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Gratton Drive, Chillington

South West

£265,000

Listed on 28/09/2026

The listing

Property details

Bedrooms
2
Type
Semi Detached
Area
993 sqft

Description

This semi-detached house offers a welcoming entrance through a small hallway that leads to the living space. The ground floor features a lounge with a bay window and an electric fire, complemented by useful understairs storage. At the rear, the kitchen/dining room is equipped with a range of wooden units, an electric oven, and ample space for dining. A conservatory extends from this area, providing direct access to the garden. On the first floor, there are three bedrooms, with two currently combined into one larger room, allowing for easy reinstatement of the original layout. The main bedroom overlooks the rear garden, while a family bathroom and a large airing cupboard complete this level. The rear garden is a good size but requires some attention to restore its potential as a private outdoor space. The front of the property includes off-road parking in front of the garage, with possibilities for additional parking by modifying some of the existing planting. The garage, accessible from both the front and garden, offers extra space that could serve as a utility area or workshop, complete with electricity. The property is equipped with solar panels and presents an excellent opportunity for cosmetic updates throughout, including window replacements. With generous proportions and flexible accommodation, this home allows for significant improvement and personalization over time. It is ideally priced to reflect the necessary updates, making it a great option for those seeking a project in a desirable location.

WHOTS analysis

Our WHOTS verdict

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

57out of 100
Grade DWeak opportunity

Confidence: LOW

This semi-detached house in Chillington represents an exceptional opportunity to acquire a property at a significantly lower price per square foot compared to the local average. With an asking price of £265,000 equating to just £267/sqf, it's 31.4% below the local average of £389/sqf, making it a compelling buy for those looking to invest in a home with potential. The property features good-sized rooms and flexible accommodation, ideal for personalisation and improvement, while the garden offers a blank canvas for revitalisation.

While the house does show signs of wear and dated decor throughout, including an outdated kitchen and overgrown garden, these aspects present opportunities for renovation and enhancement. The bathroom, although modern, requires some aesthetic updates too. With solar panels and a garage providing extra utility space, this property has the makings of a lovely home with the right vision and effort. Overall, while the condition is dated, the attractive price point and flexibility of the layout offer a strong foundation for a rewarding renovation project.

Key opportunities

  • Significantly below local price per square foot, offering great value.
  • Good-sized rooms with flexible accommodation for personalisation.
  • Overgrown garden presents a chance for landscaping and improvement.

Key risks

None recorded.

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Gratton Drive, Chillington
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Current average variable rate is 6.60%

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Based on a loan of £198,750 over 30 years at 4.45% interest

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