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Brick Street, ALVERTHORPE, Wakefield WF2 9LX

Yorkshire

£110,000

Listed on 22/08/2026

The listing

Property details

Bedrooms
2
Type
End Of Terrace
Area
775 sqft

Description

This two-bedroom semi-detached house presents a significant opportunity for renovation and investment. Located in a popular area of Wakefield, this property is currently offered with vacant possession and requires modernisation, making it ideal for those looking to create their own space or add value. Upon entering, you are greeted by a spacious lounge featuring a charming fireplace surround, leading to an inner hallway with stairs ascending to the first floor. The dining kitchen is generously sized and features essential fittings including base units and plumbing for an automatic washing machine, alongside access to a useful basement cellar. The first floor comprises two spacious bedrooms, each benefiting from natural light through PVCu double glazed windows. A well-appointed bathroom includes a three-piece suite with part ceramic wall tiling. Externally, the property boasts a generous rear garden that offers both pebbled patio areas and lawned sections—perfect for outdoor relaxation or potential landscaping improvements. Situated close to local amenities like ALDI and just a short drive from Wakefield City Centre and the M1 motorway, this home offers convenience for daily commuting while also being enveloped in community spirit. With its potential for transformation, this property is not to be missed.

WHOTS analysis

Our WHOTS verdict

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

56out of 100
Grade DWeak opportunity

Confidence: LOW

This two-bedroom semi-detached house presents a decent opportunity for renovation enthusiasts, especially given its spacious layout and generous rear garden. However, the property requires modernization, and the overall asking price of £110,000, significantly below the local average price per square foot, raises questions about its long-term investment viability. With a modest floor area of 775 sq ft, it offers typical resale potential but lacks detailed renovation estimates, which limits the value-add score.

The property features a dining kitchen with access to a useful cellar, and the lounge boasts a feature fireplace, adding charm to its character. The bedrooms are spacious, and the presence of gas central heating and double glazing is a plus. Nonetheless, the lack of detailed visuals and renovation economics makes it challenging to fully assess the potential upside of this property, leading to a lower overall score. For those willing to invest in improvements, there is a wealth of potential here, but caution is advised regarding the financial aspects of this opportunity.

Key opportunities

  • Spacious layout with two good-sized bedrooms and a generous rear garden.
  • Dining kitchen with access to a useful basement cellar for additional storage.

Key risks

  • Insufficient data on renovation costs and potential value post-renovation.
  • Overall asking price raises concerns about long-term investment viability.

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Brick Street, ALVERTHORPE, Wakefield WF2 9LX
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Current average variable rate is 6.60%

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£416
Based on a loan of £82,500 over 30 years at 4.45% interest

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