Description
This Stanlake Road W12 probate sale presents a rare chance to acquire a 6-bedroom freehold terrace with rear garden at a guide price of £1.5M versus an open market value of £2.2M, delivering 46.7% immediate equity and significant value-add through renovation.
Property Details
Open Market Value: £2,200,000
Bedrooms: 6
Bathrooms: 6
Floor Area: approx. 187 m²
Site Features: Rear garden, cellar, loft space
Possession: Vacant on completion
Introduction
The Stanlake Road W12 probate sale offers a below-market-value chance to acquire a 6-bedroom freehold terrace in Shepherd’s Bush. With a guide price of £1.5M against an OMV of £2.2M, this probate sale delivers £700K of instant equity and a clear runway for renovation and profitable exit strategies.
Investment Highlights
- Instant Equity: £700K gap to market value (46.7% ROI)
- Value-Add Potential: Renovation uplifts up to 35%
- Rental Yields: Post-reno net yields up to 3.72% pa
- Exit Strategies: Resale, HMO conversion, buy-to-let portfolio
- Secure Tenure: Freehold with vacant possession on completion
Market Context & Comparables
Shepherd’s Bush W12 commands premium values for large terraces. Comparable six-bedroom homes in the area list between £1.9M–£2.2M. Recent average price in W12 7HG stands at £2.2M. The guide price here undercuts these by over 30%, underscoring substantial upside.
Comparable Address | Price | Type |
---|---|---|
Frithville Gardens, W12 | £1,900,000 | 6-bed terraced |
Russell Gardens Mews, | £2,100,000 | 6-bed mews house |
Charlotte Court, | £2,950,000 | 6-bed detached |
Renovation & ROI Analysis
Location & Connectivity
- Tube & Overground: Shepherd’s Bush (Central), Goldhawk Road (H&C/Circle)—<10 min to West End.
- Retail & Leisure: Westfield London, Shepherd’s Bush Market, O2 Shepherd’s Bush Empire.
- Green Space: Ravenscourt Park, Hammersmith Park within 0.5 mi.
- Road Links: A4/M4 to Heathrow, M25; convenient for commuters.
Probate Sale Advantages
- Motivated Executor: Speedy transaction, less competition.
- Legal Transparency: Oversight minimizes disputes.
- Value Addition: Historic property ripe for modernization.
Auction Process & Next Steps
- Register: via our Auction Calendar at least 48 hrs before sale.
- Proof of Funds: required for viewing.
- Deposit: 10% on exchange; 3% finder’s fee applies.
- Completion: within 28 days; vacant possession granted.
Contact Information
Palace Auctions Ltd
Email: sales@palaceauctions.com
Tel: +44 (0) 0207 101 3647
Office: (Mon–Fri, 9 am–5 pm)
Internal:
- Auction Calendar – register for upcoming London sales
- Shepherd’s Bush Area Guide – neighbourhood insights
External:
- Gov.uk Probate Guidance – probate sale process
- Rightmove W12 Market Data – recent sales & trends
- Westfield London – retail & leisure hub