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Leicester Lane, Desford, Leicester, LE9 9JJ

East Midlands

£230,000

Listed on 29/08/2026

The listing

Property details

Bedrooms
2
Type
Semi Detached
Area
1098 sqft

Features

  • Garden
  • Parking

Description

This two-bedroom semi-detached home in Desford is offered with no onward chain and vacant possession. The accommodation includes a reception hall, two separate living rooms and a kitchen with a central island, fitted storage and space for freestanding appliances. A further seating area adjoins the kitchen, while a conservatory provides an additional reception space with access to the rear garden. There is also a ground-floor WC. Upstairs are two double bedrooms and a family bathroom with an electric shower. The house dates from the 1890s and retains period details, including high ceilings. Outside, a private driveway provides off-road parking for two vehicles. The long rear garden has mature planting, several seating areas, a greenhouse, two sheds and a paved area at the far end. The property offers scope for a buyer to update the interiors and make use of the garden, subject to any necessary permissions.

WHOTS analysis

Our WHOTS verdict

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

76out of 100
Grade BGood opportunity

Confidence: MEDIUM

At £230,000, this Desford semi is priced at £209 per sq ft, around 26% below the local average—a strong entry point for a buyer looking to acquire and add value. The work looks light rather than structural: the interiors are tidy and usable, with older décor and finishes offering scope for a cosmetic refresh while retaining the home’s period character.

The long, established garden is a standout, and the two reception spaces plus conservatory give the house flexibility beyond its two bedrooms. Off-road parking, vacant possession and no onward chain add to the appeal of a straightforward project.

Key opportunities

  • Acquire at a notably below-average local £/sq ft and refresh the décor and flooring to give the interiors a more contemporary feel.
  • Make the most of the long, maintained garden, with established planting, paved seating areas, a greenhouse and sheds; a garden structure may be possible subject to permissions and feasibility.
  • Use the two reception spaces and conservatory to create flexible living, dining or work-from-home areas.

Key risks

None recorded.

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Map

Location

Leicester Lane, Desford, Leicester, LE9 9JJ
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Transport

Nearest stations

  • Narborough Rail Station

    5.2 miles

    Train · Narborough

  • Shenton Rail Station (Battlefield Line)

    5.7 miles

    Metro · Shenton

  • Shackerstone Rail Station (Battlefield Line)

    6.7 miles

    Metro · Shackerstone

  • Leicester Rail Station

    6.8 miles

    Train · Leicester

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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
£940
Based on a loan of £172,500 over 30 years at 5.13% interest

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Pricing

Price history

-8.0% since listed
£230,000£20,000(-8.0%)
23/10/2026
Current price
£250,000Initial listing
30/08/2026

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