Lon Olchfa, Sketty, Swansea, SA2 8NN
Wales
£90,000
Listed on 24/10/2026
Listed on 24/10/2026
The listing
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527 sqftDescription
This one-bedroom first-floor flat in Sketty has a hallway, a spacious lounge, a fitted kitchen, a double bedroom and a shower room. The accommodation is described as requiring modernisation and TLC, offering scope to update the interior to suit a new owner or investment plan. The property is offered with no onward chain.
Local shops, supermarkets, cafés and other everyday amenities are nearby. Singleton Hospital, Swansea University’s Singleton Park campus and Swansea Bay seafront are within easy reach, with public transport links to Swansea city centre and surrounding areas. The lease has 96 years remaining; further lease details and any associated charges are to be confirmed with the agent.
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73out of 100
Grade BGood opportunity
Confidence: MEDIUM
At £90,000, this one-bedroom Sketty flat is priced at about £171 per sq ft, well below the local average of £251 — a strong entry point for a buyer looking to add value. The photographed rooms are usable but dated, giving the project a clear, light-touch canvas for fresh finishes and selective updates rather than a major overhaul.
The lounge and bedroom would benefit from refreshed décor, while the older kitchen and shower-room fittings offer scope to update to your taste. The location is a further draw, with local amenities, Singleton Hospital, the university and the seafront within reach. The £5,000–£12,000 renovation range is a guide to the likely scale of work; confirm the lease details and any associated charges before proceeding.
Key opportunities
- Acquire at £171 per sq ft, around 31.9% below the local average, leaving room to create value through improvement.
- Refresh the lounge and bedroom finishes, including dated wall coverings and flooring where appropriate.
- Update the dated kitchen and shower-room fittings selectively after checking their condition and services.
Key risks
- Lease details and any associated charges are still being compiled; confirm these before proceeding.
- The visible exterior appears generally intact, but the full roof and building condition have not been assessed.
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