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See how verdicts work2-bedroom terraced house · IP14 5RY
SoldListed 263 daysAuction 11 Feb · ended
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About
****LISTED FOR AUCTION 11TH FEBRUARY 2026 £140,000 - £160,000**** Nestled in the charming village of Mendlesham, Stowmarket, this delightful terraced house on Front Street offers a unique blend of residential comfort and commercial potential.
With two inviting reception rooms, this property provides ample space for both relaxation and entertaining.
The two well-proportioned bedrooms are perfect for a small family or for those seeking a peaceful retreat.
The house features a practical kitchen and a utility area, ensuring that all your culinary needs are met with ease. The shower room adds a modern touch, providing convenience for daily routines.
Additionally, the property benefits from parking for one vehicle, along with street parking options for guests.
Situated within a conservation area, this home not only boasts character but also contributes to the preservation of the local heritage.
The combination of residential and commercial use opens up exciting possibilities for those looking to run a business from home or invest in a property with diverse potential.
This charming abode is ideal for anyone seeking a blend of comfort, convenience, and opportunity in a picturesque setting.
Nestled in the Suffolk countryside, Mendlesham offers a range of key services including a GP surgery and health centre, primary school, shops, public house and post office, and is only 5 miles away from the market town of Stowmarket offering much more as well as a railway station with main links to London, Bury St Edmunds, Norwich and Cambridge.
Don't miss the chance to make this property your own in the heart of Mendlesham. Entrance Hall - With built-in cupboard.
Reception Room/ Business Opportunity - With window to front and understairs cupboard.
Kitchen - With a Velux window, range of high and low units, stainless steel sink and drainer, tiled splashbacks, electric hob with extractor hood, electric double oven, stairs leading to first floor and vinyl floor.
Utility Area - With vinyl floor and door leading to former cloakroom comprising of window to rear.
Garden Room - With full length windows to side, Bi-Folding doors, door leading to side and vinyl floor.
Bedroom One - With three windows to front and Velux window filling the room with natural light, shelved airing cupboard housing hot water tank and loft access. Bedroom Two - With window to rear.
Shower Room - With shower, low level W/C, pedestal basin, fully tiled walls, vinyl floor and heated towel rail.
Outside - To the rear of the property is a rear garden comprising of small hard standing area, fenced and for access has gate to rear.
Agent Note - The property was previously used as a hairdressers and was registered as a commercial property. It now has planning consent for full residential use.
The village is not connected to the mains gas and oil is not an option. The property can only have an electricity supply.
Value & comps
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