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Iford Lane, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH6

South East

£460,000

Listed on 31/07/2026

The listing

Property details

Bedrooms
3
Type
Bungalow
Area
1210 sqft

Features

  • Garage
  • Garden

Description

This property sits on an elevated plot with attractive views over Southbourne Tennis Club and the nearby greenery of Iford Meadows, presenting a valuable opportunity for those interested in renovation. While the home requires modernisation throughout, it provides a solid foundation for creating a living space tailored to personal preferences. The ground floor comprises a master bedroom and living room that overlook the front gardens, along with a second bedroom, shower room, and separate toilet positioned at the rear. The kitchen connects to a sunroom that leads to the south-west facing rear gardens, which boast established flower beds and a pergola-covered seating area. The first floor features another bedroom with impressive views and a large storage area. Though double glazing is present in most rooms, as well as gas central heating powered by a relatively modern Vaillant boiler, updating is essential to unlock its full potential. A garage located at the rear offers additional functionality and could be replaced or enhanced to provide extra parking (subject to planning permission). Overall, this property has significant potential for improvement and reconfiguration, making it an exciting investment prospect. Viewing is highly recommended to appreciate what this home has to offer.

WHOTS analysis

Our WHOTS verdict

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

69out of 100
Grade CPotential opportunity

Confidence: MEDIUM

At £460,000, this detached house is priced below the local average at £380/sqf versus £431/sqf, making the asking price a clear acquisition opportunity. The dated but usable interiors offer a light, manageable refresh to shape the home to your taste, while the elevated outlook over Southbourne Tennis Club and towards Iford Meadows, plus the established south-westerly garden, give the project a distinctive setting.

There is scope to explore reconfiguration or extension subject to planning, and the listing notes that the rear garage would benefit from replacement, with potential for parking or a new garage/workshop subject to planning. These possibilities are not established as feasible, but add options to consider alongside the straightforward cosmetic improvements.

Key opportunities

  • Refresh the dated finishes and flooring across the photographed, usable interiors to create a more contemporary home.
  • Make the most of the established garden, pergola seating and south-westerly aspect with modest lawn and paving improvements.
  • Explore replacement of the aged rear garage and possible parking, workshop or home reconfiguration options, subject to planning.

Key risks

None recorded.

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Map

Location

Iford Lane, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH6
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Transport

Nearest stations

  • Christchurch Rail Station

    0.6 miles

    Train · Christchurch

  • Pokesdown Rail Station

    1.3 miles

    Train · Pokesdown

  • Bournemouth Rail Station

    3.0 miles

    Train · Bournemouth

  • Hinton Admiral Rail Station

    3.8 miles

    Train · Hinton

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Finance

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Current average 2-year fixed rate is 5.13%

Current average variable rate is 6.58%

Monthly Repayments
£1,880
Based on a loan of £345,000 over 30 years at 5.13% interest

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Pricing

Price history

-8.0% since listed
£460,000£40,000(-8.0%)
08/10/2026
Current price
£500,000Initial listing
01/08/2026

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