5-bedroom house · LE2 3HD
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Description Available with no upward chain, this beautifully presented and substantial three-storey period property, offers the perfect blend of modern convenience whilst retaining an abundance of original character features throughout, creating the most ideal family home rich in charm and period detail.
This impressive home presents a superb opportunity for substantial extensions, with huge potential to develop into the garage & utility spaces (STPP).
The ground floor comprises two elegant and generously proportioned reception rooms, both featuring high ceilings and centred around fireplaces with a seamless flow between spaces, creating an ideal setting for both everyday family living and entertaining.
To the rear, a bright and spacious kitchen dining room is fitted with a compressive range of wall mounted and base level units, comprising of, sink with splash back tiles, oven, gas hob with extractor over, breakfast bar and space for freestanding fridge/freezer.
The room is completed by ample space for dining table with multiple windows to both side and rear aspects allowing ample natural light to reach the room.
A side lobby provides access to a useful utility room, ground floor WC, and internal entry to the garage.
The first floor offers three substantial bedrooms, all packed with original features, high ceilings and large windows with the main bedroom is supported by the modern en-suite shower room.
The space is then complimented by the modern four piece family bathroom suite with both shower enclosure, bathtub, low level w/c and sink.
The second floor offers two further well proportioned bedrooms with the larger of the two benefitting from dressing area.
Externally, the property benefits from a paved front forecourt framed by established hedging for added privacy.
To the rear is an enclosed garden, with the majority laid to lawn with mature planting, seating areas, and gated rear access.
The rear garden is completed by the detached garage and additional off road parking.
Location: The property is ideally positioned for access to Leicester city centre, as well as the highly regarded residential districts of Stoneygate and Clarendon Park, areas popular with professionals, students and families alike.
Nearby amenities include the University of Leicester, Victoria Park, and the major hospitals Leicester Royal Infirmary and Leicester General Hospital, all of which contribute to consistently strong rental demand.
Clarendon Park and Stoneygate offer a vibrant mix of independent cafés, restaurants, bars and local shopping parades, making the location highly desirable for both residents and tenants.
Council Tax Band: D Tenure: Freehold
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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.
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