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See how verdicts work9-bedroom property · SN1 4BG
For saleReduced £100k (−11.1%) on 14 FebListed 398 days
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About
Situated in the heart of Old Town on Devizes Road, this remarkable property presents a unique investment opportunity for cash buyers or those seeking a commercial mortgage.
This House of Multiple Occupancy boasts an impressive nine bedrooms, each thoughtfully designed with an ensuite bathroom and a convenient kitchenette.
The property features a well-established shop on the ground floor, providing an excellent source of income potential.
To the rear of the shop, Room One stands out with its separate living room and bedroom, offering a unique rental in the HMO sector.
Also to the rear of shop is bedroom 2, which offers a separate kitchen. To the first and second floor is a further studio style rooms, with a boiler/ store room also on the top floor.
The property also includes dedicated parking at the rear, currently rented out with an additional charge for some rooms.
The combination of a thriving commercial space below and well-equipped living quarters above makes this property a rare find in the market.
Whether you are looking to expand your property portfolio or start on a new venture, this property, with it's prominent location and comprehensive amenities nearby, is an opportunity not to be missed.
Shop Shop currently let Comprises main shop floor, three treatment rooms, WC Main shop - 3.83m x 3.3m Front treatment room - 2.66m x 2.8m Rear treatment room - 2.82m x 3.9m Side treatment room - 3.31m x 3.78m WC - 0.76m x 1.75m Room One Large room/ apartment comprising living room/ kitchen, separate bedroom and bathroom.
Living Room - 3.8m x 3.62m Bedroom - 3.89m x 2.04m Bathroom - 2.8m x 1.2m Entrance Hall (7.45 x 0.97 (24'5" x 3'2")) Side entrance door, door to room 2, stairs to first floor, rear door leading to parking Room Two Bedroom with separate kitchen and bathroom Room - 3.48m x 3.10m Kitchen - 2.08m x 1.98m Shower Room - 2.79m x 1.37m First Floor Landing Doors to rooms 3-7, stairs to second floor, door to communal utility Room Three Bedroom with kitchenette and en-suite Room - 3.84m into 1.35m x 3.62m into 5.4m Ensuite - 1.4m x 1.7m Room Four Bedroom with kitchenette and en-suite Room - 3.1m x 4.3m En-suite - 1.7m x 1.4m Room Five Bedroom with kitchenette and en-suite Bedroom - 4m x 3m En-suite - 1.5m x 1.8m Room Six Bedroom with kitchenette and en-suite Bedroom - 2.7m into 1.47m x 4m En-suite - 1.6m x 1.34m Room Seven Bedroom with kitchenette and en-suite Bedroom - 3.9m into 2.63m x 2.4m into 5m En-suite - 1.3m x 2.4m Communal Utility Room (2.85 x 2.45 (9'4" x 8'0")) Cooker, washing machines, storage cupboard Second Floor Landing Stairs from first floor, doors to rooms 8 & 9, door to boiler room Room Eight Bedroom with kitchenette and en-suite Bedroom - 2.8m into 4.3m x 3.3m into 1.5m En-suite - 1.47m x 1.4m Room Nine Bedroom with separate kitchen and bathroom Bedroom - 2.93m x 3.8m Kitchen - 0.9m x 3.3m Bathroom - 1.5m x 1.3m Boiler Room Boiler & store room Boiler room - 1m x 2.7m Store Room - 1.6m x 1.7m
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About 27-28, Devizes Road, Swindon
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