Peter Anthony says ..

Property Oracle says ..

The property is located in Burnage, Manchester, a suburb with a mix of housing types. The area benefits from relatively easy access to public transport, with Burnage train station being approximately 0.61km away, providing links to Manchester city centre and other areas. Several schools are within a reasonable distance, including Burnage Academy for Boys, which has an “Outstanding” Ofsted rating. The presence of local amenities such as Tesco Superstore adds to the convenience of the location. However, the lack of detailed information on the immediate vicinity and the quality of local shops and other amenities makes it difficult to give a definitive location score.

Based on the provided images, the property appears to be in fair condition. While the exterior presents well, the interior shows signs of wear and tear, particularly in the bedrooms which appear cluttered and in need of some updating. The kitchen shows signs of potential issues, with some exposed flooring and what looks like damp. This suggests that some level of maintenance or modernisation may be required. The bathroom appears relatively modern and well-maintained.

The property has a garden, which is a positive feature. The size of the garden is not specified, but the images suggest it’s of a reasonable size for a semi-detached house.

The list price of £320,000 is significantly below the average price of £468,490 for the area. However, the average price per square foot is £383, and the property’s size is 724.19 sqft. A simple calculation suggests a price per sqft of approximately £442. Given the property’s condition and the need for potential repairs or modernisation, the list price may appear reasonable in comparison to other properties in the area, particularly those in need of renovation. However, the lack of sqft information for nearby properties makes a definitive comparison difficult. The nearby properties show a wide range of prices, suggesting a varied market with properties requiring different levels of investment.

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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