Opinions on these two houses?

[Henesseyus]

Posting here for traffic, apologies! My friend did similar recently and found the advice really helpful (these houses are in a similar area).

Which do you prefer out of these two houses? Any comments or observations welcome.

House 1:

https://www.rightmove.co.uk/properties/164604146#/?channel=RES_BUY

House 2:

https://www.rightmove.co.uk/properties/165007046#/?channel=RES_BUY

I think we are edging towards house 1, as the plot is better (driveway parking and doesn’t open on to street) but there is a footpath nearby which gets quite busy as near a shopping centre. Not sure if anyone has experience of living near similar?

That one looks small downstairs with the internal garage. Nice space at the back though.

House 1 over your more recent find imo
I really like it

Agreed. There must be a lot of nicer properties in Swindon than those two.

Sorry @Henesseyus I have to agree with many others on this thread, that they're both something I would never go for. Don't like either one. The first one is better than the second, but they're both bland and greige IMO.

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This is better than the other 2 IMO. But it's very close to the house next to it. How would you even repair/paint/get to the fence? Or do any repairs on the side where the other house is? I'm not a fan of 'detached' houses that are so close together that you can stand between them, stretch your arms out a bit, and touch both houses! In this case, the two houses look even closer together than that!

Yes I like Option Three! I like this game of Location, Location, Location!

Neither. 1 for preference.

I’d go for one as has more space. House 2 has very small windows.

No 3 is the best.

Neither appeals to me and I’d worry about the render lasting. But I prefer older houses.

Swindon - avoid the P’s and the Hill’s.
Penhill, Pinehurst, Parks.
all the hills in Old Town.

seems like you are focused off Thamesdown Drive. North Swindon area.

having lived in a few parts of Swindon, I would say that North was a preference but now having moved to East I am very settled into old age surrounded by bungalows!

as for the houses added, 1 is okay 5/10. 2 is a no-go all wrong and trying too hard, bad plot and awful design.
the one added in the chat was beautiful but not the right area for what I assume you are looking for (assume kids schools might be a big factor?). Your 3rd house looks good. Much better layout, design and land.

good luck (:

Number one is missing something - maybe you need to make it a home. I think one is the better plot for parking and looks good. Two straight onto the pavement is not very private but you could decorate the outside beautifully at Christmas. Two is nicer inside and cheaper but I guess that’s location? Or something I’ve missed. I’d prob have to flip a coin.

I also don't like the over 3 floors. I probably would pick house 1 for the utility room, bigger plot

I don't think I would buy a house with a private road. Are you responsible for maintenance?

I don't like either but if forced to choose it's 2.

I don’t like house number 3. It’s got lovely outdoor space at the back but that’s about it.

House 1 becaUse garden slightly better

house 2 has a weird extension

Three is best (if you can afford to bring into 21 century) kitchen etc

Of the 2 in Thamesdown Drive, I’d say 1 is better. The area around Tortworth Road is a nightmare for parking.

I’d also not go for Rodbourne Cheney. The last one looks ok, it’s probably a case of what feels best for you.

Without question house no. 1 as it’s a better position. My only question is, is the gate leading to the path only for that house or can others use it?

House number three is by far the best and a good price too.

The main draw back is proximity to the neighbours, but that is partially mitigated by the big garden and space on the other side.

If you are happy with the small living rooms, I think this one is promising.

Honestly I would keep looking, they are both very bland, however I don’t like modern houses.

The kitchen in No.2 is an awkward shape although the house overall appears to be bigger.

The garden in No.1 is bigger and has some potential.

https://www.rightmove.co.uk/properties/159430919?utm_campaign=property-details&utm_content=buying&utm_medium=sharing&utm_source=copytoclipboard#/&channel=RES_BUY

https://www.rightmove.co.uk/properties/162292997?utm_campaign=property-details&utm_content=buying&utm_medium=sharing&utm_source=copytoclipboard#/&channel=RES_BUY
Needs updating, but has potential and a good garden

https://www.rightmove.co.uk/properties/165906584?utm_campaign=property-details&utm_content=buying&utm_medium=sharing&utm_source=copytoclipboard#/&channel=RES_BUY
a project but could be much nicer with work.

I don’t know Swindon so have a clue if any of these are in areas you would consider