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Beaconfield Road, Epping, CM16

East of England

£450,000

Listed on 26/09/2026

The listing

Property details

Bedrooms
2
Type
House
Area
759 sqft

Description

This two-bedroom detached house presents a unique opportunity for buyers looking to invest in a property with significant potential for modernisation. Located in a sought-after residential area, the home offers well-proportioned accommodation spread over two floors, making it an ideal blank canvas for those wishing to tailor their living space to personal tastes. The ground floor features a welcoming entrance hallway that leads into a spacious reception area, perfect for relaxation and entertaining. The fitted kitchen/dining room also offers possibilities for reconfiguration and modern updates. On the first floor, two double bedrooms are accompanied by a bathroom, providing ample space for comfortable living. Externally, the property boasts a private rear garden, which not only serves as valuable outdoor space but also holds potential for landscaping and enhancement. The front garden area is also generously sized, adding to the appeal of this property. This house is particularly suited for first-time buyers eager to add value, or investors seeking a property with scope for improvement. Conveniently located, it is close to Epping's amenities, schools, and transport links, including Epping Underground Station, which provides easy access to central London.

WHOTS analysis

Our WHOTS verdict

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

40out of 100
Grade ELow opportunity

Confidence: MEDIUM

This two-bedroom detached house presents a solid opportunity for buyers looking to invest in a renovation project. While the asking price of £450,000 translates to £593 per square foot, this is slightly above the local average of £545 per square foot, which may limit the initial appeal. However, the property offers a blank canvas for personalisation, with significant potential for modernisation throughout. The interior shows visible wear and tear, indicating that substantial updating is required, but this also allows for a fresh vision to be realised.

The overall condition of the house, along with its dated kitchen and garden, suggests that the renovation costs will fall in the medium range of £40,000 to £60,000. When combined with the asking price, the all-in costs could stretch beyond local benchmarks for similar properties, which is a key consideration for potential buyers. Despite its location near amenities and transport links, which adds to its attractiveness, the economics are a significant factor to weigh against the project's viability. This property is best suited for those prepared for a considerable undertaking, whether adding value for resale or creating a personal home.

Key opportunities

  • Blank canvas for personalisation and modernisation.
  • Potential for reconfiguration of the kitchen/dining area.
  • Good-sized private garden offers landscaping opportunities.

Key risks

  • All-in costs are stretched compared to local property benchmarks, which may impact investment return.

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Beaconfield Road, Epping, CM16
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Current average variable rate is 6.60%

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£1,700
Based on a loan of £337,500 over 30 years at 4.45% interest

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