Leicester · LE5
Oakside Close
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Detached bungalow with no onward chain in a sought-after, quiet area. Requires modernisation. Two bedrooms, garage, double glazing, great potential to create a bespoke home. Early viewing advised.
The home, in the agent’s words
- No Chain
- Modernisation Required
- Bungalow
- Detached
- Highly Desirable Location
- Two Bedrooms
- Currently No Gas At The Property
- Garage In A Block
- Conservatory
- Call To View
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Offered to the market with no onward chain, this detached bungalow presents an excellent opportunity for buyers seeking a property with potential in a highly desirable location. The home is set within a quiet residential area popular for its convenience and community feel, and while modernisation is required throughout, the property offers a blank canvas for those wishing to create a bespoke living space tailored to their own tastes and requirements. The accommodation comprises entrance hall leading to a spacious lounge. The kitchen has scope for reconfiguration or updating to suit modern lifestyles. There are two well-proportioned bedrooms, each with a pleasant outlook and the flexibility to be used as sleeping accommodation, a home office, or a guest room as needed. The bathroom, located off the main hallway, is currently fitted with basic fixtures and would benefit from refurbishment. The property is currently not connected to mains gas, allowing purchasers to consider a range of heating and energy solutions during any renovation works. Additional features include double glazing to the majority of windows and ample storage options throughout the home. For added convenience, the property benefits from a garage situated in a nearby block, providing secure parking or useful storage for vehicles and belongings. This property is ideally suited to those seeking a project in a sought-after setting with excellent local amenities, transport links, and reputable schools close by. The bungalow’s layout and location make it a rare find, offering the perfect balance of peace and accessibility. Early viewing is highly recommended to appreciate the potential on offer and to secure a home in one of the area’s most desirable neighbourhoods. With scope for substantial improvement, this is a fantastic opportunity for buyers to add value and create a comfortable, modern residence according to their own vision and preferences. Please contact our office to arrange your appointment and for further information regarding this promising property.
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Getting about
2.4 milesto Leicester Rail Station
Approximate straight-line distance · DfT NaPTAN · 13 Sept 2026Background air quality
- Fine particles · PM₂.₅
- 7.2 µg/m³ · Above the WHO guideline · well within the UK legal limit
- Nitrogen dioxide · NO₂
- 10.4 µg/m³ · Above the WHO guideline · well within the UK legal limit
Annual background levels. For scale: the WHO 2021 guideline is 5 µg/m³ for PM₂.₅ and 10 for NO₂; the UK legal limit is 20 and 40. Lower is better; this is a 1 km model, not a reading at the door.
Defra · 2024 annual model · 1 km areaLocal information is approximate. Distances are straight-line estimates from the available location. Broadband describes postcode coverage, not the speed or service available at this home; check the address with a provider. Air quality is a modelled annual background estimate.
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