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Rayleigh Road, Hutton, CM13

East of England

£575,000

Listed on 25/10/2026

The listing

Property details

Bedrooms
3
Type
Detached
Area
1410 sqft

Features

  • Garden

Description

This detached chalet-style bungalow provides approximately 1,410 sq ft of accommodation, with a flexible layout arranged over two floors. The ground floor includes an entrance hall, living room, dining room, kitchen, bathroom, bedroom, conservatory, store room and play room. Two further bedrooms and a second bathroom are on the first floor. The property is described as needing updating in some areas and offers scope for improvement. The listing also notes potential to extend, subject to the necessary planning consents. A private rear garden provides outdoor space, while local schools, amenities and transport links are nearby. Shenfield station is approximately 1.2 miles away. The accommodation and layout may suit buyers looking to adapt the house to their requirements.

WHOTS analysis

Our WHOTS verdict

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72out of 100
Grade BGood opportunity

Confidence: MEDIUM

At £575,000, this detached chalet-style bungalow is priced at £408/sq ft, 18% below the local average—a strong entry point for a buyer looking to add value. It offers around 1,410 sq ft, a versatile layout and an enclosed rear garden, with Shenfield station about 1.2 miles away.

The house is usable and much of the living space is presentable, so the work looks like a light, targeted refresh rather than a full renovation. The peeling bathroom finish, damaged ceiling edge and weathered or unfinished parts of the garden give you clear places to improve presentation; the listing also mentions possible extension potential, subject to planning.

Key opportunities

  • Buy at £408/sq ft, 18% below the local average, with a clear price advantage at the asking price.
  • Refresh the damaged bathroom finish and ceiling edge while updating dated details to create a more cohesive presentation.
  • Improve the enclosed garden by maintaining the decking and finishing bare or unfinished ground; the listing also mentions possible extension potential, subject to planning.

Key risks

None recorded.

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Current average 2-year fixed rate is 4.45%

Current average variable rate is 6.60%

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£2,172
Based on a loan of £431,250 over 30 years at 4.45% interest

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