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Durbar Road, Luton, LU4

East of England

£585,000Guide Price

Listed on 24/10/2026

The listing

Property details

Bedrooms
5
Type
Semi Detached

Features

  • Garden
  • Parking

Description

This five-bedroom offering comprises a three-bedroom semi-detached house and a separate, self-contained one-bedroom bungalow. The main house is described as having two bathrooms and a flexible layout that buyers may choose to update to their own requirements. It also has a mature garden with established fruit trees and space for outdoor use. The detached bungalow is described as newly built and includes its own garden and dedicated off-road parking. The listing states that the two dwellings have separate title deeds and house numbers. The bungalow may suit independent family accommodation or other uses, with any rental use subject to the relevant requirements. The seller also notes possible scope to extend it, subject to planning; feasibility and permissions would need to be checked. Local shops, schools, bus services and other everyday amenities are stated to be nearby. The listing places Luton town centre and railway station within reach, with the station approximately 2km away. Offered through Purplebricks Secure Sale, the sale process includes a non-refundable reservation fee of £8,975 including VAT, payable in addition to the agreed price, and buyers should review the legal pack and sale terms.

WHOTS analysis

Our WHOTS verdict

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

56out of 100
Grade DWeak opportunity

Confidence: LOW

The standout here is the combination of a three-bedroom semi and a separate, self-contained one-bedroom bungalow, giving the property unusual flexibility for multigenerational living, guests or potential rental use, subject to any necessary consents. The main house is usable but dated, so the £5,000–£15,000 works range points to a relatively light opportunity to refresh finishes and flooring, while the established garden is already a strong feature. The listing also mentions possible bungalow extension subject to planning, but feasibility is not established.

At 56/100, this is a weaker overall opportunity rather than a clear value-led buy. The floor area is missing, so value versus local £/sqf cannot yet be judged; the covered rear structure’s exposed brickwork and roof structure also merit inspection.

Key opportunities

  • The separate self-contained bungalow offers flexibility for extended family, guests or potential rental use, subject to any necessary consents.
  • Refresh the main house’s dated finishes and selectively update flooring within the £5,000–£15,000 renovation range.
  • Retain and enjoy the mature garden, with scope for minor improvements to older paving or boundaries.

Key risks

  • The covered rear structure has exposed brickwork and roof structure that warrant inspection.

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Durbar Road, Luton, LU4
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Based on a loan of £438,750 over 30 years at 4.45% interest

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