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Why inves t in Birt in Wo rks
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Flo o r pla ns & e leva t io ns
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Th e lo ca t io n S h ef field
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Th e co m pa nie s beh ind Birt in Wo rks
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S HEFFIELD
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Birtin Works is our latest addition to the Sheffield rental market and is the third phase of the highly successful Palatine Gardens development, located in the tranquil district of Shalesmoor. These former brickworks will be transformed into a selection of high-quality one-bedroom apartments over four floors that will be furnished with high-end fixtures and fittings. Birtin Works has all the attributes of an ideal buy to let investment and will sure to be popular with young professional tenants moving into the area.
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This development will fuse the building’s industrial past with sleek and modern designs. Each apartment will have a spacious open-plan layout and will be fitted with stylish scandi-style furnishings. Each unit will also have ample storage space and luxury kitchen and bathroom fixtures. Tenants will also have access to a communal garden, superfast broadband and bike storage. Birtin Works is an eco-friendly development with a low energy design and solar panels fitted on the roof, so residents will save money on their energy bills as well as helping to save the planet. The location is the biggest selling point of Birtin Works the development is just minutes away from Sheffield city centre and the up-and-coming district of Kelham Island. The development is also a short walk away from local public transport links that will take residents to various parts of Sheffield and the surrounding areas. The neighbours of Birtin Works also include some of our most popular developments in Sheffield, such as PalatineGardens Phases 1 & 2 and the popular student development Bento. Birtin Works will offer high quality accommodation to Sheffield’s ever-expanding rental market and will provide its tenants with the very best of inner-city living.
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Bi r t i n Wo r ks i s th e t h i r d ph a s e of t h e P al at i n e G a r d e n s d eve l opm ent
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Birtin Works has the benefit of being located in the most desirable rental market in one of the UK’s fastest growing cities. Sheffield has become increasingly popular amongst buy to let investors, thanks to its growing population and low entry prices. Here are just a few other reasons why Birtin Works is an ideal buy to let investment:
One bedroom apartments starting at ÂŁ102,000
Each apartment has a modern, open-plan design
20 minute walk to Sheffield city centre
Excellent transport links, whether you’re travelling by car or public transport
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H o u s e p r i ce s i n S h ef field h ave inc rea s e d by 24 .2% i n t h e l a st f i ve ye a r s ( Zo o pla , 2020)
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MORE PROJECTS BY KNIGHT KNOX & QUALIS DEVELOPMENTS Some of our most popular developments have been in Sheffield, all of which boast an excellent city centre location and excellent tenancy rates.
Palatine Gardens Phase 2 Completed Aug 2019 | Tenanted
St Vincents
Sheffield city centre
Bento Completed Sep 2016 | Tenanted
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Palatine Gardens Phase 1 Completed Aug 2018 | Tenanted
Kelham Island
Castlegate Great Central Completing Q4 2020
Cathedral
St George’s Kelham Gate Completed Q2 2020 | Tenanted
Bells Court Completed May 2016 | Tenanted
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STREET ELEVATIONS Some of our most popular developments in Sheffield are right on the doorstep of Birtin Works.
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B IR TIN WORKS
PALAT IN E G A RD
Sudbury/Roscoe Street elevation
B IRT IN W
PA LAT I NE GARDENS
Henry Street Elevation
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DENS
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What is the address of the site? Henry Street, Sheffield S3 7EQ
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Am i buying a freehold or leasehold? Leasehold Is there a management company in place? Yes, EMS has been nominated as the management company and Intus Lettings will handle lettings of the development. Who is the developer? Qualis Developments What is the ground rent? The ground rent is ÂŁ100 per annum
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DEVELOPMENT SITE PLAN
Henry Street
Plant
Bento
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Plant
Style 2
Stairwell
Apartment layout
Pocket garden
Store
Bento
Apartment layout Style 1
Kingston Works
Store
Tree garden
Lift
Sudbury Street
Birtin Works ground floor plan Apartment layout style 1
Apartment layout style 2
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THE LOCATION SHEFFIELD
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Birtin Works is located in the Shalesmoor district, which is just a mile outside of Sheffield city centre. Adjacent to the development, you will find the historical conservation area which is known for its fine selection of independent bars, cafes and restaurants, as well as the Kelham Island museum which explores Sheffield’s steelmaking history. The development has excellent public transport links with a tram stop located just 200m away, that is just two stops away from the city centre and the University. Birtin Works is also located close to the A61 expressway which has direct access to Derby, Leeds and the M1 Motorway.
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Tesco Superstore
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Kelham Island
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Sheffield University
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Fargate (Sheffield’s main shopping district)
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Sheffield Hallam University
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Sheffield Railway Station
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Sheffield city centre
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The Moor
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Cultural Industries
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Sheffield has become one of the most exciting investment hotspots in recent years and is tipped to be the UK’s next big property market. Located in South Yorkshire, Sheffield is the fourth largest city in the UK and is ideally located in the strategic heart of the country, making it a very popular location for businesses and young professionals. It is predicted that Sheffield’s population will increase by 15% by 2035. Economy Historically, the city was known for its production of steel, but today, Sheffield boasts a GVA of £11.3 bn and specialises in a number of sectors including digital, finance, manufacturing, logistics, engineering - to name but a few. The city is also in the midst of a ten-year strategic economic plan that is expected to bring a further 6,000 jobs and 17,000 new businesses into the city region. Education The city is also home to two reputable universities which bring in students from all corners of the globe. In the academic year 2018-2019, the University of Sheffield had nearly 30,000 students and Sheffield Hallam university had over 32,000 students within the same period. It is estimated that around 25% of graduates from Sheffield Universities choose to stay in the city after graduation, meaning that there is constant stream of young talent moving into the city.
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Residents in Sheffield not only work hard but play hard as well. The city has a little something for everyone when it comes to things to do - from fine dining to enjoying the great outdoors. The city centre has a variety of bars, clubs and restaurants that cater to all tastes. Sheffield also has a number of music venues and theatres where locals can enjoy live music and theatre productions. When it comes to retail therapy, Sheffield has plenty on offer. The city centre is home to a variety of stores - whether you’re looking for big brands or independent retailers. If you venture a little outside of the city centre, you will find Meadowhall shopping centre, which has a number of shops, restaurants, and entertainment venues all under one roof. Sheffield also has the benefit of having the Peak District national park right on its doorstep which is home to some of the finest landscapes in the country, making it ideal for those who are looking to escape the city for the day.
THINGS TO DO IN SHEFFIELD
The cit y th a t h a s s ome t h i n g for eve r yon e
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SHEFFIELD: A WELL-CONNECTED CITY
Leeds
Nottingham
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Manchester Piccadilly
Birmingham New Street
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Liverpool Lime Street
London St Pancras
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Sheffield’s ‘Heart of the City II’ project is in place to transform the city centre into a dynamic mixed-use district that will introduce more jobs and investment into the city region. Building on the success of the original Heart of the City masterplan, the 1.5 million sq ft development will introduce numerous commercial, leisure, retail and residential spaces in various districts including Fargate, The Moor, Devonshire Quarter and Barker’s Pool. It will also restore various historic buildings in the city. The project is expected to create 500 jobs while it is being constructed and will support a further 5,500 jobs once it’s completed.
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THE COMPANIES BEHIND BIRTIN WORKS
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Here at Knight Knox, we specialise in the sale of off-plan
give you the best investment advice that is completely
buy-to-let properties to private investors and with over
tailored to you and once you make your purchase, your
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the way. Now employing over 60 members of staff, we will guide you every step of the way of your investment - from your
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“We have found the support and information provided very clear and the team we worked with very helpful. Happily recommend Knight Knox as an organisation to work with.� V.Gandhi, Knight Knox investor
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Crossbow Ltd are a Sheffield-based boutique property development company. They specialise in creating both luxury student accommodation and residential city centre apartments and have expertise in designing comfortable and eco-friendly living spaces. With their extensive knowledge, Crossbow are able to create market-leading developments that have unrivalled specifications and offer high yields. Crossbow have worked on numerous projects across Sheffield - these include Bells Court, Dunfields, Bento and Palatine Gardens Phases one and two. All developments have sold out and have experienced excellent tenancy rates since completion. Website: www.crossbowinvestments.co.uk
Development portfolio Great Central
Palatine Gardens Phase 1
In construction
Completed & tenanted
Kelham Gate
Palatine Gardens Phase 2
In construction
Completed & tenanted
The Interchange
Bento
In construction
Completed & tenanted
Bells Court Completed & tenanted
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Intus Lettings is a premium lettings service that specialises in the provision of a simple integrated lettings and management service. With three branches across the North of England, Intus operates on a nationwide level and manage a variety of properties - ranging from family homes to student accommodation. The dedicated team at Intus draw from a wealth of experience and always go the extra mile to make sure that both the tenant and landlord receive the best possible customer service. So, no matter what your query is, the team will always be on hand to support you. In addition to the three existing branches in Manchester, Ilkeston and Lytham St. Annes, there is also a new branch opening in Sheffield, which is located just moments away from Birtin Works. Website: www.intuslettings.com
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W H Y C H OO SE
INTUS LETTINGS Renting – Intus have homes of every type available across the country.
Landlords – Whether you have just one property or a whole portfolio, Intus can help you make the most of your investment.
Property Management – Intus can help you cover the legalities, property management and marketing.
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The information contained within this document is intended as a general guide. This information does not constitute an offer or a contract and we (or anyone in our company) do not imply, make or give any representation, guarantee or warranty whatsoever relating to the terms contained within. Any intending investor must satisfy themselves as to the correctness of any of the statements, plans or images contained within. Images are for representational purposes only. As with any investment, please be aware that your capital may go up or down. The content contained within is correct adhering to the previous statement at the time of publishing. 2020-10_V1
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