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£130,000

Sticklepath Hill, Sticklepath, Barnstaple, Devon, EX31 2BS

1bedroom
1bathroom
Apartmenttype
Leaseholdtenure

Listed 7 Jul 2026 · Barnstaple

How the price compares

This home£130,000
Median 1 bed in EX31£150k16 homes listed · £486 per sq ft
Difference-13%below the area median

Key features

  • No onward chain
  • Spacious first-floor flat
  • Fantastic renovation opportunity
  • One generous double bedroom
  • Bright and spacious living room
  • Private garden with useful shed
  • Countryside views towards rolling Devon fields
  • Popular Sticklepath Hill location
  • Convenient access to Barnstaple town centre and amenities
  • Ideal first-time purchase or investment property

About this home

Offered to the market with no onward chain and situated in the popular location of Sticklepath Hill, this spacious first-floor flat offers an excellent opportunity for those looking to modernise and create a home of their own. Benefiting from generous accommodation, a private garden and pleasant countryside views, the property is ideally suited to first-time buyers, investors or those seeking a renovation project, all within easy reach of Barnstaple town centre and local amenities.

Situated in the ever-popular and convenient location of Sticklepath Hill, this first-floor flat presents an exciting opportunity for purchasers looking to create a home tailored to their own tastes. Requiring modernisation and renovation throughout, the property offers fantastic potential and would make an ideal first-time purchase, investment opportunity or project.

The apartment enjoys a bright and well-proportioned layout, with generously sized accommodation that includes a spacious living room, double bedroom, fitted kitchen and bathroom. Large windows allow natural light to flood the property whilst also enjoying pleasant views across Barnstaple towards the surrounding rolling Devon countryside.

Although in need of updating, the flat offers a blank canvas for those wishing to modernise and add value. The well-balanced accommodation provides excellent scope to create a stylish and comfortable home.

Externally, the property benefits from its own private garden, which is currently in need of landscaping but offers huge potential to become a delightful outdoor space. Whether creating a peaceful seating area, colourful flower beds or a low-maintenance garden, the possibilities are endless. A useful storage shed is also included.

Positioned on Sticklepath Hill, the flat enjoys a highly convenient location within easy reach of Barnstaple Town Centre, local shops, supermarkets, schools and everyday amenities. Excellent transport links and nearby bus routes make commuting straightforward, while the North Devon Link Road provides easy access to the M5. The beautiful North Devon coastline and Exmoor National Park are also within easy driving distance.

Offering spacious accommodation, a private garden and endless potential, this is a fantastic opportunity for buyers looking to renovate and create a home of their own in a well-established and sought-after location. Early viewing is highly recommended to appreciate the opportunity on offer. No onward chain.

Communal Hallway Communal entrance hall with stairs rising to the first-floor landing.

Entrance Hall A spacious and welcoming entrance hall filled with natural light courtesy of a UPVC double glazed window to the side elevation. The hallway provides access to all principal rooms and benefits from laminate flooring.

Living Room – 4.4m x 3.53m A bright and generously proportioned living room enjoying a delightful outlook via a UPVC double glazed window to the front elevation, with views towards Taw Bridge and the beautiful rolling Devon countryside beyond. A gas fire provides a focal point to the room, although the back boiler is currently not in working order. Laminate flooring.

Bedroom – 4.3m x 3.23m A spacious double bedroom with a large UPVC double glazed bay window to the front elevation, allowing an abundance of natural light to flood the room. There is ample space for a double bed and a range of bedroom furniture. Laminate flooring.

Bathroom – 2.36m x 2.2m Comprising a three-piece suite including a panelled bath with shower attachment over, low-level WC and pedestal wash hand basin. UPVC double glazed window to the front elevation, useful airing cupboard housing the hot water cylinder, tiled flooring.

Kitchen – 3.12m x 2.2m A fitted kitchen offering an excellent opportunity for a purchaser to modernise and personalise to their own taste. The kitchen provides a range of cupboards with work surface over incorporating a stainless steel sink and drainer with cupboard beneath. There is space and plumbing for a washing machine together with additional appliance space. A UPVC double glazed window enjoys far-reaching views across the surrounding countryside. Laminate flooring.

Outside The apartment benefits from its own enclosed garden, offering fantastic potential to create a wonderful outdoor space. Although currently in need of landscaping and general improvement, the garden provides a useful storage shed and ample opportunity for keen gardeners to design a private and attractive retreat.

Note The property is held on the remainder of a 999-year lease from 2002 with equal freehold entitlement, with the current owners also owning a one-third share of the freehold, offering added peace of mind and long-term security. Parking is permitted at £30 per year.

Agents Note The property benefits from a communal fire alarm system, which serves all three flats within the building. For clarification, we wish to inform prospective purchasers that these sales particulars have been prepared as a general guide only. Some photographs may have been taken using a wide-angle lens. We have not carried out a detailed survey, nor tested the services, appliances or specific fittings. All room sizes and measurements are approximate and should not be relied upon for the purposes of carpets, furnishings or other fittings. If there are any important matters likely to affect your decision to purchase, please contact us prior to viewing the property. Broadband: Standard broadband is available - Ofcom indicates that the highest available download speed is 1800Mbps. Mobile Coverage: Available via EE, O2, THREE and VODAFONE. For an indication of specific speeds and supply or coverage in the area we recommend contacting your own provider.

Property details

Property type
Apartment
Council tax band
TBC
Tenure
Leasehold
Lease remaining
0 years left
Parking
Yes
Garden
Yes

Floorplan

Floorplan

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  • Barnstaple Station0.4 mi
  • Chapleton Station4.5 mi

What nearby homes sold for

Median sold prices in EX31 over the last 12 months: detached £365k · terraced £230k · semi-detached £280k · flat £157k.

AddressTypeSoldPrice
Flat 2, 8, Sticklepath Hill
Barnstaple EX31 2BS
Flat
Leasehold
27 Aug 2026£145,000
Penrose, Sticklepath Hill
Barnstaple EX31 2DW
Detached
Freehold
30 Apr 2026£530,000
15 Sticklepath Hill
Barnstaple EX31 2BS
Semi-detached
Freehold
16 Mar 2026£350,000
Flat 2, 8, Sticklepath Hill
Barnstaple EX31 2BS
Flat
Leasehold
15 Dec 2025£68,000
29 Sticklepath Hill
Barnstaple EX31 2BU
Detached
Freehold
20 Jun 2025£500,000
4 Windyridge Court, Sticklepath Hill
Barnstaple EX31 2BU
Detached
Freehold
25 Mar 2025£330,000
Flat 1, 18, Sticklepath Hill
Barnstaple EX31 2BS
Flat
Leasehold
31 Jan 2025£134,550
3 Windyridge Court, Sticklepath Hill
Barnstaple EX31 2BU
Terraced
Freehold
19 Dec 2024£220,000
2 Windyridge Court, Sticklepath Hill
Barnstaple EX31 2BU
Terraced
Freehold
17 Sept 2024£280,000
Sticklepath Service Station, Sticklepath Hill
Barnstaple EX31 2BU
Other
Freehold
11 Sept 2024£950,000

Contains HM Land Registry data © Crown copyright and database right 2026. Licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. All sales in EX31

Buying costs

Monthly repayment£650£13,000 deposit · £117,000 loan
Stamp Duty£100England 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 Chequers, Barnstaple on Rightmove (original listing). First listed 7 Jul 2026; details checked 7 Nov 2026. Latest change: added on 07/07/2026.

Agent disclaimer

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