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See how verdicts work2-bedroom semi-detached house · WN5 8BG
Under offerListed 233 days
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About
Charming 2 Bedroom Edwardian with Loft Room Freehold Home with Loft Conversion This beautifully presented 2.5 bedroom Edwardian freehold house offers a wonderful blend of period character and practical modern living, making it an ideal purchase for a first-time buyer or young family.
The property boasts a spacious main lounge featuring an attractive electric effect fireplace, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere.
An additional bright and airy sitting room provides versatile living space, perfect as a second reception room, playroom, or home office.
The generous kitchen is well-equipped with a fitted hob and offers ample space for dining and entertaining.
Throughout the home, you'll find stunning original Edwardian features, including elegant sash-style windows, charming stained glass internal doors, and impressive high ceilings that enhance the sense of space and light.
A valuable loft conversion adds flexibility, providing a useful additional bedroom, study, or hobby room.
Full of character and natural light, this delightful property presents a fantastic opportunity to secure a charming period home with freehold.
The property offers a warm and inviting atmosphere, with tasteful interiors that allow buyers to move straight in without the need for renovation.
The private gardens provide rare and valuable outdoor space, offering both privacy and versatility.
Conveniently located close to local amenities, reputable schools, and transport links, this home is ideal for first-time buyers, small families, or those looking to downsize without compromising on character or outdoor space.
Early viewing is highly recommended.
Within a short walk or short drive of WN5 8BG you'll find several primary schools, many Ofsted-rated Good or strong options: St John's CofE Primary School - close to the property (~600-650 m).
Highfield St Matthew's C E Primary School - also around 0.4 - 0.5 mi.
Several secondary schools are accessible to families near WN5 8BG: St Peter's Catholic High School - popular local option in Orrell. Up Holland High School - another local choice.
Train: Pemberton station is the closest railway station (~0.4 - 0.5 mi). Other nearby stations include Orrell (~2.1 km), Gathurst and Wigan North Western for wider connectivity.
Road: Easy access to the M6 motorway (Junction 26) provides strong connections towards Warrington, Liverpool, Manchester and further afield - good for commuting.
Robin Retail Park - large shopping destination with shops, cafés, and services nearby.
There are several parks, play areas and outdoor spaces for leisure and family activities: Orrell Water Park - popular lakeside park ideal for walks, birdwatching and family outings.
Alexandra Park - established town park with green space and paths. Wigan's surrounding area includes Pemberton Park and golf course green spaces, offering more outdoor recreation.
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.
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.
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