Summary - 7c, Swinburne Street, DERBY DE1 2HL
1 bed 1 bath Flat
Top-floor one-bedroom apartment in bay-fronted Victorian townhouse
Immediate vacant possession; EPC C
Large open-plan living/kitchen and generous bedroom
Requires cosmetic renovation; interior works and updating needed
Leasehold sale by auction — 10% deposit and buyer’s fees apply
Located in very deprived area with very high local crime rates
LPG boiler heating (individual supply); walls likely uninsulated
Close to city centre amenities and public transport links
This top-floor one-bedroom apartment sits within a bay-fronted Victorian townhouse on a pleasant tree-lined avenue a short walk from Derby city centre. Offered with immediate vacant possession and an EPC rating of C, the flat presents a straightforward buy-to-let or renovation opportunity for investors prepared to carry out cosmetic work.
The accommodation includes a large open-plan living/kitchen, a double bedroom and a three-piece bathroom. The property benefits from uPVC double glazing and gas (LPG) central heating via boiler and radiators. The building is traditional solid-brick construction with character features and tall ceilings, giving scope to add value with thoughtful refurbishment.
Important practical considerations: the flat is leasehold and will be sold at auction, subject to a 10% deposit (minimum £5,000) and buyers’ fees. The area is classified as very deprived with very high local crime rates, and the property requires cosmetic renovation. Heating runs on LPG (individual supply) and walls are likely uninsulated, which will affect running costs and renovation scope.
This lot suits experienced buy-to-let investors or renovators who understand auction purchase terms and can factor in refurbishment costs and local market challenges. For a buyer able to act quickly, the combination of low guide price and central location offers clear upside once improvements and management plans are in place.
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