Summary - 73 Shaftesbury Road WD17 2RG
2 bed 1 bath House
Two-bedroom fixer with garden, refurbishment potential and strong transport links.
Chain-free Victorian mid-terrace, freehold ownership
This mid-terrace Victorian house sits in the heart of Watford, offering a practical two-bedroom layout ideal for a first-time buyer seeking an affordable town-centre home. The property is chain-free and freehold, with a through lounge/dining room, compact kitchen, downstairs WC and a small rear garden — a straightforward blank canvas for updating.
The house requires full modernisation: kitchen, bathroom and decorative finishes are dated and the solid brick walls likely lack modern insulation. Heating is gas boiler and radiators; glazing is double but install date is unknown. The modest plot and room sizes mean improvements should focus on efficient layouts and value-adding finishes rather than extension.
For buyers comfortable with renovation, there is clear upside: town-centre location, easy access to local amenities, fast broadband and excellent mobile signal. Nearby schools include strong secondary options (Watford Grammar School for Girls rated Outstanding) and a mix of primary schools. Average crime and area deprivation scores align with an inner-city cosmopolitan setting.
Material facts to note: the property needs refurbishment, has no known flood risk, and offers limited external space. Viewing is by appointment; consider a professional survey to identify scope and cost of works before committing.
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