Summary - 20 IVANHOE CLOSE DONCASTER DN5 8DY
2 bed 1 bath Detached Bungalow
Chain-free bungalow with garage, garden and clear scope to add value.
No onward chain; freehold detached bungalow on a large plot
Two bedrooms, front-facing lounge and conservatory overlooking garden
Detached garage with rear workshop; parking for up to three cars
Requires updating throughout — kitchen and internal decor dated
Potential to extend into roof (many nearby properties have done so)
Mains gas central heating, double glazing already installed
Area shows higher crime rates and local deprivation — affects resale
Council tax described as affordable; broadband fast, mobile signal excellent
Set on a generous plot in Sprotbrough, this detached two-bedroom bungalow offers an easy, single-floor layout ideal for downsizers seeking space and privacy. The front-facing lounge, conservatory overlooking the rear garden, and detached garage with a workshop give practical living and storage options from day one. The property is freehold and chain free, with mains gas central heating and double glazing already fitted.
The interior requires updating — the kitchen and internal decor are dated and the bungalow needs renovation throughout. There is clear potential to add value: several neighbouring properties have extended into the roofspace, so loft conversion could create extra bedrooms or a home office (subject to consents). The large plot and off-street parking for up to three cars add further flexibility for families or buyers wanting space for hobbies and vehicles.
Buyer considerations: the bungalow sits in an area with higher-than-average crime and local deprivation indicators, which may affect future resale values and insurance costs. The property is structurally conventional (1967–75 build, filled cavity walls) but will need cosmetic and possibly systems updating to modern standards. Immediate positives include easy motorway access (A1 nearby), good local schools, fast broadband and strong mobile signal.
For someone prepared to refurbish, this home offers a roomy, low-maintenance base in a popular suburban location with realistic scope to increase living space and value. For downsizers or small families wanting single-level living with parking, a private garden and a garage workshop, it’s a practical proposition — provided you accept the renovation work and local area challenges.
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