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Albany Road, West Bergholt, Colchester, Essex, CO6

East of England

£550,000

Listed on 08/09/2026

The listing

Property details

Bedrooms
4
Type
Detached
Area
1685 sqft

Description

This substantial four-bedroom detached house, located in the desirable village of West Bergholt, presents an excellent opportunity for those looking to modernise and refurbish a property to their own specifications. The home is offered for sale with no onward chain, making it an attractive option for buyers eager to settle in this sought-after area. The accommodation features a spacious entrance hall leading to a generous lounge with access to the rear garden, a separate dining room, and an additional reception room. The kitchen also provides direct access to the garden, enhancing the potential for outdoor entertaining. On the first floor, you will find four spacious bedrooms, including a principal bedroom with an en-suite shower room, along with a family bathroom. Externally, the property boasts a mature rear garden predominantly laid to lawn, complemented by well-established borders. The front garden offers ample off-road parking and access to a double garage. This property is ideal for families seeking space and potential in a lovely village setting, with convenient access to local amenities and transport links.

WHOTS analysis

Our WHOTS verdict

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

57out of 100
Grade DWeak opportunity

Confidence: MEDIUM

This substantial four-bedroom detached house in West Bergholt presents a compelling opportunity for buyers looking to create their dream home. Priced at £550,000, the property is notably cheap compared to the local average of £363/sqf, making it an attractive acquisition with potential for value enhancement. While the interior is dated and requires significant refurbishment throughout, this allows for a personal touch in transforming the space to suit your preferences.

The generous size of the home, along with its good location, makes it ideal for family living. The property features a spacious lounge, separate dining room, and four sizable bedrooms, including one with an en-suite. The garden is a bonus, offering outdoor space in a sought-after area. With a renovation range of £50,000 to £100,000, there is plenty of scope to modernize and add value. However, potential structural issues should be noted, making it essential to assess the property thoroughly before proceeding.

Key opportunities

  • Substantial size for family living with four spacious bedrooms
  • Opportunity to modernize and create a home to your own specification
  • Generous garden space for outdoor activities and landscaping

Key risks

  • Potential structural issues that may need addressing

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Albany Road, West Bergholt, Colchester, Essex, CO6
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Current average variable rate is 6.60%

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£2,078
Based on a loan of £412,500 over 30 years at 4.45% interest

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