Pattinson Estate Agents says ..

Property Oracle says ..

This three-bedroom semi-detached house in Banbury, Oxfordshire, presents a mixed bag of attributes. Located in the Ruscote area, it benefits from being relatively close to Banbury town centre and its amenities, as well as several well-rated schools. The property’s exterior appears generally well-maintained, showing a solid brick structure. However, the internal photos suggest that significant modernisation is needed. The decor is dated, and some areas show wear and tear, indicating that updating fixtures, fittings, and potentially some structural elements would be beneficial. The kitchen and bathroom show obvious signs of requiring upgrading. The carpets and flooring appear dated.

Despite this, the property offers a considerable advantage: a sizeable garden that extends beyond what is typically found in comparable homes in the area. This is reflected in several of the external photos which show a relatively large back garden. This substantial outdoor space provides potential for future development and enhances the overall appeal.

The listed price of £180,000 needs careful consideration. While comparable properties in the area have sold for prices ranging widely (suggesting some price volatility), the condition of this property and the required renovations must be factored into the pricing assessment. The larger-than-average garden space potentially offsets the need for renovations to a certain degree, and it’s important to note that the lack of square footage data means an accurate price per square foot analysis is impossible. While needing work, the property’s location and garden size give some upside, but any buyer would need to factor in the cost of upgrading the internal structure.

Therefore, we give this property 6 / 10. *Disclaimer: This is our option and does constitute a recommendation or financial advice. Do your own research. *

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