Parr Crescent, Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire, HP2

This is a substantial family-home project with a lot already in place: four double bedrooms, two reception rooms, a maintained garden, garage and driveway. The kitchen and bathroom have dated finishes but appear usable, so the scope looks more like a light cosmetic refresh than a major overhaul; the listing also mentions potential to extend, though no feasibility evidence is provided.

At £490,000, the asking price is slightly above the local £/sqf average, and purchase plus works looks tight against local benchmarks. The generous accommodation and practical outdoor space give it appeal, but the numbers make this a selective project rather than an obvious value buy.