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First Street, Low Moor, Bradford, BD12

Yorkshire

£300,000Guide Price

Listed on 09/10/2026

The listing

Property details

Bedrooms
4
Type
Detached
Area
1948 sqft

Description

Introducing Fern Cottage, a historic detached house dating back to circa 1900, offering a unique opportunity for restoration and redevelopment. Nestled within extensive grounds, this property features original character and ornate details throughout. The entrance hallway is highlighted by a sweeping banister and leads to multiple reception rooms, including a sitting room and a formal lounge, both showcasing charming open fireplaces. The galley kitchen provides essential amenities, while the rear hall grants access to two sizable basement rooms and a wine cellar. The first floor accommodates four bedrooms along with a bathroom and a shower room, making it ideal for family living. Externally, the property boasts off-road parking and a garage, with the extensive grounds presenting potential for further development, as indicated by historical planning permissions from 1990 for an additional detached property within the grounds. This property is offered at auction, allowing for a swift purchase process within a 56-day reservation period. Fern Cottage is not just a home; it is a canvas for your vision, waiting to be transformed into a personal haven.

WHOTS analysis

Our WHOTS verdict

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

60out of 100
Grade CPotential opportunity

Confidence: MEDIUM

Fern Cottage presents an intriguing opportunity for renovation enthusiasts, particularly given its attractive guide price of £300,000, which is significantly below the local average at just £154/sqf. This property, steeped in history and original character, offers a canvas for a transformative project with its four bedrooms, multiple reception rooms, and extensive grounds that could enhance both living space and value.

While the property shows signs of neglect and requires extensive refurbishment, including outdated kitchens and bathrooms, the unique features like ornate fireplaces and original bannisters provide a strong foundation for restoration. The large grounds not only offer potential for landscaping but also hint at further development possibilities, making this a compelling project for those looking to create their own haven. However, potential buyers should be mindful that the all-in costs, estimated between £400,000 and £500,000, may be tight against local benchmarks, indicating a careful approach to budgeting and planning will be essential.

Key opportunities

  • The extensive grounds provide the potential for landscaping and possible further development.
  • Original character features such as ornate fireplaces and sweeping bannisters can be restored to enhance the property's charm.
  • A spacious layout with multiple reception rooms allows for flexible reconfigurations to suit modern living.

Key risks

  • Stripped interiors and a £100,000–£200,000 works budget make this a full-gut programme, not a refresh.

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First Street, Low Moor, Bradford, BD12
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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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