Chain-free freehold three-bedroom mid-terrace
Two reception rooms plus ground-floor cloakroom
Enclosed front and rear gardens, small-to-average plot
Communal off-street parking accessed via side passage
Requires modernization: dated kitchen and internal finishes
EPC D; likely uninsulated cavity walls — energy upgrades advised
High local crime and area deprivation may affect resale/rental
Fast broadband and good mobile signal; nearby schools and amenities
This three-bedroom mid-terraced house in Marlowe Close is offered chain-free on a freehold title, presenting a straightforward purchase for a first-time buyer or investor. The layout includes two reception rooms, a separate kitchen, ground-floor cloakroom and an enclosed front and rear garden — practical spaces for everyday family living. The property benefits from gas central heating, double glazing and fast broadband availability.
The home requires some modernisation: the kitchen and internal finishes are dated and the property would benefit from cosmetic updating throughout. The EPC rating is D and the cavity walls are assumed uninsulated, so buyers should allow budget for energy-efficiency improvements. Communal parking is provided to the rear via a covered side passage; the plot and gardens are small-to-average for an in-town terrace.
Location-wise, the house sits in an urban residential area of Basingstoke with local amenities, good primary and secondary schools nearby and excellent mobile signal. Be aware the neighbourhood has higher crime and deprivation indicators, which may affect resale or rental demand; consider this when planning security and letting strategies.
Overall, the property is a practical, low-entry opportunity to create value through targeted renovation — ideal for buyers wanting to move quickly without an onward chain, or for landlords seeking a modest-yield rental after upgrading key elements.
