2-bedroom flat · G52 2DE
Under offerListed 62 days
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About
Attractive 2 Bedroom Apartment with Outstanding Potential An exceptional opportunity to acquire a spacious two-bedroom apartment within the ever-popular Cardonald district of Glasgow.
Offering excellent accommodation, double glazing, and a private balcony, this property presents an ideal purchase for a wide range of buyers including first-time buyers, buy-to-let investors, developers, and purchasers with trade or DIY skills looking to add value.
The property would benefit from a degree of modernisation, and this has been fully reflected in the asking price, creating an outstanding opportunity to secure a genuine bargain in a highly sought-after location.
With relatively modest internal upgrading, purchasers have the potential to significantly enhance both the property's value and future resale prospects.
Property Highlights Well-proportioned 2 bedroom apartment Bright and spacious accommodation throughout Double glazed windows Private balcony Excellent storage provision Fantastic value-for-money purchase Scope for cosmetic upgrading and modernisation Strong potential for capital growth and asset appreciation Ideal for first-time buyers Excellent buy-to-let investment opportunity Perfect for purchasers with renovation or trade skills Investment Potential Properties offering this level of potential at such an attractive price point are becoming increasingly difficult to find.
The apartment provides purchasers with a rare opportunity to undertake straightforward cosmetic improvements and create a home tailored to their own tastes while adding substantial value.
For investors, Cardonald continues to benefit from a strong and resilient rental market, driven by excellent transport links, proximity to major employers, educational institutions, and easy access to Glasgow City Centre.
Well-presented two-bedroom properties in the area remain consistently popular with tenants seeking quality accommodation in a convenient location.
Location Berryknowes Road enjoys a superb position within Cardonald, one of Glasgow's most popular residential districts.
Residents benefit from a wide variety of local amenities including: Tesco Extra Braehead Braehead Shopping Centre Silverburn Shopping Centre Local supermarkets and convenience stores Cafés, restaurants, bars and takeaways GP surgeries, pharmacies and healthcare facilities Leisure and fitness centres Bellahouston Park Pollok Country Park Local primary and secondary schools Transport Links The area is exceptionally well connected for commuters.
Cardonald Railway Station nearby providing direct services to Glasgow Central Station. Frequent local bus services operating along Berryknowes Road and Paisley Road West.
Excellent access to the M8 motorway network. Convenient links to the Clyde Tunnel and Glasgow's West End. Glasgow City Centre reachable within a short journey by car, rail or bus.
Universities and Colleges The property's location is particularly attractive for students, academic staff and rental investors, with easy access to: University of Glasgow Glasgow Caledonian University University of Strathclyde City of Glasgow College Glasgow Clyde College West College Scotland Summary 196 Berryknowes Road represents a superb opportunity to secure a generously proportioned two-bedroom apartment in a highly convenient location at an attractive price point.
Requiring modernisation but offering tremendous upside potential, this property is perfectly suited to buyers looking to create equity, investors seeking strong rental demand, or first-time buyers wanting to put their own stamp on a home.
Rarely do opportunities with such clear value-add potential come to market. Early viewing is highly recommended. This is truly one not to be missed.
Value & comps
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