Victoria Road, Polegate, East Sussex
South East
£300,000
Listed on 09/10/2026
Listed on 09/10/2026
The listing
Property details
Bedrooms
3Type
Semi DetachedFeatures
- Garage
- Garden
- Parking
Description
This chain-free three-bedroom semi-detached house in Polegate offers a substantial layout and scope for updating. The ground floor has a separate bay-fronted reception room, a 23ft lounge/diner, a large kitchen, an entrance hall and a WC. Upstairs are three bedrooms and a family bathroom.
Outside, the property has a large private rear garden with side access, a driveway and a detached garage. The listing states that the house has double glazing and gas central heating, and describes it as liveable in its current condition while in need of improvement. Any extension or other alterations would be subject to the relevant consents and checks.
Polegate town centre, local amenities, bus routes and the railway station are described as nearby, with connections towards Eastbourne, Brighton and London. The A22 and A27, local schools and the Cuckoo Trail are also noted in the listing.
WHOTS analysis
Our WHOTS verdict
An internal assessment of the opportunity to acquire, improve and create value.
54out of 100
Grade DWeak opportunity
Confidence: LOW
This 1930s semi has a strong project canvas: a 23ft lounge/diner, a separate bay-fronted reception, driveway, detached garage and a large private garden. The interiors look liveable but dated, with scope for redecoration and selective cosmetic updates; clearing and tidying the garden could also make a noticeable difference. The listing mentions possible extension potential, subject to planning consent, but no feasibility is established.
The 54/100 D grade reflects an incomplete value picture rather than a confirmed pricing problem: floor area is missing, so value against local £/sqf cannot yet be judged. The stated £8,000–£18,000 renovation range suggests a light-scale project, while the fundamentals and location score well. The worn hardstanding and overgrown garden are practical items to inspect and address.
Key opportunities
- Refresh the dated décor and finishes while keeping the house usable during a gradual improvement programme.
- Clear and maintain the large private garden, with side access, driveway and detached garage adding useful outdoor and storage space.
- Make the most of the 23ft lounge/diner and separate bay-fronted reception; the listing also notes potential to extend subject to planning consent.
Key risks
None recorded.
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