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Marians Drive, Ormskirk, L39

North West

£255,000

Listed on 15/09/2026

The listing

Property details

Bedrooms
3
Type
Semi Detached
Area
1076 sqft

Description

This three-bedroom semi-detached house is situated in a well-established residential area, offering a great opportunity for buyers looking to modernise and enhance their new home. The property occupies a generous plot with a notably large rear garden, making it ideal for families, first-time buyers, or investors seeking a project in a desirable location. Upon entering, you are greeted by a hallway that leads to the main ground floor rooms and provides internal access to the garage, adding convenience and extra storage. The spacious lounge is a highlight, featuring ample natural light and space for various furniture arrangements. Double doors connect the lounge to the separate dining room, creating a flexible layout suitable for both family living and entertaining. The kitchen, located at the rear, presents excellent potential for refurbishment to meet modern living standards. On the first floor, the landing provides access to three well-sized bedrooms, ideal for family accommodation or guest rooms. The family bathroom completes this level. Externally, the property boasts gardens at both the front and rear. The driveway offers off-road parking and leads directly to the garage. The expansive rear garden is particularly appealing, providing an excellent outdoor space for families or gardening enthusiasts, with potential for future extensions or development, subject to planning permissions. While the property requires updating and modernisation throughout, it presents a unique chance for buyers to create a home tailored to their preferences. With generous outdoor space and significant potential, this property is not one to overlook. Early viewing is highly recommended to appreciate the size and possibilities on offer.

WHOTS analysis

Our WHOTS verdict

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50out of 100
Grade DWeak opportunity

Confidence: MEDIUM

This three-bedroom semi-detached house presents a promising project for those looking to add their personal touch. The spacious living areas and large rear garden are standout features, offering ample room for family life and outdoor enjoyment. While the property requires updating throughout, this presents an opportunity for buyers to modernise and create a home tailored to their preferences. The good condition of the living space, garden, and exterior adds a solid foundation for any enhancements.

The asking price of £255,000 is notably cheap at £237/sqf compared to the local average of £258/sqf, making it an attractive entry point for buyers. However, the economics of the project are a concern; combining the purchase price with the estimated renovation costs results in all-in expenses that are stretched against local benchmarks for this area. This could limit potential profit margins, as the combined costs may not align well with the market value post-renovation. Nonetheless, the desirable location and generous plot provide a canvas for significant improvement.

Key opportunities

  • Spacious living areas that can be enhanced through modernisation.
  • Generous rear garden offering outdoor potential for families or gardening enthusiasts.
  • Excellent scope for refurbishment, allowing buyers to tailor the home to their specifications.

Key risks

  • All-in costs may be stretched compared to local benchmarks, impacting potential profit margins.

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Current average variable rate is 6.60%

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£963
Based on a loan of £191,250 over 30 years at 4.45% interest

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