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Holmes Lane, Dunholme

East Midlands

£170,000

Listed on 31/10/2026

The listing

Property details

Bedrooms
3
Type
Detached
Area
1023 sqft

Features

  • Garage
  • Garden
  • Parking

Description

This three-bedroom detached home, set along a tranquil private lane in Dunholme, presents an exceptional opportunity for buyers seeking both peace and potential. The property is positioned away from the main road, offering a substantial driveway and a detached garage, all while enjoying serene views that enhance the property's secluded ambiance. Inside, this residence features a conventional layout with three bedrooms that provide considerable flexibility for family dynamics or remote work setups. Currently in need of modernisation, this home serves as a blank canvas—ideal for those looking to increase its value through renovation. Homeowners can consider reconfiguring the space, introducing more natural light, or updating amenities to match contemporary tastes. Additionally, there is scope for improvement or possible extensions (subject to planning permissions), representing an inviting prospect for creative minds. Located in the desirable village of Dunholme, close to local shops and schools with convenient access to Lincoln city centre, this no onward chain property stands as a rare find in today's market.

WHOTS analysis

Our WHOTS verdict

An internal assessment of the opportunity to acquire, improve and create value.

77out of 100
Grade BGood opportunity

Confidence: MEDIUM

At £170,000, this detached three-bedroom home is priced well below the local average per square foot, making it an attractive opportunity to acquire a sizeable project in Dunholme. Its quiet private-lane setting, open outlook, driveway, garden and detached outbuilding give it appealing foundations beyond the house itself.

The interiors are dated but appear generally usable, so this is a medium-scale opportunity to refresh the finishes and make the kitchen and bathroom your own. There is also stated scope to improve or extend, subject to planning, though feasibility needs to be established.

Key opportunities

  • The asking price is 34% below the local average per square foot, creating an opportunity to acquire at a notably favourable level.
  • Refresh the dated décor and flooring across the photographed living spaces and bedrooms to give the home a more contemporary feel.
  • Update the dated kitchen and bathroom, and make the most of the garden, driveway and detached outbuilding.

Key risks

  • The driveway shows wear, and the condition of the detached outbuilding needs closer inspection.
  • Any improvement or extension plans are subject to planning, and their feasibility is not established.

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Map

Location

Holmes Lane, Dunholme
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Transport

Nearest stations

  • Lincoln Central Rail Station

    6.1 miles

    Train · Lincoln

  • Market Rasen Rail Station

    7.7 miles

    Train · Market Rasen

  • Saxilby Rail Station

    8.6 miles

    Train · Saxilby

  • Hykeham Rail Station

    9.3 miles

    Train · North Hykeham

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Finance

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Current average 2-year fixed rate is 4.45%

Current average variable rate is 6.60%

Monthly Repayments
£642
Based on a loan of £127,500 over 30 years at 4.45% interest

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Pricing

Price history

-38.2% since listed
£170,000£60,000(-26.1%)
30/10/2026
Current price
£230,000£10,000(-4.2%)
20/08/2026
£240,000£10,000(-4.0%)
22/04/2026
£250,000£25,000(-9.1%)
28/01/2026
£275,000Initial listing
04/01/2026

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