Green Lane, Bodmin, Cornwall, PL31

At £90,000, this three-bedroom semi-detached house is a strong-value project: its asking price is about £100 per sq ft, well below the local average of £247. The dated finishes and peeling or damaged wall surfaces in several interior areas give a buyer scope to redecorate, update the flooring and make the most of the kitchen/diner and living space. The overgrown rear garden also offers a clear opportunity to improve the outside space. No obvious major roof failure is visible in the available exterior view.

The £9,000–£18,000 renovation range points to a substantial improvement project rather than a quick cosmetic refresh, but the low entry price and good underlying fundamentals make this a compelling canvas for a buyer prepared to take it on. The listing is being sold by auction at a £100,000+ guide price; bidding can take the hammer above the guide, so the eventual price may not stay this cheap.