Dunstable Road, Luton, Bedfordshire, LU4
East of England
£400,000
Listed on 04/11/2026
Listed on 04/11/2026
The listing
Property details
Bedrooms
3Type
Semi DetachedArea
1050 sqftFeatures
- Garage
- Garden
- Parking
Description
This chain-free three-bedroom semi-detached house on Dunstable Road has an existing ground-floor extension, a driveway and a side garage. The accommodation includes two reception areas, three bedrooms, a downstairs shower room and a first-floor family bathroom. The property also has a substantial rear garden and a sizeable plot.
The listing notes potential for further extension or development, subject to planning permission. Leagrave station is approximately one mile away, with Thameslink services to London St Pancras, and the property has road access to the M1 at Junction 11. Local shops, schools and Luton & Dunstable University Hospital are also within reach. Buyers should note that an AML check fee is payable after an offer is accepted.
WHOTS analysis
Our WHOTS verdict
An internal assessment of the opportunity to acquire, improve and create value.
52out of 100
Grade DWeak opportunity
Confidence: MEDIUM
This chain-free three-bedroom semi has a sizeable garden, driveway and garage, with usable accommodation that offers a light cosmetic refresh rather than a major renovation. The dated finishes and older kitchen give a buyer scope to update the presentation, while the extended living space and potential to extend further subject to planning add flexibility.
At £400,000, the asking price is about 6.3% above the local average per square foot, so value is a limitation rather than a standout. Once purchase and works are considered, costs look tight against local benchmarks; the plot, parking and transport links are attractive, but the numbers call for a careful purchase price.
Key opportunities
- Refresh the dated finishes and flooring to give the usable rooms a more current feel.
- The sizeable rear garden, driveway and garage provide useful outdoor space and practical parking.
- Explore the stated potential for further extension, subject to planning permission.
Key risks
- The asking price is above the local £/sqf average, while purchase-plus-works costs look tight against local benchmarks.
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Transport
Nearest stations
Leagrave Rail Station
0.9 miles
Train · Leagrave
Luton Rail Station
2.0 miles
Train · Luton
Luton Airport Parkway Rail Station
3.0 miles
Train · Luton Airport
Luton Airport DART Station
3.7 miles
Metro · Luton Airport
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Current average variable rate is 6.58%
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£1,634
Based on a loan of £300,000 over 30 years at 5.13% interest
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