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See how verdicts work2-bedroom house · CM24 8JS
Listing removedReduced £20k (−5.3%) on 31 JulListed 200 days
Opportunity summary
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About
A refurbished two bedroom cottage set in a private road, well-placed within walking distance of shops, amenities and mainline railway station.
The property offers well-presented accommodation and a private south facing garden and terrace.
Ground Floor Entrance Hall Decorative double glazed entrance door and staircase rising to the first floor. Dining Room Double glazed window to front aspect, fireplace with inset gas fire.
Sitting Room A pair of double glazed doors providing views and access onto the terrace and garden, fireplace with inset stove on a slate hearth, understairs storage cupboard.
Kitchen Fitted with a range of base and eye level units with hardwood woodblock work surface, sink unit, integrated fridge/freezer, oven and hob, slimline dishwasher and integrated washing machine, a pair of double glazed windows overlooking the courtyard and garden with further double glazed stable door providing access to the outdoor space, door to: Bathroom Refitted suite comprising bath with independent shower, vanity wash hand basin, low level w.c., tiled walls and obscure double glazed window.
First Floor Landing Access to loft space, doors to adjoining rooms.
Bedroom 1 Double glazed window to the rear aspect, built-in wardrobe, further built-in cupboard housing hot water cylinder and slatted shelving, fireplace (not in use).
Bedroom 2 Double glazed window to front aspect, fireplace (not in use), built-in wardrobe.
Outside The property is situated in a private road, well-placed within walking distance of the local amenities, shops and train station providing convenient access to London and Cambridge.
To the front of the property there is off-street parking for up to 2 vehicles.
To the side is a pathway leading to the south facing rear garden which is laid to lawn with a terrace to the rear and a garden shed. Viewings By appointment through the Agents.
Value & comps
No previous sales on record.
Returns
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Archie refurb estimate: a Pro feature
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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.
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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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FAQ
About 59, St. Johns Road, Stansted
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