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Chequers Close, Huntingdon

East of England

£140,000

Listed on 17/09/2026

The listing

Property details

Bedrooms
1
Type
End Of Terrace
Area
452 sqft

Description

This one-bedroom end-of-terrace bungalow is situated in a quiet residential area of Fenstanton, offering a well-proportioned living space with significant potential for modernisation. The property features an entrance hallway leading to a spacious lounge/diner that benefits from ample natural light, creating a welcoming atmosphere. The separate kitchen is practical, equipped with fitted units and sufficient worktop space for everyday needs. The double bedroom is generously sized and boasts a pleasant outlook, while the bathroom is designed in a wet-room style with accessible fittings. Externally, the bungalow is complemented by an established front garden enclosed by picket fencing, providing a private and inviting approach. As an end-of-terrace property, it also offers additional side space and access. While the accommodation would benefit from some updating, it presents an excellent opportunity for buyers to personalise and modernise the space to their liking. The single-storey layout and spacious lounge/diner make it an appealing choice for those looking to downsize or seeking a manageable home with room for improvement. Located on Chequers Close in the desirable village of Fenstanton, this bungalow is ideal for those interested in single-storey living with ample potential.

WHOTS analysis

Our WHOTS verdict

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

41out of 100
Grade ELow opportunity

Confidence: MEDIUM

This one-bedroom end-of-terrace bungalow offers a solid opportunity for those looking to invest in a property with potential for modernisation. The asking price of £140,000 translates to £310/sqf, which is below the local average of £329/sqf, making it a reasonable entry point for buyers in the area. However, while the price is attractive, the overall renovation economics present a challenge: when factoring in the potential refurb costs ranging from £50,000 to £100,000, all-in expenses could reach around £215,000. This figure is significantly stretched against the implied local average value, indicating that the margin for profit post-renovation could be tight.

The bungalow itself is spacious, featuring a generous lounge/diner that benefits from ample natural light, as well as a practical kitchen and wet-room style bathroom. While the interiors are dated and require updating throughout, this provides a fantastic canvas for new owners to personalise and enhance the space. The garden, although overgrown, also holds potential for those willing to invest some time and effort into it. Overall, while the project may be light in terms of physical risks, the economic feasibility should be carefully considered by prospective buyers.

Key opportunities

  • Spacious lounge/diner with plenty of natural light, ideal for reconfiguration.
  • Potential to enhance the overgrown garden for outdoor enjoyment.
  • Single-storey living offers accessibility and ease of maintenance.

Key risks

  • All-in costs may exceed local benchmarks for this size property, impacting potential returns.

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