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See how verdicts work3-bedroom semi-detached house · CM15 8LT
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About
Guide Price £550,000 - £575,0000 This charming three-bedroom semi-detached house is nestled in a quiet cul-de-sac in the sought-after area of Shenfield.
Boasting a spacious lounge diner with delightful garden views, a large sunny garden adorned with mature trees and shrubs, and the advantage of an independent driveway and garage with an electric door, this property offers an excellent opportunity for those looking to create their perfect family home.
Though in need of modernisation, the house has been well cared for and stands ready for refurbishment, extension, or loft conversion—as many neighbouring homes have successfully enhanced their living spaces.
With no onward chain, this residence presents a fantastic chance to make your mark in a peaceful yet well-connected location.
Situated close to Shenfield Station with its direct access to the Elizabeth Line, this property benefits from superb transport links into Central London and beyond, making it ideal for commuters.
Shenfield itself is a thriving community, offering a variety of local amenities including shops, cafes, schools, and green spaces, all within easy reach.
The peaceful cul-de-sac location provides a tranquil setting while remaining conveniently close to the best the area has to offer.
Entering the property via a welcoming porch, you step into a hallway that opens up to the generous lounge diner.
This bright and airy space is perfect for both relaxing and entertaining, with large windows framing views over the beautifully maintained garden.
There is ample room to create distinct living and dining zones, ensuring a comfortable and flexible living arrangement.
The kitchen space, while currently in its original condition, provides a solid foundation ready for modernisation and personalisation to suit your tastes.
Adjacent to the lounge is a lean-to conservatory, offering additional light-filled space that overlooks the garden and could serve multiple functions such as a breakfast area, playroom, or home office.
Upstairs, the property offers three well-proportioned bedrooms. Each room provides a good amount of space, allowing for comfortable accommodation for family members or guests.
There is significant potential here to enhance or reconfigure the layout to incorporate modern bathroom facilities, subject to necessary planning consents.
The outside space is a true highlight of this home.
The rear garden enjoys a sunny aspect and is beautifully landscaped with established trees and shrubs, creating a serene and private outdoor retreat.
There is vast potential to extend the property into the garden, as many neighbours have done with rear extensions, adding valuable additional living space.
The loft also offers scope for conversion, further increasing the home's overall footprint.
This property is presented with no onward chain, making it a straightforward purchase for buyers eager to put their own stamp on a house with excellent potential in an unbeatable location.
Value & comps
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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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