Case Study – £51.5K Purchase to £140K Valuation in Just 5 Months

By Louis Lattuca

This project is a classic example of the BRR model done right — with local knowledge and tight project management making all the difference.

Deal Snapshot:

• Property: 2-bed terraced house in Blaenau Gwent

• Purchase Price: £51,500 (off-market)

• Refurb Budget: £44,000

• Work Done: Full rewire, plastering, new kitchen and bathroom, exterior paint, garden cleared

• Total Spend: £105,500

• Revaluation: £140,000

• Rental Income: £800 PCM

Timeline:

• Sourcing to Completion: 10 weeks

• Refurb: 16 weeks

• Refinance & Letting: 4 weeks

Investor ROI:

• £35,000 uplift in valuation

• Monthly net cash flow: ~£300/month

Lessons Learned:

• Work with local trades who understand the area

• Don’t overspend — focus on clean, durable, modern finishes

• Time is money — keep the schedule tight with regular check-ins

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