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Southfield Avenue, Preston, Paignton
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£400,000Guide price

Southfield Avenue, Preston, Paignton, TQ3 1LD

3bedrooms
2bathrooms
Detached Bungalowtype
Freeholdtenure

Listed 10 days ago · Paignton

How the price compares

This home£400,000
Median 3 bed in TQ3£270k105 homes listed · £254 per sq ft
Difference+48%above the area median

Key features

  • DEATCHED BUNGALOW
  • MASTER EN-SUITE
  • GARAGE AND OFF ROAD PARKING
  • SUNNY SOUTH FACING REAR GARDENS
  • SOUGHT AFTER PRESTON LOCATION

About this home

Guide Price £400,000 - £425,000 PROPERTY DESCRIPTION A well presented three bedroom detached bungalow located within the sought after location of Preston, Paignton. The bungalow comprises of a welcoming entrance hallway, a spacious living room, a modern kitchen that leads through to dining room ideal for entertaining,  three double bedrooms with the master being en-suite, a modern shower room, sunny front and south facing rear gardens, garage and off road parking. The property is ideally situated within easy reach of bus links, Preston promenade of shops, doctors and pharmacies, Oldway mansions and school, as well as much more. ENTRANCE A composite double glazed front door opens into a welcoming entrance hallway providing access to the principal accommodation. The hallway benefits from two gas central heating radiators, a built in airing cupboard with slatted shelving and a useful walk in cloak cupboard with obscure glazed window. LOUNGE  A generously sized living room enjoying attractive open sea views across to Torquay. The room benefits from a beautiful gas fire, gas central heating radiator, and uPVC double glazed windows to both aspects. KITCHEN  A spacious kitchen fitted with a range of wall mounted and base units complemented by granite work surfaces incorporating a stainless steel sink. Integrated appliances include an oven and combination grill, together with a five ring gas hob and stainless steel extractor hood over. There is space and plumbing for a washing machine, along with additional space for a tumble dryer. uPVC double glazed windows to both sides and an obscure uPVC double glazed door providing access to the side of the property. Further door leads seamlessly into the dining room ideal for entertaining.  DINING ROOM  A well proportioned dining room enjoying a pleasant outlook across the well manicured rear gardens, with uPVC double glazed window to the rear and uPVC double glazed sliding patio doors opening directly onto the rear gardens. Gas central heating radiator. BEDROOM ONE  A large master bedroom situated to the rear overlooking the rear garden. The room benefits from ample space for furnishings,  uPVC double glazed window, gas central heating radiator and Door leading into the en-suite shower room. EN-SUITE SHOWER ROOM  A modern shower room comprising a shower enclosure with sliding glass door, a vanity wash hand basin with useful storage beneath, low level flush WC, tiled flooring, chrome heated towel rail and uPVC obscure double glazed window to the side aspect. BEDROOM TWO  A wonderfully spacious double bedroom situated to the rear aspect, enjoying views over the rear garden. uPVC double glazed window and gas central heating radiator. BEDROOM THREE  A further double bedroom situated to the front aspect, with uPVC double glazed window, gas central heating radiator and some sea views. FAMILY SHOWER ROOM A contemporary family shower room Comprising a corner shower enclosure with sliding glass doors, complemented by panelled splashbacks. Vanity wash hand basin and  low level flush WC, chrome heated towel rail and uPVC obscure double glazed window to the front aspect. OUTSIDE  To the front, the property benefits from a garden laid predominantly to lawn, together with a sloping driveway leading up to the property and providing access to the garage. Steps lead up to the front entrance, with further gated side access and steps to the right hand side of the property. A sunny south facing rear garden that has been thoughtfully designed with a large patio area perfect for alfresco dining and entertaining, with steps leading up to a substantial lawn within a timber built shed. Within the gardens is side access to the front of the property as well as a courtesy door that leads into the garage.  GARAGE A single garage with metal door, ample space for storage, electrical points and lighting, as well as a courtesy door leading out to the gardens. AGENTS NOTE The property benefits from a spacious loft, which is predominantly boarded and accessed via a loft ladder. The loft also features a Velux window and offers potential for further development or extension, subject to obtaining any necessary planning permissions and building regulations approval. AGENTS NOTE There is a spacious loft room which is mainly boarded and accessed by a loft ladder from the entrance hall, featuring great storage space or much potential to extend and convert the loft with a dormer which would feature superb sea views stretching to Berry Head, Brixham (subject to the necessary planning permission and building consents). Verified Material Information Costs and tenure Tenure: Freehold Council tax band: D EPC rating: C The building Detached bungalow, standard construction Accessibility adaptations: None Services Mains electricity Mains water Mains foul drainage Mains surface water drainage Mains gas central heating Heating features: None Broadband: FTTP (Fibre to the Premises) Mobile coverage: O2 good, Vodafone good, Three great, EE good Parking: Garage and Driveway Not in a controlled parking zone

Risks and restrictions Not a listed building Not in a conservation area No tree preservation order Title register restrictions (DN673343): - The title includes a restriction linked to the National Westminster Bank PLC mortgage: the Land Registry cannot register a sale or other transfer unless the bank gives written consent. This is connected with the mortgage. - The 1961 conveyance contains restrictive covenants, which are promises limiting how the land may be used or changed. The register does not set out their details, so the filed copy of the conveyance should be checked. - The 1961 conveyance also contains a provision about light or air. Its effect is not explained in the register; the filed copy should be checked. No environmental risks recorded All information is provided without warranty. Contains HM Land Registry data © Crown copyright and database right 2021. This data is licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. The information contained is intended to help you decide whether the property is suitable for you. You should verify any answers which are important to you with your property lawyer or surveyor or ask for quotes from the appropriate trade experts: builder, plumber, electrician, damp, and timber expert. AGENTS NOTES These details are meant as a guide only. Any mention of planning permission, loft rooms, extensions etc, does not imply they have all the necessary consents, building control etc. Photographs, measurements, floorplans are also for guidance only and are not necessarily to scale or indicative of size or items included in the sale. Commentary regarding length of lease, maintenance charges etc is based on information supplied to us and may have changed. We recommend you make your own enquiries via your legal representative over any matters that concern you prior to agreeing to purchase.

Property details

Property type
Detached Bungalow
Council tax band
D
Tenure
Freehold
Parking
Garage, Off street
Garden
Yes

Floorplan

Floorplan 1

Location

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  • Paignton Station1.1 mi
  • Torquay Station1.9 mi
  • Torre Station2.3 mi

What nearby homes sold for

Median sold prices in TQ3 over the last 12 months: detached £370k · semi-detached £258k · flat £125k · terraced £200k.

AddressTypeSoldPrice
31c, Southfield Avenue
Paignton TQ3 1LH
Flat
Leasehold
12 Jun 2026£177,000
49 Southfield Avenue
Paignton TQ3 1LH
Detached
Freehold
28 May 2026£550,000
7 Southfield Avenue
Paignton TQ3 1LJ
Flat
Leasehold
31 Oct 2025£242,000
27 Southfield Avenue
Paignton TQ3 1LH
Detached
Freehold
5 Aug 2025£500,000
65 Southfield Avenue
Paignton TQ3 1LQ
Detached
Freehold
27 Mar 2025£485,000
170 Southfield Avenue
Paignton TQ3 1JX
Detached
Freehold
13 Dec 2024£450,000
7 Southfield Avenue
Paignton TQ3 1LJ
Flat
Leasehold
9 Dec 2024£235,000
7 Southfield Avenue
Paignton TQ3 1LJ
Detached
Freehold
9 Dec 2024£235,000
64 Southfield Avenue
Paignton TQ3 1LQ
Detached
Freehold
10 Oct 2024£304,000
114 Southfield Avenue
Paignton TQ3 1LD
Detached
Freehold
7 Oct 2024£300,000

Contains HM Land Registry data © Crown copyright and database right 2026. Licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. All sales in TQ3

Buying costs

Monthly repayment£2,001£40,000 deposit · £360,000 loan
Stamp Duty£10,000England 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 Taylors (Torbay) Ltd, Torquay on Rightmove (original listing). First listed 29 Oct 2026; details checked 7 Nov 2026. Latest change: added on 29/10/2026.

Agent disclaimer

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