3-bedroom detached house · DT1 2JP
Listing removedListed 217 days
Opportunity summary
See Archie’s verdict, returns by strategy and what to check before viewing.
About
A detached 3 double bedroom period house in Dorchester town with garage, parking and large level garden, situated within easy walking distance of the town centre and Poundbury.
The Property - A detached 1930s red-brick family home set on a generous plot in Dorchester, within easy walking distance of the town centre and local schools.
The property features a large rear garden and offers excellent potential for light updating, with gas central heating and double glazing throughout.
An attractive storm porch with front door featuring ornate leaded glass design, opens into a welcoming hallway with a spacious understairs cupboard and side window.
The sitting room enjoys a bay window and open fireplace, creating a bright and comfortable living space.
To the rear, the dining room features a central fireplace with timber surround and French doors opening into a lean-to conservatory, which provides access to the garden.
The fitted kitchen includes an original built-in dresser, gas boiler, electric oven, gas hob, built-in dishwasher, and space for a washing machine.
A rear porch has side access, door to a WC, and a (currently unused) shower. Upstairs, there are three double bedrooms.
The principal bedroom is particularly spacious, with a bay window and built-in wardrobes, while the second bedroom also benefits from built-in storage.
The family bathroom is fitted with a white suite, including a bath with shower attachment. Outside - Detached single garage with up and over door, pedestrian door, power and light.
Gated tarmac driveway with off street parking to the side and front of the property and there is a front garden laid to lawn.
The huge advantage of this property is the large rear gardens, which is mainly laid to lawn but used in the past for productive vegetable areas.
2 greenhouse act as a divide to the bulk of the garden beyond.
Situation - Dorchester town centre, located approximately half a mile away, offers a wide range of shops, restaurants and leisure facilities.
The vibrant Brewery Square development further enhances the town’s appeal, with a variety of popular eateries including Côte Brasserie, Wagamama, Zizzi, Pizza Express, Vivo Lounge, Nando’s, Brewhouse & Kitchen and Costa, alongside fashion retailers, a Premier Inn and an Odeon cinema.
Dorset County Hospital is also close by, together with a number of highly regarded schools.
For commuters, both Dorchester South and Dorchester West stations provide mainline rail services to London Waterloo and Bristol Temple Meads respectively.
The town also benefits from excellent sporting facilities including the 1610 Leisure Centre, Dorchester Rugby, Football and Cricket Clubs, as well as tennis and squash at the Dorchester Tennis and Squash Club.
Came Down Golf Club is nearby, while sailing and water sports can be enjoyed at Weymouth and Portland.
The dramatic Jurassic Coastline lies just a few miles to the south, offering beautiful beaches, scenic coastal walks and a wide range of outdoor activities.
Directions - What3words///awards.baguette.founding Services - Mains water, gas, electricity and drainage are connected. Gas fired central heating.
Broadband - Ultrafast speed available Mobile - There is mobile coverage in the area, please refer to Ofcom’s website for more details. ( Council Tax Band: D (Dorset Council - )
Value & comps
No previous sales on record.
Returns
Set an offer; the calculator follows it.
We're still gathering serviced-accommodation data for this area.
Archie refurb estimate: a Pro feature
0.0% below asking
This is not financial or investment advice. Prop AI Deals is not authorised by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) to provide investment advice.
All investment calculators, property analyses, and AI-generated insights are for informational purposes only. Property investment carries risk and may result in financial loss. All calculations should be independently verified and you should consult with FCA-authorised financial advisors before making any investment decisions.
Past performance does not guarantee future results. Tax implications vary by individual circumstances.
Deal
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.
Detached + large garden = sub-division play. Pro tier unlocks the tier badge, plot size, uplift estimate, and regional land benchmark.
Short-lease flats trade at deep discount, but extending under the 1993 Act often costs far less than the discount. Pro tier unlocks the tier badge, premium breakdown, long-lease ARV and arbitrage maths.
See projected short-stay revenue vs a vanilla BTL for this property.
See real sub-let margins (HMO room rates & SA nightly rates) vs the landlord rent.
Area
Agent & docs
FAQ
About Damers Road, Dorchester
Explore nearby