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See how verdicts work2-bedroom terraced house · IP14 5RY
Sold STCListed 234 days
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About
SOLD AFTER THE AUCTION Opportunity of mixed use property in need of some updating situated in the centre of the Suffolk village Mendlesham This unique vacant property is situated in Front Street in the centre of the Suffolk village of Mendlesham.
This terraced house blends amongst a street of residential and commercial premises.
Formerly the commercial element has been let to a barbers and still is set up for this purpose, however planning has been sought for the commercial aspect to be removed and returned to full residential use.
Generally in good order this property would benefit from some decoration and heating. This is a great investment property or would make an ideal project for a keen developer to convert to residential.
Ground floor Entrance lobby, retail area, fully fitted kitchen, utility room, garden room First floor Landing, two double bedrooms and shower room Exterior A small utility space with gate leading to access lane at rear Parking There is ample street parking outside Services Note There is no gas in the village and oil would not be suitable as no space available for a tank.
Viewings Viewings are available by appointment Please contact the Norwich Office to book your appointment time Council Tax Band A Tenure: Freehold EPC Rating: D Administration Fee: £1200 inc VAT payable on exchange of contracts.
Buyer's Premium Fee: £960 inc VAT payable on exchange of contracts. Disbursements: Please see the legal pack for any disbursements listed that may become payable by the purchaser on completion.
Value & comps
No previous sales on record.
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Returns
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Archie refurb estimate: a Pro feature
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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.
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About Weavers Cottage, 22a Front Street, Mendlesham, Stowmarket, Suffolk IP14 5RY
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