Lansdowne Road, Torquay
South West
£380,000Guide Price
Listed on 30/07/2026
Listed on 30/07/2026
The listing
Property details
Bedrooms
8Type
Semi DetachedArea
2481 sqftFeatures
- Garage
- Garden
- HMO
- Parking
Description
This extensive licensed HMO offers a fantastic investment opportunity in the heart of Torquay. Comprising 8 to 10 bedrooms, this property is designed to maximize rental income with its versatile layout that includes communal spaces, kitchen facilities, and several bathrooms. The ample outdoor areas are complemented by a private driveway and garage, both of which present options for additional development subject to permissions. Located near the town center and popular amenities, this property attracts consistent tenant interest, making it an appealing choice for investors looking to grow their portfolios. With the potential to further enhance returns through strategic renovations or updates, this HMO is well-positioned for sustained rental demand.
WHOTS analysis
Our WHOTS verdict
An internal assessment of the opportunity to acquire, improve and create value.
74out of 100
Grade BGood opportunity
Confidence: MEDIUM
At a guide price of £380,000, this substantial licensed HMO is offered at about £153/sqf, well below the local average of £284/sqf—a compelling entry point for a buyer looking to improve a large property. It has eight bedrooms, a driveway, garage and usable garden, with scope to refresh the dated interiors and make better use of the space. As this is a Modern Method of Auction, bidding can take the hammer above the guide, so the eventual price may not stay this cheap.
This is a heavy project rather than a cosmetic update: several rooms are cluttered and worn, the kitchen and photographed bathrooms are dated, and the exterior finishes and garden need attention. The licensed HMO status and substantial accommodation give the work a clear investment context, but the extent of any underlying repairs to the exterior should be investigated.
Key opportunities
- Rework and modernise the substantial eight-bedroom HMO, improving the dated kitchen, bathrooms and worn finishes while making the most of its communal areas.
- Improve the overgrown garden, tired paving and outbuildings to make better use of the outdoor space; the driveway and garage add practical appeal.
- Acquire at a guide price well below the local average per square foot, with the licensed HMO status providing a clear starting point for an investor.
Key risks
- Cluttered, worn interiors across several rooms, dated fittings and deteriorated external finishes make this a heavy, multi-area programme; allow time and budget for a full overhaul rather than a cosmetic refresh.
- The cause and extent of the peeling and patchy exterior finishes need investigation; the roof coverings cannot be assessed in detail from the photographs.
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Transport
Nearest stations
Torre Rail Station
0.3 miles
Train · Torre
Torquay Rail Station
0.6 miles
Train · Torquay
Paignton Rail Station
2.6 miles
Train · Paignton
Newton Abbot Rail Station
4.8 miles
Train · Newton Abbot
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