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Hayston Road, Carrickstone, Cumbernauld, North Lanarkshire

Scotland

£265,000

Listed on 08/10/2026

The listing

Property details

Bedrooms
4
Type
Detached
Area
1163 sqft

Description

Nestled in a desirable area of Carrickstone, this spacious detached villa presents an excellent opportunity for buyers eager to personalize their new home. The property features a welcoming entrance hallway that leads to a bright lounge, which flows into a dining room, creating an inviting space for family gatherings. The fitted kitchen offers functionality, while a downstairs WC adds convenience. Notably, the garage has been converted into a versatile additional room, perfect for use as a fifth bedroom, TV room, or home office. Upstairs, you will find four well-sized bedrooms, with the master benefiting from en suite facilities. Additional highlights include double glazing and gas central heating throughout, alongside a large monobloc driveway at the front. The rear garden is generously sized, featuring a lawn area, mature planting, and a substantial paved patio that is ideal for outdoor seating and entertaining. Although some modernisation is required, this property offers fantastic potential to create a family home tailored to your tastes.

WHOTS analysis

Our WHOTS verdict

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

48out of 100
Grade ELow opportunity

Confidence: MEDIUM

This spacious detached house in the desirable Carrickstone area presents a solid opportunity for buyers looking to create a personalized family home. While the interior is dated and shows signs of general wear throughout, the layout is flexible, featuring a converted garage that can serve as an additional bedroom or office space. The large rear garden is a highlight, providing ample outdoor space for entertaining and relaxation.

However, it’s important to consider the overall economics of this listing. The asking price of £265,000 translates to £228/sqf, which is slightly below the local average of £231/sqf, making it a reasonable entry point. Nonetheless, when factoring in the estimated renovation costs of £40,000 to £80,000, the all-in cost is stretched against the implied current local average value. With a total spend potentially reaching £325,000, the margin against local benchmarks is concerning, suggesting that the project may require careful financial planning to ensure a worthwhile investment.

Key opportunities

  • Spacious layout with flexible additional room from garage conversion
  • Generously sized rear garden ideal for outdoor entertaining
  • Potential to modernize and create a home tailored to individual tastes

Key risks

  • All-in costs are stretched against local benchmarks, which may affect the investment's viability

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Hayston Road, Carrickstone, Cumbernauld, North Lanarkshire
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Based on a loan of £198,750 over 30 years at 4.45% interest

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