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See how verdicts work2-bedroom bungalow · RM17 5NS
Sold STCListed 362 days
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About
Situated in this popular location in Little Thurrock is this two bedroom detached bungalow that offers excellent scope and potential.
Benefiting from spacious entrance hallway, two good size bedrooms and having lounge sitting room and further kitchen diner which is in need of attention and resting on this good size plot with a rear garden of approximately 70ft, leaves us to recommend an early internal inspection.
Entrance approach via double glazed door to SPACIOUS ENTRANCE HALLWAY fitted carpet. Access to loft area. Coved ceiling. BEDROOM ONE 12'3 x 10'5. Double glazed window to front. Fitted carpet.
Coved ceiling. Free standing wardrobe. Power point. BEDROOM TWO 12'4 x 7'1. Double glazed window to side. Fitted carpet. Coved ceiling. Power point. BATHROOM Obscured window to rear.
Comprising of pedestal wash hand basin. Inset bath. Airing cupboard. Fitted carpet. Part tiled walls. SEPARATE W/C Obscured window to rear. Low flushing w/c. Floor covering.
SPACIOUS LOUNGE SITTING ROOM 15' x 10'2. Double glazed door and windows to rear. Inset gas fire. Further windows to flank. Textured ceiling. Fitted carpet. Power point. SMALL SITTING AREA 21' x 4'8.
Double glazed Georgian doors to rear. Tiled flooring. KITCHEN 12'1 x 7'8. Double glazed window and door to side and further double glazed window to rear. In need of some attention.
Inset single drainer sink unit with unit below. Wood panelled walls. Cushioned flooring. Pantry cupboard. Further serving area. Power points. REAR GARDEN Approximately 70ft in depth.
Approached via paved area leading to lawned garden area. Abundance of evergreens and shrubs. Outside tap. Large shed / playroom to the rear of the garden.
To the front of the property there is a garage with up and over door and light and power supplied also housing meter.
The agent has not tested any apparatus, equipment, fixtures, fittings or services so can not verify that they are in working order or fit for their purpose.
The buyer is advised to obtain verification from their solicitor.
Value & comps
No previous sales on record.
Returns
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Archie refurb estimate: a Pro feature
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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.
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About Balfour Road, Little Thurrock, Grays, Essex, RM17
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