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1 View Place, Tain

Scotland

£150,000

Listed on 10/09/2026

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Property details

Bedrooms
4
Type
End Of Terrace
Area
1550 sqft

Description

This semi-detached house presents a unique opportunity for those looking to invest in a property with character and potential. Located on Tain High Street, this spacious home, built around 1900, is spread over three floors and offers generous accommodation suitable for both families and investors. The welcoming hallway leads to a large lounge, which features attractive beams and triple-aspect windows, allowing natural light to fill the space. The kitchen is well-sized, equipped with wall and base units, and offers ample room for dining, making it a practical area for family gatherings. The first floor includes two well-proportioned bedrooms alongside a family bathroom, while the second floor features an additional two bedrooms, providing flexibility for various living arrangements. The property is fitted with electric storage heating and double glazing throughout. Externally, the rear garden is shared among three properties, but there is potential to create private garden spaces, subject to necessary consents. Tain is rich in history and offers a picturesque setting in the Highlands. The town boasts a variety of local amenities, including shops, cafes, and schools, along with convenient transport links via its railway station and the A9 road. This property not only offers a substantial living space but also the chance to modernise and enhance it into a highly desirable residence.

WHOTS analysis

Our WHOTS verdict

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

64out of 100
Grade CPotential opportunity

Confidence: MEDIUM

This semi-detached house in Tain presents a fantastic opportunity for those looking to invest in a property with significant potential for improvement. Priced at £150,000, the asking figure is notably cheap compared to the local average of £152/sqf, allowing room for creative renovations to enhance value. The spacious layout, complete with characterful features like attractive beams and triple-aspect windows, offers a solid foundation for a modern update.

While the property is dated throughout and requires a significant refurbishment, the overall structure and generous accommodation across three floors provide a canvas for transformation. With a renovation budget estimated between £80,000 and £120,000, the all-in costs appear tight against local benchmarks. However, the location is advantageous, being close to local amenities and the town centre, making this an appealing project for home buyers or investors looking to capitalise on the character and space this home has to offer.

Key opportunities

  • Spacious accommodation across three floors with characterful features.
  • Potential to create a private garden area with necessary consents.
  • Good layout for modernisation, catering to families and home working.

Key risks

  • All-in costs may be tight against local benchmarks.

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Current average variable rate is 6.60%

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£567
Based on a loan of £112,500 over 30 years at 4.45% interest

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