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See how verdicts work3-bedroom semi-detached house · GU18 5XY
Sold STCListed 144 days
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About
Vickery are proud to offer this beautifully presented three bedroom semi-detached family home, situated on a highly sought-after non-estate location in Lightwater, within easy reach of local shops, amenities and schools, as well as junction 3 of the M3.
The property benefits from generous living accommodation, a substantial rear garden and excellent potential for future extension, subject to planning permission.
Lightwater is a vibrant village community in Surrey Heath offering excellent transport links to London and other major centres such as Bracknell, Woking and Guildford.
Lightwater is situated at junction 3 of the M3 and close to the mainline rail network to London Waterloo at Brookwood and Sunningdale.
Whilst Lightwater is mainly residential, the village has excellent leisure facilities including its own country park encompassing some 100 acres of heathland, complete with nature trail and leisure centre.
The village also has well regarded schools and a thriving village centre which includes a supermarket, post office, library and other local stores all testifying to the desirability of Lightwater as a place to live and work.
Central London 31 miles Woking 7 miles Guildford 10 miles Bracknell 7 miles Heathrow Airport 18 miles Gatwick Airport 42 miles
Value & comps
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Returns
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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.
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About Macdonald Road, Lightwater, Surrey, GU18
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