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See how verdicts work2-bedroom bungalow · LE13 1JZ
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About
Positioned on a generous and well-established plot, this two-bedroom detached bungalow is in the highly sought-after area of Melton and is offered to the market with no onward chain.
The layout includes an entrance porch, entrance hall, spacious living room, kitchen diner, and a rear porch.
There are two comfortable double bedrooms and a family bathroom, all arranged over a single level.
Outside, the bungalow benefits from mature gardens to both sides, offering plenty of outdoor space and privacy.
A driveway provides off-road parking, along with a detached garage for additional storage or parking.
A fantastic opportunity for buyers looking to make a home their own in a desirable and well-connected location.
Location Melton Mowbray is a thriving market town offering excellent local shopping and schooling facilities with the added benefit of being within easy commuting distance of the centres of Leicester, Nottingham, Loughborough, Grantham, Oakham and Stamford.
Superb private schooling is available at nearby Oakham in addition to Ratcliffe College and Leicester Grammar School.
The town is situated on the Leicester/Peterborough/Stansted railway with an excellent intercity service to London available from both Grantham and Leicester (approximately 1 hour).
Entrance Porch With inner door leading to entrance hallway.
Entrance Hallway With ceiling light pendant, radiator and door giving access into: Living Room A spacious and bright living room with uPVC double glazed windows to the front and side aspect, inset gas fireplace and fire, radiators, ceiling light pendant and door leading to the breakfast kitchen.
Breakfast Kitchen With a range of matching wall and base units, integrated oven with gas hob and extractor over, space for washing machine, space for fridge/freezer and stainless steel sink and drainer with mixer tap over.
There are uPVC double glazed windows to the rear and side aspect, laminate flooring, radiator, ceiling light point and door to rear porch.
Rear Porch With uPVC double glazed window and door leading to the rear garden, laminate flooring, ceiling light pendant and access to store cupboard.
Bedroom One With uPVC double glazed window to the side aspect, radiator, ceiling light pendant and built-in wardrobes.
Bedroom Two With a uPVC double glazed window to the front aspect, radiator and ceiling light pendant.
Bathroom A three piece suite comprising low level WC, hand wash hand basin with mixer tap and tiled bath with separate taps.
There is tiling to the floor, part tiling to the walls, window to the rear aspect, ceiling light pendant and radiator.
Outside The bungalow sits on a generous and well-established plot, with mature gardens to both sides.
The outdoor space is mainly laid to lawn, complemented by a variety of established bushes, shrubs, and trees, offering plenty of greenery and privacy.
Additional benefits include off-road parking and a detached garage, providing both convenience and storage.
Garage With an up and over door, pedestrian access to the side, power, and lighting, providing great storage.
Services and Miscellaneous The property is connected to mains gas, water, electric and drainage.
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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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