Compact starter home with garden, parking and solar panels — ideal for first-time buyers..
Chain-free three-bedroom semi-detached freehold
This three-bedroom, semi-detached freehold on West Town Road is offered chain-free and presents a clear opportunity for a first-time buyer to create a comfortable home. The property has useful practical features: gas central heating, double glazing, solar panels and off-street parking, plus an extensive rear garden with side access. At about 681 sq ft the house is compact, with a dual-aspect lounge/diner, fitted kitchen, and a single first-floor bathroom.
The plot and layout give good scope for incremental improvement rather than a full rebuild. The large garden and driveway are standout practical assets, and solar panels reduce running costs. Local transport links are strong — easy access to the A4 Portway, M5 junctions, Park and Ride and a direct train line to Temple Meads — and several Ofsted-rated ‘Good’ primary and secondary schools are within reach.
Buyers should be aware this is a mid-20th-century home that needs some external and cosmetic attention: the exterior shows roof wear and general maintenance is required. The wider area scores as deprived with above-average crime statistics; these are material considerations for families and long-term owners. The property’s modest internal size means storage and room proportions are limited compared with larger family homes.
Overall, this is a practical, affordable starter home for someone prepared to invest time and modest funds to modernise. Its freehold status, low council tax band and energy-saving solar panels make it an economical purchase, while the garden and parking are rare benefits in this area.