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Nightingale Road, Guildford, GU1

South East

£650,000

Listed on 04/09/2026

The listing

Property details

Bedrooms
4
Type
Semi Detached
Area
1406 sqft

Description

This semi-detached house offers a substantial opportunity for renovation across its four floors, featuring four bedrooms and a basement. The property is characterized by its period features and ample space, allowing for a comprehensive redesign rather than mere updates. The ground floor presents a traditional layout with two separate reception rooms, each requiring modernization but offering flexibility for future use. The basement, measuring approximately 218 sq ft, enhances the living space and adds to the renovation potential. The kitchen, located at the rear, showcases perimeter units, exposed floorboards, and a prominent brick fireplace surround. An adjoining utility area provides practical space leading to the bathroom at the back of the house. On the upper floors, two bedrooms are located on the first floor, with two additional rooms tucked under the roofline on the second floor, offering scenic views of Stoke Park. Both the existing ground floor bathroom and an additional shower room need modernizing as part of the overall renovation vision. The outdoor area is enclosed by established brick walls but requires attention, making it an integral part of the refurbishment project. With its prime location near Guildford Town Centre and easy access to local amenities and transport links, this property is ideal for investors or buyers looking for a significant project to transform a period home into something unique.

WHOTS analysis

Our WHOTS verdict

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61out of 100
Grade CPotential opportunity

Confidence: MEDIUM

This semi-detached house presents a notable opportunity for renovation, with a cheap asking price of £650,000 translating to £462/sqf, which is significantly below the local average of £527/sqf. The generous four floors and four bedrooms offer a canvas for creative reconfiguration, allowing future owners to completely rethink the accommodation rather than just refreshing the existing spaces. While the interiors are dated and require extensive work throughout, this gives buyers a chance to craft a home that reflects their vision and needs, potentially adding considerable value.

However, the all-in costs, including a refurb budget of up to £250,000, look tight against local benchmarks, which may limit the potential profit margin post-renovation. This project will demand a full gut renovation rather than simple cosmetic upgrades, especially given the dated kitchen, bathrooms, and worn garden area. With a strategic approach to the layout and finishes, as well as the chance to enhance the garden, this property could transform into a desirable family home in a good location near amenities.

Key opportunities

  • Spacious four floors and four bedrooms allow for creative reconfiguration and modernization.
  • The basement adds extra usable space, enhancing the property's potential.
  • The opportunity to improve the garden area and create an inviting outdoor space.

Key risks

  • Stripped interiors and a £175,000–£250,000 works budget make this a full-gut programme, not a refresh.

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Based on a loan of £487,500 over 30 years at 4.45% interest

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