Helmside Road, Oxenholme, Kendal, Cumbria, LA9
North West
£300,000
Listed on 01/10/2026
Listed on 01/10/2026
The listing
Property details
Bedrooms
2Type
Semi DetachedFeatures
- Balcony
- Garden
Description
This two-bedroom character semi-detached house is offered with scope for improvement and modernisation. The listing notes a generous garden, a balcony, photovoltaic solar panels and an air source heat pump. The property may suit a buyer looking to update an older home while retaining its character features.
WHOTS analysis
Our WHOTS verdict
An internal assessment of the opportunity to acquire, improve and create value.
48out of 100
Grade ELow opportunity
Confidence: LOW
This character semi has a usable starting point and a clear light-refurb canvas: dated finishes across the visible living spaces and bedrooms could be modernised, while the older kitchen presentation offers scope for a cosmetic refresh. The established garden, balcony/deck, PV solar panels and air source heat pump add character and useful features; selective garden pruning could make the outdoor space easier to enjoy. The suggested works are in the £7,000–£14,000 range.
The overall score is 48/100 (grade E), reflecting an opportunity that is more modest than the project’s visible potential. Floor area is missing, so value against local £/sqf cannot yet be judged; the renovation midpoint with the asking price is £310,500, but without floor area or a stated GDV the resale economics remain unclear.
Key opportunities
- Refresh the dated wallpaper, bold paint colours and older finishes across the visible living spaces and bedrooms.
- Modernise the older kitchen presentation as part of a light cosmetic update.
- Prune and selectively clear the established garden to improve access and usability, while making the most of the balcony/deck.
Key risks
None recorded.
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Transport
Nearest stations
Oxenholme Lake District Rail Station
0.3 miles
Train · Oxenholme
Kendal Rail Station
2.2 miles
Train · Kendal
Burneside (Cumbria) Rail Station
4.1 miles
Train · Burneside
Staveley Rail Station
6.4 miles
Train · Staveley
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£1,133
Based on a loan of £225,000 over 30 years at 4.45% interest
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