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See how verdicts work1-bedroom house · DE56 1FF
Sold STCReduced £5k (−3%) on 28 MayListed 260 days
Opportunity summary
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About
This delightful one-bedroom cottage occupies an enviable position with outstanding views across the Derwent Valley and towards the historic East Mill.
Full of character and charm, the property offers a rare opportunity to acquire a cosy yet well-presented home in a highly desirable setting.
It will appeal to a wide range of purchasers, including first-time buyers, those seeking a holiday retreat, or investors looking for a buy-to-let or holiday let opportunity.
The elevated rear aspect enjoys far-reaching countryside and valley views, creating a wonderful sense of peace and privacy.
Externally, the property benefits from a lawned garden, ideal for relaxing and enjoying the surrounding scenery, along with stepped access leading down to the road below.
There is also a useful storage shed situated within a block, providing valuable additional storage.
The property is entered via a solid wood front door into a welcoming lounge that retains much of its traditional character.
A Belper fireplace with stove forms a central focal point, complemented by a renovated sash window with shutters to the front elevation, allowing plenty of natural light while maintaining the cottage’s period feel.
The room is finished with quality wood-effect laminate flooring and also benefits from a useful under-stairs storage cupboard and a bespoke, made-to-measure meter cupboard.
The kitchen is fitted with bespoke base units set beneath wood-effect worktops, providing practical workspace while maintaining the cottage’s charm.
There is space for appliances, making the layout both functional and adaptable to individual needs. A door leads to the rear, providing access to the garden and allowing natural light into the space.
To the first floor is a well-proportioned double bedroom overlooking the front elevation.
The room features an original fireplace, adding further character, along with a built-in wardrobe which also discreetly houses the boiler, maximising usable floor space.
The bathroom is fitted with a Victorian-style suite, comprising a traditional wash hand basin, WC, and a bath with mains-fed shower over.
Finished with laminate flooring, the room also benefits from two useful storage cupboards, providing excellent practicality without compromising style.
Value & comps
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Returns
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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.
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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.
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About Chesterfield Road, Belper, Derbyshire
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