Summary - 40 HOWARD ROAD, ILFORD IG1 2EX
4 bed 3 bath Terraced
HMO-ready period home with strong transport links and off-street parking.
HMO-ready: three bedrooms with en suites, master-keyed system and fire alarm in place
Extended kitchen/diner with bifold doors and skylight
Off-street parking — valuable in Ilford
Ground-floor shower room plus separate WC for flexibility
Solid-brick Victorian mid-terrace; likely no wall insulation
Unknown glazing install dates; further updating may be needed
Small rear plot; limited outdoor space
Higher local crime and area deprivation may affect management and yields
This mid-terrace Victorian house has been extended and set up for HMO use, offering immediate rental income potential. Three principal rooms each have en suites and there is a ground-floor shower room plus separate WC, making the layout highly adaptable for sharers or multi-generational living. Off-street parking and an open-plan kitchen/diner with bifold doors and skylight add practical appeal for tenants and families alike.
Location strengths include excellent transport links (Elizabeth Line and multiple bus routes), proximity to Ilford Lane amenities, and several highly rated schools nearby — factors that support strong tenant demand. The property is offered freehold with no onward chain, allowing a quicker purchase and letting process.
Be aware of material factors affecting maintenance and running costs: the terrace is solid-brick construction with assumed no wall insulation, glazing dates are unknown, and the building dates from c.1900–1929 so further updating may be required. The area records higher crime and greater deprivation than average, which can influence tenant mix, management needs and yields. The plot is small with limited outdoor space.
Overall this is a practical buy-to-let or owner-occupier opportunity for someone prepared to manage an HMO or complete targeted upgrades. HMO-compliant features are already in place, reducing immediate conversion work, but prospective buyers should budget for insulation, possible window replacement and ongoing management given the local context.
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