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Church Road, Potters Bar

London

£820,000

Listed on 25/09/2026

The listing

Property details

Bedrooms
4
Type
Detached
Area
1267 sqft

Description

This four-bedroom detached house is set on a generous plot, conveniently located near local schools and amenities, including Potters Bar Mainline Station. The property presents an excellent opportunity for extension, subject to planning permission, and features double glazing, gas central heating, and dual aspect rooms. The garage with its own driveway adds to the convenience. Internal viewing is highly recommended to fully appreciate the potential of this home. Upon entering, you are greeted by a timber entrance door leading into a hallway with coved ceilings and parquet flooring, providing access to the lounge, kitchen, family room, and cloakroom. The kitchen is equipped with granite worktops, integrated appliances, and a double-glazed door leading to the garden. The lounge is a dual aspect room featuring a fireplace and parquet flooring, while the dining room also benefits from dual aspect windows and French doors opening to the garden. The family room offers a triple aspect view with ample natural light. Upstairs, the landing leads to four bedrooms, all offering dual aspect windows and varying sizes to suit different needs. The bathroom is fully tiled and includes a panel-enclosed bath and heated towel rail. A separate cloakroom is also available. The rear garden features a crazy paved patio area and tiered lawn with mature flower borders, while the front boasts tiered lawns and a driveway leading to the garage. This property combines spacious living with potential for further enhancement.

WHOTS analysis

Our WHOTS verdict

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

37out of 100
Grade ELow opportunity

Confidence: MEDIUM

This four-bedroom detached house presents an interesting opportunity for a buyer willing to invest in a moderate refurbishment. The spacious layout, good-sized garden, and potential for extension (subject to planning permission) make it a compelling choice, particularly in a location that’s convenient for local amenities and transport links.

However, the asking price of £820,000 translates to £647 per square foot, which is notably above the local average of £548 per square foot. This puts the overall economics in a challenging position, especially when considering the estimated renovation costs of £75,000, resulting in all-in costs that may stretch the budget compared to local benchmarks. While the kitchen and exterior are in good condition, the dated bathroom and some dated interiors could be areas for improvement. Potential structural concerns should also be investigated further, as they could impact the project scale. Overall, this property has promise but requires careful consideration given its pricing and the necessary works ahead.

Key opportunities

  • Spacious layout with potential for extension (stpp)
  • Good-sized garden enhancing outdoor living space
  • Well-maintained kitchen and exterior, providing a solid foundation for improvements

Key risks

  • Asking price plus refurbishment costs result in all-in expenses that exceed local market benchmarks, impacting potential return on investment

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Current average variable rate is 6.60%

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£3,098
Based on a loan of £615,000 over 30 years at 4.45% interest

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