Is this a cheeky offer - london

[ClaphamSeller]

getting pressured to put an offer in by agent but I dont know if this is too cheeky at 575K because asking price is 650 which means 10% off. Its in a busy road opposite train line so I will struggle to sell it in a few years time

https://www.rightmove.co.uk/properties/87939948#/?channel=RES_BUY

Do I wait for it to be reduced or go and put in offer of 575 - we cant afford more sadly - Market is dead and we are selling with no viewings or offers so also part of a chain

They have a distinct look. Sparse, often with yellow accessories and that specific chair throw drape.

The house is ok.
But the location is horrible, truly awful. I couldn't live there. You don't seem to like it very much either?? What is the appeal?

If they have just lowered it they will be unlikely to accept low ball offers.

If it were me I would want to test the market at the new lower price before making a decision to discount further.

What have you got to lose? The worst they can say is no. You don’t sound like you really want the house though

The location is fine. Close to the tube and the high street. I live very close to there. The price is also on the low side, on first glance. Nothing to lose by putting in a low offer. But you don’t sound keen.

I apologise as this isn't what you're asking, but I used to live in a houseshare around the corner on Bedford Road. I don't know how old you are, but it is not somewhere I would want to live beyond my very early 30s at the latest.

It is definitely convenient for commuting, shops, socialising. I could come back at any hour of the night and feel safe as it was heaving. But there was no peace and I don't think I had a single proper night's sleep in the 18 months I lived there.

I've never paid attention to it but yes you are right! Thanks for the helpful tip for my future searches.

This is exactly the problem - I lived near there when I was younger and because of all the pubs and clubs people would regularly use this street to have a quick pee or kiss and whatever else. I dont think its for us - We want something for kid and far quieter so will have to look towards morden

It’s not cheeky

But why are you buying something you want to sell in a few years, it’s a waste of money.

I know the area & wouldn’t chose the location for a family home. Look in z3 or 4

I really think you know the answer.

I'm not sure if people haven't realised but it is irrelevant what offer you make it you aren't in a position to proceed...

Is that coffee house (the source of the vents @limetrees32). The houses a couple doors down look run down. How is the area in general? A more shops shuttered or was it just time of day?
I’ve looked at houses either train at bottom of small gardens. It’s usually reflected in the price.
If you want the house then put the offer in. They can always say no. The market is fairly flat - they may accept! But is it really the house you want?

You obviously don't like the house or street much so I wouldn't offer.
Also, no one can accept an offer from you until you have sold your current home so concentrate on that for now.

There are loads of similar 3 / 4 beds in Clapham for your budget. Have you looked at the ones around Cedars Road / Victoria Rise? https://www.zoopla.co.uk/for-sale/details/71882935/?searchidentifier=e35918cf5bfa660cfe6ea72d7ebd33338a158493310ed33e7b52d394916948e2 As an example. Much quieter than near the station too.

Edit to add - some of these have communal gardens but you'd need to check the listings as there are a few up for sale.

That’s an HMO.

No, they won't wait and I'm surprised the estate agent is pressing you to offer when you can't proceed.

Oh yes, sorry, you are right.

But there are other 3 beds in that area for around OP's budget because I was also looking there.

This one: https://www.zoopla.co.uk/for-sale/details/73267157/

Or this one: https://www.zoopla.co.uk/for-sale/details/73199468/ (although this one has a lease under 100years which might limit some lenders i guess).

god that is ugly building - Dont want to buy a leasehold or in a block - Thats the worst option

We have built our business on cheeky offers.

Always try and get in with the estate agents, so they can give you a nod and a wink.

All our local agents know we wont pay a fair price.

You never know people's circumstances. Divorce, impending bankruptcy, money problems, probate property kids just want to get their hands on the money.

If you don't ask you will never know!

You are really selling it to me. Not lol

def don’t buy this.

Ive been inside these buildings and the flats are lovely and airy and spacious. But of course everyone has their own compromises. I think the ground floor of the one in your OP looks a bit strange with the little window and the busy road / station, but if thats your compromise then then why not put an offer in. You won't lose anything.

Those flats are really spacious and light. I know them.

But if you don’t want leasehold or a block, I think you will struggle to get a freehold house in that area, or anywhere near it. So put in your cheeky offer, see what happens.

Where are the bins? I know someone that has to drag their bins through the house on bin day because they are in a terrace where you step out directly onto the street - like the listing

That’s completely normal in a terrace straight onto the pavement.