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42-48 John Street, Luton LU1 2EE
For sale
£6,500,000Guide price

42-48 John Street, Luton LU1 2EE

42bedrooms
35bathrooms
Block of Apartmentstype
16,487sq ft
Leaseholdtenure

Listed 20 Jul 2026 · Luton

How the price compares

This home£6,500,000£394 per sq ft
Median 42 bed in Luton£6.5m1 homes listed · £394 per sq ft
Difference0%in line with the area

Key features

  • • Contemporary open-plan living accommodation
  • Modern fitted kitchens Stylish bathrooms and selected en-suite facilities
  • Energy-efficient construction
  • Fantastic Buy to Rent opportunity
  • Central location with ideal transport links

About this home

Indigo Residential are delighted to offer for sale this fantastic opportunity to buy a Turn key development in John Street, Central Luton. This recently completed development comprises 28 contemporary apartments arranged across multiple floors, offering a balanced mix of one and two-bedroom units. The scheme has been carefully designed to appeal to both owner-occupiers and tenants, with a strong emphasis on efficient layouts, modern specifications, and sustainable rental demand. Situated in the heart of Central Luton, the development benefits from excellent connectivity and access to local amenities, making it particularly attractive to commuters and professional tenants. With a mix of 12 one-bedroom and 16 two-bedroom units. The development has a total saleable area of 16,497 sq ft and an advertised gross development value (GDV) of £6.51 million, equating to approximately £394.62 per sq ft. Based on the projected rents, the 12 one-bedroom apartments at around £1,200 per month would generate approximately £172,800 per year. Assuming the 16 two-bedroom apartments achieve an average rent of around £1,600 per month (within the quoted range of £1,500-£1,700), they would generate approximately £307,200 per year. This produces an estimated total gross annual rental income of around £480,000, which aligns with the figures provided in the marketing details. Using the stated GDV of £6.51 million, this equates to a gross yield of approximately 7.4%. 1 Bedroom Units: £170,000 - £225,000 2 Bedroom Units: £235,000 - £325,000 Overall, the scheme offers a newly completed residential investment with immediate income potential and a diversified rental stream across one and two-bedroom apartments. Its central location, close to Luton town centre, the railway station and London Luton Airport, is expected to support demand from commuters, professionals, airport staff, NHS workers and students plus the Ongoing regeneration across Luton supporting future capital growth. The quoted rental income and yield appear internally consistent, although purchasers should verify that the projected rents are achievable in the current market and carry out the usual legal, planning, building warranty and service charge due diligence before proceeding. Internally the development has Contemporary open-plan living accommodation, Modern fitted kitchens , Stylish bathrooms and selected en-suite facilities, Spacious bedroom accommodation, Energy-efficient construction, Secure communal entrance, Lift access to upper floors and High-quality finishes throughout . Location Situated in the heart of Central Luton, the development benefits from excellent connectivity and access to local amenities, making it particularly attractive to commuters and professional tenants. Key location benefits include: Walking distance to Luton town centre and its retail and leisure amenities

Close proximity to Luton railway station with direct services to London St Pancras

Strong commuter appeal for London and wider Bedfordshire employment hubs

Established rental demand from local professionals, airport-related workers and students

Ongoing regeneration across Luton supporting future capital growth

Development Features Contemporary open-plan living accommodation

Modern fitted kitchens

Stylish bathrooms and selected en-suite facilities

Spacious bedroom accommodation

Energy-efficient construction

Secure communal entrance

Lift access to upper floors

High-quality finishes throughout

Investment Highlights 28 completed apartments

Total Saleable Area: 16,497 sq ft

Total GDV: £6,510,000

Average Value: £394.62 per sq ft

Attractive mix of one and two-bedroom apartments

Ready for immediate occupation and income generation

Rental Potential Current rental projections indicate: 1 Bedroom Apartments: Approximately £1,200 pcm

2 Bedroom Apartments: Approximately £1,500 – £1,700 pcm

This provides investors with the opportunity to generate strong cash flow from day one while benefiting from the continued growth and regeneration of the Luton market. Please contact Indigo Residential for an internal viewing

Property details

Property type
Block of Apartments
Size
16,487 sq ft / 1,532 sq m
Council tax band
D
Tenure
Leasehold
Garden
Communal garden
Electricity
Mains supply
Water
Mains supply

Floorplan

Third floorFirst FloorSecond FloorTop floor4th FloorGround Floor

Location

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  • Luton Station0.2 mi
  • Luton Parkway Station0.9 mi
  • Leagrave Station2.6 mi

What nearby homes sold for

Median sold prices in LU1 over the last 12 months: terraced £265k · semi-detached £345k · flat £155k · detached £520k.

AddressTypeSoldPrice
Flat 24, The Elms, 26, John Street
Luton LU1 2EE
Flat
Leasehold
1 May 2026£150,000
Flat 42, The Elms, 26, John Street
Luton LU1 2EE
Flat
Leasehold
30 Aug 2024£150,000
Flat 13, The Elms, 26, John Street
Luton LU1 2EE
Flat
Leasehold
26 Apr 2024£135,000

Contains HM Land Registry data © Crown copyright and database right 2026. Licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. All sales in LU1

Buying costs

Monthly repayment£32,516£650,000 deposit · £5,850,000 loan
Stamp Duty£693,750England rates

Estimates only, using rates in force from April 2025. Check GOV.UK, Revenue Scotland or the Welsh Revenue Authority and speak to a mortgage adviser before you offer.

Listed by Indigo Residential, Stopsley on Rightmove (original listing). First listed 20 Jul 2026; details checked 7 Nov 2026. Latest change: added on 20/07/2026.

Agent disclaimer

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