We've tightened what earns a Pursue. A home now needs a published valuation, a strategy that still makes money after real running costs and lender stress tests, and no listing problems that would stop a mortgage. You'll see fewer Pursues, and each one has been checked harder.
See how verdicts work4-bedroom bungalow · SO53 5QE
For saleListed 14 days
Opportunity summary
See Archie’s verdict, returns by strategy and what to check before viewing.
About
INTRODUCTION Offered to the market with no forward chain, this four-bedroom detached chalet bungalow occupies a highly desirable road in the ever-popular area of Hiltingbury, Chandler’s Ford.
Extending to approximately 1,798 sq ft, the well-proportioned accommodation comprises an entrance hall, lounge, dining room, kitchen/breakfast room, utility room, four bedrooms and two bathrooms, including an en-suite to the principal bedroom.
Externally, the property occupies an impressive plot with a generous frontage, a substantial driveway providing ample off-road parking, a double garage and a private, secluded rear garden.
Offering considerable potential in a sought-after location, early viewing is highly recommended to fully appreciate all that this property has to offer.
LOCATION Chandler’s Ford is one of Hampshire’s most desirable residential locations, offering an appealing blend of convenience, community and countryside living.
The town provides a comprehensive range of shops, restaurants, cafés and traditional public houses, alongside excellent leisure and recreational facilities.
Residents can enjoy an extensive network of picturesque footpaths and open green spaces, including the popular Hiltingbury Lakes and Hocombe Mead, both ideal for walking, running and family activities.
The area is also ideally positioned for access to both coast and countryside, with the stunning landscapes of the South Downs National Park and the New Forest National Park within easy reach.
Communications are excellent, with convenient access to the M3 and M27 motorways.
Mainline rail services offer regular connections to London Waterloo, with journey times of approximately 57 minutes from Winchester and around 65 minutes from Southampton Airport Parkway.
INSIDE The property is entered via a welcoming entrance hall, with doors leading to the principal ground-floor rooms and stairs rising to the first floor.
To the left of the hallway are three well-proportioned bedrooms, offering versatile accommodation for family members, guests or those requiring a home office.
To the right, the spacious lounge provides a light and airy reception area, with ample room for freestanding furniture.
To the rear of the property, the modern kitchen/breakfast room leads through to the dining room, with both spaces enjoying an abundance of natural light and pleasant views over the garden.
The adjoining utility room provides additional practical space and benefits from direct access to the garden. A family bathroom completes the ground-floor accommodation.
On the first floor, the principal bedroom benefits from en-suite facilities and a fitted cupboard, creating a comfortable and private retreat.
OUTSIDE To the front, the property enjoys an impressive garden, predominantly laid to lawn and complemented by a variety of mature shrubs and established trees.
A substantial driveway provides ample off-road parking for several vehicles and leads to the double garage, offering further storage and practical versatility.
The rear garden enjoys a high degree of privacy and seclusion.
Mainly laid to lawn, it is bordered by an attractive selection of established shrubs and planting, creating a pleasant outdoor space for relaxing, entertaining and family enjoyment. EPC Rating: D
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 advisers 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 Hocombe Drive, Hiltingbury, SO53
Explore nearby