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Marsh Lane, Marston

South East

£525,000

Listed on 07/09/2026

The listing

Property details

Bedrooms
3
Type
Semi Detached
Area
919 sqft

Description

This semi-detached family home is nestled in a desirable residential area, occupying a corner plot that offers potential for further extension, subject to planning permission. The property features an entrance hall that leads into a spacious sitting room, dining room, and kitchen, providing a comfortable living space. On the first floor, you'll find three well-proportioned bedrooms along with a shower room and W.C. The exterior boasts a generous garden to the front that extends to the side, complemented by a driveway and garage. There is also pedestrian access to the rear garden, which includes a storage shed. Located in Marston, this home benefits from a vibrant community atmosphere and is conveniently situated within the Oxford ring road. Local amenities include a variety of shops, food outlets, and filling stations, with additional facilities available in nearby Summertown and Headington. The area offers excellent public transport links and easy access to major roads such as the M40 and A34. Furthermore, it is within walking or cycling distance of several hospitals and renowned schools, including The University of Oxford. This property is offered with no onward chain, presenting an ideal opportunity for those looking to settle in a thriving community while having the potential to enhance their new home.

WHOTS analysis

Our WHOTS verdict

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

35out of 100
Grade ELow opportunity

Confidence: MEDIUM

This semi-detached house in Marston is set on a corner plot and offers a good location with growth potential, but the current asking price of £525,000 feels a bit steep at £571/sqf, which is 16.8% above the local average of £489/sqf. While the property requires extensive refurbishment, with a renovation range estimated between £100,000 and £150,000, the all-in costs of around £650,000 stretch the budget against local benchmarks for similar floor areas, implying a significant negative margin compared to the average value of properties in the area.

Despite these challenges, the house has ample potential for improvement. The dated interiors throughout, including worn carpets and older kitchen cabinetry, present an opportunity for a new owner to modernize the space and add value. The corner plot could also allow for further extension, subject to planning permission, which adds another layer of potential to this project. If approached with the right vision and budget, this property could transform into a desirable family home.

Key opportunities

  • Extensive refurbishment potential to modernize dated interiors and improve overall appeal.
  • The corner plot allows for the possibility of further extension, subject to planning permission.

Key risks

  • The all-in costs of approximately £650,000 are stretched compared to local value benchmarks, which may impact the feasibility of the renovation project.

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Current average variable rate is 6.60%

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£1,983
Based on a loan of £393,750 over 30 years at 4.45% interest

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