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Thornvale, Wigan, Greater Manchester

Yorkshire

£179,000

Listed on 16/09/2026

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Property details

Bedrooms
3
Type
Semi Detached
Area
713 sqft

Description

This three-bedroom semi-detached house presents a fantastic opportunity for those looking to add their personal touch. The property features spacious living and dining areas, complemented by a generous enclosed rear garden and ample off-road parking. Located conveniently for local amenities, schools, and transport links, this home is well-positioned for family life. The ground floor welcomes you through an entrance hall into a sizable living room, where a decorative fireplace serves as a charming focal point. The wood-effect flooring flows seamlessly into the adjoining dining area, enhancing the sociable atmosphere. Direct access to the rear garden from the dining room makes it ideal for family gatherings and summer entertaining. At the rear, the fitted kitchen offers a range of wall and base units, work surfaces, tiled splashbacks, and space for appliances. A rear-facing window provides a pleasant view of the garden, while a wall-mounted boiler is conveniently located within the room. Upstairs, the three bedrooms provide flexibility for various needs, whether for families, couples, or those requiring a home office. The principal bedroom is particularly spacious and benefits from fitted wardrobes. The second bedroom is also comfortable, while the third can serve as a child's room or study. Completing this level is the family bathroom, which includes a bath with shower screen, wash basin, and WC. Outside, the property shines with its substantial block-paved driveway offering valuable off-road parking. Gated side access leads to the rear, where the enclosed garden is mainly laid to lawn with paved areas and established planting. There is significant potential for landscaping to suit individual preferences. Situated in the Abram area of Wigan, this home is close to everyday shops and services across Abram and Platt Bridge. Families have access to local schools, including St John's Church of England Primary School and Holy Family Catholic Academy. The surrounding area features plenty of green spaces such as Low Hall Local Nature Reserve and Amberswood Common, ideal for outdoor enthusiasts. With good road connections via Warrington Road and nearby rail services from Hindley and Ince, this property offers practical access to both local amenities and wider transport networks. Overall, this home provides ample potential for personalization and practical outdoor space.

WHOTS analysis

Our WHOTS verdict

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

30out of 100
Grade ELow opportunity

Confidence: MEDIUM

This three-bedroom semi-detached home in Abram features spacious living areas and a good-sized garden, but it does present challenges in terms of price and renovation economics. The asking price of £179,000 equates to £251/sqf, which is significantly above the local average of £207/sqf, making it a dear investment for the area. Furthermore, with an estimated renovation budget of £30,000, the all-in cost of approximately £209,000 is stretched compared to the implied current local average value of £147,734. This leaves little room for a profitable margin, particularly when considering additional costs like stamp duty and fees.

Despite these concerns, the property offers excellent potential for personalisation. The generous living and dining areas provide a blank canvas for updates, while the good-sized garden and ample off-road parking are additional assets that can enhance the overall appeal. For buyers willing to undertake the necessary upgrades, this property can be transformed into a comfortable and modern family home.

Key opportunities

  • Spacious living and dining areas create an inviting environment for family life and entertaining.
  • The good-sized rear garden offers ample scope for landscaping and personalisation.
  • Ample off-road parking is a valuable asset in this area.

Key risks

  • The asking price is above local £/sqf averages, which may limit future value appreciation.
  • Factor in roughly £209,000 all-in — £30,000 of works on top of the asking price, leaving a gap of around 29% versus area norms for this sqft — current-condition benchmarks only, not after-works GDV.

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Based on a loan of £134,250 over 30 years at 4.45% interest

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