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See how verdicts work3-bedroom semi-detached house · BB3 2JS
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About
Upper Craigside is a well-appointed duplex property at the top of Ashleigh Street.
Offering spacious accommodation over two floors this tastefully decorated residence is in the highly sought after Whitehall area of Darwen that blends traditional housing with open green spaces.
This unique well-maintained Edwardian home combines period charm with modern convenience. Entry is via a porch leading to a generous entrance hall.
There is a spacious lounge/dining area, a bespoke oak kitchen, a four-piece fully tiled bathroom and the king-sized master bedroom.
The upper floor offers two further king-sized bedrooms with fitted wardrobes and floor level access to a large, boarded loft area.
Externally the property benefits from the installation of solar panels which enhance energy efficiency and promote sustainability.
There is an off-road parking space which lends itself to the installation of an electric vehicle charging point. The wall ties were replaced, and solar panels and gas central heating installed.
The windows have been replaced with UPVC sealed units and the flat roof single glazed porch replaced with a UPVC double glazed structure with a traditional style roof.
The parking space was created and a coloured random Indian stone patio laid in the peaceful sunken garden.
Fantastic public transport links to Darwen, Blackburn, Bolton, Bury and Manchester are accessible nearby and Whitehall Victorian Park is a short walk away as is access to the West Pennine Moors where Darwen Jubilee Tower is sited.
EPC Rating: C Hallway Vestibule entrance going through to a generously sized hallway leading to the master bedroom, lounge / dining room, kitchen and bathroom Lounge / Dining Room Well sized lounge with bay window and dining space Bathroom Well proportioned 4 piece bathroom suite Kitchen Convenient and well appointed kitchen complete with breakfast bar Master Bedroom Conveniently located master bedroom with ample space and bay window Bedroom 2 Spacious king size bedroom with built in wardrobe space Bedroom 3 Spacious king size bedroom with built in wardrobe space
Value & comps
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Returns
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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.
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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