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Wethersfield Road, Prenton, Wirral

North West

£175,000

Listed on 10/10/2026

The listing

Property details

Bedrooms
3
Type
Semi Detached
Area
896 sqft

Description

This three-bedroom semi-detached house presents a promising renovation opportunity in a desirable area. Nestled on a quiet road, the property offers spacious accommodation and is ideally located near excellent schools, amenities, and transport links. With no onward chain, it serves as a blank canvas for first-time buyers or families eager to create their dream home. Upon entering, you are greeted by a spacious lounge featuring a staircase leading to the first floor. The generously sized dining kitchen provides ample space for cooking and family gatherings, with access to a conservatory that overlooks the rear garden. While the property requires full renovation throughout, the existing layout offers significant potential to transform the living spaces into a modern and welcoming home. The first floor comprises three well-proportioned bedrooms, suitable for families, guests, or as a home office. Completing this level is a three-piece family bathroom that is in need of updating. Externally, the good-sized rear garden offers plenty of landscaping potential, while an adjoining garage provides additional storage. A generous driveway at the front ensures ample off-road parking. With its sought-after location and endless potential, this property is an ideal project for those looking to invest in a home that can be tailored to their personal style.

WHOTS analysis

Our WHOTS verdict

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

50out of 100
Grade DWeak opportunity

Confidence: MEDIUM

This three-bedroom semi-detached house presents a solid opportunity to acquire a property at a cheap asking price of £175,000, which is notably below the local average of £220/sqf. The generous living space, conservatory, and good-sized garden create a promising canvas for a transformative renovation. While the interiors are dated and show signs of wear throughout, this allows for a comprehensive redesign that can truly make this house a home. The existing layout offers ample scope to enhance the living areas and create a welcoming environment tailored to your taste.

However, the economic outlook is a concern. The total all-in cost, factoring in the renovation budget of £80,000 to £120,000, stretches the investment against local benchmarks for similar properties, leading to a potential shortfall in value post-renovation. This underscores the importance of careful budget management to ensure the project remains viable, especially given the extensive renovation required across the property. As such, while the overall opportunity is appealing, prospective buyers should be aware of the financial implications of this undertaking.

Key opportunities

  • Spacious living areas and a conservatory provide excellent potential for modernisation and layout reconfiguration.
  • A good-sized garden offers ample scope for landscaping and outdoor enhancements.
  • The existing three-bedroom layout is flexible, catering to families or those needing a home office.

Key risks

  • Stripped interiors and a £80,000–£120,000 works budget make this a full-gut programme, not a refresh.
  • Plan on something close to £275,000 including the asking price and quoted works of about £100,000 — around 28% above what similar-sized stock commands locally today — current-condition benchmarks only, not after-works GDV.

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Wethersfield Road, Prenton, Wirral
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Current average 2-year fixed rate is 4.45%

Current average variable rate is 6.60%

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£661
Based on a loan of £131,250 over 30 years at 4.45% interest

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