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Oxford Road, Cowley, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX4

South East

£600,000

Listed on 19/09/2026

The listing

Property details

Bedrooms
4
Type
Semi Detached

Description

This spacious four-bedroom semi-detached house presents a fantastic opportunity for those seeking a property with significant potential. Located on Oxford Road in Cowley, this home offers generous living spaces and substantial outdoor areas, making it ideal for families, investors, and developers. The ground floor features an entrance hall, a convenient W/C, two well-proportioned reception rooms, and a fitted kitchen. Upstairs, you will find four bedrooms along with a family bathroom. Externally, the property boasts off-road parking and an exceptionally large rear garden, providing ample outdoor space for various activities. A notable feature is the substantial outbuilding equipped with its own bathroom facilities, which could serve multiple purposes such as a home office, workshop, gym, or additional accommodation, subject to any necessary consents. The generous plot offers excellent opportunities for extension or redevelopment, pending the relevant planning permissions. This property is conveniently located near local amenities, reputable schools, and transport links, ensuring easy access to Oxford Business Park and the city centre. With its strong residential appeal and development potential, this home is an exciting prospect for those looking to add value.

WHOTS analysis

Our WHOTS verdict

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26out of 100
Grade ELow opportunity

Confidence: LOW

This semi-detached home presents a spacious layout and a generous garden, making it an appealing option for families and investors alike. The property features good living areas and a substantial outbuilding with bathroom facilities, offering versatile potential for a home office, gym, or other uses. The overall condition appears good from the exterior and garden, suggesting a solid foundation for further enhancements.

However, the asking price of £600,000 is notably high compared to the local average of £428,888, which may deter some buyers. While the property offers exciting development potential, particularly for those looking to extend or redevelop (subject to planning permissions), the lack of detailed renovation estimates and the absence of usable floor area information limit the opportunity for value addition. Despite these challenges, the generous space and location provide a canvas for improvement and personalization.

Key opportunities

  • Generous living accommodation suitable for family or investor use.
  • Substantial outbuilding with bathroom facilities for diverse uses.
  • Large garden providing ample outdoor space and potential for extension.

Key risks

  • Asking price is considerably higher than local average, limiting investment appeal.

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Oxford Road, Cowley, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX4
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Current average 2-year fixed rate is 4.45%

Current average variable rate is 6.60%

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£2,267
Based on a loan of £450,000 over 30 years at 4.45% interest

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