Lorne Road, Dorchester
South West
£280,000
Listed on 28/10/2026
Listed on 28/10/2026
The listing
Property details
Bedrooms
3Type
TerracedArea
982 sqftFeatures
- Garden
Description
Offered with no onward chain, this three-bedroom terraced house is in a residential part of Dorchester, within walking distance of the hospital, schools and everyday amenities. The accommodation is described as well proportioned, with scope for updating and modernisation to suit a new owner's requirements.
A generous rear garden provides outdoor space for gardening and other uses. The location also offers convenient access to local services and commuter routes. The property may suit buyers seeking a home to update or investors assessing a refurbishment opportunity.
WHOTS analysis
Our WHOTS verdict
An internal assessment of the opportunity to acquire, improve and create value.
71out of 100
Grade BGood opportunity
Confidence: MEDIUM
At £280,000, this three-bedroom Dorchester terrace is priced at £285/sqf, around 17% below the local average—a meaningful opportunity to acquire below the area benchmark. It’s a usable home with scope for a light, cosmetic refresh, and the no-chain sale adds convenience.
The generous established garden, with its paved seating area, is a particular attraction. Dated but serviceable finishes offer room to put your own stamp on the property, while the nearby hospital, schools and everyday amenities support its practical appeal.
Key opportunities
- Acquire at a notably below-average local £/sqf price, with a usable home to personalise.
- Refresh the dated but apparently serviceable interior finishes to create a more contemporary feel.
- Tidy and enhance the established rear garden, which already has lawn, planting and a paved seating area.
Key risks
None recorded.
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Transport
Nearest stations
Dorchester West Rail Station
0.3 miles
Train · Dorchester
Dorchester South Rail Station
0.6 miles
Train · Dorchester
Upwey Rail Station
4.4 miles
Train · Upwey
Moreton (Dorset) Rail Station
6.0 miles
Train · Moreton
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£1,058
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