3-bedroom semi-detached house · IP22 4LN
Sold STCListed 189 days
Opportunity summary
See Archie’s verdict, returns by strategy and what to check before viewing.
About
Tucked away in town with off-road parking and garden. Refurbished period cottage with living room, kitchen, 3 bedrooms and bathroom. No onward chain.
Location Location is a key consideration for any purchaser, and this delightful cottage is ideally positioned for town living.
It enjoys the convenience of being within walking distance of a comprehensive range of amenities, whilst also benefiting from a tucked-away setting, offering a good degree of privacy away from passing traffic.
The thriving market town of Diss provides an excellent selection of both independent and national retailers, along with a variety of leisure and sporting facilities, including golf, tennis, rugby, and football clubs.
Educational provision is well catered for, with schooling available through to sixth form level, alongside a modern health centre.
Diss is conveniently situated approximately midway between Norwich and Ipswich (both around 25 miles distant), with the historic town of Bury St Edmunds located approximately 18 miles away.
The town also benefits from a mainline railway station on the Norwich to London Liverpool Street line, offering a journey time to London of approximately 90 minutes.
The Property Violet Cottage is an attractive red brick end-terrace property, forming part of a row of three cottages.
The current owner has undertaken a comprehensive programme of refurbishment, including the installation of double glazed windows, a modern central heating system, complete rewiring, and the fitting of a new kitchen, bathroom, and updated flooring throughout.
The property successfully combines its original character and charm with the comfort and efficiency expected of modern living.
Outside To the front of the property is a well-maintained garden measuring approximately 20' x 29', predominantly laid to lawn and enclosed by a traditional picket fence, creating an appealing first impression.
A shared private pedestrian pathway provides access from the front garden to Roydon Road.
To the rear, there is side access leading to a low-maintenance shingled area, measuring approximately 22' x 29', which provides off-road parking for several vehicles.
In addition, there are two useful domestic storage outbuildings. Services: The property is connected to mains water, electricity, gas, and drainage.
Heating and hot water are provided via a gas-fired boiler serving radiators throughout.
What3words: ///candles.catapult.crinkled Directions: Proceeding into Diss via the A140, continue along Victoria Road (A1066), passing Tesco, Morrisons, and Aldi.
At the mini roundabout adjacent to The Park Hotel, turn right onto Denmark Street. Continue to the top of the hill and, just beyond the former Crown public house, turn left into Roydon Road.
The driveway will be found immediately after the chiropractor’s premises on the left-hand side.
For convenience, it is recommended to park on Roydon Road and approach the property on foot for viewings. Viewing Strictly by appointment with TW Gaze.
Tenure: Freehold Anti-Money Laundering Regulations In accordance with the Anti-Money Laundering, Terrorist Financing and Transfer of Funds Regulations 2017, TW Gaze are legally required to carry out due diligence checks on all prospective purchasers.
A non-refundable processing fee of £25.00 plus VAT (£30.00 including VAT) will be payable per purchaser upon acceptance of an offer. Ref: 2/20161/KH
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 advisors 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 Roydon Road, Diss
Explore nearby