Summary - 80 HIGHRIDGE ROAD BISHOPSWORTH BRISTOL BS13 8HP
2 bed 2 bath Detached
Period home with strong upgrade and rental potential for investors.
South-facing garden and walled plot
Large garage/workshop with development potential
Generous 1,827 sq ft period accommodation
Requires basic updating throughout
Possible to create third bedroom with rearrangement
Sold at auction—buyer’s premium £1,800 inc VAT
Extended 8‑week completion; £6,800 security deposit to bid
Located in a very deprived neighbourhood — resale risk
Croft Cottage is a substantial period detached house offering 1,827 sq ft of flexible accommodation and a large garage/workshop. Sold freehold by live online auction, the property is offered with vacant possession and an online legal pack for review. It has many original features, south-facing gardens, and gas central heating with double glazing already installed.
The house requires basic updating throughout but presents clear scope for value-add: reinstate the original entrance, reconfigure the ground floor to add a downstairs bathroom, or convert internal space to create a third bedroom. The large garage/workshop could have development potential subject to planning and consents. A rental appraisal suggests achievable income of around £1,500–£1,600 pcm, making this attractive to investors or buyers seeking refurbishment upside.
Important sale details affect purchase timing and costs. The property will be sold at auction (15th October 2025) with an extended completion period of eight weeks and a buyer’s premium of £1,500 + VAT (£1,800 inc VAT). Bidders must register and pay a security deposit; review the legal pack before submitting offers. EPC rating D and council tax band noted; there is no flood risk recorded.
Downsides to factor into budgets include the need for modernisation throughout, the house being in a very deprived area which may impact resale speed, and a small plot size despite a southerly garden aspect. Prospective buyers should obtain surveys and confirm planning or building consents for any alterations or garage development.
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