Should I Buy To Let

Northamptonshire is proving to be a rewarding location for buy-to-let investors in 2025.

Rental yields, which measure the annual return on your property investment, are consistently healthy in the county compared to national averages. This means you can expect a strong and steady income stream from your buy-to-let property. Additionally, house prices in Northamptonshire are generally more affordable than the national average, allowing for a potentially lower entry point into the market and the chance to leverage your investment further. With a growing population and a diverse tenant base, including young professionals and families, Northamptonshire offers a stable and promising market for buy-to-let landlords.


Scroll down to see our handpicked selection of BTL properties showing yield potential.

Financing a Buy To Let Property

What's happening with buy-to-let mortgages?

While the buy-to-let mortgage market has experienced fluctuations, 2025 is showing encouraging signs of stabilisation and even potential growth. Lenders are increasingly offering competitive products, and there are indications of a gradual easing of interest rates, which could improve affordability for landlords. Furthermore, with a strong demand for rental properties persisting across many regions, those who are able to secure good mortgage deals are well positioned to receive good returns on their investments. The market has been going through changes, and lenders are adapting to the current economic climate, which is creating new opportunities for those looking to invest in buy to let property.

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Rose Close, Corby £299,950

Occupying a highly attractive position within the much sought after Oakley Vale area is this rarely available FIVE BEDROOMED property which provides deceptively spacious accommodation over three floors.

Overlooking green space to the front, this superb home is being offered for sale with NO CHAIN.

On entering the property you will be greeted by an imposing reception hall, cloakroom/WC, living room and a refitted kitchen/dining room complete with integrated appliances. The first floor provides three bedrooms with the master boasting fitted wardrobes and en-suite facilities. There is also a family bathroom. The second floor offers two further double bedrooms. Outside, there is an attractive enclosed frontage whilst the rear leads with a patio area with a pizza oven and lawn. A gate provides access to the parking area which could house up to 4 vehicles and GARAGE. An early visit is highly advised!

Energy Rating C. Council Tax Band C.


Potential Yield

Purchase Price £299,950 - Monthly Rent £1150

Gross Rental Yield 6.0% 

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Egan Close, Weldon £225,000

Located within the highly popular Weldon Park is this three bedroom semi detached residence that is being offered to the market for sale with a complete chain.

This home occupies a pleasant position being within walking distance to the new on site school, shops and other amenities. Features include an entrance hall, cloakroom w/c, living room and modern fitted kitchen dining room. To the first floor there are two double bedrooms, one of which boasts an en-suite shower room, in addition there is the single bedroom and the main family bathroom. Outside there is an enclosed garden that is of good size. To the front there is a double width driveway. Early viewings are a must.

Energy rating to be confirmed.


Potential Yield

Purchase Price £225,000 - Monthly Rent £1150

Gross Rental Yield 6.13% 

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Gilchrist Avenue, Corby £190,000

Located within the highly regarded Lloyds area is this traditionally built TWO bedroom semi detached residence that is being offered to the market for sale with no onward chain.

This home occupies a pleasant position being within walking distance to the local schools, shops and other amenities. Features include an entrance hall, fitted kitchen, the large living dining room and the downstairs bathroom. To the first floor there are two large double bedrooms. Outside is a large enclosed garden that is mainly laid to lawn. To the front is a large area that could become off road parking subject to relevant planning consent. Early viewings are a must.

Energy rating D. Council Tax Band A.


Potential Yield

Purchase Price £190,000 - Monthly Rent £925 

Gross Rental Yield 5.84% 

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Shire Lodge Close, Corby £135,000

Simpson West are delighted to offer to the market for sale this rarely available ground floor TWO BEDROOM apartment located within the popular Shire area of Corby.

The property itself is well positioned being within walking distance transport links, supermarkets and other local amenities. Features include an entrance hall, an open plan kitchen/dining/living room with modern fitted kitchen and integrated appliances, in addition there are two double bedrooms with built in wardrobes and a family bathroom. Outside there is an allocated parking space for one vehicles. Early viewings are highly advised.

Energy rating C. Council Tax Band B. Service charges of £1200 per annum.


Potential Yield

Purchase Price £170,000 - Monthly Rent £850 - Annual Costs £1200

Gross Rental Yield 6.0% - Net Rental Yield 5.29%

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