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£325,000Offers over

Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 2LU

2bedrooms
1bathroom
Bungalowtype
Freeholdtenure

Listed 17 Oct 2026 · Dorchester

How the price compares

This home£325,000
Median 2 bed in DT1£265k128 homes listed · £385 per sq ft
Difference+23%above the area median

Key features

  • Well-presented two-bedroom detached bungalow
  • Generous sitting room with dual aspect
  • Spacious dining room opening directly onto the garden
  • Well-equipped kitchen with garden access
  • Substantial, mature rear garden with patio and shed
  • Convenient Dorchester location close to amenities

About this home

This well presented detached bungalow offers surprisingly generous accommodation, thoughtfully arranged across a single level and complemented by a substantial rear garden. Light and comfortable throughout, the property combines two good bedrooms with particularly spacious living and dining areas, creating a home that is both practical for everyday life and welcoming when family and friends come to visit. Areas have recently been redecorated, whilst a new boiler was installed in June 2025.

The front door opens directly into the impressive SITTING ROOM, a wonderfully spacious reception room with windows to two aspects allowing plenty of natural light to filter through. There is ample room for several seating areas, whilst fitted storage provides useful everyday practicality. From here, the accommodation flows naturally through towards the dining space and kitchen beyond.

The generous DINING ROOM provides an inviting setting for both everyday meals and larger gatherings. Wide sliding glazed doors overlook and open directly onto the rear patio, drawing the garden into the room and allowing the living space to extend naturally outside during warmer months.

A broad arched opening connects the dining area with the adjoining KITCHEN, giving the two rooms a sociable feel whilst retaining their individual character. The KITCHEN is comprehensively fitted with timber fronted cabinetry and plentiful work surfaces, together with a built in double oven and gas hob. There is dedicated space for a freestanding fridge freezer and washing machine, whilst a wide window overlooks the garden and a door provides further direct access outside.

The two bedrooms are positioned away from the principal living areas. The PRINCIPAL BEDROOM is a comfortable double room with plenty of space for freestanding furniture, whilst BEDROOM TWO is another well proportioned bedroom. Its generous size also provides flexibility for those wishing to create a guest room, home office or hobby space without compromising the principal accommodation.

Serving both bedrooms is the BATHROOM, fitted with a panelled bath with shower above, wash hand basin and W.C., with a window providing natural light.

Throughout, the bungalow has a comfortable and well cared for feel, with a layout that makes excellent use of the available space. Particularly appealing is the scale of the principal living areas and their connection to the garden, whilst the single storey arrangement provides an easy and practical way of living without compromising on room sizes.

Outside The rear garden is a particularly appealing feature of the property, offering a generous and established outside space with a pleasing sense of privacy. Immediately adjoining the bungalow, a paved PATIO provides a natural area for outdoor seating and dining, with direct access from both the DINING ROOM and KITCHEN.

Beyond, the garden is predominantly laid to lawn and framed by mature hedging, established shrubs and trees, creating an attractive green outlook from the bungalow. Further paved areas provide additional places for seating, while the depth of the garden offers plenty of scope for keen gardeners to introduce further planting or simply enjoy the space as it is.

Towards the far end is a substantial breeze block OUTBUILDING, providing useful garden storage and benefiting from an electricity supply, together with a covered area alongside.

To the front, a small enclosed garden with mature planting and a pathway creates an attractive approach to the property. On street parking is available nearby.

Location Louise Road is conveniently positioned within Dorchester, placing a wide range of everyday amenities within easy reach. Local schooling is particularly accessible, with Dorchester Middle School and The Thomas Hardye School nearby, together with shops, supermarkets and leisure facilities.

Dorset’s county town offers an excellent mix of independent and high street shops, cafés and restaurants, alongside museums, historic attractions and the popular Borough Gardens. Brewery Square provides a further destination for shopping, dining and entertainment, including a cinema.

For those travelling further afield, Dorchester benefits from two railway stations. Dorchester South provides direct services towards Weymouth, Bournemouth, Poole and London Waterloo, while the town’s road connections make the surrounding Dorset countryside and Jurassic Coast readily accessible.

The location combines the convenience of town living with excellent access to the wider Dorset landscape.

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ROOM MEASUREMENTS Please refer to floor plan.

SERVICES Mains drainage, electricity & gas. Gas central heating.

LOCAL AUTHORITY Dorset Council. Tax band D.

TENURE Freehold.

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Property details

Property type
Bungalow
Council tax band
D
Tenure
Freehold
Garden
Yes

Floorplan

Floorplan

Location

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  • Dorchester West Station0.3 mi
  • Dorchester South Station0.6 mi
  • Upwey Station4.3 mi

What nearby homes sold for

Median sold prices in DT1 over the last 12 months: flat £178k · terraced £300k · detached £530k · semi-detached £360k.

AddressTypeSoldPrice
53 Louise Road
Dorchester DT1 2LU
Semi-detached
Freehold
28 Jul 2026£345,000
36 Louise Road
Dorchester DT1 2LU
Semi-detached
Freehold
5 Nov 2025£380,000
39 Louise Road
Dorchester DT1 2LU
Detached
Freehold
28 Aug 2025£410,000
25 Louise Road
Dorchester DT1 2LU
Detached
Freehold
13 Feb 2025£475,000
31 Louise Road
Dorchester DT1 2LU
Detached
Freehold
31 Jan 2025£270,000
42 Louise Road
Dorchester DT1 2LU
Detached
Freehold
25 Oct 2024£406,500
29 Louise Road
Dorchester DT1 2LU
Detached
Freehold
19 Apr 2024£270,000

Contains HM Land Registry data © Crown copyright and database right 2026. Licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. All sales in DT1

Buying costs

Monthly repayment£1,626£32,500 deposit · £292,500 loan
Stamp Duty£6,250England rates

Estimates only, using rates in force from April 2025. Check GOV.UK, Revenue Scotland or the Welsh Revenue Authority and speak to a mortgage adviser before you offer.

Listed by DOMVS, Dorchester on Rightmove (original listing). First listed 17 Oct 2026; details checked 7 Nov 2026. Latest change: added on 17/10/2026.

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