Summary - 18 Oakham Way DE7 8TF
2 bed 1 bath Detached Bungalow
Single-storey two-bed bungalow with parking and garden — ideal for downsizing and modernising..
Detached two-bedroom bungalow with single-storey convenience
Fitted kitchen/diner; lounge with original 1970s ceiling beams
Decent plot with low-maintenance rear garden and paved paths
Off-street parking for several vehicles on paved driveway
Mains gas combi boiler and radiators; fast broadband available
Double glazing fitted before 2002 — may need future replacement
Area has above-average crime and higher deprivation levels
Modest total size (786 sqft); cosmetic updating likely required
This two-bedroom detached bungalow on Oakham Way offers practical, single-storey living in a quiet cul-de-sac — well suited to downsizers or those seeking ground-floor convenience. The layout includes a fitted kitchen/diner, a generous lounge with original 1970s character, and a manageable rear garden with paved paths and planted borders. Off-street parking for several vehicles and a decent plot add everyday convenience.
The home is solidly constructed (late 1970s/early 1980s) with cavity walls, mains gas central heating via a Baxi combi boiler, and double glazing already installed. Broadband speeds are reported fast and there are good local amenities nearby, including bus links, shops and medical facilities, which supports independent living without heavy reliance on a car.
Buyers should note the property retains many 1970s features and will benefit from cosmetic updating to suit modern tastes — carpets, textured ceilings and some dated fixtures are present. The double glazing is pre-2002 and could be due for replacement in the medium term. The local area records above-average crime and higher deprivation scores, which may affect desirability and resale; council tax is described as affordable.
Overall this bungalow delivers straightforward, low-maintenance single-storey accommodation with scope to modernise and personalise. It will appeal to purchasers prioritising practical layout and ease of access rather than a fully refurbished finish.
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