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Colchester Road, Ardleigh

East of England

£475,000

Listed on 26/09/2026

The listing

Property details

Bedrooms
3
Type
Detached Bungalow
Area
1350 sqft

Description

This three-bedroom detached bungalow presents a unique opportunity for buyers looking to modernise and personalise their new home. The property is available with no onward chain and sits on a generous plot of approximately 0.25 acres, offering potential for extension, subject to necessary planning permissions. Upon entering, you are greeted by an entrance hallway that leads into a spacious living room, featuring double doors that open directly onto the rear garden. The kitchen is conveniently positioned separately, while the accommodation includes three well-proportioned bedrooms and a family shower room. The exterior boasts a particularly large enclosed rear garden, providing ample space for landscaping and further development, pending consents. Additional features include a double garage, driveway parking, and various sheds and outbuildings that offer excellent storage solutions. Located in Ardleigh, the property benefits from a range of local amenities, including a highly regarded primary school, a post office, a doctor's surgery, and a local shop. The Wooden Fender pub and restaurant adds to the community's charm. For those interested in sailing, Ardleigh Sailing Club offers fantastic facilities for both racing and leisure activities. The picturesque village of Dedham is just 2.7 miles away, providing further local shops and scenic walks along the River Stour. With easy access to nearby railway stations in Manningtree and Colchester, commuting is made convenient.

WHOTS analysis

Our WHOTS verdict

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

48out of 100
Grade ELow opportunity

Confidence: MEDIUM

This three-bedroom detached bungalow in Ardleigh presents an interesting renovation project for buyers looking to make their mark. While the property shows signs of age and requires modernisation throughout, it occupies a generous plot of approximately 0.25 acres, providing ample opportunity for landscaping and potential extensions, subject to planning permissions. The living spaces, kitchen, and bedrooms are all dated and in need of updates, but the bathroom is in reasonable condition, which may help streamline some of the renovation efforts.

Despite the inviting guide price of £475,000, which is just slightly above the local square footage average, the overall economics indicate a weaker opportunity due to the all-in costs being stretched against local benchmarks. The estimated renovation budget of £75,000 adds to this concern, creating a potential margin squeeze when considering the implied local average value. However, the property benefits from no onward chain and good local amenities, making it a compelling choice for those willing to invest in a project with room for significant improvement.

Key opportunities

  • Generous plot size allowing for landscaping and potential extensions.
  • No onward chain status enhances the buying process.
  • Good local amenities within reach, adding to the property’s appeal.

Key risks

  • All-in costs may be stretched versus local benchmarks, impacting potential returns.

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Colchester Road, Ardleigh
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£1,794
Based on a loan of £356,250 over 30 years at 4.45% interest

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