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Wrexham Road, Whitchurch

West Midlands

£250,000

Listed on 19/09/2026

The listing

Property details

Bedrooms
2
Type
Cottage
Area
1087 sqft

Features

  • Garage
  • Garden
  • Parking

Description

This charming detached cottage offers a unique opportunity for modernisation in a tranquil setting near the Shropshire Union Canal. Nestled away from the main road, the property boasts stunning views over adjacent farmland and is available with no chain. The cottage features a spacious layout, including an entrance hall, a cozy sitting room, and a large open-plan kitchen/diner that leads to a utility room. Upstairs, you will find two generous double bedrooms along with a family bathroom equipped with both a bath and a separate shower. Externally, the property is approached via a shared private track leading to a communal parking area. It comes with a garage and a useful outbuilding that includes a workshop and an outside W.C. The rear patio/courtyard area is perfect for outdoor relaxation, while the attractive west-facing seating area at the front takes full advantage of the rural landscape. The substantial gardens are a standout feature, complete with lawns, a garden shed, and a greenhouse, extending down to a mature hedge that borders the canal, providing immediate access to picturesque canal-side walks. This property is brimming with character and potential for those looking to create their dream home.

WHOTS analysis

Our WHOTS verdict

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

67out of 100
Grade CPotential opportunity

Confidence: MEDIUM

At £250,000, this cottage is priced at about £230 per sq ft, below the local average of £267, which makes the asking price a clear acquisition advantage. The 67/100 C-grade reflects a promising but measured opportunity: the main house appears generally sound, while older finishes in the sitting room, kitchen/diner and bathroom leave scope for a light modernisation, with the renovation range put at £6,000–£14,000.

The standout is the setting: a substantial established garden with patio areas and a canal-side backdrop, alongside a spacious kitchen/diner and sitting room. The visible main roof and brick elevations appear generally intact; the separate outbuilding’s weathered roof covering is worth inspecting before deciding on any work.

Key opportunities

  • Modernise the older finishes in the sitting room, kitchen/diner and bathroom to refresh the cottage while retaining its period character.
  • Make the most of the substantial established garden, canal-side setting and usable patio areas.
  • Use the spacious kitchen/diner and sitting room as the basis for a more contemporary, comfortable layout.

Key risks

  • The separate outbuilding has a visibly weathered corrugated roof covering; inspect its material and condition before planning works.

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Map

Location

Wrexham Road, Whitchurch
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Transport

Nearest stations

  • Whitchurch (Shrops) Rail Station

    2.0 miles

    Train · Whitchurch

  • Prees Rail Station

    4.5 miles

    Train · Prees

  • Wrenbury Rail Station

    6.5 miles

    Train · Wrenbury

  • Wem Rail Station

    7.3 miles

    Train · Wem

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Current average 2-year fixed rate is 5.13%

Current average variable rate is 6.58%

Monthly Repayments
£1,021
Based on a loan of £187,500 over 30 years at 5.13% interest

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