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1 Hamond Close, South Croydon, CR2 6BZ

South East

£325,000Guide Price

Listed on 30/10/2026

The listing

Property details

Bedrooms
2
Type
Semi Detached

Features

  • Garden
  • Parking

Description

Offered at auction, this vacant two-bedroom semi-detached house is described as requiring updating. The ground floor comprises an entrance hall, reception room, kitchen and WC, while both first-floor bedrooms have en-suite facilities. The property also has off-street parking and a rear garden. South Croydon and Purley provide nearby shops, supermarkets, cafés, restaurants and everyday services. Road access is available via Brighton Road (A235), and Purley Oaks is the stated National Rail station. Croham Hurst Woods offers nearby woodland walks and open space. The accommodation and existing condition provide scope for a buyer to consider updating the house.

WHOTS analysis

Our WHOTS verdict

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

50out of 100
Grade DWeak opportunity

Confidence: LOW

This vacant two-bedroom semi-detached house offers a light, practical refresh rather than a major renovation: the reception room, bedrooms and fitted kitchen are usable, with dated finishes and some carpet wear creating scope for redecoration and selective updates. The rear garden also offers a clear improvement project, while off-street parking and access to South Croydon and Purley’s amenities add appeal.

At £325,000, the value comparison is incomplete because floor area is missing, so value against local £/sqf cannot yet be judged. The overall D grade reflects that uncertainty and a moderate project score, not a confirmed pricing problem.

Key opportunities

  • Refresh the dated décor and worn carpets across the usable living spaces for a more current feel.
  • Improve the rear garden through clearance, planting and attention to the weathered boundary fencing.
  • Make use of the off-street parking and convenient access to South Croydon, Purley and nearby green space.

Key risks

None recorded.

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Location

1 Hamond Close, South Croydon, CR2 6BZ
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Transport

Nearest stations

  • Purley Oaks Rail Station

    0.5 miles

    Train · Purley

  • Sanderstead Rail Station

    0.7 miles

    Train · Sanderstead

  • Purley Rail Station

    0.9 miles

    Train · Purley

  • South Croydon Rail Station

    1.1 miles

    Train · South Croydon

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Current average 2-year fixed rate is 4.45%

Current average variable rate is 6.60%

Monthly Repayments
£1,228
Based on a loan of £243,750 over 30 years at 4.45% interest

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