Summary - 51 WALLINGFORD STREET WANTAGE OX12 8AU
2 bed 1 bath Detached
Compact character-packed house ideal for small families or investors.
No onward chain — immediate purchase possible
A brick-faced Victorian detached house in the heart of Wantage, offered with no onward chain and ready for immediate occupation. The house provides two bedrooms across three floors, two separate living areas and a fitted kitchen with an adjoining utility that gives side access — a practical town-centre layout for small-family living or a buyer seeking rental potential.
Period details and original character remain evident throughout, from the red brick exterior to internal ceiling beams and a gas fireplace. The property is compact (approximately 858 sq ft) and sits on a very small plot with a modest rear garden, making maintenance manageable. Parking is on-street only and the property lies within the Wantage town centre conservation area.
Buyers should note some clear limitations: the EPC rating is E and the solid brick walls are assumed to have no insulation, so upgrading heating efficiency and insulation would be advisable. Double glazing was installed before 2002 and some modernization would improve comfort and value. There is no driveway and the plot is small, but location, character and chain-free status make this a straightforward buy for downsizers, first-time buyers prepared to refurbish, or investors seeking a town-centre rental.
Practical utilities are all in place — mains gas heating with boiler and radiators, mains water, mains electrics and mains drains — and connectivity is strong with excellent mobile signal and fast broadband available. Flood risk is generally low, with a medium surface-water risk noted; prospective buyers should factor this into any external works or landscaping plans.
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