Summary - 31 BOTLEY ROAD OXFORD OX2 0BN
5 bed 2 bath Terraced
Ready-made HMO with period features and south-facing garden near central Oxford.
HMO-licenced five-bedroom mid-terrace, ready for rental income
Bay-fronted reception room with period fireplace and high ceilings
South-facing rear garden; small front yard mostly hardstanding
Chain free sale; freehold tenure
Solid brick walls assumed uninsulated — energy upgrades recommended
Accommodation dated; requires modernization to maximise value
Close to Oxford city centre and intercity rail station, strong rental demand
Local area records above-average crime rates
This Victorian mid-terrace is offered with an existing HMO licence and five bedrooms, making it a straightforward income asset for landlords seeking reliable rental demand in West Oxford. The property combines period character — a bay-fronted reception with fireplace and high ceilings — with a layout that continues to perform well for sharers or students.
The house is sold chain free and occupies a small plot with a south-facing rear garden, useful for tenants or family use. Accommodation includes a reception room, kitchen, ground-floor shower room, and a first-floor bathroom. Gas central heating and double glazing are present, though installation dates are not recorded.
There is scope to improve value through updating and energy-efficiency work: the solid brick walls are assumed uninsulated and many internal fixtures are dated. The property requires modernization rather than full refurbishment, so buyers should budget for cosmetic and practical upgrades to maximise rental income or convert back to a family layout.
Location is a key strength: about 15 minutes’ walk from central Oxford, close to the intercity rail station, parks and canal walks, and surrounded by amenities and schools. Note factual negatives: the area records above-average crime and the overall plot and internal rooms are on the small side, which can limit certain layouts or extensions.
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