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Cold Ash Hill, Cold Ash

South East

£550,000

Listed on 29/09/2026

The listing

Property details

Bedrooms
3
Type
Detached
Area
1220 sqft

Description

This charming three-bedroom detached house is located in the sought-after village of Cold Ash, offering a fantastic opportunity for families and investors alike. The property is positioned on a generous plot, providing ample scope for significant extensions, subject to the necessary planning permissions. It features off-street parking, a garage, and modern amenities including gas central heating and uPVC double glazing. Inside, the ground floor welcomes you with an entrance hall that leads to a spacious sitting room and a recently updated kitchen/dining area complete with a breakfast bar. The first floor comprises three well-proportioned bedrooms, two of which are generous doubles, along with a family bathroom. Externally, the property boasts a driveway for off-street parking, a front garden, and a spacious rear garden that offers an excellent level of privacy and potential for further enhancement. Cold Ash is known for its picturesque semi-rural setting, with various countryside walks, local pubs, and essential amenities nearby. Despite its tranquil village atmosphere, the property is conveniently located for easy access to both Newbury and Thatcham, with railway stations providing quick connections to London Paddington. This makes it an ideal choice for commuters seeking a balance between rural living and urban convenience.

WHOTS analysis

Our WHOTS verdict

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

43out of 100
Grade ELow opportunity

Confidence: MEDIUM

This three-bedroom detached house in Cold Ash presents a solid opportunity for a buyer looking to invest in a property with potential. The well-maintained exterior and modern kitchen are definite highlights, providing a strong foundation for further enhancements. The generous plot size not only offers privacy but also the possibility for substantial extensions, subject to planning permissions, which could significantly increase the home’s value.

However, the asking price of £550,000 translates to £451 per square foot, which is notably above the local average of £409 per square foot. Coupled with the estimated renovation costs of £30,000 to £60,000, the total investment could leave the overall costs stretched against local benchmarks for this floor area. While the property is in good shape overall, the dated bathroom does present an area for improvement. Buyers should consider these factors carefully to ensure the investment aligns with their financial goals.

Key opportunities

  • Substantial extension potential on a generous plot, subject to planning permissions
  • Modern kitchen already in place, allowing for immediate usability while planning further works
  • Spacious living areas provide a canvas for personalized renovations

Key risks

  • Asking price plus renovation costs may stretch overall budget against local value benchmarks
  • All-in spend is likely to land near £595,000 once the asking price and an estimated £45,000 of refurbishment are combined, leaving a gap of around 16% versus area norms for this sqft, so margin after refurbishment is unproven.

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Current average variable rate is 6.60%

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£2,078
Based on a loan of £412,500 over 30 years at 4.45% interest

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