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£999,000

12 bed detached house for sale
1 Church Road, Alphington, Exeter EX2

    • 12 beds

    • 6 baths

Freehold
Added on 28/12/2025

About this property

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Property Reference number : 236403

A Prime, Investment Asset with Substantial Long-Term Potential in Alphington, Exeter

A rare and exceptional opportunity to acquire a compliant, income-generating property, situated in a highly sought-after location on the edge of the fantastic village of Alphington, Exeter.

Location & Access

Located in the desirable Exeter postcode of EX2, this property boasts quick and easy access to the A30 and M5 motorways, making it an ideal base for tenants and a highly attractive location for professional and student renters. The property is also conveniently located close to the vibrant Marsh Barton trading estate, a major employment hub, and is on the doorstep of the quaint and picturesque village of Alphington. The area benefits from excellent local amenities while being surrounded by beautiful Devon countryside.

Licensed HMO

The main building is configured specifically for multi-unit occupancy, offering a turnkey solution for an investor. Rental income circa 130k pa

The property is fully compliant with modern safety and legal standards, ready for a secure and immediate income stream:

Configuration: The building is configured as 12 large rooms with kitchenettes, which share 2 main W/C areas.

Safety & Compliance: A new eicr certificate, a Grade A fire system, and completed works from the Fire Risk Assessment (fra) ensure the highest level of tenant safety and regulatory compliance. The property holds a current HMO Licence.

Operational Ready: Keyless entry to all rooms and a new roof with a refinished exterior mean this property is primed for a new owner.

Immediate Development: Commence the development of the barn into a magnificent 5-bedroom dwelling immediately (subject to planning conditions), adding significant value and a new revenue stream.

Maximized Returns: By managing the entire site, you have the potential to generate a strong six-figure income from multiple revenue streams, offering a more hands-on but potentially higher-reward strategy.

Income Forecast and Investment Potential

This site presents a compelling investment opportunity, with the potential to be developed into a large-scale rental portfolio of up to 17 bedrooms across the entire site once the barn is converted. Whether through the long-term passive lease or an active management strategy, this property offers a clear path to exceptional returns in the thriving Exeter market.

There is also the option to purchase the existing Ltd company ownership, which may offer significant tax and legal benefits.

Summary:

Location: Alphington, Exeter EX2, with excellent transport links.

Main Building:

Barn: STPP for a 5-bedroom conversion/extension.

Compliance: HMO Licence, eicr, fra, Grade A fire system, and Grade 2 EPC exemption all in place.

Ownership: Option to purchase the Ltd company.

This is a rare and unmissable chance to acquire a unique property that offers both a secure, high-yield passive income stream and a clear pathway for significant capital appreciation through future development. All interested parties are encouraged to contact us for further details and to arrange a viewing.

Council Tax: E

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Property Reference number : 236403

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