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High Street, Hempstead, Saffron Walden, Essex, CB10

East of England

£485,000

Listed on 15/09/2026

The listing

Property details

Bedrooms
3
Type
Detached
Area
1124 sqft

Description

This charming three-bedroom detached period cottage, dating back to before 1900, offers a delightful blend of character and modern living. With well-proportioned and versatile accommodation, this property presents excellent potential for future enhancements. Notably, it is not listed, allowing for greater flexibility in renovations or extensions, pending necessary planning permissions. The ground floor features a welcoming reception room, an additional snug or study ideal for remote work, and a spacious kitchen/breakfast room perfect for dining. Upstairs, you will find three generously sized bedrooms along with a family bathroom and useful eaves storage. Set on a good-sized plot, the property boasts ample off-street parking at the front and a sizeable rear garden, offering plenty of space for entertaining, children, and gardening enthusiasts. There is also potential for further improvements or enlargements, subject to planning. Located in the desirable rural village of Hempstead, the property is just a short distance from Saffron Walden, providing a peaceful atmosphere while remaining convenient to the town's excellent schools, shops, and amenities. The location is well-connected to Cambridge and the M11, with nearby Audley End railway station offering regular services to Cambridge and London Liverpool Street. This makes it an excellent choice for commuters. Overall, this characterful and versatile detached cottage offers genuine bedroom space, excellent outdoor areas, parking, and exciting potential for the future—all within easy reach of Saffron Walden and Cambridge.

WHOTS analysis

Our WHOTS verdict

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

38out of 100
Grade ELow opportunity

Confidence: LOW

This three-bedroom detached period cottage offers a blend of character and charm, making it a noteworthy option within the desirable village of Hempstead. The property features versatile living spaces, including a spacious kitchen/breakfast room and a welcoming reception area, ideal for both relaxation and entertaining. With a good-sized garden and ample off-street parking, there's plenty of outside space for families and keen gardeners alike.

While the asking price of £485,000 translates to £431/sqf, which is just above the local average of £420/sqf, this listing provides an appealing entry point for a project that allows for future improvements or extensions, subject to planning permissions. Although the renovation economics are unclear due to missing data, the strong fundamentals and good location add value. This cottage is a canvas for someone looking to enhance its existing charm and create an even more inviting home.

Key opportunities

  • Character features throughout the property that can be preserved and enhanced.
  • Good-sized garden providing ample space for outdoor improvements or landscaping.
  • Versatile living spaces offer flexibility for modern living and potential reconfiguration.

Key risks

None recorded.

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High Street, Hempstead, Saffron Walden, Essex, CB10
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Current average 2-year fixed rate is 4.45%

Current average variable rate is 6.60%

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£1,832
Based on a loan of £363,750 over 30 years at 4.45% interest

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