South Road, Lancaster, Lancashire, LA1 4XD
Listed 19 Oct 2026 · Lancaster
How the price compares
Key features
- Substantial development opportunity
- Superb investment
- Six bedsits located; ground floor, first floor, second floor
- Additional one bedroom basement flat
- TWO SEPARATE EPCs for the house and the basement flat - House E - Flat D
- Two separate council tax for house and flat
- One title
- Garden and OFF ROAD PARKING for multiple vehicles
- Perfect location - close to hospital/university/station etc
- INCREDIBLE OPPORTUNITY for seasoned investor
About this home
BEST OFFERS BY CLOSE OF BUSINESS TUESDAY 10TH NOVEMBER
TIME-SERVED INVESTORS ALERT! A RENOVATION PROJECT WITH INCREDIBLE POTENTIAL Seasoned investors, developers and cash buyers – take note! Offered with incredible potential for those with the vision and resources to unlock its full value, this substantial investment opportunity occupies a prime location and offers a significant scope for refurbishment and improvement.
The property comprises six bedsit flats arranged over three floors, plus an additional one-bedroom basement flat, providing a total of seven separate accommodation units. The main accommodation is served by two communal shower rooms, while the basement flat benefits from its own private bathroom. The property currently holds HMO status, registered to the current owner. The property is offered vacant, allowing the successful purchaser to plan and undertake the necessary works from the outset. The extent of the refurbishment required is reflected in the instruction to appeal to experienced investors who can fully assess the project, recognise its potential and move forward with a clear strategy. While a substantial programme of works will be required, the opportunity to transform this property into a valuable investment is evident.
Key features include: - Prime location - Six bedsit flats over three floors - Additional one-bedroom basement flat - Two communal shower rooms - Private bathroom to the basement flat - HMO status in place, registered to the current owner - Offered vacant - Significant renovation and investment potential
Please note: This is a project for buyers with the necessary financial means, experience and resources to complete the required works in a timely fashion. Early consideration is recommended for those seeking their next substantial refurbishment opportunity. Unlock the potential. Realise the opportunity.
* Please note that an AML fee is chargeable to the buyer once an offer is accepted to cover the cost of carrying out the required identity and anti-money laundering checks. Once these checks have been completed, the fee cannot be refunded, even if the property purchase does not go ahead *
Property details
- Property type
- End of Terrace
- Council tax band
- D
- Tenure
- Freehold
- Parking
- Off street
- Garden
- Yes
- Heating
- Gas
- Electricity
- Mains supply
- Water
- Mains supply
- Accessibility
- No wheelchair access
Floorplan
Location
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- Lancaster Station0.6 mi
- Bare Lane Station2.8 mi
- Morecambe Station3.5 mi
What nearby homes sold for
Median sold prices in LA1 over the last 12 months: terraced £161k · semi-detached £230k · flat £121k · detached £408k.
| Address | Type | Sold | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 55 South Road Lancaster LA1 4XJ | Terraced Freehold | 27 May 2026 | £305,000 |
| Flat 3, 19, South Road Lancaster LA1 4XJ | Flat Leasehold | 14 Nov 2025 | £120,000 |
| 43 South Road Lancaster LA1 4XJ | Terraced Freehold | 27 Nov 2024 | £485,000 |
| 12 South Road Lancaster LA1 4XD | Terraced Freehold | 18 Nov 2024 | £317,000 |
Contains HM Land Registry data © Crown copyright and database right 2026. Licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. All sales in LA1
Buying costs
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 Entwistle Green, Lancaster on Rightmove (original listing). First listed 19 Oct 2026; details checked 7 Nov 2026. Latest change: added on 19/10/2026.
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