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See how verdicts work6-bedroom detached house · LE2 3BA
Listing removedListed 117 daysAuction 29 Jul · ended
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About
For sale by Auction on 29 July 2026. A substantial detached period property standing on a large plot offering scope for upgrading/development.
This handsome property was designed by renowned architect Albert Sawday for his own residence. Offering spacious accommodation over three floors with further basement and loft space to utilise.
Stunning hallway, three large reception rooms, kitchen and scullery, grand galleried landing, Five bedrooms and bathroom to the first floor and further attic rooms.
There is parking to the front and a large rear garden which backs directly onto Avenue Road and may offer a potential building plot, subject to planning permission.
The house is in need of modernisation throughout but offers superb room sizes throughout, many original features and tremendous scope to make a superb family home in this highly desirable location.
The property has recently had a full new roof finished to a sympathetic finish of the highest of standards.
Situated in a highly prized location and sought after street close to the transport links on London Road and the shops, bars and restaurants on Queens Road.
Victoria Park, Train Station and University of Leicester are all within walking distance. Some of Leicester's most sought after schooling is close by. Porch With original front door into hallway.
Reception Hallway Superb hallway with grand staircase off. Wash Room With sink and window. Drawing Room - 5.90m x 4.74m With bay window to rear and door to garden.
Dining Room - 5.50m x 4.28m With Bay window to front aspect. Sitting Room - 4.30m x 3.70m Window to rear. Kitchen - 3.60m x 3.60m With original Range and window to front. Rear Lobby With door to side.
Scullery - 3.20m x 3.20m max Window and door to rear. Cloakroom With toilet and window to front. Stunning Galleried Landing With former glass roof lantern and Skylight window above.
Bedroom One - 5.93m x 4.80m With bay window to rear. Bedroom Two - 5.70m x 4,25m Bay window to front. Bedroom Three - 3.65m x 4.25m With window to rear. Bedroom Four - 3.95m x 3.60m Window to front.
Bedroom Five - 3.35m x 2.55m Having window to side. Bathroom With original bathtub with timber casing and wash basin. Linen cupboard and window to rear. Separate W.C.
Having toilet and window Stairs to Second Floor Landing With access to bedroom and attic space. Bedroom Six/Office - 4.60m x 2.70m Max With window to rear.
Main Attic Space - 4.80m x 4.80m average Offering storage or scope for further accommodation. Cellar Split into two areas located under the kitchen.
Outside Gardens to front with two driveways/dropped kerbs offering parking and potential in and out driveway. Large rear garden backing onto Avenue Road.
The garden also contains a brick store and toilet. POTENTIAL building plot to rear subject to planning permission with access off Avenue Road.
Draft Sales Particulars These sales details are awaiting vendor approval Tenure: Freehold EPC Rating: Awaited Terms: Auction Details The sale of this property will take place on the stated date by way of Live streamed auction and is being sold under the Unconditional sale type.
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