Proven Performance

PRSim has completed the acquisition of 43 affordable homes at Land West of Station Road, Longstanton, Cambridgeshire (CB24 3DS), delivered under an S106 agreement to South Cambridgeshire District Council (SCDC). Construction, led by Bellway Homes, is due to start on site in summer 2026.

The transaction followed a two-year negotiation, working through planning conditions attached to an outline consent (ref. 20/03598/OUT) for up to 107 dwellings across residential, employment, community and ancillary uses. PRSim structured and executed a competitive acquisition process that satisfied SCDC's housing needs and Bellway's requirements as principal developer.

PRSim advised the developer on the disposal of a prominent town centre block that had previously failed to attract a buyer, despite an extensive marketing campaign by a national agent. Having explored several routes to sale — including an agreement to lease the asset to an asylum housing provider — we advised that this option was unlikely to deliver best value.

We subsequently led a targeted and discreet marketing campaign directed at local housing associations and authorities. This resulted in a direct sale to the local council at full market value. The buyer recognised significant long-term savings against its annual rented housing budget, creating a compelling outcome for both parties. The transaction demonstrates the clear advantage of specialist local market insight and strategic repositioning over conventional national marketing approaches.

PRSim advised a prominent high-net-worth investor on the establishment of a Build-to-Rent (BTR) fund in England. Acting on behalf of the investor, we conducted a comprehensive review of multiple asset opportunities and locations across the UK, including Purpose Built Student Accommodation (PBSA) and lower-yielding assets in London. Following a detailed evaluation, we identified and recommended a prominent whole-block opportunity in Manchester city centre as the optimal entry point for the fund.

We supported the client through the acquisition process, providing strategic advice on market positioning, due diligence, and negotiation. The transaction established a strong foundation for the bank's UK BTR strategy, delivering a high-quality, well-located asset aligned with the fund's long-term investment objectives.

PRSim continues to provide full asset management for the client's entire UK portfolio, focusing on operational efficiency, tenant retention, and value-add initiatives.

This mandate highlights PRSim's ability to deliver tailored, insight-driven advice to international investors entering the UK residential sector, navigating complex market options to secure the most suitable opportunities.

PRSim advised a prominent high-net-worth investor on the acquisition of a residential portfolio in Liverpool, expanding their UK real estate holdings.

We conducted a comprehensive search across UK markets, including PBSA and prime London assets, to identify the best risk-adjusted returns. Following detailed analysis of yields and regeneration trends, we secured a discounted portfolio of apartments in a high-growth Liverpool area, offering strong value retention and capital appreciation potential.

PRSim continues to provide full asset management for the client's entire UK portfolio, focusing on operational efficiency, tenant retention, and value-add initiatives.

We supported the client through strategic sourcing of off-market opportunities at a competitive price, full transaction advisory from due diligence to completion, and active asset management to optimise performance and align with long-term wealth goals.

This mandate highlights PRSim's ability to deliver seamless, end-to-end solutions for international investors in the UK residential sector.