# 3 bedroom terraced house for sale (DT5 1DA) ## Property Details | Key | Value | |-----|-------| | Address | 15 GROVE ROAD, PORTLAND, DORSET DT5 1DA | | Price | £230,000 | | Bedrooms | 3 | | Bathrooms | 1 | | Council tax | A | | Last sold | £212,500 Mar 2026 | ## EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost - **Current rating:** D - **Potential rating:** C - **Expiry date:** 16/09/2035 - **Current heating cost:** £940/year - **Est. upgrade cost to C:** £18,985 ### Recommendations - A2 (£900 - £1,200) - B (£900 - £1,500) - W2 (£5,000 - £10,000) - G (£220 - £250) - U (£8,000 - £10,000) [View full EPC on gov.uk](https://find-energy-certificate.service.gov.uk/energy-certificate/9334-3054-7201-4575-6200) ## Description This is a delightful three-bedroom terraced house on Grove Road in Portland. Arranged over three floors, the property boasts a spacious reception room that welcomes you with warmth and light, making it an ideal space for relaxation or entertaining guests. The three bedrooms provide ample space for family living or can easily be transformed into a home office or guest room, catering to your individual needs. The motivated vendors are keen to find the right buyer, making this an opportune moment to explore the potential of this lovely home. With its attractive Portland stone exterior and proximity to local amenities, this property is not to be missed. **Lounge/Diner** - 6.54 x 3.33 (21'5" x 10'11") - Front external door opens into the duel aspect lounge/diner with access to the kitchen and stairs rising to the first floor **Kitchen** - 4.14 x 1.79 (13'6" x 5'10") - Modern fitted gally kitchen with eye level oven, 4 ring gas hob, ample worktop space with eye and base level cupboards, multiple drawers, sink with drainer and side aspect UPVC double glazed window. **Utility Room** - 3.51 x 1.60 (11'6" x 5'2") - Ample low level cupboards and drawers with counter worktop space above, high level cupboards, space and plumbing for washing machine, UPVC double glazed side aspect window with external door to the garden **Bedroom 1** - 6.46 x 3.68 (21'2" x 12'0") - Second floor double bedroom, 2 double glazed Velux windows with UPVC double glazed windows below, stairs opening directly into the room with storage cupboard above, high ceilings with exposed beams. **Bedroom 2** - 2.57 x 3.33 (8'5" x 10'11") - First floor double bedroom with front aspect UPVC double glazed window **Bedroom 3** - 1.85 x 3.88 (6'0" x 12'8") - First floor single bedroom with rear aspect UPVC double glazed window. **Bathroom** - Large fully tiled family bathroom with separate bath and corner shower, hand wash basin, WC and side aspect UPVC double glazed window **Outside** - Low maintenance rear garden laid to artificial grass and concreate hardstanding and with access from the utility room and via the rear access gate. **Council Tax** - Band A **Other Information** - Construction Stone wall construction with elevations under a tiled roof Broadband (estimated speeds) Standard - 16 mbps Superfast - 64 mbps Ultrafast - 1800 mbps Flood Risk Rivers & Seas - Very Low Surface Water - Very Low Services The property is supplied with mains gas, electricity and water, and mains drainage. **Legal Disclaimer** - LEGAL DISCLAIMER These particulars, whilst believed to be accurate are set out as a general outline only for guidance and do not constitute any part of an offer or contract. Intending purchasers should not rely on them as statements of representation of fact, but must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise as to their accuracy. All measurements are approximate. Any details including (but not limited to): lease details, service charges, ground rents & covenant information are provided by the vendor and you should consult with your legal advisor/ satisfy yourself before proceeding. No person in this firms employment has the authority to make or give any representation or warranty in respect of the property. ## Property Photos - ![Front Image.jpg](/listings/photos/166517048/1171169) - Front Image.jpg - ![09022025_092111.jpg](/listings/photos/166517048/1171170) - 09022025_092111.jpg - ![09022025_092129.jpg](/listings/photos/166517048/1171171) - 09022025_092129.jpg - ![09022025_092145.jpg](/listings/photos/166517048/1171172) - 09022025_092145.jpg - ![Living-Room (26).jpg](/listings/photos/166517048/1171173) - Living-Room (26).jpg - ![09022025_092205.jpg](/listings/photos/166517048/1171174) - 09022025_092205.jpg - ![09022025_092228.jpg](/listings/photos/166517048/1171175) - 09022025_092228.jpg - ![09022025_092249.jpg](/listings/photos/166517048/1171176) - 09022025_092249.jpg - ![09022025_092730.jpg](/listings/photos/166517048/1171177) - 09022025_092730.jpg - ![09022025_092313.jpg](/listings/photos/166517048/1171178) - 09022025_092313.jpg - ![09022025_092342.jpg](/listings/photos/166517048/1171179) - 09022025_092342.jpg - ![09022025_092359.jpg](/listings/photos/166517048/1171180) - 09022025_092359.jpg - ![09022025_092428.jpg](/listings/photos/166517048/1171181) - 09022025_092428.jpg - ![09022025_092653.jpg](/listings/photos/166517048/1171182) - 09022025_092653.jpg - ![09022025_092803.jpg](/listings/photos/166517048/1171183) - 09022025_092803.jpg - ![09022025_092821.jpg](/listings/photos/166517048/1171184) - 09022025_092821.jpg - ![09022025_092912.jpg](/listings/photos/166517048/1171185) - 09022025_092912.jpg - ![09022025_092955.jpg](/listings/photos/166517048/1171186) - 09022025_092955.jpg - ![09022025_093026.jpg](/listings/photos/166517048/1171187) - 09022025_093026.jpg - ![09022025_093048.jpg](/listings/photos/166517048/1171188) - 09022025_093048.jpg - ![09022025_093153.jpg](/listings/photos/166517048/1171189) - 09022025_093153.jpg - ![09022025_093208.jpg](/listings/photos/166517048/1171190) - 09022025_093208.jpg - ![09022025_093225.jpg](/listings/photos/166517048/1171191) - 09022025_093225.jpg - ![09022025_093257.jpg](/listings/photos/166517048/1171192) - 09022025_093257.jpg ## Floorplans - ![Floorplan.jpg](/listings/photos/166517048/1171193) - Floorplan.jpg ## EPC Graphs - ![EE Rating](/listings/photos/166517048/1171194) - EE Rating ## Sales History *Recorded sales for this property. Data from Land Registry Price Paid.* | Address | Price | Date | Type | |---------|-------|------|------| | 15 GROVE ROAD, PORTLAND, DORSET, DT5 1DA | £212,500 | 24/03/2026 | Terraced | ## Sold Comparables *Same street and nearby sales within 0.25 miles. Data from Land Registry Price Paid. Last 5 years.* | Address | Price | Date | Type | |---------|-------|------|------| | 6 AUGUSTA ROAD, PORTLAND, DORSET, DT5 1DE | £188,000 | 17/11/2023 | Terraced | | 46 RUFUS WAY, PORTLAND, DORSET, DT5 1ED | £220,000 | 01/11/2022 | Terraced | | [Same street] 12 GROVE ROAD, PORTLAND, DORSET, DT5 1DA | £180,000 | 21/10/2022 | Terraced | | 16 AUGUSTA ROAD, PORTLAND, DORSET, DT5 1DE | £185,000 | 07/10/2022 | Terraced | | 2 RUFUS WAY, PORTLAND, DORSET, DT5 1ED | £220,000 | 05/07/2022 | Terraced | | 1 AUGUSTA ROAD, PORTLAND, DORSET, DT5 1DE | £172,000 | 04/03/2022 | Terraced | | 79 GROVE FIELDS, PORTLAND, DORSET, DT5 1DH | £260,000 | 11/02/2022 | Terraced | | 38 RUFUS WAY, PORTLAND, DORSET, DT5 1ED | £175,000 | 03/09/2021 | Terraced | | 3 AUGUSTA ROAD, PORTLAND, DORSET, DT5 1DE | £169,500 | 13/08/2021 | Terraced | **Street average:** £180,000 (1 sale) **Area average:** £198,688 (8 sales) ## Price vs local average *Outcode + property type (HousePrices, last 2 years).* - **Local average:** £241,856 (45 Terraced, DT5, 2024–2026) - **Deviation:** -4.9% ## Rental Range *ONS Price Index of Private Rents (Dorset). Low / Realistic / Optimistic = conservative / average / best case.* - **Low:** £937/mo - **Realistic:** £1,041/mo - **Optimistic:** £1,145/mo ## LHA (Local Housing Allowance) *VOA 30th percentile rent floor for Mid & West Dorset (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026).* - **LHA floor (this property size):** £898/mo ## 1% Rule - **Rent ratio:** 0.45% (weak for cashflow) - **Max investor price (0.8%):** £130,125 - **Target investor price (1%):** £104,100 *Monthly rent ÷ price. 1%+ = strong, 0.8–1% = okay, <0.8% = weak. Max investor price = rent ÷ 0.8% (Stoke-style target). Target investor price = rent ÷ 1% (strong cashflow band). Based on Area rent estimate.* ## Price per Square Metre - **£/m²:** £2,738/m² ## Capital growth trend *Land Registry outcode average from sold prices: last 12 months vs 5y and 10y ago.* - **5y growth:** 2.2% - **10y growth:** 34.3% ## House Price Index (HM Land Registry) *Official index for Dorset; Terraced series; as of April 2026.* - **1y growth (index):** 0% - **5y growth (index):** 11.8% - **10y growth (index):** 34% ## Flood risk - **Zone:** 1 - **Risk:** Low - **Source:** Job (default Low) [Check long-term flood risk (GOV.UK)](https://check-long-term-flood-risk.service.gov.uk/postcode)