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See how verdicts work3-bedroom bungalow · CM13 1PP
For saleListed 4 days
Opportunity summary
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About
A detached chalet-style bungalow offering approximately 1,410 sq ft of accommodation, situated on the popular Rayleigh Road.
The property would benefit from some updating in ares, but offers well-proportioned accommodation and scope for further improvement and potential extension, subject to the necessary planning consents (STPP).
The ground floor comprises an entrance hall, living room, dining room, kitchen, bathroom, bedroom, conservatory, store room and a useful play room, with two further bedrooms and a bathroom located on the first floor.
The layout provides a versatile range of living and bedroom space, making the property suitable for a variety of buyers looking for a home they can put their own stamp on.
The rear garden provides a private and secluded outdoor space, while the property is conveniently located within close proximity of local schools, amenities and transport links.
Shenfield station is approximately 1.2 miles away, providing access to wider destinations via the rail network.
An appealing opportunity for those seeking a detached property with generous accommodation, outdoor space and potential to improve and extend, subject to planning.
Value & comps
No previous sales on record.
Returns
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Archie refurb estimate: a Pro feature
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Deal
Properties like this can earn 2–3x BTL yields when converted to HMO, with retrofit costs around £10k/room. Sign in to see the full tier, yield projection, and cost breakdown.
Commercial properties like this can earn 30-50% higher yields when converted to residential under Class MA / Q / P / PA, with prior approval costing ~GBP 96/unit. Sign in to see the recommended route, yield uplift, and cost breakdown.
BRRR-suited properties can recycle 80-100% of investor capital on refi, leaving a high-yielding rental with most of the money out. Sign in to see the refurb cost stack, ARV projection, and refinance maths.
Detached + large garden = sub-division play. Pro tier unlocks the tier badge, plot size, uplift estimate, and regional land benchmark.
Short-lease flats trade at deep discount, but extending under the 1993 Act often costs far less than the discount. Pro tier unlocks the tier badge, premium breakdown, long-lease ARV and arbitrage maths.
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