We've tightened what earns a Pursue. A home now needs a published valuation, a strategy that still makes money after real running costs and lender stress tests, and no listing problems that would stop a mortgage. You'll see fewer Pursues, and each one has been checked harder.
See how verdicts work3-bedroom detached house · CO7 7QH
Listing removedListed 237 days
Opportunity summary
See Archie’s verdict, returns by strategy and what to check before viewing.
About
THE PADDOCKS Upon entering the property you are welcomed by an inviting hallway which offers storage that houses a water cylinder in addition to underfloor heating manifolds and a storage area.
A loft hatch is located within the hallway with a drop-down ladder for access.
The bathroom has been finished to an excellent standard which includes tiled flooring and semi tiled walls, wall hung storage unit with ceramic sink on top and mixer tap, full length bath with over the top shower and glass splash back screen.
The bathroom is further enhanced by a W.C with hidden cistern. Flooring throughout the property can be selected by the buyers and will be installed between exchange and completion.
There will be a range of LVT and carpets to choose from.
All bedrooms have been designed to allow buyers to input their own cupboard units once occupied with the main bedroom benefitting from a box window area to the front along with an ensuite incorporating a walk in rainfall and handheld shower, W.C with hidden cistern, light up vanity unit and a wall hung storage unit with a hand wash basin on top.
The kitchen / breakfast room is located at the rear of the property and is complete with a range of low level and eye level cupboards, quartz worktops throughout that overlap to allow space for a breakfast bar in the central island.
Neff branded double oven, dishwasher and wine cooler are integrated within the units with down lighting features above the central island.
Space available for a dining table and chairs with doors to the rear of the property.
The utility room also has quartz surfaces with a sink/drainer and integrated washing machines with further cupboard space. Sitting room with bi-folding doors to the rear of the property.
HEATING: The property has zonal underfloor heating through which is controlled by individual thermostats via an external air source heat pump.
EXTERNAL This final remaining property is sat within approx 1 acres of land (sts) which wraps itself from the rear of the property round to the side and front of the bungalow.
Externally the bungalow has parking for an array of vehicles along with a garage that has an electric door and gated side access.
The property also comes with external lighting and water tap to the rear and its very own private EV charging point to the side of the property and patio area to the rear of the bungalow.
Within the rear garden the most notable feature is the rebuilt and fully functioning water well.
The private drive serves all three new build bungalows at the rear and its ownership and maintenance will be split evenly between the three properties.
KITCHEN/BREAKFAST ROOM 17' 7" x 12' 11" (5.36m x 3.94m) UTILITY ROOM SITTING ROOM 19' 5" x 12' 11" (5.92m x 3.94m) MASTER BEDROOM 17' 7" x 14' 2" (5.36m x 4.32m) ENSUITE BEDROOM 14' 8" x 12' 3" (4.47m x 3.73m) BEDROOM 14' 8" x 9' 7" (4.47m x 2.92m) BATHROOM LOCATION The Paddocks sit just on the outskirts of Ardleigh village and on the fringes of the A12 it can be located using the postcode CO7 7QH.
AGENTS NOTE DISCLAIMER: The internal photos used are of another plot on the development and are being used as an example of finishings.
TENURE: Freehold SERVICES: Mains water and electricity are connected. Private domestic plant treatment drainage. Air Source heat pump. NOTE: None of these services have been tested by the agent.
EPC RATING: B. A copy of the energy performance certificate is available on request. VIEWING: Strictly by prior appointment only through DAVID BURR. .
Value & comps
No previous sales on record.
Returns
Set an offer; the calculator follows it.
We're still gathering serviced-accommodation data for this area.
Archie refurb estimate: a Pro feature
0.0% below asking
This is not financial or investment advice. Prop AI Deals is not authorised by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) to provide investment advice.
All investment calculators, property analyses, and AI-generated insights are for informational purposes only. Property investment carries risk and may result in financial loss. All calculations should be independently verified and you should consult with FCA-authorised financial advisers before making any investment decisions.
Past performance does not guarantee future results. Tax implications vary by individual circumstances.
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.
Detached + large garden = sub-division play. Pro tier unlocks the tier badge, plot size, uplift estimate, and regional land benchmark.
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.
See projected short-stay revenue vs a vanilla BTL for this property.
See real sub-let margins (HMO room rates & SA nightly rates) vs the landlord rent.
Area
Agent & docs

FAQ
About Ardleigh, Colchester, Essex
Explore nearby