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Borrowdale Road, Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA28

North East

£120,000

Listed on 08/09/2026

The listing

Property details

Bedrooms
3
Type
Semi Detached

Description

This three-bedroom semi-detached house presents a promising opportunity for those eager to infuse their personal style into a home. Set on a generous plot and offered with no onward chain, the property requires modernisation throughout, making it an ideal project for first-time buyers or growing families. The spacious living and dining area is a standout feature, benefitting from dual aspect windows that bathe the room in natural light, complemented by a wall-mounted gas fireplace. The kitchen, equipped with ample storage and worktop space, provides direct access to the rear garden, enhancing its functionality. On the first floor, you'll find three well-proportioned bedrooms, including two generous doubles, alongside a family shower room and a separate WC for added convenience. A ground floor shower room further enhances the practicality of this home. Externally, the property boasts enclosed front and rear gardens. The tiered rear garden features a patio area and a sweeping lawn, perfect for outdoor entertaining. Additionally, a detached garage with power and lighting offers secure parking or excellent workshop potential, while the driveway accommodates parking for at least two vehicles. Conveniently located near local amenities, schools, and transport links, this property offers significant potential to modernise and personalise, all while enjoying the benefits of no onward chain.

WHOTS analysis

Our WHOTS verdict

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

54out of 100
Grade DWeak opportunity

Confidence: LOW

This three-bedroom semi-detached house presents an exciting opportunity for those looking to create their ideal home. Priced at £120,000, which is below the local average, it offers a generous plot and the potential for significant transformation with a renovation budget of £40,000 to £80,000. The spacious living/dining area, filled with natural light, is a particular highlight, and the property features a ground floor shower room as well as a detached garage, adding to its appeal.

While the interiors are dated and require modernisation throughout, this provides a blank canvas for buyers to implement their vision. The garden space, although average, offers room for outdoor entertaining, and with no onward chain, this house could be a rewarding project for first-time buyers or families looking to make their mark. Overall, this listing represents a modest opportunity with solid fundamentals in a reasonable location, perfect for those willing to invest in some updates.

Key opportunities

  • Spacious living/dining area with dual aspect windows for natural light.
  • Generous plot size with a detached garage, offering secure parking and workshop potential.
  • No onward chain, facilitating a quicker move for interested buyers.

Key risks

  • Requires extensive refurbishment throughout.

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Borrowdale Road, Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA28
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