City Walk: Investing with Purpose in Liverpool’s Next Great Neighbourhood
At Doran Estates, we take a long-term view on property investment. Beyond the headline figures and market noise, we’re interested in fundamentals: supply, demand, infrastructure, and what makes a location not just viable, but valuable. In City Walk, a new residential-led development in Liverpool’s Vauxhall district, we see all those fundamentals converging.
In a city already known for delivering some of the UK’s strongest yields, City Walk offers investors up to 12 percent net return, coupled with a lower-than-average entry point. But what sets it apart isn’t just the return, it’s the broader context.
Liverpool’s Next Growth Corridor
City Walk is located just north of the city centre, in the emerging Vauxhall and Love Lane area. This stretch of the city is undergoing a radical transformation, shaped by public and private investment, and defined by its proximity to some of Liverpool’s most ambitious regeneration zones: Liverpool Waters, the Ten Streets creative district, and the new Everton Stadium at Bramley-Moore Dock.
This part of Liverpool has a strong industrial heritage, but its future is unambiguously urban and modern. The arrival of City Walk, a 110 million pound mixed-use scheme, marks a clear vote of confidence in the area’s trajectory.
A Landmark Development
City Walk comprises 507 residential units spread across four mid-rise blocks. The development offers a mix of one, two and three-bedroom apartments alongside co-working lounges, a cinema room, landscaped courtyards, a gym, and concierge services. Commercial units and a new 200-metre linear park will breathe life into the ground level, enhancing liveability and tenant appeal.
A distinctive feature of the scheme is the creative reuse of the site’s original railway infrastructure. The former tunnels and arches will be converted into contemporary retail and leisure space, a nod to the area’s industrial past and a unique differentiator in a crowded market.
The entire scheme has been designed with sustainability and modern lifestyles in mind. And crucially, it’s positioned to meet the demands of a growing tenant population, including young professionals, creatives, and graduates who want high-spec accommodation within walking distance of the city’s core employment and cultural zones.
A Strong Case for Investors
From an investor standpoint, City Walk ticks all the right boxes. Off-plan pricing starts from around 186,000 pounds, placing it significantly below comparable new-build offerings in Manchester, Birmingham or London. That affordability, combined with Liverpool’s rental resilience, opens the door to yields that are hard to find elsewhere, up to 12 percent net depending on unit type and short-let usage.
Short-term letting is permitted here, offering flexibility in rental strategy. With the city’s booming tourism and events economy, this could be a valuable lever for maximising returns in peak seasons, particularly given the development’s central location and amenities.
Liverpool’s property market is also supported by an ongoing supply-demand imbalance, particularly in quality new-build stock. With over 70,000 students and a growing number of graduates choosing to stay in the city, rental demand remains robust. Occupancy rates are high, and investors benefit from consistent tenant churn without the volatility seen in more saturated or oversupplied markets.
Long-Term Vision, Near-Term Opportunity
What we like most about City Walk is that it balances investor incentives with a serious, long-term vision for the neighbourhood. This isn’t speculative. It’s part of a coordinated reshaping of one of Liverpool’s last underdeveloped central districts, where public transport, urban design and commercial space are all being thoughtfully integrated.
The build is backed by Habita Group UAE, in partnership with Sourced Developments and Network Rail. This collaboration brings together international investment, local delivery expertise, and logistical credibility.
At Doran Estates, we’ve secured a limited allocation of off-plan units within City Walk, with furnished options available and early-stage discounts for our clients. We’re already seeing strong interest, and for good reason. In a high-inflation environment where investors are chasing both income and stability, this is a rare opportunity to lock in double-digit returns at accessible entry points.
Talk to Us
If you’re considering City Walk, Liverpool as part of your property portfolio, our team can walk you through the development, yield forecasts and rental scenarios. We provide full access to brochures, floorplans and financial models, and can tailor investment strategies to your goals, whether you’re looking for capital appreciation, rental income or diversification across UK regions.