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Riverside Road, Bournemouth

South East

£425,000

Listed on 01/10/2026

The listing

Property details

Bedrooms
3
Type
Semi Detached
Area
1031 sqft

Description

Connells are pleased to present this semi-detached house, situated in a tranquil cul-de-sac near the River Stour, offering a substantial opportunity for those looking to undertake a full refurbishment. This property is set on a generous plot, featuring a large rear garden that provides ample space for families or gardening enthusiasts, as well as potential for outdoor entertaining. Inside, the accommodation comprises well-proportioned living spaces that are ripe for improvement and extension, subject to obtaining the necessary permissions. The living room features a front aspect window and a fireplace, while the kitchen/diner boasts an L-shaped layout with access to the conservatory and garden. The three bedrooms are spacious and offer good natural light, with the bathroom equipped with essential amenities. The property also includes a garage accessed via a service lane at the rear, adding convenience for parking or storage. Located close to reputable schools and local amenities in Tuckton and Southbourne, this home presents an excellent opportunity for buyers looking to modernize and create a tailored living space in a desirable area.

WHOTS analysis

Our WHOTS verdict

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

45out of 100
Grade ELow opportunity

Confidence: MEDIUM

This semi-detached house in a quiet cul-de-sac presents a significant opportunity for renovation enthusiasts looking to create a tailored family home. While the property requires full refurbishment throughout, including dated interiors and fixtures, the generous garden and well-proportioned living spaces offer excellent potential for improvement and extension. The location is a strong point, close to schools and local amenities, making it ideal for families.

However, the economics of this listing reveal a challenge. The asking price of £425,000 translates to £412/sqf, which is slightly below the local average of £431/sqf. Despite this reasonable entry point, the all-in cost, factoring in renovation estimates, stretches the financial viability against local benchmarks, with a projected margin of -28.9%. This indicates that the overall investment may not yield a favorable return compared to similar properties in the area.

Key opportunities

  • Generous garden space provides ample room for outdoor improvements.
  • Well-proportioned living areas allow for creative reconfiguration and modernization.
  • Potential to extend the property, subject to necessary permissions.

Key risks

  • Stripped interiors and a £150,000–£250,000 works budget make this a full-gut programme, not a refresh.
  • Factor in roughly £625,000 including the asking price and quoted works of about £200,000 — roughly 29% above what comparable floor area achieves locally in current condition — current-condition benchmarks only, not after-works GDV.

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Riverside Road, Bournemouth
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Current average variable rate is 6.60%

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£1,606
Based on a loan of £318,750 over 30 years at 4.45% interest

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