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Purford Green, Harlow, Essex, CM18

East of England

£320,000

Listed on 13/10/2026

The listing

Property details

Bedrooms
3
Type
House
Area
986 sqft

Description

This three-bedroom detached house is situated in a peaceful cul-de-sac, centered around a green pedestrian square. Upon entering, you are welcomed by a spacious entrance hall that leads to both the lounge and a generous kitchen/diner. The kitchen/diner provides ample cupboard space and work surfaces, with an adjacent utility area and a ground floor WC. A door from the kitchen leads to the front of the property. The lounge features dual windows at the front and rear, offering views of the garden. Many owners of this style have opted to replace the rear windows with doors for direct garden access. On the first floor, you will find three well-sized bedrooms, two of which are comfortable doubles, along with the main family bathroom. The rear garden, facing northeast, mainly consists of lawn with mature flower beds and a paved area directly behind the house, accessible from the kitchen. Harlow boasts a variety of educational, shopping, and recreational facilities, including a golf club, sports center, and swimming pool. The town is conveniently located for commuters, with two train stations providing services to London Liverpool Street and easy access to the M11 junctions 7 and 7A, linking to the M25 motorway.

WHOTS analysis

Our WHOTS verdict

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

58out of 100
Grade DWeak opportunity

Confidence: MEDIUM

This three-bedroom detached house is tucked away in a quiet cul-de-sac, offering a spacious layout and a good-sized north-east facing garden. While the interior finishes are dated and require attention, the asking price of £320,000 is notably below the local average of £364/sqf, making it a compelling opportunity for buyers looking to invest. The living areas are generous, and the potential to create an open-plan space by converting the rear windows into doors adds further appeal.

However, the all-in renovation costs, estimated between £60,000 and £80,000, place the total investment at around £380,000, which is slightly tight against local benchmarks. This could limit profit margins if aiming for a return on investment. Additionally, potential damp issues should be considered as part of the renovation project. Overall, this property presents a solid canvas for improvement in a desirable location, with the right vision and investment.

Key opportunities

  • Transform the dated interiors into a modern living space, enhancing overall appeal.
  • Convert rear windows to doors for direct access to the good-sized garden, creating a seamless indoor-outdoor flow.
  • Utilize the spacious kitchen/diner to create a more open-plan layout.

Key risks

  • Potential damp issues noted in several rooms, which will need assessment and remediation.
  • All-in costs for purchase and renovation are tight against local benchmarks, impacting profit margins.

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£1,209
Based on a loan of £240,000 over 30 years at 4.45% interest

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