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Finkle Lane Gildersome, Morley, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS27

Yorkshire

£325,000

Listed on 11/09/2026

The listing

Property details

Bedrooms
3
Type
Detached

Description

This detached residence in Gildersome village presents a unique opportunity for those looking to invest in a property with significant renovation potential. The home requires a comprehensive refurbishment and modernisation, making it an ideal blank canvas for creative buyers. With a generous plot size, the property offers spacious and versatile accommodation that could be transformed into a stunning family home. The ground floor features an entrance porch leading to a welcoming hallway, with a large family room at the front that boasts ample natural light from its picture window. The formal dining room at the rear opens onto the extensive garden, providing an excellent space for entertaining. Additionally, there is a flexible workspace that could serve various purposes, such as a home office or studio. The kitchen is spacious and equipped with a range of units, offering further potential for a modern family kitchen layout. Upstairs, three well-proportioned bedrooms await, along with a house bathroom that also requires updating. The exterior of the property is equally impressive, featuring an enclosed front garden and a driveway for off-road parking. The expansive rear garden includes a substantial outbuilding and offers considerable scope for landscaping or further development, subject to planning permissions. This property is competitively priced to reflect the level of refurbishment required, making it an exciting prospect for anyone looking to create their dream home in a desirable location.

WHOTS analysis

Our WHOTS verdict

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

41out of 100
Grade ELow opportunity

Confidence: LOW

This detached house in Gildersome village presents a significant renovation opportunity with its generous plot and spacious accommodation. While the property shows signs of extensive wear, including a dated kitchen and overall dated interiors, it offers a blank canvas for those with vision. The large living spaces and potential for further extensions or landscaping could transform this into a stunning family home.

However, the asking price of £325,000 appears dear compared to the local average sale price of £238,024, making it essential for buyers to assess the potential renovation costs, which range from £100,000 to £200,000. Although the price might initially seem appealing, the lack of usable floor area limits the assessment of value against local £/sqf metrics, indicating a weaker economic signal. Bidders should be prepared for the possibility that competition could drive the final price above the guide.

Key opportunities

  • The spacious layout allows for creative reconfiguration of living spaces, potentially adding value with modern upgrades.
  • The sizable garden provides ample opportunity for landscaping and outdoor enhancements, making it ideal for family living.
  • The additional ground floor workspace offers versatility, allowing for various uses or integration into the main living area.

Key risks

  • Stripped interiors and a £100,000–£200,000 works budget make this a full-gut programme, not a refresh.

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Finkle Lane Gildersome, Morley, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS27
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Current average variable rate is 6.60%

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£1,228
Based on a loan of £243,750 over 30 years at 4.45% interest

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