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WOODFORD HALSE, Northamptonshire

East Midlands

£350,000

Listed on 19/09/2026

The listing

Property details

Bedrooms
3
Type
Detached
Area
977 sqft

Description

This charming detached cottage presents a unique opportunity for a new owner to infuse their personal touch while enjoying the character and individuality that the property has retained over the years. With three spacious bedrooms and ample storage throughout, this home is perfect for families or those seeking a peaceful retreat. The modern kitchen conveniently opens onto a courtyard garden, which offers excellent potential for creating an inviting outdoor seating or entertaining area. The property also features a generous front garden, off-road parking, and an attached single garage, all of which are highly desirable attributes. Nestled in the well-regarded village of Woodford Halse, this home combines charm with space and potential, making it ideal for anyone looking to establish their roots in a friendly community. The property has been cherished by the same family for many years and is now ready for its next chapter.

WHOTS analysis

Our WHOTS verdict

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

35out of 100
Grade ELow opportunity

Confidence: MEDIUM

This charming detached cottage offers character and potential, nestled conveniently near village amenities. While the property boasts three good-sized bedrooms and a modern kitchen that opens onto a courtyard garden, it does need some updating throughout, particularly in the living and bathroom areas where visible wear is present. The garden space and off-road parking add to its appeal, making it an attractive option for those looking to add personal touches.

However, the current asking price of £350,000 translates to £358/sqf, which is notably above the local average of £298/sqf. Coupled with renovation costs estimated between £40,000 and £80,000, this puts the all-in costs at a stretch compared to local benchmarks for similar properties. As such, while the potential for improvement exists, the economics of the purchase may not align favorably with the local market, making it a lower opportunity for value creation.

Key opportunities

  • Characterful features throughout the property that can be enhanced with thoughtful updates.
  • Good-sized garden space offers potential for landscaping and outdoor entertaining.
  • Ample off-road parking and garage add convenience and desirability.

Key risks

  • Asking price plus refurbishment costs stretch the budget against local property values.
  • Factor in roughly £410,000 all-in — £60,000 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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Current average 2-year fixed rate is 4.45%

Current average variable rate is 6.60%

Monthly Repayments
£1,322
Based on a loan of £262,500 over 30 years at 4.45% interest

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