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Baker Street, Waddesdon, Aylesbury

East of England

£425,000

Listed on 15/10/2026

The listing

Property details

Bedrooms
4
Type
Detached
Area
1012 sqft

Description

This individual four-bedroom detached house is located in the sought-after village of Waddesdon, Buckinghamshire. Offering a generous living space of over 1,000 sq. ft., the property presents an exciting opportunity for renovation and modernization, allowing potential buyers to create their ideal home. The interior includes a spacious 26ft lounge/diner, a separate kitchen, an entrance hallway, a downstairs cloakroom/WC, and four bedrooms on the first floor, complemented by a shower room. Externally, the property features driveway parking leading to a carport and a single garage, along with gardens to both the front and rear. Waddesdon is known for its excellent local amenities, including shops, cafés, and traditional pubs like The Five Arrows. Families will appreciate the highly regarded local schools, such as Waddesdon C of E School. Commuters benefit from direct rail links to London Marylebone via the nearby Aylesbury Vale Parkway station, as well as easy access to the A41 connecting to Aylesbury, Bicester, and the M40.

WHOTS analysis

Our WHOTS verdict

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

47out of 100
Grade ELow opportunity

Confidence: MEDIUM

This four-bedroom detached home in Waddesdon offers a spacious layout and significant potential for renovation, making it an intriguing project for buyers looking to add value. The property features a large lounge/diner and a separate kitchen, both of which are dated and in need of modernization. The garden and exterior show signs of wear as well, presenting opportunities for landscaping and maintenance improvements.

While the asking price of £425,000 is slightly above the local average at £420/sqf compared to £408/sqf, the overall economics are a concern. The total investment, including the renovation range of £40,000 to £80,000, brings the all-in costs to around £485,000, which exceeds the implied local average value for this space. This leaves little margin for appreciation post-renovation, making the investment riskier. However, the potential for substantial improvements and the attractive location with great local amenities still make this a property worth considering for the right buyer.

Key opportunities

  • Spacious living areas that can be reconfigured and modernized
  • Potential to enhance the garden and exterior for better curb appeal
  • Opportunity to create a modern kitchen and inviting lounge/diner

Key risks

  • All-in costs are stretched compared to local benchmarks, which may limit future resale value

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Baker Street, Waddesdon, Aylesbury
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Current average variable rate is 6.60%

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£1,606
Based on a loan of £318,750 over 30 years at 4.45% interest

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