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Kensington Gardens, Ilkeston, Derbyshire, DE7

East Midlands

£180,000Guide Price

Listed on 23/07/2026

The listing

Property details

Bedrooms
3
Type
Detached
Area
1042 sqft

Features

  • Garage
  • Garden
  • Parking

Description

This three-bedroom detached house in Ilkeston, Derbyshire offers a promising renovation opportunity for those looking to invest in a property with potential. The accommodating layout includes a light-filled reception room and a kitchen that overlooks the spacious garden, giving buyers ample room to reconfigure or modernize the space according to their vision. The first floor comprises two generously sized double bedrooms and a single bedroom, alongside a family bathroom featuring original fixtures. Outside, the property includes a garden ideal for landscaping enhancements, as well as off-street parking and a single garage that could be transformed for additional utility or storage. Located conveniently within reach of local amenities, schools, and park spaces such as Victoria Park, this home is well-suited for families and investors alike. Its proximity to Ilkeston railway station allows for easy commuting to Nottingham and Sheffield, making it an appealing choice for those working in these areas. Given its current condition and the necessary updates required, this property presents an excellent canvas for creative renovation efforts.

WHOTS analysis

Our WHOTS verdict

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

73out of 100
Grade BGood opportunity

Confidence: MEDIUM

This detached three-bedroom house in Ilkeston has a clear medium-scale renovation canvas: the living areas and bedrooms are usable but dated, while the kitchen, bathroom and overgrown garden offer scope to refresh and make the home your own. The garage, parking and garden add useful features, and no obvious major structural defect is visible in the photos.

At a £180,000 auction guide, it is priced at about £173 per sq ft, around 26% below the local average—a strong opportunity to acquire below the area’s typical £/sq ft. That comparison is against the guide only: bidding can take the hammer price above it, so the eventual price may not stay this cheap.

Key opportunities

  • Refresh the dated décor and flooring across the usable living areas and bedrooms.
  • Update the old-fashioned kitchen and bathroom finishes to suit your specification.
  • Tackle the overgrown garden and make better use of the outdoor space.

Key risks

None recorded.

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Location

Kensington Gardens, Ilkeston, Derbyshire, DE7
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Transport

Nearest stations

  • Ilkeston Rail Station

    1.0 miles

    Train · Ilkeston

  • Toton Lane Tram Stop

    3.7 miles

    Tram · Toton

  • Inham Road Tram Stop

    3.8 miles

    Tram · Chilwell

  • Langley Mill Rail Station

    3.8 miles

    Train · Langley Mill

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Current average 2-year fixed rate is 5.13%

Current average variable rate is 6.58%

Monthly Repayments
£735
Based on a loan of £135,000 over 30 years at 5.13% interest

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