Summary - 71 SMAWTHORNE AVENUE, CASTLEFORD WF10 5BG
3 bed 1 bath Terraced
Chain-free starter home with garden and renovation potential near transport links.
Chain-free three-bedroom mid-terrace with enclosed rear garden and cellar
Good-sized lounge and spacious kitchen/diner overlooking playing fields
Dated kitchen; signs of damp/mould — renovation required
Solid brick walls likely uninsulated; energy-efficiency improvements possible
EPC Grade D; mains gas boiler and radiators in place
Fast broadband and excellent mobile signal; close to train station
Small plot, average internal size (817 sq ft); council tax band A
Area deprivation high and local crime level elevated — consider location risks
Chain-free mid-terrace with three bedrooms and a private rear garden, ideal for first-time buyers or buy-to-let investors. The house offers a good-sized lounge, a spacious kitchen/diner and a cellar, with pleasant rear views over local playing fields. Practical layout and nearby transport links make day-to-day life straightforward.
The property requires modernization: the kitchen is dated and shows signs of damp/mold in places, and the solid brick walls likely lack cavity insulation. EPC D indicates scope to improve energy efficiency and running costs. These are realistic upkeep and improvement items that can add value with targeted investment.
Strong local amenities include a town centre, train station and several good primary and secondary schools within easy reach. Broadband speeds are fast and mobile signal is excellent, useful for home working or tenants. Council tax is low and the tenure is freehold, simplifying purchase costs.
Buyers looking for a practical starter home or a rental with immediate income potential will find this a workable opportunity. Budget for essential refurbishment and possible damp remediation to unlock the property’s full comfort and value potential.
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