21A May Street, Hamilton East, Hamilton, Waikato

Close to Ruakura Business Park and Ruakura Superhub, and a short walk from Waikato University, this well located two-bedroom brick unit must be good buying. An affordable investment right in the heart of things, the home is a great entry-level buy and an easy way to grow a property portfolio.

Brick construction goes a long way to keeping maintenance to a minimum, and the versatile room off the carport gives occupants extra space to use an office, sleep-out or den. The lounge has a heat pump and a solid timber floor, which carries through to the kitchen and bedrooms.

A garden shed at the rear provides additional storage and there's room for a backyard garden or patio.

Both the kitchen and bathroom are dated, and improvements would do wonders, add value, give a landlord a higher return and a renovator potential for capital gain.

The neighbourhood is well supported by shops, eateries, everyday amenities, parks and public transport. Main arterial networks are handy, numerous schools lie within the area, and Hamilton Boy's High is in zone.

Appealing to a wide spectrum of buyers, this unit will strike a note with first-home buyers through to savvy investors. Property close to the university invariably attracts investors as the area typically experiences a higher demand for rental properties. Novice or seasoned investors will know the score.