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See how verdicts work3-bedroom detached house · WD18 7LU
Sold STCListed 21 days
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SUMMARY ** NO UPPER CHAIN ** DETACHED FAMILY HOME ** TWO RECEPTION ROOMS ** THREE WELL-PROPORTIONED BEDROOMS ** FAMILY BATHROOM & DOWNSTAIRS CLOAKROOM ** POTENTIAL TO EXTEND (STPP) ** SCOPE FOR FULL REFURBISHMENT AND MODERNISATION ** IDEAL INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY ** DESCRIPTION ** NO UPEPR CHAIN ** A detached family home offered with no upper chain, requiring full refurbishment and modernisation throughout.
Featuring two reception rooms, a downstairs cloakroom, three well-proportioned bedrooms, an off-landing family bathroom and excellent potential to extend (STPP).
Situated in a sought-after location close to schools, amenities and transport links, this property presents an exciting opportunity for investors and buyers looking to add value.
For more information or to arrange a viewing, please contact Connells today.
Agents Note Please note that the AML fee covers the cost of carrying out the required identity and anti-money laundering checks.
Once these checks have been completed, the fee cannot be refunded, even if the property purchase does not go ahead Entrance Hall Cloakroom Living Room 13' x 11' ( 3.96m x 3.35m ) Dining Room 12' x 9' ( 3.66m x 2.74m ) Kitchen First Floor Landing Bedroom One 13' x 12' ( 3.96m x 3.66m ) Bedroom Two Bedroom Three Bathroom Outside Front Garden Rear Garden 1.
MONEY LAUNDERING REGULATIONS - Intending purchasers will be asked to produce identification documentation at a later stage and we would ask for your co-operation in order that there will be no delay in agreeing the sale.
2: These particulars do not constitute part or all of an offer or contract. 3: The measurements indicated are supplied for guidance only and as such must be considered incorrect.
4: Potential buyers are advised to recheck the measurements before committing to any expense.
5: Connells has not tested any apparatus, equipment, fixtures, fittings or services and it is the buyers interests to check the working condition of any appliances.
6: Connells has not sought to verify the legal title of the property and the buyers must obtain verification from their solicitor.
Value & comps
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Returns
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