Mersea Avenue, West Mersea, COLCHESTER
East of England
£330,000Guide Price
Listed on 11/11/2026
Listed on 11/11/2026
The listing
Property details
Bedrooms
2Type
Detached BungalowFeatures
- Garden
- Parking
Description
Offered at auction, this detached two-bedroom bungalow on Mersea Island is being sold with no onward chain and is described as requiring renovation. The accommodation includes two double bedrooms and spacious living areas, with a generous garden and off-street parking.
The property is close to local amenities including shops, a school, healthcare services, pubs and restaurants, as well as coastal walks. The sale uses the Modern Method of Auction, with a reservation fee and buyer information pack. Buyers should check the auction terms, pack and property details, and make their own enquiries before proceeding.
WHOTS analysis
Our WHOTS verdict
An internal assessment of the opportunity to acquire, improve and create value.
42out of 100
Grade ELow opportunity
Confidence: LOW
This detached two-bedroom bungalow on Mersea Island has the makings of a substantial renovation project, with a generous garden, off-street parking and scope to rework the dated, cluttered interiors. The kitchen and bathroom need significant updating, while the overgrown garden and deteriorated rear extension area offer further opportunities to reshape and improve the property; the main roof is not clear enough in the photos to assess.
The score is E (42/100), reflecting limited condition and risk scores alongside value and economics that cannot be judged fully from the available data. The floor area is missing, so value versus local £/sqf cannot yet be assessed. Check the rear extension and the sale terms carefully before proceeding.
Key opportunities
- Rework the dated living spaces and finishes to create a more cohesive home suited to the next owner.
- Replace the worn kitchen and bathroom fittings as part of a substantial interior transformation.
- Clear and redesign the overgrown garden, making better use of the outdoor space, parking and detached setting.
Key risks
- Cluttered, stripped-back areas and deteriorated finishes around the rear extension make this a heavy, multi-stage programme rather than a cosmetic refresh; allow time for clearance, inspection and a full interior rebuild.
- The rear extension shows deteriorated finishes and exposed-looking framing, and its condition and required work need inspection; the main roof could not be assessed from the photos.
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Transport
Nearest stations
Wivenhoe Rail Station
5.7 miles
Train · Wivenhoe
Alresford (Essex) Rail Station
6.4 miles
Train · Alresford
Hythe (Essex) Rail Station
7.4 miles
Train · The Hythe
Colchester Town Rail Station
7.4 miles
Train · Colchester City Centre
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£1,348
Based on a loan of £247,500 over 30 years at 5.13% interest
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