Build-To-Rent - BTR Developments Liverpool

Kosy Co Living is currently looking to expand its development portfolio into Liverpool. Specifically, we are looking to secure sites in the Build to Rent (BTR) Sector. Find out below why we see Liverpool as an ideal opportunity.

Liverpool is not only a maritime city but also a metropolitan one.   It is the sixth most visited city in the UK and is known for its thriving nightlife. The city is rich in architecture and history, so it is no wonder that people want to live here.  Many Build to Rent developments are being developed in the city, as young professionals and families seek to put down roots in this vibrant location.  Living in Liverpool makes sense, it is 19% cheaper to live in the city than it is in London, offering you a better standard of living, especially during this cost of living crisis.  It is such a beautiful city, becoming a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2004 due to its Victorian churches, tobacco houses and its harbourside.  Liverpool also offers the opportunity to go to the beach and the countryside virtually on its doorstep.  Build to Rent residents feel that the city has so much to offer them.

Property prices within Liverpool are low, offering much more for your money.  Manchester is just over 50 minutes away by train but is much more in terms of property prices.  For instance a property in Manchester is on average £184,506 but in Liverpool you will only be paying £134,446 for the same type property.  Rents are also a lot cheaper in Liverpool than they are in other UK cities.  Currently an average rental property is around £885pcm, depending on what area in Liverpool you decide to settle in.  Most Build to Rent developments can be found within the city centre where they command the highest rents.  Other areas popular for renting are Anfield, Aigburth, Crosby and Aintree.   

Build to Rent adds to Liverpool's Already Impressive Infrastructure

Anfield is just a 10-minute drive from the centre of Liverpool and is most commonly associated with Liverpool Football Club.  The high street boasts many restaurants and shops whilst rental prices here remain low.  Aintree, home to the famous racecourse, is also popular with renters, the village is well connected and transport links are good here.  Again, there are plenty of bars, restaurants and shops here to satisfy build to rent residents.  Aigburth is more family friendly and the transport links are again good into the city centre.  Featuring more independent shops than other suburbs, it would also be a popular choice for renters as well as families, which BTR is becoming increasingly popular for as family units.  Crosby is perhaps the more high end place for renters as it offers the change to rent by the sea.  Lots of people commute from here into the city centre, as it offers the best of both worlds.  It is clear to see why there is such a great opportunity for build to rent  (BTR)  developments in Liverpool, as a solution to growing housing demand and a growing population.

Liverpool itself boasts three universities so there is a higher than average young demographic here.  Many decide to stay in the city once they graduate and some even start their family life here after that. The Build to Rent developments in the city offers its residents the change to rent with pets, couples or families, offering them a choice in how they wish to rent.  There is high employment rates within the city and 60% of all of those employed in Liverpool work within the financial, health or public administration sectors.  Some banking and investment giants have their headquarters here, such as JP Morgan, Barclays and Royal Bank of Scotland.  There are some great career opportunities which is another reason BTR properties work so well here.

Living here offers so much socially.  In fact, Liverpool has the most museums and art galleries than anywhere else in the UK outside of London.  The biggest tourist attraction is the Albert Dock, once being the place where This Morning was filmed.  People also come from all across the world to visit the birthplace of The Beatles, which brings a lot of money into the local economy.  Liverpool is an attractive city and BTR is an deal solution for those looking for modern, well-located apartments to rent. 

Transport wise, Liverpool is very well connected.  It is served by the Merseyrail, which has four main stops along its route, namely Lime Street, James Street, Liverpool Central and Moorfields.  Services run every 15 minutes and is fairly cheap compared to other UK cities at around £114 a month covering all travel zones.  Therefore, wherever your build to rent development is located within the city centre, you are always extremely close to the Merseyrail, keeping you well connected transport wise at all times.   

So, with great transport links, low rental costs and a bustling and vibrant culture and nightlife, it is no wonder why people decide to live in the Build to Rent developments that Liverpool has to offer.  A great city full of shops, bars and restaurants and a thriving economy, how could you not fall in love with Liverpool.   

Liverpool Demand for Build to Rents is High

Given how Liverpool is crying out for BTR developments, it needs a consistent flow of co living developments too. You can find out more about our co living projects within Liverpool. If your looking for project opportunities then you can fill out your details below to find out what we can offer as an investor or resident.

Build to Rent is fast becoming an ever growing sector and Kosy Co Living will be within the heart of it. We launched our portfolio in early 2022, unveiling a £1billion development pipeline. Our portfolio is growing rapidly and we are now welcoming new funding partners for our BTR developments across the UK. Our projects are currently in Bath, Birmingham, Brighton, Bristol, Cardiff, Cambridge, Guildford, Leeds, London, Oxford, Reading and Surrey. 

Currently researching and creating proposals for the following areas;

Bournemouth, Belfast, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Liverpool, Manchester.

As our pipeline grows we are looking to forward fund our larger schemes within the build to rent sector. We have commercial property investments build to rent opportunities for forward funding, equity partners, joint ventures, unconditional funding partners and planning uplift partners. We have opportunities for joint ventures with equity partners as we obtain planning permission with a view to sell or re-finance at PC. We are also sometimes presented with great opportunities for developers where the land owner needs an immediate sale and we are looking to partner with investors who would fund this type of project.