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Trying to figure out my thoughts about this house

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Dancinggroot · 12/08/2020 00:09

We viewed a house earlier, and have been thinking about it since. I cant quite figure out my thoughts on it and wondered if anyone might be able to help me think through it.

Its in the area we want and its within budget. The pictures were nice and floor plan decent.
When we got there first thing we both thought was that the street was narrow. It does have a driveway as did majority of houses on the road, however if there were cars parked on the road it could possibly make parking on the drive more awkward.

Living room a good size. They had slightly too much furniture in there for my taste which made it feel a bit cramped, but if it had less it would be a nice size.

Kitchen quite small, but has separate dining room and utility space so although it was small it was purely cupboards so enough space. Dining room good size. The back of garage is converted into a utility space with all white goods, accessible trug kitchen. Also had a small pantry area in the side of the kitchen.

Lovely large bright conservatory on the back. Really large garden, well maintained. Grass area, paved area, decking and storage shed.

Upstairs all 3 bedrooms good size with decent storage. Fitted wardrobes to master, would want to change the doors but otherwise perfectly fine. Even the "box room" was a decent size and could fit a single bed plus wardrobes.

Bathroom nice, plenty of storage space. Really nicely decorated.
Loft converted to be able to use as storage or another room.

All in all, pretty perfect on paper. So why do I feel so hesitant?
My husband loved it and asked if we should put in an offer. I feel like i don't want to but I really don't know why. Like I said, it's basically perfect.

Help!

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Coriandersucks · 12/08/2020 16:11

Absolutely trust your gut. I went to view a house which was perfect on paper and I hated it as soon as we got through the front door. Couldn’t put my finger on it. Viewed it a second time, same feelings but because it ticked all the boxes and my (now ex) Dh loved it we bought it. I was so miserable there and it never felt like home.

Wait until you’ve seen a few more then go back and visit to see if you feel the same then make a decision. Don’t rush in with an offer if you’re not 100% on board.

changemynametonight · 12/08/2020 16:43

Had a look online and i think I’ve found it (Road name beginning with S). I don’t know the area but I like the property. You could live in it as is without too much work but also has lots of potential for improvement. Street view looks nice. I’ve lived on a road like that and yes if people park inconsiderately you end up doing a 3 point turn just to get on and off your drive, but I found that rarely happened and even when it did, it wasn’t too much of a hassle.

Dancinggroot · 12/08/2020 20:28

Changemyname no not s. Theres a few i really like but my husband has issues with them.

Moving to get a third bedroom bluntness. We are only in a 2 bed currently which is fine for now, but we want more children so will need more space in the future. Also want to be nearer to family as we are quite far away from support currently, and with some family members being ill recently we want to be nearer.
What do you guys think of these? First one is slightly over budget but if we extended the mortgage length to 30y instead of 25 we would be fine.

www.zoopla.co.uk/for-sale/details/55850095?search_identifier=405c3c653f3a5637a9b82ab9c13e8ac9

www.zoopla.co.uk/for-sale/details/55809029?search_identifier=36f436ca41d156b8ded8ddcd53e77c00

www.zoopla.co.uk/for-sale/details/55826919?search_identifier=36f436ca41d156b8ded8ddcd53e77c00

www.zoopla.co.uk/for-sale/details/55782846?search_identifier=36f436ca41d156b8ded8ddcd53e77c00

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Darkestseasonofall · 12/08/2020 21:06

I don't know the area but they all seem OK at first glance, quite uninspiring but nothing worrying either.
I'd factor in the cost of replacing the conservatory in house one with a proper extension, conservatories are only useful about 20 days of the year IME.

Bluntness100 · 12/08/2020 22:13

I think they are all much of a muchness to be honest op. Not much between them.

EmmaGrundyForPM · 12/08/2020 22:15

I would factor in redoing the garden if you opt for the first house.

Strawberrywaffles · 12/08/2020 22:22

We bought a house the other day and I knew it was the one when I walked in. Even if it did have a few flaws.

DH also liked another one which was good on paper and a bit of a project but I just wasn’t excited about it. I’m a if it’s meant to be type person- I have to love it.

I think these things happen for a reason and it’s sometimes the right house comes along so everything falls into place.

Would you consider a new build using help to buy? You may get more space and you wouldn’t need to do any work. It’s not for everyone but I love our newbuild and we’ve made loads of money on it in 5 years.

custardbear · 13/08/2020 10:24

The 3 bedroom has a tiny 3rd bedroom - if it was me, rather than move again and waste money on all costs involved with moving, I'd increase term of mortgage and go for the bigger house, especially if it's a good area with good schools

custardbear · 13/08/2020 10:41

I don't know the area at all, but how about these? Ones a five bed, not many photographs but worth a look; anither is a bungalow, but looks like its extended into the roof space - again worth a look :-

Normandy Crescent, Radcliffe, Manchester
www.rightmove.co.uk/property-for-sale/property-83193442.html

Moffat Close, Breightmet, Bolton WATCH THE VIDEO TOUR
www.rightmove.co.uk/property-for-sale/property-82235998.html

Strangford Street, Radcliffe, Manchester, Lancashire
www.rightmove.co.uk/property-for-sale/property-96045116.html

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