Berwick Avenue, Chelmsford, CM1
East of England
£500,000
Listed on 31/10/2026
Listed on 31/10/2026
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Property details
Bedrooms
4Type
DetachedArea
2382 sqftFeatures
- Garden
- Parking
Description
A detached chalet bungalow on a generous corner plot in Broomfield, with accommodation described as offering up to five bedrooms and four reception rooms. The existing layout includes a large open-plan kitchen and conservatory, plus a principal bedroom with dressing area and en-suite. The listing states that two extensions are already underway, intended to add further living space, including a fifth bedroom with en-suite and an enlarged kitchen and family area. The property also has a private rear garden and off-road parking, with access to Chelmsford city centre. The unfinished building work and stated planning permission make the completion and verification of the extension scheme central considerations for a purchaser.
WHOTS analysis
Our WHOTS verdict
An internal assessment of the opportunity to acquire, improve and create value.
82out of 100
Grade AStrong opportunity
Confidence: MEDIUM
At £500,000, this substantial detached chalet bungalow is priced at about £210 per sq ft, well below the local average of £412 — a strong entry point for a value-adding project. The one-third-acre corner plot, mature garden and full planning permission give the unfinished extensions real scope to add living space, including the proposed larger kitchen/family area and additional bedroom accommodation.
This is a heavy project rather than a cosmetic refresh: several interiors have older finishes, and the side and rear extensions remain incomplete. For someone ready to take on a substantial programme, the scale of the house and the opportunity to complete and shape the extensions make this a compelling canvas.
Key opportunities
- Complete the two permitted extensions to create the proposed additional living space, including an enlarged kitchen/family area and further bedroom accommodation.
- Rework the dated fitted kitchen and adjoining conservatory as part of a more cohesive open-plan family space.
- Refresh the substantial house and make better use of the generous garden and mature trees once the building work is complete.
Key risks
- Open blockwork, unfinished surfaces and a heavy full-interior programme mean planning for a substantial rebuild and coordinated project timeline, not a cosmetic refresh.
- A damaged or discoloured wall area is visible in the hall; inspect to establish its cause and whether further repair is needed.
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Transport
Nearest stations
Chelmsford Rail Station
1.5 miles
Train · Chelmsford City Centre
Beaulieu Park
2.1 miles
Train · Beaulieu
Hatfield Peverel Rail Station
5.5 miles
Train · Hatfield Peverel
Ingatestone Rail Station
7.2 miles
Train · Ingatestone
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