Parklands, Newtown, Powys, SY16
Wales
£270,000
Listed on 22/09/2026
Listed on 22/09/2026
The listing
Property details
Bedrooms
3Type
BungalowArea
1098 sqftFeatures
- Garage
- Garden
- Parking
Description
This three-bedroom detached bungalow is set in a residential area of Newtown, within walking distance of the town centre and close to the library, doctors’ surgery and Dolerw Park. The accommodation includes an entrance porch and hall, a kitchen with fitted oak-effect units and a side porch, a living room with a gas fire, and three bedrooms, one of which is also described as a dining room. A bathroom completes the layout. Gas central heating is stated.
Outside, the property has a garden plot with front and rear lawn areas, a rear patio, planted borders and paths around the house. A gated tarmac parking area, detached garage and garden shed are also included. Newtown offers shops, schools, a train station and recreational facilities, with Shrewsbury and Aberystwyth further afield. The agent notes that the bungalow would benefit from updating, offering scope for a buyer to refresh the existing accommodation.
WHOTS analysis
Our WHOTS verdict
An internal assessment of the opportunity to acquire, improve and create value.
47out of 100
Grade ELow opportunity
Confidence: MEDIUM
This detached bungalow has a clear light-refresh opportunity: the interior is intact but old-fashioned, with worn flooring and dated finishes that offer scope to modernise without an obvious major overhaul. The detached garage, parking and maintained garden plot add practical appeal, while the level walk into town and proximity to Dolerw Park are useful lifestyle advantages.
The asking price of £270,000 works out at £246/sq ft, around 10% above the local average, so price is not a standout. With purchase and works included, the economics look tight against local benchmarks; this is a more compelling fit for a buyer who values the location and can improve the home efficiently than for one seeking a clear discount.
Key opportunities
- Modernise the dated interior finishes and replace worn floor coverings for a fresher, more cohesive feel.
- Make the most of the detached garage, gated parking and established front and rear garden areas.
- The level walk into town, nearby services and access to Dolerw Park give the bungalow strong day-to-day convenience.
Key risks
None recorded.
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Transport
Nearest stations
Newtown (Powys) Rail Station
0.4 miles
Train · Newtown
Caersws Rail Station
4.8 miles
Train · Caersws
Llanfair Caereinion Station (W&LLR)
9.7 miles
Metro · Llanfair Caereinion
Castle Caereinion Station (W&LLR)
9.8 miles
Metro · Castle Caereinion
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