Summary - 35 Balaclava Road BS16 3LJ
2 bed 1 bath Terraced
Partially renovated Victorian terrace with loft conversion plans and strong value-upside.
Chain-free auction sale; quick 56-day completion possible
A two-bedroom Victorian mid-terrace in Fishponds offered chain-free by auction — a clear project for an investor or DIY buyer wanting to add value. Substantial partial works are already in place: a new boiler, gas central heating, new kitchen and replastered ground floor reduce upfront costs. Building regulations, drawings and a party wall agreement are in place for a loft conversion (one large en-suite bedroom or two smaller bedrooms and a bathroom); the upstairs staircase has been removed to accommodate this.
The property sits in a quiet cul-de-sac with good transport links to Bristol city centre, close to Fishponds High Street amenities, schools rated 'Good' and the Bristol–Bath cycle path. It includes a private garden, double glazing (install date unknown) and solid brick walls typical of its era — offering period character and clear scope for thermal upgrades and cosmetic refurbishment.
Buyers should be aware this is an unfinished renovation: further works are required to complete the home and bring the loft conversion to fruition. The garden requires maintenance and the rear roof/fencing shows signs of disrepair. The area has higher crime and deprivation indicators, which will affect long-term rental demand and resale in some buyer segments.
Sale is by the Modern Method of Auction. A Buyer Information Pack (fee applies) and a non-refundable reservation fee on completion are payable by the purchaser — please factor auction costs and the 56-day completion timeline into any purchase plans. This is a practical opportunity for someone prepared to finish the refurbishment and capture uplift in value quickly.
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