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1 bedroom House for sale, Croxton Avenue, Rochdale, Greater Manchester, OL16
Features and Description
- Attractive one-bedroom home with excellent potential for refurbishment and personalisation
- Spacious open-plan lounge and kitchen forming the heart of the property
- Well-proportioned double bedroom with ample space for furnishings
- Bathroom with existing suite, offering potential for contemporary upgrade
- Substantial wrap-around front and side garden with outstanding landscaping potential
- Generous outdoor space rarely found with properties of this type
- Ideal opportunity for first-time buyers, investors, or downsizers
- Situated within a well-established residential area in the OL16 postcode
- Convenient access to local amenities and Healey Dell Nature Reserve
- Excellent transport links including Rochdale railway station with direct connections to Manchester
One-Bedroom House with Garden – Ideal Modernisation Opportunity
Situated within a well-established residential area, this charming one-bedroom house on Croxton Avenue presents an exciting opportunity for buyers seeking a property with genuine scope to modernise and add value. Offering well-proportioned accommodation, together with a substantial wrap-around garden, this home provides a superb blank canvas for first-time buyers, investors, or those looking to create a property tailored to their own style and specification.
Upon entering the property, you are welcomed directly into the main open-plan lounge and kitchen area. This generous reception space forms the heart of the home and offers excellent potential to be transformed into a contemporary and inviting living environment. The lounge area provides ample room for comfortable seating and dining furniture, while the kitchen is positioned to one side in a practical layout. With refurbishment and thoughtful redesign, this space could become a bright, sociable hub ideal for both relaxing and entertaining.
The double bedroom is a particularly well-sized room, offering comfortable proportions with ample space for wardrobes and additional furnishings. With updating, this room could become a calm and stylish retreat. Adjacent to the bedroom is the bathroom, currently fitted with a functional suite. While serviceable, it would benefit from modernisation, presenting an excellent opportunity for a new owner to install a contemporary bathroom design and further enhance the overall finish of the property.
Externally, the home truly stands out. A large front garden wraps around the side of the property, providing an impressive amount of outdoor space rarely associated with properties of this type. This generous plot offers outstanding potential for landscaping, creating seating areas, or designing a low-maintenance garden to suit individual preferences. The outdoor space significantly enhances the appeal of the property and offers scope to create something truly special.
Lounge / Kitchen
15'7" x 12'12" (4.75m x 3.96m)
A well-proportioned main reception space forming the heart of the home. Entered directly from the front of the property, this bright open-plan area offers ample room for both lounge and dining furniture. The layout provides excellent scope for redesign, with plenty of potential to create a stylish and contemporary living environment. Stairs rise from this space to the first floor, while the open flow into the kitchen enhances the sense of space.Positioned within the main living area, the kitchen is arranged in a practical configuration with good potential for reconfiguration or upgrading. There is space for essential appliances and storage, and the layout lends itself well to modern open-plan living. With refurbishment, this area could be transformed into a functional and attractive culinary space that complements the lounge perfectly.
Bedroom
12'12" x 8'2" (3.96m x 2.50m)
A generously sized double bedroom offering comfortable proportions and space for wardrobes and additional furnishings. The room provides a peaceful retreat away from the main living space and benefits from excellent potential to modernise and personalise. Once updated, this room could become a bright and inviting principal bedroom.
Bathroom
5'7" x 5'6" (1.70m x 1.68m)
Currently fitted with a functional suite, the bathroom serves the property well in its present condition but would benefit from updating. There is space to install a modern three-piece suite, allowing a new owner to redesign the room to suit their taste and add further value to the home.
Garden
A standout feature of the property is the substantial front garden, which extends around the side of the home. This generous outdoor space offers exceptional potential for landscaping, creating seating areas, or designing a low-maintenance garden. Rarely available with properties of this type, the garden significantly enhances the overall appeal and provides valuable external space for relaxation or entertaining.
Area and local amenities
The property is located in a well-established and accessible part of Rochdale, offering a blend of convenience and residential appeal. The surrounding area benefits from regular transport links, with local bus services providing easy access into the town and onward connections, and both Rochdale railway station and Smithy Bridge station within reasonable reach for commuters travelling into Manchester, Leeds or further afield. This connectivity makes it well-suited for working professionals, students and those who commute for work or leisure.Everyday amenities are close by and cater well for the needs of residents. Within short walking distance there is a range of supermarkets such as Aldi, Morrisons and convenience stores, along with pharmacies, local shops and services, making daily errands straightforward and convenient. The area is served by a selection of primary and secondary schools including Kingsway Park High School and other local academies, which are popular with families and provide options for education at different age groups.For leisure and lifestyle, the location offers a balance of urban and outdoor amenities. Residents have easy access to town-centre retail, dining and entertainment, while green spaces and scenic outdoor destinations such as Healey Dell Nature Reserve provide opportunities for walking, cycling and relaxing in nature. This combination of practical amenities, transport connectivity and nearby recreational options enhances the day-to-day living experience and contributes to the overall appeal of the area for a wide range of buyers.
IMPORTANT NOTE TO POTENTIAL PURCHASERS:
We endeavour to make our particulars accurate and reliable, however, they do not constitute or form part of an offer or any contract and none is to be relied upon as statements of representation or fact. The services, systems and appliances listed in this specification have not been tested by us and no guarantee as to their operating ability or efficiency is given. All photographs and measurements have been taken as a guide only and are not precise. Floor plans where included are not to scale and accuracy is not guaranteed. If you require clarification or further information on any points, please contact us, especially if you are travelling some distance to view. Fixtures and fittings other than those mentioned are to be agreed with the seller.
Croxton Avenue, Rochdale, Greater Manchester, OL16
Additional Information
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Property refSHA260094
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EPCE
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TenureLeasehold
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Lease length954 years
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Council TaxA
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Local authorityRochdale Borough Council
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Ground RentContact the branch
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Ground Rent ReviewContact the branch
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Service ChargeContact the branch
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