Reading Road, Lower Basildon RG8
South East
£525,000
Listed on 02/10/2026
Listed on 02/10/2026
The listing
Property details
Bedrooms
3Type
Detached BungalowArea
2258 sqftFeatures
- Garage
- Garden
- Parking
Description
This three-bedroom detached bungalow offers approximately 2,258 square feet of single-level accommodation on a substantial plot in Lower Basildon. The property is offered with no onward chain and is described as having scope for refurbishment or redevelopment, subject to the relevant planning consents.
WHOTS analysis
Our WHOTS verdict
An internal assessment of the opportunity to acquire, improve and create value.
80out of 100
Grade AStrong opportunity
Confidence: MEDIUM
At £525,000, this detached bungalow offers a strikingly low entry price for its 2,258 sq ft: about £233 per sq ft, versus a local average of £488. That makes the asking price a clear acquisition opportunity, while the £6,000–£18,000 renovation range points to a light, mainly cosmetic project rather than a full overhaul. The spacious reception areas, usable layout and vaulted bedroom ceiling give you a substantial canvas to update.
Key opportunities
- Refresh the dated finishes across the reception rooms and the functional kitchen and bathroom.
- Make selective improvements to the substantial garden, retaining its mature planting and pond.
- Explore the listing’s stated potential to extend or remodel, subject to local planning consents.
Key risks
None recorded.
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Current average variable rate is 6.60%
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£1,983
Based on a loan of £393,750 over 30 years at 4.45% interest
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