3 Bedroom Detached House

**OFFERS OVER £400,000** Jukes Estate Agents are delighted to bring to market this lovely 3 bedroom semi detached family home in Fir Park which is part of the highly desirably 'Parks development' Harlow.
For sale by way of our exclusive Secured Sale Method.*
FIR PARK, HARLOW
Spacious Three Bedroom Semi-Detached Family Home | Sought-After Parks Development | Approx. 52' Rear Garden | Driveway & Detached Garage | Superb Potential to Extend STPP

Occupying a generous plot within the highly sought-after Parks Development, this spacious three-bedroom semi-detached family home in Fir Park offers approximately 941 sq ft of internal accommodation, together with a substantial detached garage of approximately 160 sq ft. With two reception areas, three well-proportioned bedrooms, an approximately 52' rear garden, extensive driveway parking and exciting potential for extension and reconfiguration, subject to the necessary consents, this is a property that offers not only an excellent family home today but tremendous possibilities for the future.

Fir Park forms part of Harlow's extremely popular Parks Development, an established residential area particularly well suited to family life. The property enjoys an attractive position with a broad frontage, mature planting and a long driveway running alongside the house towards the detached garage.

What becomes immediately apparent when viewing the house is the amount of space associated with it. The combination of a wide side driveway, substantial rear garden and detached garage gives the property a degree of versatility increasingly difficult to find, while also creating considerable scope for a future owner to remodel, extend and personalise the home.

According to the floorplan, the house itself provides approximately 87.4 sq m / 941 sq ft of internal accommodation, with the garage adding a further 14.9 sq m / 160 sq ft, producing approximately 102.3 sq m / 1,101 sq ft in total.

Entrance Hall

The front door opens into a particularly useful and welcoming entrance hall, providing space for coats, shoes and hallway furniture without compromising access through the property.

The staircase rises from here to the first floor, while the layout gives access to the kitchen and principal reception accommodation.

The proportions of the hallway are another indication that this is a traditionally designed family home, with considerably more circulation space than is often encountered in newer properties.

Reception Room - Approx. 13'6" x 11'4" (4.11m x 3.45m)

Positioned at the front of the property is an attractive principal reception room measuring approximately 13'6" x 11'4".

A large curved bay-style window stretches across much of the front elevation, allowing an abundance of natural daylight into the room and providing an attractive outlook across the front garden.

The room comfortably accommodates substantial sofas and occasional furniture, while the fireplace creates a natural focal point.

One of the particularly appealing features is the connection with the dining room beyond. Folding internal doors allow the two reception spaces to remain separate when required or to be opened together, producing an excellent arrangement for entertaining, larger family gatherings or simply creating a greater feeling of openness.

Dining Room - Approx. 11'10" x 9'8" (3.61m x 2.95m)

Beyond the reception room is a generous separate dining room measuring approximately 11'10" x 9'8".

There is ample space for a substantial dining table and chairs together with additional furniture, making this a genuine family dining room rather than simply an extension of the lounge.

Large glazed doors open directly onto the rear garden, providing plenty of natural light and creating an excellent connection between the house and outside space.

During the warmer months this arrangement lends itself perfectly to entertaining, barbecues and family gatherings, while the direct garden outlook makes the room feel particularly bright and pleasant.

The relationship between the dining room, kitchen and rear garden is also one of the areas in which the property's future potential really begins to become apparent.

Subject to planning permission, Building Regulations and any other necessary consents, purchasers may wish to investigate combining and extending these areas to create the large kitchen/dining/family room that has become so desirable in modern family homes.

Kitchen - Approx. 11'10" x 8'0" (3.61m x 2.44m)

The kitchen measures approximately 11'10" x 8'0" and is fitted with a range of wall and base units providing useful storage and worktop space.

A large rear-facing window positioned above the sink brings natural light into the room and provides an outlook towards the garden, while there is space for a cooker, washing machine and further appliances.

A wall-mounted boiler is also situated within the kitchen.

Importantly, a separate external door provides direct access to the rear garden, making the arrangement extremely practical for everyday family life.

While perfectly usable in its present form, the kitchen provides an excellent opportunity for a new owner to introduce their own design and specification. With the dining room immediately alongside and such a substantial garden behind the property, there is obvious potential to explore a far more ambitious kitchen/family arrangement in the future, subject to the relevant permissions.

First Floor

The staircase rises to a naturally bright first-floor landing with a side-facing window.

From here there is access to all three bedrooms, the family bathroom and separate WC.

Principal Bedroom - Approx. 13'11" x 10'7" (4.24m x 3.23m)

The principal bedroom is an impressively sized double room measuring approximately 13'11" x 10'7".

Its generous proportions are clearly demonstrated by the amount of furniture currently accommodated within the room. There is space for a substantial double bed together with extensive wardrobes, drawers and additional bedroom furniture without the room feeling compromised.

A wide window provides excellent natural light, and the overall dimensions create plenty of scope for a future owner to introduce a contemporary fitted wardrobe arrangement if desired.

This is very much a proper principal bedroom, with the dimensions expected of a traditional family house.

Bedroom Two - Approx. 11'2" x 10'7" (3.40m x 3.23m)

The second bedroom is another excellent double, measuring approximately 11'2" x 10'7".

Again, the room offers more than enough space for a double bed together with wardrobes and additional bedroom furniture.

Its size makes it suitable not only as a child's bedroom but equally as a comfortable guest room, teenager's bedroom or substantial home working space.

Bedroom Three - Approx. 10'0" x 7'4" (3.05m x 2.24m)

The third bedroom measures approximately 10'0" x 7'4", giving it considerably more versatility than many modern third bedrooms.

It makes an excellent child's bedroom but could equally serve as a nursery, dressing room, dedicated home office or hobby room.

Family Bathroom

The family bathroom is fitted with a panelled bath complete with glazed shower screen together with a pedestal wash basin.

Part tiled walls and a rear-facing obscure glazed window complete the room, with the window providing both natural light and ventilation.

Separate WC

Alongside the bathroom is a completely separate WC.

For families, particularly those with several children, separating the WC from the main bathroom can prove surprisingly useful during busy mornings and is another practical feature of the existing layout.

A SUPERB REAR GARDEN - APPROX. 52' x 29'

One of the property's standout features is undoubtedly the substantial rear garden, measuring approximately 52' x 29' (15.85m x 8.84m) at its maximum dimensions according to the floorplan.

The latest photographs demonstrate just how much outside space is available.

Immediately adjoining the house is a paved terrace, ideally positioned for outdoor furniture and entertaining. Beyond this is a substantial lawned garden with established shrubs, planted borders and further seating/decking areas.

The overall depth and width give families plenty of room for children's play equipment, entertaining areas, landscaping or traditional lawns and flower beds.

Just as importantly, the size of the garden means that anyone contemplating an extension may potentially be able to enlarge the house considerably while still retaining meaningful outside space.

Outstanding Extension Potential - Subject to Planning Permission

This is perhaps one of the property's most exciting attributes.

The combination of the approximately 52' rear garden and substantial side driveway means purchasers may wish to investigate a number of possibilities for extending or reconfiguring the existing house.

A single-storey rear extension could potentially transform the kitchen and dining accommodation into a substantial open-plan kitchen/dining/family room, with large areas of glazing or bi-folding doors opening onto the garden.

Depending upon the design, purchasers may also wish to explore possibilities involving the side of the property or a larger side-and-rear configuration.

There may additionally be scope to investigate alterations to the roof space.

Naturally, no planning permission is implied or guaranteed, and any extension, alteration or conversion would be subject to planning permission where required, Building Regulations, structural advice and all other relevant consents.

Nevertheless, what makes the house so appealing is that there is genuine space around it with which a future owner can potentially work.

Driveway & Off-Road Parking

To the side of the house is a long private driveway, providing valuable off-road parking and continuing alongside the property towards the garage.

Depending upon vehicle sizes and parking arrangement, the driveway provides scope for multiple vehicles - a particularly valuable feature for modern families.

There is also direct pedestrian access from the driveway towards the rear garden.

Detached Garage - Approx. 16'0" x 10'0" (4.88m x 3.05m)

Situated towards the rear of the plot is a substantial detached garage measuring approximately 16'0" x 10'0", providing approximately 160 sq ft of additional space.

Naturally, the garage can continue to be used for vehicle parking, motorcycles, bicycles, garden equipment or general household storage.

However, buyers who do not require garaging for a vehicle may immediately recognise an entirely different opportunity.

Subject to any necessary permissions and Building Regulations, the garage could potentially be adapted to provide a superb home office, gymnasium, fitness studio, workshop, hobby room, games room, music room, art studio or dedicated work-from-home space.

For someone operating a business from home or working remotely several days each week, having a completely separate building away from the main living accommodation could be enormously attractive.

It provides the possibility of going to "work" without actually leaving home while still keeping professional and family life clearly separated.

Location - The Parks Development

The location is another significant reason why Fir Park remains so popular.

The Parks Development is an established residential area of Harlow with schools, transport links, healthcare facilities, shopping and recreational amenities all readily accessible.

Families are particularly well served.

Jerounds Primary Academy is approximately 0.2 miles away. It caters for children aged 3-11, including Early Years provision, and its current Ofsted outcome is Good. Milwards Primary School and Nursery, approximately 0.4 miles away, is also currently rated Good.

For secondary-age education, St Mark's West Essex Catholic School is approximately 1.2 miles away and is currently Ofsted-rated Good. Passmores Academy, approximately 1.9 miles away, is also currently rated Good. Prospective purchasers should make their own enquiries regarding admissions, eligibility and catchment areas.

Public transport is particularly convenient, with the Fir Park bus stop only around 50 metres from the postcode, effectively placing local bus services almost on the doorstep.

Harlow Town railway station is approximately 2 miles away, providing an excellent option for commuters, while Harlow Town Centre and its main bus station are approximately 1.3 miles from the area.

Medical facilities are also conveniently positioned, with Lister Medical Centre and dental facilities at Lister House roughly half a mile from the immediate area, while Princess Alexandra Hospital is within a short drive.

For those travelling by road, there is convenient access across Harlow towards the A414 and M11 at Junction 7, providing onward connections towards London, Cambridge, Stansted Airport and the wider motorway network.

The Opportunity

There is an enormous amount to like about this particular property.

At approximately 941 sq ft internally, this is already a well-proportioned three-bedroom family home, with two excellent reception areas, three genuine bedrooms, a separate bathroom and WC and an eminently practical layout.

Add the approximately 52' x 29' rear garden, long driveway and 160 sq ft detached garage, and the overall offering becomes considerably more compelling.

Perhaps most importantly, however, this is a property that gives its next owner choices.

It could simply be modernised and enjoyed in its existing configuration.

Alternatively, the kitchen and dining spaces could be reconsidered to create a more contemporary arrangement.

A new owner could investigate extending to the rear or side, subject to permission.

The garage could remain invaluable storage or potentially become a dedicated office, studio or gym.

The garden could be completely redesigned to provide multiple entertaining and recreation zones.

In short, this is not simply a three-bedroom house - it is a genuine long-term family home with the space and potential to evolve as its owners' requirements change.

Key Features
Highly sought-after Fir Park
Part of Harlow's extremely popular Parks Development
Spacious three-bedroom semi-detached family home
Approximately 941 sq ft / 87.4 sq m of internal accommodation
Approximately 1,101 sq ft / 102.3 sq m including garage
Reception room approximately 13'6" x 11'4"
Large front bay-style window
Fireplace creating an attractive focal point
Separate dining room approximately 11'10" x 9'8"
Folding doors connecting reception and dining rooms
Direct access from dining room to rear garden
Kitchen approximately 11'10" x 8'0"
Principal bedroom approximately 13'11" x 10'7"
Second double bedroom approximately 11'2" x 10'7"
Third bedroom approximately 10'0" x 7'4"
Family bathroom
Separate WC
Superb rear garden approximately 52' x 29'
Long private driveway providing valuable off-road parking
Detached garage approximately 16' x 10' / 160 sq ft
Excellent potential for garage conversion to office, gym, studio or hobby space, subject to requirements and consents
Excellent potential to extend and reconfigure subject to planning permission
Potential to create a substantial open-plan kitchen/dining/family room STPP
Excellent nearby nursery and primary education
Ofsted-rated Good secondary schools accessible nearby
Bus stop approximately 50 metres away
Harlow Town railway station approximately 2 miles away
Harlow Town Centre approximately 1.3 miles away
Lister House medical and dental facilities nearby
Princess Alexandra Hospital within easy reach
Convenient access to the A414 and M11
Viewing strongly recommended

This is an increasingly rare opportunity to acquire a spacious traditional family home on a generous plot in one of Harlow's most established and desirable residential developments - offering excellent accommodation today and exciting potential for tomorrow.
So we know all about the property, but what is living in Harlow actually like?
Living in Harlow: a family-focused guide to everyday life, amenities and nearby places to explore
Harlow is a practical, green and well-connected Essex town that tends to suit families who want space, schools, shopping, parks and London access without moving into a more expensive Hertfordshire or Epping Forest commuter town. It is not a chocolate-box market town, and its post-war New Town layout gives it a functional, planned feel, but that is also one of its strengths: neighbourhoods are spread around green wedges, cycle routes, play areas, local shopping hatches and major amenities.
For families, Harlow's biggest selling point is the amount of green space and low-cost activity on the doorstep. Harlow Town Park is one of the town's best-loved amenities, with large open spaces, Pets' Corner, gardens, play areas, a café, a paddling pool, skate facilities and room for walking, cycling and picnics.
The feel of living in Harlow
Harlow is best understood as a family town rather than a lifestyle destination. It has the things households use every week: supermarkets, retail parks, schools, nurseries, leisure facilities, medical services, train stations, theatres, parks, cafés, sports clubs and children's activities.
The town's layout is car-friendly, but it is also unusually good for walking and cycling because Harlow was planned with separate cycle tracks and green corridors. Families who live near the Town Park, Old Harlow, Church Langley, Newhall, Gilden Park, Mark Hall, Potter Street or the Stort Valley side of town can access open space quickly. The trade-off is that some neighbourhoods feel more suburban and spread out than older market towns nearby.
Commuters benefit from Harlow Town and Harlow Mill railway stations, with services towards London and Cambridge. Road links are also useful, especially via the M11 and A414, making Harlow practical for people who travel for work, school runs, airport journeys or weekend trips.
Shopping, town centre and everyday services
Harlow has two main central shopping areas: The Harvey Centre and The Water Gardens. The Harvey Centre is useful for retail, casual dining, services and cinema trips, while The Water Gardens offers open-air shopping, restaurants, cafés, parking and a more spacious setting.
For day-to-day life, residents also use local neighbourhood centres, supermarkets, retail parks, petrol stations, pharmacies, gyms, cafés, takeaways and community facilities across the town. Harlow is not short of convenience; its weaker point is charm in some central areas compared with nearby older towns such as Sawbridgeworth, Epping or Bishop's Stortford.
Healthcare and education
Harlow's main hospital is The Princess Alexandra Hospital, which is one of the town's most important amenities and a major advantage for families who want local access to hospital services.
For education, Harlow has a mix of primary schools, secondary schools, special educational provision, nurseries and further education. Harlow College is a major local college offering academic, vocational, apprenticeship and adult learning routes. Families considering a move should still compare catchments, Ofsted reports, admissions criteria and school journeys carefully, because the experience can vary significantly by neighbourhood.
Parks, culture and family life
Harlow is particularly good for families who like low-cost weekend routines: parks, playgrounds, feeding ducks, walking, cycling, soft play, swimming, trampolining, theatre, museums and short drives to countryside attractions.
The standout family amenity is Harlow Town Park. It is large enough for repeat visits without feeling like the same outing every time: one weekend might be Pets' Corner and the café; another might be the adventure playground, skate park or paddling pool; another could be a walk through the gardens and meadows.
Harlow also has strong cultural assets. Harlow Playhouse provides theatre, comedy, music, dance, children's shows and community performances. Harlow Museum & Walled Gardens gives families a local history attraction with indoor and outdoor space. The town is also known for its public sculpture collection, with works placed across the town centre, green spaces and neighbourhoods.
Things families can do together in Harlow
Families can spend time together at Harlow Town Park, especially Pets' Corner, the adventure playground, inclusive play area, paddling pool, skate park, gardens, meadows and café.
For nature-focused days, Parndon Wood Nature Reserve is a strong option, offering woodland walks, wildlife, birdwatching, pond life and a quieter alternative to the main town park. Families can also explore the Stort Valley, local meadows, cycle routes and green corridors around the town.
Other family options include swimming, soft play, trampolining and climbing at Harlow Leisurezone. Families can also visit Harlow Museum & Walled Gardens, follow the sculpture trail, see a show at Harlow Playhouse, explore The Gibberd Garden, use local splash parks in summer, visit playgrounds across the town, or go for riverside walks.
The Gibberd Garden is another distinctive Harlow attraction. It is connected with Sir Frederick Gibberd, the master planner of Harlow New Town, and offers landscaped gardens, sculptures, lawns, paths and quiet corners for a slower-paced family visit.
Things children and teenagers can do on their own
For children and teenagers, Harlow offers a better-than-average spread of independent activities. Younger children have playgrounds, splash parks, paddling pools, soft play, Pets' Corner, museum activities and holiday events.
Older children and teenagers can use the skate park, sports clubs, swimming pool, trampoline park, climbing facilities, cinema, theatre groups, dance classes, football, martial arts, gym-based youth sessions where available, cycling routes and informal meet-up spaces in the town centre.
Harlow Playhouse also offers opportunities for young people interested in performance, theatre and creative activities. For older teenagers, Harlow College adds a major local route into A Levels, vocational learning, T Levels, apprenticeships and adult education without necessarily having to travel out of town.
As with any town, parents will want to think about the age and confidence of the child, evening travel, bus routes, lighting, peer groups and which parts of town they are using. The advantage is that teenagers do not have to rely entirely on parents driving them to Bishop's Stortford, Epping or Chelmsford for everything.
Things adults can do on their own
Adults have a solid range of everyday leisure. Harlow Leisurezone covers gym, swimming, fitness classes, sports facilities and spa-style relaxation. The town centre provides shopping, cafés, restaurants, cinema and casual dining.
Adults can also use Harlow Playhouse for theatre, comedy, music and dance; visit exhibitions at Harlow Museum; walk or run in the Town Park; join sports clubs; use the sculpture trail; explore Parndon Wood; volunteer locally; or spend time at cafés and pubs in Old Harlow and surrounding villages.
For work and business, Harlow also has an employment base beyond retail and public services, including business parks, healthcare, education, logistics, science, technology and innovation-related employment.
Surrounding towns and villages: useful amenities nearby
One of Harlow's strengths is that it sits close to several attractive towns, villages and countryside areas, so residents can use Harlow for everyday practicality and nearby places for variety.
Sawbridgeworth is a smaller, more historic town just north of Harlow, with a more traditional feel, independent shops, pubs, cafés, schools, river walks and access to parks and open spaces. It is useful for families who want a quieter high street, Sunday walks or a change from Harlow town centre.
Bishop's Stortford offers a larger market-town alternative for shopping, restaurants, schools, rail links, culture and nights out. It has a busy town centre, a strong choice of cafés and restaurants, leisure options, schools and access to Stansted Airport. It is a useful nearby destination for families, commuters, teenagers and adults wanting more dining or evening options.
Epping and the Epping Forest area are valuable for countryside, walks, pubs, cycling, riding, heritage and family days out. Epping Forest is especially useful for families who enjoy outdoor space, dog walks, bike rides, nature trails and traditional pub lunches.
Waltham Abbey and Lee Valley add major family and adventure amenities. The Lee Valley area offers water sports, cycling, walking, wildlife, family attractions and outdoor activities. It is a strong weekend option for families who want something more active than a local park.
Roydon, High Wych, Matching, Sheering, Nazeing and the smaller villages around Harlow offer pubs, village halls, primary schools, walks, local shops and a more rural feel. They are useful for Sunday lunches, dog walks, cycling routes and families who want countryside close by while still relying on Harlow for bigger shops, hospital access, leisure and transport.
Overall verdict
Living in Harlow is about practicality, green space and family convenience. It is a strong choice for households that want parks, schools, hospital access, shopping, leisure facilities, children's activities and London connections in one place.
Its best features are Harlow Town Park, Pets' Corner, the playground network, Parndon Wood, Harlow Leisurezone, the Playhouse, the museum, the sculpture heritage, and the ease of reaching Bishop's Stortford, Sawbridgeworth, Epping Forest and Lee Valley.
For family life, especially when choosing the right neighbourhood for schools, commute and daily routines, Harlow offers a lot: space, amenities, nature, culture and a broad menu of things for children and adults to do without needing to leave town every weekend.
*Secured Sale Method means that the lucky new owner(s) will have to pay a reservation fee of 1% + VAT to secure the property and this should be factored in when making an offer. This does NOT mean that you pay more for the property. Please call the office for full details.

All measurements and areas are approximate and have been taken from the supplied floorplan. All distances are approximate. School Ofsted outcomes were checked against information available at the time of preparation. Prospective purchasers should independently verify school admissions and catchment areas. Any reference to extension, conversion, alteration or alternative use is subject to all necessary planning permission, Building Regulations, covenants and other consents where required.

Council Tax Band: D
Tenure: Freehold