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Elspeth Road, London

London

£765,000

Listed on 22/08/2026

The listing

Property details

Bedrooms
5
Type
Terraced

Description

This freehold mid-terrace house in Battersea offers a unique investment opportunity, arranged as two self-contained flats with full vacant possession. Ideal for those looking to reconfigure into a single-family home or develop further, the property spans three floors and includes a variety of living accommodations. Flat A, located on the ground floor, features one bedroom, a reception room, kitchen, bathroom/WC, conservatory, and cellar. Meanwhile, Flat B occupies the first and second floors with three bedrooms, a reception room, kitchen, and bathroom/WC. Located on Elspeth Road within a residential area of Battersea, this property benefits from excellent public transport links including Clapham Junction railway station and local bus services. The surrounding area is rich with amenities ranging from shops and cafés along Battersea Rise to recreational spaces such as Clapham Common. The potential for reconfiguration into one family dwelling remains subject to planning permission. Viewing opportunities are available at specified times leading up to auction day on 10 September 2026.

WHOTS analysis

Our WHOTS verdict

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

42out of 100
Grade ELow opportunity

Confidence: LOW

This terraced house on Elspeth Road presents an intriguing opportunity with its configuration as two self-contained flats, offering potential for conversion into a single family home or other designs, subject to planning permissions. The property boasts five bedrooms across two levels, providing ample space for improvement or resale, although the current layout may require significant renovation to meet modern standards.

However, the asking price of £765,000 raises concerns about value, especially since the exact floor area is unknown and cannot be used to assess the price per square foot against local averages. While the local market shows reasonable liquidity, the lack of detailed renovation economics and visual assessments diminishes the confidence in this investment. The overall score reflects these uncertainties, particularly in the areas of price and economic viability, which could make this property feel more stretched than it appears at first glance.

Despite these challenges, the property's location in Battersea, with access to transport links and local amenities, remains a positive aspect. The potential for reconfiguration and the spacious layout could appeal to those willing to invest time and resources into a renovation project.

Key opportunities

  • Spacious layout with five bedrooms across two flats, ideal for conversion into a family home or rental investment.
  • Located in a desirable area of Battersea with good transport links and local amenities.

Key risks

  • Unknown floor area limits the ability to assess true value and economics.
  • Insufficient renovation details and costs may lead to unexpected expenses.

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£2,890
Based on a loan of £573,750 over 30 years at 4.45% interest

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