Summary -
24 Smithies Street,BARNSLEY,S71 1RB
S71 1RB
1 bed 1 bath Flat
Auction lot near Barnsley town centre for buyers willing to refurbish and add value.
- One-bedroom first-floor flat with private balcony
- Approximately 506 sq ft; lounge, separate kitchen
- Double glazed windows and gas central heating present
- EPC rating D; council tax band A (low running costs)
- Requires full modernisation throughout, dated kitchen
- Leasehold sale; ground rent listed at £10 (check lease)
- To be sold at auction 27–28 October; vacant possession
- Local area: very high crime and high deprivation
This one-bedroom, first-floor flat in Smithies Street is offered at auction with vacant possession and no onward chain. At about 506 sq ft it includes a lounge with private balcony, separate kitchen, double glazing and gas central heating—features that help it rent or occupy comfortably after refurbishment.
The property requires a full scheme of modernisation throughout: the kitchen is dated, and general cosmetic and upgrade work will be needed to meet contemporary standards. EPC rating D and a low council tax band A reflect modest running costs, but buyers should budget for improvement works and any leasehold charges.
Sold leasehold and marketed for auction, this apartment is pitched at investors and budget-conscious first-time buyers seeking a low-entry purchase with clear value-add potential. The area offers town-centre access and transport links, but note local challenges: very high recorded crime, high deprivation, and an outer-city hardship classification—factors that affect resale and rental demand.
Practical details for bidders: the lot will be sold at auction (27–28 October). Ground rent is modest (listed at £10), but buyers must check lease length and other charges before bidding. For a purchaser prepared to modernise, this flat represents an affordable renovation or buy-to-let opportunity close to Barnsley town centre.
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