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Millfield Close, Pickering, YO18 8DP

Yorkshire

£300,000

Listed on 07/10/2026

The listing

Property details

Bedrooms
4
Type
Detached
Area
1185 sqft

Description

This four-bedroom detached family home is attractively situated in a popular residential area, offering ample potential for renovation and improvement. The property features a driveway leading to a garage, along with gardens that provide a pleasant outdoor space. Inside, the well-proportioned accommodation includes an entrance hall, a cloakroom/WC, and a spacious sitting room with an attractive stone fireplace that opens into a conservatory, which requires some attention. The separate dining room and kitchen are also present, with the kitchen noted as needing replacement. On the first floor, you will find four bedrooms and a family bathroom that would benefit from modernisation. The front garden is mainly laid to lawn with mature shrubs and trees, while the enclosed rear garden offers further potential for enhancement. Conveniently located, the property is close to shops, supermarkets, cafés, and schools, making it ideal for families. Additionally, the beautiful countryside of the North York Moors National Park is easily accessible, as are the historic attractions of York and the coastal resorts of Scarborough and Whitby. This home presents an excellent opportunity for those looking to invest in a property with significant potential in a well-established area.

WHOTS analysis

Our WHOTS verdict

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52out of 100
Grade DWeak opportunity

Confidence: MEDIUM

This four-bedroom detached family home offers a compelling opportunity for buyers looking to acquire a property below the local average price per square foot. The asking price of £300,000 translates to £253/sqf, which is approximately 13.6% below the local average of £293/sqf, making it a strong entry point for those interested in renovation projects.

While the overall condition of the house shows signs of general wear and significant updates are needed throughout, this presents a blank canvas for potential buyers. The living spaces and bathroom are particularly dated, and the kitchen requires a complete replacement, but with a refurbishment budget estimated between £40,000 and £120,000, there is ample scope for improvement. The garden and exterior also hold promise for enhancement, adding to the home's overall appeal. However, all-in renovation costs remain tight against local benchmarks, so careful budgeting will be essential for prospective buyers.

Key opportunities

  • Flexibility of four bedrooms suitable for family living
  • Potential to modernise the dated kitchen and bathroom
  • Opportunity to enhance the garden and exterior space

Key risks

  • General wear and need for updates observed throughout
  • Some areas may have hidden structural concerns
  • Tight all-in costs versus local benchmarks

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Current average variable rate is 6.60%

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£1,133
Based on a loan of £225,000 over 30 years at 4.45% interest

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