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Listing removedReduced £20k (−6.7%) on 15 JulListed 184 days
Opportunity summary
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About
Watling Place, Houghton Regis In the heart of Houghton Regis, this charming two-bedroom house offers an exceptional opportunity for buyers seeking a property with immense potential.
Priced at £300,000, this home is offered to the market with the significant advantage of no upper chain, ensuring a smoother and potentially quicker transaction process.
Upon arrival, you are greeted by a convenient driveway, providing off-road parking, which leads to a private garage, offering additional secure parking or valuable storage space.
The property itself, while in need of some modernisation, presents a fantastic canvas for prospective owners to infuse their personal style and create a truly bespoke living environment.
Step inside to discover a good size lounge, a welcoming space perfect for relaxation and entertaining guests. The layout is practical and well-proportioned, catering to comfortable everyday living.
The property benefits from a downstairs bathroom, a feature that adds convenience and flexibility to the living arrangements.
Ascending to the first floor, you will find two generously sized double bedrooms. These rooms offer ample space for furniture and provide a peaceful retreat at the end of the day.
The exterior of the property is equally appealing, featuring a mature garden.
This private outdoor space offers a tranquil setting for al fresco dining, gardening enthusiasts, or simply enjoying the fresh air. Location is paramount, and this property excels in its positioning.
Residents will benefit from excellent transport links, making commuting and travel straightforward.
Whether by road or public transport, connectivity to surrounding areas and beyond is highly accessible.
Furthermore, the house is ideally situated close to a wealth of local amenities, including shops, supermarkets, and services, ensuring daily necessities are always within easy reach.
For families, the presence of good local schools within the vicinity is a significant advantage, providing quality educational options for children of all ages.
This combination of practical features, a desirable location, and the scope for personalisation makes this Houghton Regis property a truly compelling proposition.
Early viewing is highly recommended to fully appreciate the potential and charm this home has to offer.
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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