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1 Blencathra Street, Keswick, CA12

North East

£600,000

Listed on 31/08/2026

The listing

Property details

Bedrooms
6
Type
Detached

Features

  • Garage
  • Parking

Description

This unique property in the heart of Keswick presents an exceptional opportunity for those looking to invest in residential real estate. Comprising three self-contained apartments, each requiring modernisation, this detached house is ready to be transformed into desirable living spaces. The thoughtful layouts of the apartments ensure that residents enjoy comfortable living, with spacious sitting rooms that serve as a welcoming heart of each home. The adjacent kitchen diners promote a sociable atmosphere, perfect for everyday living. Generously sized bedrooms provide the essential breathing space that many buyers seek, complemented by individual bathrooms for each apartment. Outside, the property boasts the added benefit of garages for each unit, a rarity in town centre locations, along with off-road parking to alleviate the common challenge of finding a space. Situated in a prime location, this property is surrounded by the stunning landscapes of the Lake District, with easy access to local amenities including shops, cafés, and the renowned Theatre by the Lake. The appeal of Keswick as a year-round destination enhances the rental potential of these apartments, making this an attractive investment opportunity. Whether seeking to modernise and occupy one unit while letting the others, or developing all three as income-generating homes, the possibilities are vast. Viewing is essential to fully appreciate the potential this property holds.

WHOTS analysis

Our WHOTS verdict

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

49out of 100
Grade ELow opportunity

Confidence: LOW

Three self-contained apartments in Keswick town centre give this property a distinctive project: modernise the dated interiors and you can shape three separate homes, each with its own garage and off-road parking. The stone-faced exterior looks generally intact in the available views, while the photographed rooms offer scope for refreshed finishes, flooring and a kitchen update; the stated renovation range is £12,000–£25,000.

The score is E (49/100), reflecting limited condition scoring and average location scoring rather than a confirmed poor price or weak economics. Floor area is missing, so value against local £/sq ft cannot yet be judged. The three-unit layout and Keswick setting are appealing fundamentals, but the available information is not enough to assess the overall value case.

Key opportunities

  • Modernise three self-contained apartments, with scope to refresh dated finishes and flooring and update the photographed kitchen.
  • Retain the three garages and off-road parking, a notable practical asset for a town-centre property.
  • Make the most of the Keswick town-centre setting, close to shops, cafés, the Theatre by the Lake and access to Derwentwater and nearby trails.

Key risks

None recorded.

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1 Blencathra Street, Keswick, CA12
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Current average variable rate is 6.60%

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£2,267
Based on a loan of £450,000 over 30 years at 4.45% interest

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