Project Overview
Conversion of a Dated HMO into a Family Home
This project involved the acquisition of a vacant buy-to-let property that had previously been operated as a dated HMO. The property was tired, poorly configured for modern living, and included works that lacked building control sign-off, limiting its appeal to owner-occupiers.
Jaox completed a standard traditional purchase, securing the property at a significant discount due to its condition, layout, and compliance issues. The property has been restored to a high-quality single-family home, suitable for long-term residential use.
The Structured Solution
Key elements of the solution included:
1. Back-to-brick refurbishment to reset the property condition
2. Rectification of non-compliant works, including building control sign-off
3. Internal reconfiguration to create a more open-plan living layout
4. Conversion from a 4-bedroom, 1-bathroom HMO to a 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom family home
5. Addition of an outbuilding, providing flexibility for a growing or extended family
6. High-quality finishes throughout to suit owner-occupier demand
All works were clearly scoped and costed in advance, ensuring risks were addressed early and delivery remained controlled.
Key Numbers
Value Created Through Repositioning and Compliance
- Original Use: 4 bed / 1-bath HMO
- Final Use: 4-bed / 3-bath open-plan family home
- Value Increase: 27% uplift
- Return on Capital: 80%
- Strategy: Discounted purchase with full refurbishment
The project successfully transformed an underperforming HMO into a desirable family residence, delivering strong financial returns while restoring the property’s long-term residential value.
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