the government taking action to increase the supply of rental housing throughout the UK. He claimed this would boost competition, meaning landlords and agents have no choice but to raise standards if they are to attract renters.

The industry expert also believes this will improve tenant mobility, while ensuring the buy-to-let sector remains attractive to investors.

He is not the first to call for the supply of rental homes to be increased, as this is an issue that has been raised regularly in recent months. In February, law firm Addleshaw Goddard and the British Property Federation called on the government to focus on building more rental properties rather than fixating on home ownership.

Applegate have an ever increasing demand for rental properties in the area that meets with this findings. Traditionally, the property market has always focussed on property sales but as the economy has changed there is more demand to promote lettings. This suits the budgets of many in the area as due to the cost of living being much higher than previous years.

Source: www.rman.co.uk

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Now let – Oldfield, Honley

Property type: 2 bedroom cottage
Location: Honley, Holmfirth
Rental: £650 pcm
Min term: 6 months

This grade II listed stone cottage retains many of its original features, including exposed beams and stone mullioned windows.

With stunning long-distance views, the property comprises: entrance hall; spacious lounge with stone fireplace and wood burning stove; contemporary fitted kitchen with oven, hob and extractor fan; adjoining pantry room with space and sockets for washer and dryer; spacious landing; two first floor double bedrooms; and good-size bathroom with four-piece suite, including shower cublicle.

The property  is unfurnished with carpets and curtains, and has delightful, well-stocked front and rear gardens, as well as off-street parking for two cars.  The cottage is situated in the popular village of Honley, which offers a wide range of local ameneties and good transport links.

• Stunning views
• Gardens to front and rear
• Wood burning stove
• Parking
• Grade II listed
• Off street parking
• Tastefully restored
• External store

To enquire about this property, please contact us on 01484 682999. To view a list of all our available properties please click here.

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Now let – Flat 2, Stone Bow House, North Gate

Property type: 1 Bedroom Flat
Location: Northgate, Almondbury
Rental: £300 pcm
Min term: 6 months

A one bedroom flat with off street parking, located conveniently for access to Almondbury’s local amenities including transport links to Huddersfield centre.

Located within Stone Bow House, the flat is located on the second floor and is accessed via the communal hall/staircase. Briefly the accommodation comprises; entrance hall, kitchen with fitted units, cooker and fridge, good sized lounge with windows affording a good degree of natural light, bedroom and shower room. The property has allocated parking and offers ease of access to the local amenities, transport links, and Huddersfield centre.

Rent: £300 pcm
Bond: £300

• One bedroom flat
• Off street parking
• Easy access to local amenities
• Good transport links
• Good sized lounge
• Well presented
• Bond: £300

To enquire about this property, please contact us on 01484 682999. To view a list of all our available properties please click here.

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Now let – Marlynn, Cemetery Road, Holmfirth

Property type: 3 bed detached bungalow
Location: Holmfirth
Rental: £1200 pcm
Min term: 6 months

With stunning views across the valley of Holmfirth, this welcoming and spacious three double bedroom detached bungalow offers high quality accommodation with garage and gardens.

Located close to the centre of Holmfirth and with stunning panoramic views enjoyed from the principal rooms, this home really must be viewed to be fully appreciated. With gas fired central heating, double glazing throughout and an alarm system, the spacious accommodation briefly comprises: entrance hallway with useful coat/boiler store, internal hallway with double glazed doors leading out to the garden, two store rooms, well presented kitchen with modern units to the high and low level and appliances including fridge, freezer, dishwasher and cooker, lounge with feature gas stove and double glazed doors leading through to conservatory (a peaceful room which really does take full advantage of the views), second sitting room/dining room with bay window, a further reception room with high angled ceiling lines, Velux windows and double glazed doors leading out to the front of the property, house bathroom with shower over bath, and three double bedrooms, with the master having an en-suite shower room. Externally the property has good sized well-tended gardens to the front and rear, driveway providing ample off road parking and a single garage. There are two external sheds and greenhouse, and an area which could be considered suitable for a vegetable plot. Available now.

• Detached well presented and spacious bungalow
• Elevated position with panoramic valley views
• Three reception rooms
• Modern kitchen with appliances
• Three double bedrooms, en-suite to master
• Garage and driveway
• Good sized gardens to front and rear
• Close to Holmfirth centre
• Bond £1500

To enquire about this property, please contact us on 01484 682999. To view a list of all our available properties please click here.

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Now let – North Road, Kirkburton

Property type: 2 Bedroom Flat
Location: Kirkburton, Huddersfield
Rental: £399 pcm
Min term: 6 months

A two bedroom luxury home set over two levels with two double bedrooms in the sought after village of Kirkburton.

This two bedroom home must be viewed to fully appreciate the time and effort that has been put into the final detail and quality. Briefly comprising; Entrance hallway, luxury bathroom with full height contemporary tiling throughout, double bedroom, living/dining/kitchen with wooden effect flooring, spotlights and stylish cream kitchen and new appliances. An additional staircase rises to the top floor where a further spacious double bedroom can be found with Velux window, allowing plenty of natural light into the room. Complete with luxury blinds, new flooring throughout and new appliances.

• Two double bedrooms
• Spacious attic bedroom
• Modern bathroom
• Contemporary kitchen
• Double glazing
• Bond – £449

To enquire about this property, please contact us on 01484 682999. To view a list of all our available properties please click here.

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Now let – Upper Bank End Road, Cinderhills

Property type: 3 bed  detached bungalow
Location: Holmfirth
Rental: £695 pcm
Min term: 6 months

A good sized detached bungalow with three bedrooms, large gardens, garage, long driveway and spectacular cross-valley views over Holmfirth.

Enjoying an elevated position on Upper Bank End Road with commanding views over the surrounding area, the accommodation features Economy 7 electric heating, double glazing and briefly comprises:- entrance porch with store, entrance hall with store, kitchen with fitted units to the high and low level, cooker and hob, dining/second sitting room with gas fire, inner hall with built in storage and access out to the front garden, lounge with electric fire enjoying the stunning views, three bedrooms (two doubles with fitted wardrobes) and house bathroom with shower attachment to the bath. Externally the property features large gardens surrounding the home (the maintenance of this may be negotiable, please enquire), long driveway providing parking for approximately three vehicles, single garage with electric door, and a further shed. Viewing is essential to appreciate the peaceful location.

• Detached bungalow
• Elevated position
• Stunning views over Holmfirth
• Good sized accommodation
• Three bedrooms
• Large gardens surrounding property
• Long driveway + garage
• Peaceful location
• Bond: £895

To enquire about this property, please contact us on 01484 682999. To view a list of all our available properties please click here.

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House to let – Upper Well House, Golcar

Property type: 3 bed semi
Location: Golcar
Rental: £650 pcm
Min term: 6 months

Nestled in the hillside this property has stunning views across the Colne Valley, three bedrooms, parking, garage and garden.

This lovely home would suit a family or professional couple seeking spacious accommodation in a semi-rural setting. Briefly comprising; Dining kitchen with long distance views, lounge with feature stove/fireplace and utility/study. A staircase rises to the first floor where there are three double bedrooms, all with long distance views across the valley and a good sized house bathroom with corner bath. Externally the property has ample parking for 3-4 cars as well as detached garage. There is a lawned garden area to the front of the property with a further raised lawn area to the rear of the property.

• 3 Double Bedrooms
• Stunning Views
• Ample Parking
• Detatched Garage
• Gas fire central heating.
• Close to local transport links
• Bond – £850

To enquire about this property, please contact us on 01484 682999. To view the full advert for this property please click here.

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House to let – Well Hill, Honley

Property type: 1 bed terrace
Location: Honley, Holmfirth
Rental: £430 pcm
Min term: 6 months

This character cottage offers one large double bedroom and recently modernised bathroom and kitchen.

This lovely home has recently undergone a programme of modernisation and briefly comprises; Modernised kitchen with oven and integrated fridge, good size lounge with multi-fuel stove and stone flagged floor and doorway leading to split keeping and coal cellars. From the kitchen a staircase rises to a good sized landing which has plumbing for the washing machine, new house bathroom with modern three piece suite and tiling where appropriate and good sized double bedroom. The property is predominately double glazed and has modern ceramic core electric heating and multi fuel stove. The property owns the patio area to the front allowing the occupier to enjoy the outside area. Vehicles can be brought up to the property for loading/un-loading and then on street parking is close by on the main Thirstin Road.

• One good size double bedroom
• Character home
• New bathroom & kitchen
• Patio seating to front
• On street parking close by
• Multi fuel stove
• Stone floor and beams
• Bond – £500

To enquire about this property, please contact us on 01484 682999. To view the full advert for this property please click here.

Local knowledge and demand ‘crucial considerations for buy-to-let landlords’

According to a new study, landlords seeking to expand their buy-to-let portfolios prefer to invest in areas where they have local knowledge and understanding of market trends.

The survey was carried out on more than 1,000 National Landlords Association (NLA) members to find out what were the top factors that landlords consider when getting ready to make a buy-to-let property purchase.

The report, which was carried out by Paragon Mortgages and BDRC Continental also revealed that the most common factor is a landlord’s own knowledge of the area, with 86% of respondents to the survey reporting this is at the top of their check-list. Meanwhile, 68% said strength of tenant demand in the chosen area was important, while 63% cited local rent levels as a key consideration.

Other important factors that the landlords consider include the prospect of capital growth, emphasised by 56% of landlords, as well as proximity to local transport connections (55%) and future development plans in the area (37%).

The report also revealed that 74% of landlords who are planning to make property purchases said they would be looking for one near their own home, with only ten per cent willing to buy further afield. Even then, they would only be prepared to look within a 100-mile radius from their local area.

Applegate Director, Amy Wray commented: “The research confirms what we already know, landlords want their properties to be as profitable as possible. The only way of doing this is to ensure they know the area well and know that the area can produce good rent levels.”

Source: http://www.rman.co.uk

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Apartment to let – Baildon Way, Skelmanthorpe

Property type: 2 bed apartment
Location: Skelmanthorpe, Huddersfield
Rental: £525 pcm
Min term: 6 months

A very well presented, modern apartment with two double bedrooms, off street parking and gardens.
This lovely apartment is set in the popular Baildon Way development which has not long been completed.

Briefly comprising; Shared entrance lobby with secure entry system, private hallway, modern house bathroom with shower over bath and handy storage cupboard. There are two good sized double bedrooms (see floor plan), lounge with Juliet balcony set to the front of the property and dining kitchen with integrated washing machine and cooker. Externally there is off street parking and large communal garden area which is maintained for all to enjoy. This lovely home must be viewed internally and is complete with double glazing and gas fired central heating.

• 2 double bedrooms
• Dining kitchen
• Modern throughout
• Maintained garden areas
• Off street parking
• Double glazing
• Gas fired central heating
• Bond: £625/725
• Available now

To enquire about this property, please contact us on 01484 682999. To view the full advert for this property please click here.

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House to let – Towngate, Upperthong

Property type: 3 bed cottage
Location: Upperthong, Holmfirth
Rental: £550 pcm
Min term: 6 months

This lovely three bedroom cottage is complete with modern interior, enclosed rear garden and single garage to rear.

Set in the popular village of Upperthong this lovely cottage is complete with double glazing and gas fired central heating and briefly comprises; Entrance hallway, modern galley kitchen with integrated appliances, good size lounge with patio doors out to rear garden which is predominantly low maintenance patio but with lawn to far end. From the hallway a staircase rises to the first floor landing where there are two double bedrooms and one single (currently used as office) and a contemporary house shower room with corner shower (no bath) and tiling where appropriate. The property has a small patio to the front also and is available with items of furniture including sofa, appliances and bed. To the rear of the property there is a block of three garages, number 29 has the end one.

• 3 bedrooms (2 x double)
• Enclosed rear garden
• GFCH & DG
• Set in the village of Upperthong
• Modern interior
• Available with furniture items
• Single garage to rear
• Bond – £650

To enquire about this property, please contact us on 01484 682999. To view a list of all our available properties please click here.

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Now let – Union Street, Lindley

Property type: 1 bedroom terrace house
Location: Huddersfield
Rental: £385 pcm
Min term: 6 months

A one bedroom cottage set in the popular village of Lindley with gas central heating, double glazing and various appliances.

This lovely home is modern throughout with neutral décor. Briefly comprising; good size lounge with gas fire, modern galley kitchen with washing machine, oven, hob, extractor and fridge/freezer and store. A staircase rises from the lounge to the first floor landing where the bedroom and bathroom are situated. The bathroom is complete with white three piece suite and shower over bath. The property is set in a quiet courtyard and has outside space to the front.

**DSS CONSIDERED**

Rent – £385.00
Bond: £500

• Good size double bedroom
• Modern kitchen
• Modern bathroom
• Off street parking
• Set only a few minutes walk from Lindley centre
• Close to HRI
• Bond – £500
• See floorplan for measurements

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