5-bedroom house · CO2 0NF
For saleReduced £50k (−5.6%) on 7 JulListed 138 days
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About
An incredible opportunity has arisen to acquire a truly unique home that has not been offered to the market for over 26 years.
Situated on approximately one-third of an acre, Birch Street is a remarkable former Police Station that has been thoughtfully and sympathetically converted to create a substantial and versatile family residence.
The property boasts an impressive 22ft x 15ft gallery, providing excellent potential for a self-contained annexe, home office, gym or hobby space.
This area is complemented by a large WC and additional studio room, making it ideal for those seeking flexible accommodation.
The main house offers a spacious kitchen/dining room with French doors opening onto the stunning rear garden and surrounding countryside.
Off the kitchen is a practical utility room and an additional ground-floor WC. There are also two generous reception rooms, including a comfortable lounge and separate sitting room.
The first floor features three well-proportioned double bedrooms and a family bathroom, while the second floor offers a further two double bedrooms, providing ample space for growing families.
Externally, the property is approached via a gated entrance with extensive parking for multiple vehicles.
The substantial rear garden enjoys breath taking views across rolling countryside and offers a wonderful degree of privacy.
The current owner has regularly enjoyed sightings of local wildlife, including deer, foxes, barn owls, and a variety of other countryside species.
Properties of this character, size, and setting rarely become available, making Birch Street a truly exceptional home that must be viewed to be fully appreciated.
Value & comps
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Returns
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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.
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