Guide price
£650,000
11 bed detached house for saleHigh Street, Fordington, Dorchester DT1
11 beds
11 baths
1 reception
- Freehold
Symonds & Sampson - Dorchester
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About this property
Investment opportunity
10 studio flats and 1 one-bedroom flat
Vacant possession – notice served
Kitchenette and bathroom in each unit
Off-street parking and garden areas
Close to the centre of Dorchester
Development potential (STPP)
**Calling all investors** An exciting opportunity to purchase a detached property comprising ten studio flats and one one-bedroom flat, complete with parking. Ideally situated in the sought-after Fordington area, within easy reach of Dorchester town centre.
The Property
This handsome period property is currently arranged as five ground floor studio flats, five first floor studio flats, and a self-contained one-bedroom flat on the top floor. Each unit includes kitchenette and bathroom or shower room facilities. The property benefits from gas central heating, and all units are individually metered for utilities.
The accommodation is generally in good condition, with the majority of units featuring UPVC double glazing. Please note that not all units have been internally inspected.
The property is not listed and may offer potential for conversion into alternative configurations - such as separate flats or a single private residence - subject to the necessary planning permissions and building regulations.
The property is currently leased. Notice has been served, and it will be offered with vacant possession.
Outside
The property benefits from a tarmac driveway with off-street parking, as well as garden areas extending around the building.
Situation
Rectory Court is located on the eastern fringe of Dorchester, within the popular Fordington area. This well-positioned location offers easy access to a range of amenities, including a nearby convenience store and the Fordington Green, home to a traditional fish and chip shop and a welcoming coffee shop - both well worth a visit. The area is also ideally placed for access to countryside walks, including nearby Salisbury Fields.
The property falls within the catchment area of several highly regarded schools. Dorchester’s historic town centre is just a short distance away, offering an excellent selection of shops, restaurants, and leisure facilities, including the vibrant Brewery Square development. Dorchester South and Dorchester West train stations provide direct rail links to London Waterloo and Bristol Temple Meads, respectively, while Dorset County Hospital is also conveniently nearby.
The town boasts a wide range of sports clubs, catering to cricket, rugby, football, tennis, and golf enthusiasts. Just a few miles to the south lies the stunning Jurassic Coast, known for its sandy beaches, scenic coastal walks, and exciting opportunities for water sports.
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Services
Mains electricity, gas, water and drainage are connected.
Gas central heating.
Broadband - Ultrafast speed available
Mobile - There is mobile coverage in the area, please refer to Ofcom’s website for more details. ()
Council Tax Band: A (Flats 1–11)
Local Authority: Dorset Council – EPC Ratings:
Flat 1 - D (65), Flat 2 - E (42), Flat 3 - D (59), Flat 4 - C (72), Flat 5 - D (64), Flat 6 - D (61), Flat 7 - D (66), Flat 8 - D (68), Flat 9 - E (49), Flat 10 - F (27), Flat 11 - E (53)
Agent Note
The property falls within a conservation area.
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