Spacious Victorian semi with large garden, garage and no upward chain, in need of modernisation..
No upward chain — available for immediate purchase
Large private garden with side access; needs refurbishment
Garage plus workshop/former school room on site
Five double bedrooms; bedroom 5 accessed via bedroom 3
Period features: high ceilings, sash bay window, character details
Requires modernisation throughout; potential for improvement
Solid brick walls likely uninsulated; energy upgrades needed
Located a short walk to town and several well-rated schools
This substantial Victorian semi-detached house on Clarkson Avenue offers generous living space, period character and a large private garden — all with no upward chain. High ceilings, sash bay windows and original features give the house strong curb appeal and scope for a sympathetic renovation that will significantly increase value. The property includes a garage, separate workshop/former school room and gated off-street parking.
Accommodation is arranged over multiple floors and currently provides two reception rooms, a study, a kitchen/breakfast room, utility and a ground-floor WC, plus five double bedrooms and a family bathroom upstairs. Note bedroom five is accessed via bedroom three, which affects layout flexibility. The house benefits from double glazing (fitted post-2002), mains gas central heating and mains drainage.
The home requires modernisation throughout: expect cosmetic and functional updates, possible insulation works (solid brick walls presumed uninsulated) and garden refurbishment. The location is convenient — a short walk to town, local amenities and several well-rated primary schools and the nearby grammar school — making it suitable for families who want space and character to adapt over time.
Buyers should also be aware of the local context: the wider area shows high deprivation scores and a very high recorded crime rate, which may affect resale considerations and insurance. For those seeking a period property with scope to add value and personalise, this is a rare, spacious canvas in a central Wisbech location.