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See how verdicts work3-bedroom house · OL13 8EB
Listing removedReduced £9k (−10%) on 25 JulListed 158 days
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*** This property is for sale by the Modern Method of Auction, meaning the buyer and seller are to Complete within 56 days (the "Reservation Period").
Interested parties personal data will be shared with the Auctioneer (iamsold). If considering buying with a mortgage, inspect and consider the property carefully with your lender before bidding.
The buyer signs a Reservation Agreement and makes payment of a non-refundable Reservation Fee of 4.50% of the purchase price including VAT, subject to a minimum of £6,600.00 including VAT.
This is paid to reserve the property to the buyer during the Reservation Period and is paid in addition to the purchase price. This is considered within calculations for Stamp Duty Land Tax.
Services may be recommended by the Agent or Auctioneer in which they will receive payment from the service provider if the service is taken. Payment varies but will be no more than £450.00.
These services are optional.
*** This three-bedroom end-terrace home, comprising one reception room and arranged over two floors, offers 893 square feet of living space and presents an excellent opportunity for investors or developers.
Currently partway through refurbishment, the strip-back has already been completed. This property is offered with no onward chain, allowing for a swift and straightforward project.
Ground floor Reception room - 4.14m (13'7") into alcove x 3.79m (12'5") A versatile and inviting living space, featuring exposed pine flooring, gas fire with feature surround, and a double glazed window to the front.
Dining kitchen - 6.12m (20'1") x 2.71m (8'11") An extremely spacious kitchen/diner with ample room for a dining table, fitted with a range of wall and base units, integrated hob and oven, and multiple windows providing plenty of natural light, with access to the rear.
WC Practical ground floor cloakroom facilities. First floor landing With loft access and doors leading to all rooms.
Loft space The current loft space houses a drop-down ladder, which provides access to the roof space, which has a Velux window.
There is potential to convert this into a potentially large fourth bedroom or larger third bedroom subject to the relevant permissions.
Master bedroom - 3.77m (12'4") x 3.53m (11'7") A spacious principal bedroom with built-in storage and a front-facing window.
Bedroom two - 3.98m (13'1") x 2.74m (9'0") A generously sized double bedroom overlooking the rear.
Bedroom three - 2.78m (9'1") x 2.13m (7'0") A well-proportioned third bedroom, ideal as a nursery, study, or dressing room.
Family bathroom - 1.74m (5'9") x 2.05m (6'9") A functional bathroom space offering excellent potential for modernisation.
Externally The property benefits from larger than average wrap-around front and rear gardens, offering private outdoor space, alongside convenient side access.
Tenure Freehold Council tax Council Tax Band A, Rossendale (2026/27) Broadband Superfast broadband available to 100% of the area, with ultrafast and gigabit speeds currently not provided.
The area Nestled in the scenic Rossendale Valley, Bacup is a historic Lancashire town steeped in rich industrial heritage.
Once a thriving centre for the cotton and wool trade during the 19th century, its Victorian stone architecture remains a testament to its prosperous past.
Surrounded by rolling hills and moorlands, Bacup offers stunning landscapes ideal for outdoor pursuits such as hiking and cycling.
The town's charming centre is home to traditional markets, independent shops, and a warm, close-knit community.
Local pride shines through community-led events like the annual Bacup and Stacksteads Carnival, as well as the renowned Britannia Coconut Dancers, a folk dance troupe with over a century of history.
Recent regeneration efforts have sought to revitalise Bacup while honouring its unique character, making it a distinctive and enduring part of Lancashire's cultural fabric.
Value & comps
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