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Lawn Hall Chase, North End, Dunmow, Essex

East of England

£425,000

Listed on 05/11/2026

The listing

Property details

Bedrooms
3
Type
Detached Bungalow
Area
1200 sqft

Features

  • Garage
  • Garden
  • Parking

Description

This detached three-bedroom bungalow sits on a plot of approximately a quarter of an acre in the hamlet of North End, with open countryside views and no onward chain. The listing states that planning permission has been granted for demolition of the existing property and construction of two three-bedroom semi-detached homes; the application is referenced as UTT/25/1770/FUL on the Uttlesford District Council website. Buyers should check the approved plans and permission directly with the council.

WHOTS analysis

Our WHOTS verdict

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

54out of 100
Grade DWeak opportunity

Confidence: MEDIUM

The £425,000 asking price is 9.5% below the local average per square foot, making this a comparatively inexpensive way to acquire a detached three-bedroom bungalow with a garage, driveway and generous wraparound garden. The rural setting and open countryside views add to its appeal.

The existing home offers a medium-scale refurbishment project: dated finishes, worn flooring and visible wall damage provide scope to update the interiors, while the overgrown garden could be brought back into shape. The listing also states that permission has been granted for two replacement homes; verify the approval and its conditions with the local authority before relying on that option. The overall score is D because the project’s economics are only moderate despite the attractive price per square foot.

Key opportunities

  • Refresh the dated interiors, including the kitchen and bathroom, and update worn flooring and finishes.
  • Restore the wraparound garden, with mature hedges and countryside views providing a strong setting.
  • Explore the listing’s stated planning permission for two replacement homes after verifying the details and conditions with the local authority.

Key risks

  • Visible local wall cracking and surface damage need investigation to establish their cause and extent.

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Location

Lawn Hall Chase, North End, Dunmow, Essex
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Transport

Nearest stations

  • Braintree Rail Station

    7.0 miles

    Train · Braintree

  • Beaulieu Park

    7.0 miles

    Train · Beaulieu

  • Chelmsford Rail Station

    7.2 miles

    Train · Chelmsford City Centre

  • Stansted Airport Rail Station

    7.3 miles

    Train · Stansted Airport

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Finance

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Current average 2-year fixed rate is 5.13%

Current average variable rate is 6.58%

Monthly Repayments
£1,737
Based on a loan of £318,750 over 30 years at 5.13% interest

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