Is now the right time to invest in property in Cambridgeshire?
The savviest investors already think so – here’s why
After months of shifting trends and uncertainty, the Cambridgeshire property market is presenting a window of real opportunity for smart investors. While headlines continue to focus on affordability and price corrections, those in the know are quietly expanding their portfolios, and doing it on their terms.
At Maxine Lester, we’re seeing a new wave of professional Owners entering the market, taking advantage of more realistic pricing and rising rental yields. These aren’t just market speculators. These are long-term thinkers, focused on stable income and low-risk returns.
So, should you be joining them?
What’s changed?
Over the last 18 months, we saw some Owners decide to exit the market – many concerned about proposed changes to Renters’ Rights Bill and rising costs. But now? That initial wave has passed.
This has opened the door for canny investors to step in and pick up below-market-value homes, often directly from landlords and vendors who are prioritising a quick sale over chasing the highest price.
These properties are often:
- Chain-free
- Tenanted with income from day one
- Priced lower due to slower sales activity
The figures that matter
According to Zoopla’s latest report:
- Sales agreed are up 6% year-on-year – buyers are returning
- 22% of homes have sat on the market for over six months – motivated sellers are open to negotiation
- Rents are up 8% in the local area, and demand continues to outstrip supply
- Rents are 28% higher than pre-pandemic – and remain historically strong
- In lower-priced markets (under £250,000), values are still rising steadily (1.9–2.7%), while higher-priced areas like London and the South East are seeing modest declines – creating a more
accessible entry point for cash-ready or refinance-prepared investors.
Why it’s a good time to buy in Cambridgeshire
With affordability starting to improve and more homes coming to market, investors now have more:
- Choice of properties
- Room to negotiate
- Potential to achieve strong rental yields
And with many sales happenings off-market, those working with experienced local experts like us at Maxine Lester get early access to properties before they’re even listed online. We’re working regularly with exiting landlords and local estate agents to secure these deals for our investor clients.
Why work with Maxine Lester?
We’re not sales agents – we’re Cambridgeshire’s residential lettings specialists. It’s all we do. And we’ve been doing it since 2005 with the values of Expert, Honourable and Personal service at the heart of every decision.
When you partner with us, you’re not just buying a property, you’re investing in a complete lettings solution that includes:
- Expert rental valuations and yield analysis
- Property sourcing – including off-market and landlord-to-landlord deals
- Full compliance, resident vetting and tenancy setup
- Ongoing management and rent collection
We’ve already helped several Owners this year buy properties under market value, pre-tenanted, and generating yields of 6–7%.
Want to grow your portfolio?
Let’s talk strategy.
Book your free Investment Strategy Session today. We’ll assess your current portfolio performance, share available opportunities, and walk you through our no-hassle process.
Book now – or give us a ring on 01480 494 939
Let’s turn your next property move into a smart long-term win.
