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Plumleys, Pitsea, Basildon, Essex, SS13

East of England

£250,000Guide Price

Listed on 12/10/2026

The listing

Property details

Bedrooms
3
Type
End Of Terrace
Area
1235 sqft

Description

This spacious three-bedroom semi-detached house presents an excellent opportunity for first-time buyers or investors looking to add value through modernization. The property features a welcoming hallway that leads to a convenient cloakroom and a large kitchen/diner, which serves as a central hub for family gatherings or entertaining guests. The kitchen is equipped with a range of base and eye-level units, and there is additional understairs storage for practicality. Adjacent to the kitchen, the generously sized lounge overlooks the rear garden, providing a pleasant view and access to outdoor space. Upstairs, you will find three bedrooms, including two doubles and one single, along with a family bathroom. Bedroom three contains a spacious boiler cupboard that offers further storage potential. The front of the property features a paved garden and communal resident parking, enhancing its appeal. Located just over a mile from Pitsea C2C station, this home is conveniently situated near local amenities, making it ideal for those commuting to London. Offered with no onward chain, this property is ready for its next chapter.

WHOTS analysis

Our WHOTS verdict

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

76out of 100
Grade BGood opportunity

Confidence: MEDIUM

This generously sized 3-bedroom semi-detached house presents a fantastic opportunity for those looking to acquire a property at a significantly reduced price compared to the local market. With an asking price of £250,000, this home is priced at just £202/sqf, which is an impressive 40.5% below the local average of £340/sqf. This creates an excellent entry point for first-time buyers or investors looking to tap into the potential of the area.

While the property does require modernization throughout, the spacious rooms offer a blank canvas for renovation. The living area, bedrooms, and kitchen all show signs of wear, presenting opportunities for redecoration and updates that can significantly enhance the property's value. The garden is overgrown and in need of landscaping, which can also be transformed into a beautiful outdoor space. With a renovation budget estimated between £40,000 and £120,000, there is plenty of scope to create a desirable home that could yield a strong return on investment, especially given the implied local market value of £419,900 post-renovation.

Key opportunities

  • Spacious rooms provide a blank canvas for creative renovations.
  • Overgrown garden can be transformed into an attractive outdoor space.
  • Significant potential to increase value with modernization.

Key risks

  • General wear and tear observed throughout the property.
  • Dated kitchen and bathroom require updates.
  • Garden requires landscaping.

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Based on a loan of £187,500 over 30 years at 4.45% interest

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