The accommodation could appeal to private buyers or commercial investors. Choose from a range of en-suite pods or studios.

New single-person pod-style student accommodation with en-suite and use of a friendly communal kitchen and living area is priced at £59,995 at this managed accommodation in Canterbury.

Also available are studios with en-suite and a kitchenette for £74,995.

Or investors might consider a third option; a cluster of single pods, including communal facilities, ranging from £239,980 to £419,965.

The new properties, at Marlowe House and Chaucer Court, in the purpose-built Canterbury Student Village will be managed by established student accommodation provider Urban Student Life (USL).

Accommodation is impressively kitted out with work station, chair, light fittings, double bed, carpets, blinds and appliances.

Ward & Partners said £5,000 reservation fee and stage payments would be required ahead of anticipated completions during 2014/2015. There would be a 250-year lease, and a net rental yield of 9%, guaranteed for five years by USL, the agent added.

The properties would be fully and comprehensively managed by USL, with student tenants.

The units are close to a large supermarket and within walking distance of all the university campuses, railway stations and bus services.

Marlowe House and Chaucer Court, Canterbury
Price: From £59,995

For information ring Ward & Partners on 01227 766669.