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High Lane, Burslem, Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire, ST6

West Midlands

£110,000

Listed on 02/10/2026

The listing

Property details

Bedrooms
3
Type
Semi Detached
Area
1154 sqft

Description

This three-bedroom semi-detached house on High Lane in Stoke-on-Trent presents an excellent opportunity for full renovation in a desirable residential area. The ground floor features two separate reception rooms, each with bay windows that allow for ample natural light. This traditional layout offers potential for reconfiguration to suit modern living needs. A rear extension includes a shower room, enhancing the property's flexibility for future use. The kitchen, while functional, is ready for an update to transform it into a contemporary dining space or open-plan area, subject to necessary consents. Upstairs, the property boasts three generously sized bedrooms alongside a bathroom, providing a solid foundation for a family home once modernised. The exterior features a good-sized rear garden, ripe for landscaping, as well as an outbuilding or garage-style store. High Lane offers convenient access to local shops and services in Burslem and Tunstall, where a variety of supermarkets and amenities are just a short drive away. Nearby green spaces such as Burslem Park and Tunstall Park are popular for leisure activities. The area is well-served by schools, providing a range of primary and secondary options within the wider Stoke-on-Trent region. Public transport is accessible via regular bus routes along High Lane, connecting to Hanley and surrounding towns. Longport railway station is approximately a 10-minute drive away, offering connections towards Crewe and Stafford, with further links to Birmingham and Manchester. This property represents a clear opportunity for buyers seeking a renovation project in a well-connected Staffordshire location.

WHOTS analysis

Our WHOTS verdict

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

54out of 100
Grade DWeak opportunity

Confidence: MEDIUM

This three-bedroom semi-detached house on High Lane, Stoke-on-Trent, presents a budget-friendly opportunity for those looking to dive into an extensive renovation project. With an asking price of £110,000, the property is priced significantly below the local average, making it an attractive option for buyers seeking to create value through improvement. The traditional layout features two reception rooms with bay windows that offer good natural light, along with a rear extension that includes a ground floor shower room, providing flexibility for future reconfiguration.

However, the condition of the property is poor overall, with multiple rooms showing signs of neglect and requiring extensive refurbishment. The living spaces, bedrooms, and garden all need significant updates and landscaping, while the dated kitchen and bathroom further highlight the work needed. While the potential for modernisation is clear, the all-in costs after purchasing and renovations may stretch budgets when compared to local benchmarks, indicating a less favourable economic outlook for this investment. Those willing to take on the challenge will find a solid opportunity to transform this space into a desirable family home in a good location.

Key opportunities

  • The traditional layout with two reception rooms and a rear extension offers potential for reconfiguration into a modern living space.
  • Generously sized bedrooms provide a solid foundation for a family home once updated.
  • The good-size rear garden allows for landscaping and outdoor improvements.

Key risks

  • Stripped interiors and a £100,000–£150,000 works budget make this a full-gut programme, not a refresh.
  • Total commitment could reach about £235,000 when purchase and the £125,000 refurb range are added together — around 18% above what similar-sized stock commands locally today; post-works value sits outside our data.

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High Lane, Burslem, Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire, ST6
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Current average variable rate is 6.60%

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£416
Based on a loan of £82,500 over 30 years at 4.45% interest

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