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Melville Road, Churchdown, Gloucester

South West

£325,000

Listed on 15/10/2026

The listing

Property details

Bedrooms
3
Type
Semi Detached
Area
881 sqft

Description

Located in the sought-after residential area of Churchdown, this three-bedroom semi-detached house presents a fantastic opportunity for those looking to invest in a property with potential. The home features well-proportioned living spaces, ample off-road parking, and a generous south-west facing rear garden that benefits from plenty of afternoon and evening sunlight. The ground floor welcomes you with an entrance hallway leading to a convenient downstairs WC and the main living areas. The living room is bright and airy, thanks to a bay window that floods the space with natural light. Adjacent is a separate dining room, perfect for family gatherings, which offers direct access to the rear garden. The kitchen boasts a practical layout with excellent scope for modernisation, allowing buyers to tailor it to their tastes. Upstairs, the property comprises two spacious double bedrooms and a third bedroom that could serve as a nursery or home office. A family bathroom completes this level, providing essential amenities. Outside, the standout feature is undoubtedly the expansive rear garden, ideal for outdoor activities and entertaining. The front of the property further enhances its appeal with off-road parking for multiple vehicles. While the accommodation is comfortable as it stands, there is significant potential for buyers to modernise and enhance the home over time, making it an excellent long-term investment for families and first-time buyers alike.

WHOTS analysis

Our WHOTS verdict

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

45out of 100
Grade ELow opportunity

Confidence: LOW

This three-bedroom semi-detached house in Churchdown presents a reasonable opportunity for those looking to invest in a property that requires modernisation. While the asking price of £325,000 equates to £369/sqf, which is slightly above the local average of £336/sqf, it remains a manageable entry point for buyers willing to put in some work. The property features a practical kitchen layout and a living room that shows some signs of wear, but there's plenty of room for improvement throughout.

The standout feature is the generous south-west facing rear garden, perfect for families who appreciate outdoor space. With off-road parking and a flexible layout, this home offers potential for buyers to enhance the living areas and create a more contemporary family environment. While there are some dated interiors and potential structural concerns, the overall fundamentals of the location and layout provide a solid base for a worthwhile renovation project. This home has the potential to become a lovely family residence with the right vision and effort.

Key opportunities

  • Generous south-west facing rear garden, ideal for enhancement.
  • Practical kitchen layout with scope for modernisation.
  • Flexible living space suitable for families.

Key risks

  • Potential structural concerns to address during renovation.

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Melville Road, Churchdown, Gloucester
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Current average 2-year fixed rate is 4.45%

Current average variable rate is 6.60%

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£1,228
Based on a loan of £243,750 over 30 years at 4.45% interest

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