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Thorpe Street, Aston Upthorpe, OX11

South East

£650,000

Listed on 17/09/2026

The listing

Property details

Bedrooms
3
Type
Semi Detached
Area
1325 sqft

Description

Nestled in the charming village of Aston Upthorpe, this three-bedroom semi-detached house presents a fantastic opportunity for renovation and investment. The property features a welcoming reception area that leads into a spacious living room, complete with an attractive open fireplace and access to an additional garden room. The well-appointed kitchen/diner is light and airy, equipped with a range cooker and ample storage from two large pantry cupboards. A side door provides convenient access to the garage, which is fitted with light and power, along with a cloakroom. On the first floor, you will find three generously sized bedrooms, with the principal bedroom benefiting from an en-suite shower room. A family bathroom completes the upstairs accommodation. Outside, the home boasts a mature front garden with a gravel driveway allowing parking for multiple vehicles. The large, enclosed rear garden offers a good degree of privacy and includes an outbuilding currently utilized as a study. Additional features include gas-fired central heating, UPVC double-glazed windows, and solar panels, with potential for extension over the garage and to the rear (subject to planning). This property combines generous living spaces with attractive gardens in a sought-after village setting, making it a must-see for those looking to appreciate its size and layout. Nearby amenities in Aston Upthorpe and Aston Tirrold enhance its appeal, while Wallingford and Didcot are just a short drive away, offering further services and excellent transport links.

WHOTS analysis

Our WHOTS verdict

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

32out of 100
Grade ELow opportunity

Confidence: MEDIUM

This three-bedroom semi-detached house in the sought-after village of Aston Upthorpe presents a solid opportunity for buyers looking to invest in a renovation project. While the asking price of £650,000 is notably above the local average at £491/sqf—23.5% higher than the local benchmark of £397/sqf—there are distinctive features that add to its appeal, including spacious living areas and the potential for extension. However, the all-in costs, estimated at around £710,000, leave little room for value creation against local benchmarks, which could limit the overall investment potential.

The interiors are dated and require significant modernization, providing a blank canvas for buyers to enhance and personalize the space. The property benefits from a good location in a popular village, along with a generous garden and useful additional spaces like a study outbuilding. While the structure appears sound and the exterior is in good condition, the overall project scale is light, focused more on cosmetic updates and modernizing the interiors than on major structural issues. This listing merits consideration for those willing to take on the undertaking to bring it up to modern standards.

Key opportunities

  • Generous living areas that can be modernized to enhance appeal
  • Potential for extension over the garage and at the rear, subject to planning
  • A large enclosed garden providing outdoor space for family activities

Key risks

  • Asking price plus renovation costs stretch all-in expenses compared to local value benchmarks, limiting potential returns.

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£2,456
Based on a loan of £487,500 over 30 years at 4.45% interest

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