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Burlescoombe Road, Thorpe Bay, SS1

East of England

£700,000

Listed on 10/07/2026

The listing

Property details

Bedrooms
3
Type
Detached

Features

  • Garage
  • Garden
  • Parking

Description

This Goldsworthy family home presents a unique opportunity for renovation and investment, situated with picturesque views over Branscombe Square gardens. The property features three bedrooms and four reception rooms, making it ideal for families or those seeking ample living space. The spacious ground floor includes a lounge that opens through French doors to a south-facing garden, perfect for entertaining or future development. While the property is presented to a commendable standard, there are areas ripe for modernisation, particularly in the kitchen and bathrooms where updates could significantly enhance value. The utility room offers convenient access to the garage and off-street parking available for two vehicles at the front. This home is well-placed within the catchment area for Bournes Green Schools and is conveniently located near Thorpe Bay train station and local amenities. Additionally, the extensive garden provides an excellent canvas for landscaping enthusiasts or those considering future extensions. Viewing is encouraged to fully appreciate both the property's current appeal and its potential.

WHOTS analysis

Our WHOTS verdict

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

58out of 100
Grade DWeak opportunity

Confidence: LOW

This detached home has strong fundamentals: four reception spaces, a south-facing established garden with patio and outbuildings, plus a garage and off-street parking. The photographed interiors look maintained, so the project is a light cosmetic refresh rather than a major overhaul; updating the traditional finishes could bring a fresher feel while retaining the generous, usable layout.

At £700,000, value versus local £/sqf cannot yet be judged because the floor area is missing. The D grade reflects that incomplete value and economics picture, rather than an identified defect or an expensive price.

Key opportunities

  • Refresh the traditional decorative finishes and carpets to give the maintained interiors a more current look.
  • Make the most of the four reception spaces, including the family room opening onto the rear patio.
  • Build on the established south-facing garden, with its lawn, patio, planted borders, greenhouse and summer house.

Key risks

None recorded.

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Location

Burlescoombe Road, Thorpe Bay, SS1
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Transport

Nearest stations

  • Thorpe Bay Rail Station

    0.2 miles

    Train · Thorpe Bay

  • Southend East Rail Station

    1.3 miles

    Train · Southchurch

  • Shoeburyness Rail Station

    1.6 miles

    Train · Shoeburyness

  • Southend Victoria Rail Station

    2.2 miles

    Train · Southend-on-Sea

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Current average 2-year fixed rate is 5.13%

Current average variable rate is 6.58%

Monthly Repayments
£2,860
Based on a loan of £525,000 over 30 years at 5.13% interest

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