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See how verdicts work4-bedroom house · G84 7RR
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About
Located just north of Helensburgh's vibrant town centre, Glenstrae House, 8 East Argyle Street is a superbly proportioned four-bedroom upper conversion that requires a degree of modernisation and upgrading.
Offering around 1,400 square feet of living space the property retains a wealth of period features throughout including detailed cornicing and woodwork.
The property is entered at the ground level of the building where there is a private internal staircase leading to the first floor.
The lounge is vast in size and has a large south facing bay window which has detailed cornicing and ample space for a dining table and chairs if required.
The kitchen is fitted with traditional style units and worktops. There is a range of integral appliances and lots of space for free-standing white goods.
Completing the first level of the property is the principle bedroom and large family bathroom which has a bath and separate shower cubicle.
The upper level of the property has three further bedrooms two of which have amazing views over Helensburgh town centre and the Firth of Clyde.
As mentioned, the property does require a degree of modernisation both internally and externally including some roof works which is reflected within the competitive home report valuation.
Externally the property has an area of private garden, a detached garage and parking shared with one other property.
The location is ideal with all of Helensburgh's fabulous amenities on the door step including Helensburgh Central train station which offers services to Glasgow, Edinburgh and beyond.
EPC Band D Council Tax Band E Measurements Entrance Hallway - 7 ft 10 by 6 ft 4 Hallway - 13 ft 2 by 3 ft 6 Lounge - 20 ft 3 by 17 ft 5 Max Kitchen - 13 ft 6 by 12 ft 5 Max Bathroom - 11 ft 2 Max by 9 ft 0 Max Bedroom 1 - 15 ft 2 Max by 13 ft 9 Max Landing - 8 ft 3 by 2 ft 11 Bedroom 2 - 16 ft 8 by 8 ft 11 Bedroom 3 - 9 ft 11 Max by 9 ft 0 Max Bedroom 4 - 9 ft 11 by 8 ft 3
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.
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