Torsion sells under-construction Leeds BTR scheme

Grant Prior 4 hours ago
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Torsion Group has sold its 300-apartment Build To Rent scheme in Leeds Flax Place to real estate investment and asset management firm Starlight Investments.

Flax Place is currently under construction with the concrete frame expected to start in the coming weeks and a completio date of late 2026.

Dan Spencer Founder and CEO of Torsion Group said: “The sale of Flax Place to Starlight demonstrates Torsion’s approach to investing in key regional city’s, ensuring alignment and shared commitment to creating high-quality, sustainable accommodation.

“Starlight’s investment reflects its confidence in our Develop, Construct, Operate model and the thriving BTR market in Leeds. We’re looking forward to delivering a first-class scheme with Starlight and for the Leeds market.”

Flax Place comprises 300 luxury apartments across two towers of 11 and 15 storeys, offering a mix of one and two room units.

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