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Northgate Street, Devizes

South West

£250,000Guide Price

Listed on 24/09/2026

The listing

Property details

Bedrooms
5
Type
House
Area
846 sqft

Description

This mixed-use investment opportunity in the heart of the town centre comprises a vacant double-fronted retail unit and three residential flats, making it an attractive proposition for investors. Currently, two well-sized two-bedroom flats are generating an annual income of £19,200, both let on Assured Shorthold Tenancies at £800 per month. There is potential to increase the rents, subject to market conditions. The ground floor retail space, extending to approximately 500 sq ft, is currently vacant and offers cellar storage and attic space for additional flexibility. A vacant studio flat at the rear presents an opportunity for further income generation following refurbishment. Externally, the property features a communal courtyard and parking for multiple vehicles, enhancing its appeal to both residential tenants and commercial occupiers. Once fully let, this property could yield a total income of around £36,000 per annum, highlighting its investment potential. Offered at auction, this Grade II listed property is positioned prominently in the town centre, providing scope for modernisation and value enhancement.

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 mixed-use town centre investment presents a unique opportunity for buyers looking to enhance value through extensive refurbishment. Priced at £250,000, the property is currently £296/sqf, which is 6.0% below the local average of £314/sqf, making it an attractive entry point for investors.

The building comprises a vacant retail unit, a studio flat, and two let two-bedroom flats, generating a current income of £19,200 per annum. There is significant scope for modernisation, particularly with the retail space and studio flat, which could greatly increase rental income. Given the property's Grade II listing and prominent location, there's potential to create a vibrant mixed-use asset that capitalises on the strong rental market in the area.

However, while the price is reasonable, the all-in costs, including the anticipated renovation budget of £175,000, stretch the financial viability against local benchmarks. This could make achieving a profitable return challenging, especially since the projected value post-renovation appears to fall significantly short of expectations.

Key opportunities

  • Transform the vacant retail space into a desirable commercial unit, enhancing overall property value.
  • Refurbish the studio flat to generate additional rental income, contributing to the potential total income of £36,000 per annum.
  • Leverage the property's Grade II listing and prime town centre location to attract tenants and increase rent on existing flats.

Key risks

  • Stripped interiors and a £100,000–£250,000 works budget make this a full-gut programme, not a refresh.
  • Expect total exposure near £425,000 when purchase and the £175,000 refurb range are added together, about 37% ahead of typical local benchmarks for this size; post-works value sits outside our data.

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Based on a loan of £187,500 over 30 years at 4.45% interest

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