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Barker Lane, Mellor, Blackburn, Lancashire, BB2

West Midlands

£395,000

Listed on 10/09/2026

The listing

Property details

Bedrooms
3
Type
Detached Bungalow
Area
1336 sqft

Description

This three-bedroom detached bungalow presents a unique opportunity for buyers looking to create a home tailored to their own specifications. Although the property requires comprehensive renovation, it boasts a generous footprint and expansive gardens, offering significant potential for enhancement and value addition. Set within a desirable location on Barker Lane in Mellor, the property is conveniently close to local amenities, reputable schools, and excellent transport links to Blackburn and the Ribble Valley. The bungalow is approached via a gated driveway, providing ample off-road parking for multiple vehicles. Its elevated position features steps leading up to the front entrance, which opens into a welcoming porch and central hallway. The living room, located at the front of the property, is spacious and filled with natural light, seamlessly connecting to the dining area. This space extends to a balcony that capitalizes on the property's elevated views. The kitchen is equipped with light-colored cabinetry and includes an integrated oven and electric hob. The accommodation also comprises three well-proportioned double bedrooms, with two featuring built-in storage solutions. The substantial rear garden is particularly private and offers far-reaching views across the countryside. While landscaping is needed, this outdoor space holds immense potential for creating a personalized garden retreat. With no onward chain, this property is ideal for those eager to invest in a home with considerable scope for improvement.

WHOTS analysis

Our WHOTS verdict

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

34out of 100
Grade ELow opportunity

Confidence: MEDIUM

This three-bedroom detached bungalow offers a generous plot size and an elevated position with views, presenting a significant opportunity for those looking to create a tailored family home. While the property requires extensive renovation, the overall footprint and expansive gardens allow for considerable scope for improvement. The interior is dated, with wear noted throughout the living areas and kitchen, which will require modernization.

However, the asking price of £395,000 is notably above local benchmarks at £296/sqf, compared to the average of £199/sqf. This makes the purchase price dear and the all-in costs, when factoring in the renovation budget of £100,000 to £150,000, considerably stretched against local values for this floor area. This economic factor is a critical consideration for potential buyers, as it poses challenges for value creation post-renovation.

Key opportunities

  • Generous plot size allows for expansive landscaping and outdoor improvements.
  • Elevated position with views enhances the appeal and potential for a stunning outdoor space.
  • Substantial footprint provides ample scope for reconfiguration and modern layout.

Key risks

  • Stripped interiors and a £100,000–£150,000 works budget make this a full-gut programme, not a refresh.
  • Purchase plus works may take you to around £520,000 when purchase and the £125,000 refurb range are added together — roughly 49% above what comparable floor area achieves locally in current condition; post-works value sits outside our data.

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Current average variable rate is 6.60%

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£1,492
Based on a loan of £296,250 over 30 years at 4.45% interest

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