Overview
A larger property converted for supported housing use
The Sidings is a five-bedroom former single-let property in Bradford, converted into a house in multiple occupation to meet demand for supported housing accommodation in the area.
Property type: HMO conversion. Bedrooms: five. Current use: supported housing letting.
Why this opportunity was selected
Scale and layout suited conversion
Our sourcing process flagged the property for its size, layout and location within an area of identified supported housing demand. Ownership research showed the property was held by a company with a wider residential portfolio, indicating an owner open to a portfolio-level conversation.
Acquisition story
A negotiated, off-market purchase
Following verification, our team approached the owning company directly. A negotiated price reflecting the scope of conversion work required was agreed, and the acquisition completed within the same quarter.
Original condition
Single-let layout, in need of conversion
The property was configured as a standard single-let house, requiring internal reconfiguration, additional fire safety measures and licensing works to operate as an HMO.
Refurbishment and improvement work
Converted and licensed for multiple occupation
Works included internal reconfiguration to create five lettable rooms, fire doors and detection systems, additional bathroom facilities, a communal kitchen upgrade, and HMO licensing with the local authority.
Social housing use & occupancy
Let in full to a supported housing provider
The property is let in its entirety to a supported housing provider on a long-term management agreement, with the provider handling tenant placement and support services.
Occupancy status: fully occupied. Housing provider status: active, long-term agreement in place.
Investment timeline
Key milestones
Identified
Flagged for scale, layout and local demand indicators.
Verified & terms agreed
Negotiated directly with the owning company.
Acquisition completed
Purchase completed off-market.
Conversion & licensing
Full HMO conversion and local authority licensing.
Let to housing provider
Long-term supported housing agreement commenced.
Local area information
Bradford, West Yorkshire
The property is located within an established residential area with strong transport connectivity and identified demand for supported housing accommodation from local authority partners.
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