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See how verdicts work3-bedroom detached house · SG8 6ET
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About
Situated in the highly sought-after village of Melbourn, South Cambridgeshire , this well-presented three-bedroom bungalow offers an excellent combination of comfortable living space, generous gardens, and superb parking — perfect for those seeking a peaceful home with exciting potential.
Step Inside The property opens into a welcoming reception hall, which opens to the integral garage.
The entrance hall opens to the spacious living room/Dining room that provides a warm and inviting setting for both relaxation and entertaining.
A light and airy dual aspect room with sliding patio doors to the side and a large picture window to the front. Feature fireplace.
The well-appointed kitchen offers ample storage and workspace, catering to everyday practicality.
The bungalow features three well-proportioned bedrooms, each offering flexible accommodation for family living, visiting guests, or home office use.
A centrally located family bathroom with walk in bath and shower over, conveniently serves all bedrooms.
Enhancing the versatility of the home is a bright conservatory off of the second bedroom, ideal as a dining area, additional reception room, or a tranquil spot to enjoy views of the garden throughout the seasons.
Step Outside Externally, the property occupies a generous plot.
The well-maintained front garden is complemented by a substantial driveway providing ample off-road parking and access to a single garage.
The garage has a window and door to the rear and wall mounted gas boiler for the central heating system.
To the rear, a large and private garden offers excellent space for outdoor entertaining, gardening enthusiasts, or potential future landscaping projects.
Location Located in the heart of Melbourn, residents benefit from a variety of local amenities including independent shops, schooling, and convenient transport links, all while enjoying the charm and strong sense of community that village life provides.
This is a rare opportunity to acquire a spacious bungalow with outstanding potential, both inside and out. No onward chain!
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.
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.
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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.
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