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Scraptoft Lane, Leicester, LE5

East Midlands

£375,000

Listed on 02/09/2026

The listing

Property details

Bedrooms
3
Type
Semi Detached

Description

This three-bedroom semi-detached house is situated on the desirable Scraptoft Lane, offering convenient access to local amenities and excellent transport links to the City Centre. The property features an inviting entrance hallway that leads into a spacious through lounge, complete with a bay window and French doors that open onto the rear garden. The kitchen is equipped with modern wall and base units, a gas hob, and plumbing for a washing machine, making it functional for everyday living. Upstairs, you'll find three well-proportioned bedrooms, each benefiting from natural light through double-glazed windows. The family bathroom is fitted with essential amenities, including a bathtub with an overhead shower. Outside, the property boasts a paved driveway accommodating up to four vehicles and a generous rear garden, primarily laid to lawn. There is potential for further development to the side and rear, subject to planning permission. Offered with no chain, this property presents a great opportunity for both families and investors alike.

WHOTS analysis

Our WHOTS verdict

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27out of 100
Grade ELow opportunity

Confidence: LOW

This three-bedroom semi-detached house on Scraptoft Lane presents a potential project in a desirable location, with good transport links and local amenities nearby. The property features a spacious rear garden and a paved driveway accommodating up to four vehicles, enhancing its appeal for families or those needing extra parking.

While the asking price of £375,000 appears higher compared to the local average, the property itself is in generally good condition throughout, with well-maintained living areas, bedrooms, and a functional kitchen and bathroom. This offers a solid base for anyone looking to invest in a home they can further enhance or expand, particularly with opportunities for extensions (subject to planning permission). Although the overall market conditions show some volatility, the property's strengths in location and space could make it a worthwhile endeavor for the right buyer.

Key opportunities

  • Spacious rear garden with potential for extension (subject to planning permission)
  • Good transport links and local amenities nearby
  • Well-maintained interiors providing a solid base for further enhancements

Key risks

  • Asking price appears dear compared to local averages
  • Market volatility noted in price history

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Scraptoft Lane, Leicester, LE5
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Current average 2-year fixed rate is 4.45%

Current average variable rate is 6.60%

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£1,417
Based on a loan of £281,250 over 30 years at 4.45% interest

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