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St James'

South East

£575,000

Listed on 08/09/2026

The listing

Property details

Bedrooms
3
Type
Semi Detached
Area
933 sqft

Description

Nestled in the desirable St James' Park area, this charming semi-detached home offers a blend of period features and modern potential. The property is set back from the road in a tranquil cul-de-sac, providing a peaceful living environment. The bright and spacious front reception room, enhanced by a large bay window, allows for ample natural light and elevated views. This leads into a generous dining area with attractive hardwood flooring and a large garden-facing window, perfect for family gatherings and entertaining. The kitchen, located at the rear, features a practical layout with sufficient storage and worktop space. While the kitchen is functional, there is scope for updating, allowing new owners to tailor the space to their preferences. Upstairs, the home comprises three well-proportioned bedrooms and a family bathroom. The principal bedroom boasts a bay window, an attractive feature fireplace, and built-in storage. The second bedroom also offers ample space with a garden view and additional storage, while the third bedroom serves as a versatile option for guests or as a home office. There is potential for a loft conversion, subject to planning permissions, which could provide valuable additional accommodation. The rear garden is a delightful private retreat, featuring a neat lawn, mature shrubs, and fruit trees, along with a patio area ideal for outdoor dining. Overall, this characterful home presents an excellent opportunity for improvement and personalization, combining original charm with the potential for modern enhancements in a highly sought-after location.

WHOTS analysis

Our WHOTS verdict

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34out of 100
Grade ELow opportunity

Confidence: LOW

This semi-detached period home in the sought-after St James’ Park area presents a blend of character and potential. While the asking price of £575,000 translates to £616/sqf, significantly above the local average of £465/sqf, the property offers a bright and spacious reception room, a good-sized garden, and an opportunity to modernise the dated kitchen and interiors. The home's charm is evident in its original features, and the elevated position on a quiet cul-de-sac enhances its appeal.

Despite the high price per square foot, the house's potential for improvement is noteworthy. With three bedrooms and the possibility of a loft conversion, a new owner can enhance the living space to suit their needs. While the overall condition shows signs of wear and the interiors need updating throughout, this provides a blank canvas for personalisation. The established garden adds to the outdoor charm, making this property a compelling project for the right buyer willing to invest in renovations.

Key opportunities

  • Potential for loft conversion to increase living space
  • Bright and spacious reception room with character features
  • Established garden with mature planting and outdoor entertaining space

Key risks

None recorded.

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Based on a loan of £431,250 over 30 years at 4.45% interest

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