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See how verdicts work3-bedroom house · MK41 8AU
For saleReduced £15k (−4.1%) on 30 JulListed 119 days
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About
Situated within the ever-popular and highly sought-after Putnoe area of Bedford, this spacious three-bedroom semi-detached home offers generous family accommodation, ample parking and excellent potential, making it an ideal purchase for growing families.
The well-planned accommodation comprises an entrance hall with a convenient downstairs cloakroom, a bright and spacious lounge which flows seamlessly into the dining area, creating an ideal space for both everyday living and entertaining.
To the rear, the fitted kitchen overlooks the garden and provides ample storage and workspace.
The first floor benefits from a larger-than-average landing, giving access to three well-proportioned bedrooms and a family bathroom fitted with a three-piece suite.
Externally, the property enjoys a gated driveway leading to a detached garage, while a further gravelled frontage provides off-road parking for several vehicles.
The generous outdoor space offers excellent practicality for families and visiting guests alike.
There are local shops within walking distance for day-to-day necessities and Bedford town centre is a short drive away for extensive shopping facilities.
Mowsbury Park, Putnoe Woods and the 18-hole municipal golf course are also within walking distance.
The property falls within a good local authority school catchment area for all age groups and the Harpur Trust private schools can be found on the fringes of Bedford town centre.
Good vehicular access to Milton Keynes and Northampton is close by and access to the A1, M1 and A6 trunk road can be sourced via the Bedford Southern bypass.
Commuter links to London and the North are available from the mainline railway station which is on the Western fringe of Bedford town centre.
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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.
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About 28, Birkdale Road, Bedford
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