MediaCity Revival

The Quays , Salford M50

Property & Ownership Overview

This stylish two-bedroom apartment in a modern high-rise at MediaCity was purchased by a Hong Kong–based investor as their first foray into Airbnb hosting. While the newly built flat held excellent rental potential—with panoramic views over Salford Quays—the owner was unsure how to begin. Without local knowledge or support, the property remained vacant for nearly three years. Referred to KozyGuru through a trusted investment network, the owner sought a full-service partner to help unlock the property’s earning potential.

Key Issues Faced

Remote Ownership : The owner was fully based overseas, with no ability to handle local setup, operations, or maintenance.
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No Short-Term Let Experience : As a first-time host, they lacked clarity on furnishing standards, compliance, and guest expectations.
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Vacancy and Income Loss : The property sat idle in a high-demand area for almost three years—generating no income despite its prime location.
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Lack of Local Network : Without a team on the ground, managing logistics, cleaning, and guest communication was impossible.

Outcome We Delivered

Consistent Occupancy : The apartment has secured steady bookings since launch.
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Positive Guest Feedback : Achieved a 4.64★ average guest rating with praise for cleanliness, view, and location.
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Completely Remote Ownership : The owner enjoys steady returns without needing to manage or coordinate anything locally.
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Full Property Activation : Transformed a vacant asset into a high-performing holiday rental, maximising return on investment.

How we can help

KozyGuru delivered a complete, end-to-end solution tailored for fully remote ownership :
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Furnishing & Styling : Our team selected and installed contemporary furniture to complement the apartment’s modern design and maximise its scenic views.
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Listing Optimisation : We launched the property with professionally written descriptions, high-quality imagery, and platform-optimised SEO to boost visibility.
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Revenue Management : Using dynamic pricing tools and multi-platform distribution, we ensured the property was competitively positioned year-round.
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Ongoing Operations : KozyGuru handles every aspect of management—guest support, cleaning, maintenance, monthly reports—offering a seamless, hands-off experience for the overseas owner.

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Before & After

Before

This modern high-rise apartment in MediaCity remained vacant for nearly three years. Despite being in a high-demand location with stunning views over Salford Quays, the property had no furnishing or setup in place for short-term letting. The owner, based in Hong Kong, had no local support network and no experience with Airbnb setup, marketing, or compliance. Without a clear strategy, the property missed out on significant rental income and sat idle.

After

KozyGuru stepped in with a comprehensive, end-to-end solution. The apartment was fully furnished and styled to Airbnb standards, with modern pieces that complemented its layout and view. A professionally written and optimised listing was launched, supported by high-impact photography and dynamic pricing tools. Since launch, the property has achieved a 4.64★ guest rating, strong occupancy, and consistent income—entirely managed by KozyGuru, giving the overseas owner a fully passive investment experience.