Buying or relocating to Penzance

Penzance is the most westerly major town in Cornwall

Buying or relocating to Penzance

The market town of Penzance and its working harbour lies in a sheltered corner of Mounts Bay in South West Cornwall. The town offers all amenities including: schools, doctors, churches, banks, shops, restaurants and the famous Jubilee pool, Morrab gardens and St Michaels Mount. There are great transport links via the train station with regular trains to London. Also Penzance boasts a very good bus service. There are some excellent nurseries, primary and secondary schools and a local college that is Ofsted outstanding and linked with Truro college and Plymouth university.

Penzance has some fantastic architecture as well as outstanding examples of Georgian and Victorian houses. Beautiful beaches on both coasts and a number of dog friendly beaches and beautiful coastal walks. The neighbouring town of Newlyn is approx. 1 mile away. Marazion 3 miles. Sennen, Porthcurno and St.Ives all within a short drive.

Heamoor
Heamoor is a very popular village walking distance to Penzance. It has a village shop, bakery, fish and chip shop, church’s and pub. There is a primary and secondary school in the village. Heamoor feels very rural even though you are close to Penzance town and there are some lovely rural walks very close by. There is a great variety of houses in Heamoor from two bedroom granite cottages to large detached houses with land. There are also a good selection of bungalow in quiet cul-de-sacs.

Schools in Penzance

Alverton Community Primary School
Gulval Community Primary School

Heamoor Community Primary School
Humphry Davy School
Mounts Bay School

Nancealverne School

Newlyn School

Penzance Infant School
Penzance Junior School
St Maddern’s CofE School

St Mary’s Catholic Primary School

St Mary’s CofE Primary School

Closest beaches to Penzance

Long Rock Beach
Penzance Promenade
Battery Rocks
Marazion Beach
Newlyn Tolcarne Beach
Perranuthnoe Beach
Prussia Cove

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Current properties in Penzance

Tredarvah Rd, Penzance

Guide Price £475,000

3 bedroom bungalow no onward chain for sale with three bedrooms near Penzance

A well-presented detached bungalow which is situated on the edge of Penzance in a desirable residential area within walking distance to the town centre. The property offers three double bedrooms, and conservatory which takes full advantage of the countryside views. The mature gardens are private and enclosed with the property also having a garage and driveway parking. For sale with no onward chain.

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Penzance

£485,000

4 bedroom detached house in Penzance

This property is a light airy house, comfortable and easy to live in, architect designed and truly efficient being built to the Passivhaus standard. A Passivhaus is more than just a low energy building, the whole house ventilation system ensures a fresh air supply, pre-warmed and filtered for superior air quality in a draught free environment. The property needs very little energy to achieve a comfortable temperature without conventional heating.

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Higher Carvossa, Ludgvan

£140,000

2 bedroom bungalow in ludgvan near rural and countryside needs updating and developing auction near Penzance

Auction Date: February 2025, jointly marketed with Clive Emson. A rare opportunity to acquire by auction this detached property in a substantial plot. Set in a desirable area of Ludgvan, the property does require updating. With masses of potential the bungalow could be developed/extended (subject to any necessary consents). Suitable for Cash Buyers only. Viewing to be arranged via prior appointment with Stacey Mann Estates, or further information from David Henwood at Clive Emson.

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Trafalgar Court, Penzance

£150,000

1 bedroom retirement apartment in Penzance

A retirement first floor apartment with no onward chain. The property is well presented and has a pretty rear patio. This complex is suitable for over 60's only. It has an excellent EPC rating and an early viewing is advised. Lease details 125 year lease created 2004. Maintenance/service charge for 23/24 approx £3,179.67 per annum. Ground rent approximately £395.00 per annum.

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Penlee St, Penzance

£210,000

2 bedroom terraced house in Penzance

This property is brought to the market chain free. It benefits from two bedrooms but also has a large attic room providing further storage or a perfect home office. The property is in good condition but with some cosmetic updating would make a great home.

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Garages, Penzance

£130,000

SOLD STC

Freehold garages for sale in Penzance

• Block of 4 Garages. • 1 x Large garage/workshop. • 1 Adjoining garage to the workshop. • Superb location close to Penzance seafront. • Ideal investment opportunity. • Great for owner occupier/rental. • Freehold.

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Trafalgar Ct, Penzance

£160,000

1 bedroom retirement apartment in Penzance no chain communal gardens delightful location near train station no chain viewing advised

A beatifully presented ground floor flat for sale with no onward chain. The property is in very good condition and has a pretty outlook. There are communal gardens to enjoy and a parking space maybe available by application.

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Laregan Hill, Penzance

£1,250.000

6 bedroom detached house in Penzance sensational views beautiful house large garden with no chain great location near the seafront walking distance to Newlyn

Ferriby is one of Penzance's most iconic Arts and Crafts houses which was built in 1895 for G B P Spooner Lillingston a Newlyn School artist. This beautiful South East facing property is located in a highly desirable position on Laregan Hill and comprises 3600 sq. ft of living accommodation. For sale with no onward chain this detached house has generous proportions, a magnificent sitting room and 6 bedrooms. There are spectacular sea views from the gardens and many ground and first floor rooms. The garden is impressive and well-established with ample grounds of circa 0.4 of an acre.

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Land, TR20

Offers Over £80,000

SOLD STC

land for sale near St. Just

A multifaceted block of land extending in area of just under 2.85 acres or 0.8 hectares approx. Arable pasture, garden and access land. This fertile block of land is classified as grade I on the Land Classification Map and is either level or gently sloping with varying aspects.

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Old Court, Kenegie Manor

£85,000

2 bedroom holiday house in Gulval

This two bedroom property boasts modern, spacious and light open plan living. Kenegie Manor is very well positioned with large areas of green space and has amenities on site including shop, indoor pool, launderette, tennis court and restaurant.

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Bullock Market Terrace, Penzance

£260,000

SOLD STC

Bullock Market Terrace, Penzance

A terraced house in a beautiful row of cottages set in a great town centre location. This property does require updating but is a rare opportunity which has a South facing garden of a generous size.

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Rosevean Rd, Penzance

£250,000

SOLD STC

3 bedroom semi detached house in Penzance

In need of complete renovation this attractive property offers three bedrooms, and off road parking. With a generous garden size for the area, this semi- detached house has beautiful views an early viewing is advised.

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St. Marys St, Penzance

£242,500

SOLD STC

3 bedroom terraced house inPenzance

A delightful 3-bedroom property which would make an ideal family home, buy to let, or investment. This terraced house is arranged over three floors and has an upstairs bathroom. Outside there is a rear enclosed patio with useful outhouse.

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Tredarvah Rd, Penzance

£595,000

SOLD STC

4 bedroom house in Penzance with annexe

Set in a desirable area this immaculately presented detached house offers contemporary living with a beautifully designed garden which is perfect for al-fresco dining. The detached property has 4 bedrooms (one en-suite) with a one bedroom additional annexe which could be used for secondary accommodation. There are pretty countryside views, roof terrace and driveway.

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Albert Buildings, Penzance

£280,000

1 bedroom terraced house in Penzance

A beautifully designed house which is very versatile. Having previously been two bedrooms, it could easily be adapted to be that again. This terraced property has traditional features including exposed beams, parquet flooring with a bespoke staircase and views reaching as far as Marazion.

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St. Dominic Street, Penzance

£200,000

2 bedroom terraced house in Penzance great first time buyers house

Great little project or first time buy this terraced house is for sale with no onward chain. There are two bedrooms with upstairs bathroom and rear patio and an early viewing is highly recommended.

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Alverton

£262,000

2 bedroom terraced house in Alverton

This immaculately presently property has beautiful gardens to both front and rear. There is a ground floor cloakroom, Seperate utility and the rear facing sunroom is an excellent extension of the living space. Upstairs there are two double bedrooms and a family bathroom.

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Marine Terrace, Penzance

£441,000

6 bedroom terraced house in Penzance with sea views potential for guest house

Once a successful guesthouse this property is extremely versatile and has huge potential to create a stunning family home and re vamp to create serious income opportunity. Sitting centre stage on Penzance’s wonderful promenade overlooking the Jubilee Pool. The views from the front of the property are outstanding rain or shine. The whole house is surprisingly quiet with no road noise and the property is chain free.

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Laregan House, Alverton

£400,000

3 bedroom apartment in Laregan House in Penzance beautiful historic property no chain

A former mansion, Laregan House has been split into four apartments with number 4 occupying most of the ground floor. It benefits from its own large private gardens, garage and two allocated parking spaces. The property has impressive light, characterful accommodation-

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Clements Rd

£615,000

SOLD STC

4 bedroom detached house in Penzance

This beautiful, detached property is a true hidden gem in Penzance, tucked away on Clements Road the property is extremely quiet. The semi open plan living area has an excellent flow creating a light social space but also providing a sense of separation if needed.

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Castle Rd

£345,000

3 bedroom terraced house in Penzance near the train station

A well-presented Edwardian terrace property with three double bedrooms and sea views from the principle bedroom. The property benefits from light and airy rooms and there is a good-sized garage to the rear along with easy on road parking.

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Centenary Way, Penzance

£425,000

3 bedroom detached house in Penzance

This three-bedroom detached property has an excellent EPC rating with recently installed solar electric feed system which keeps the running costs of this property to a bare minimum.

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Alverton

£269,500

3 bedroom semi detached house in Alverton near primary school

A splendid three bedroom semi-detached house in a great residential area. There are two reception rooms, and large rear garden. The property would benefit hugely from some cosmetic updating but does benefit from a recently fitted mains gas central heating system. The property is for sale with no onward chain.

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Abbey Mall, Penzance

£575,000

3 bedroom apartment in Penzance amazing sea views

This amazing three-bedroom three bath property has some of the best views in Penzance. The vast property covers over 1770 square foot and benefits from two off road parking spaces along with private promenading rights on the vast roof top terrace.

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Alverton Road, Penzance

Offers Over £45,000

pumping station with potential

A rare opportunity to acquire a unique pumping station. This historic station was previously used to bring water into the town from Drift Reservoir. It offers a multitude of uses (subject to any relevant planning permission).

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North Parade, Penzance

£695,000

SOLD STC

5 Bedroom terraced house in Penzance

This sensational property is arranged over four floors, has off road parking for two cars and a very pretty private garden, all moments from the town centre whilst being tucked away in a quiet location. This vast property could be enjoyed as a family home but could also be easily adapted to provide separate living accommodation to the rear of the property for a family member or to generate an income.

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Alverton Terrace, Penzance

£125,000

SOLD STC

1 bedroom flat in Penzance

A recently fully refurbished mid floor flat set within a Grade 2 listed building. The flat is sold with no onward chain and is a hidden gem boasting the added benefit of a private parking space.

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Penzance

Offers Over £225,000

2 bedroom maisonette in Penzance lovely unique and quirky property

A unique two bedroom house set in a most handsome Georgian residence. The property is in a quiet, secret and convenient location central to all amenities. It has been renovated by the current owners, and is presented to a very high standard with improvements including bespoke fitted kitchen, bathroom, lime rendering, and new windows.

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High Street, Penzance

£239,950

Great first time house in Penzance with two bedrooms and attic room with great space in great town centre location

A superb two bedroom terraced house with downstairs utility room, w/c and rear patio. This property would make a great first time buy or investment buy to let. The house is for sale with no onward chain and an early viewing is highly recommended.

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Carfury, Newmill

£275,000

property with land in Newmill

A detached barn conversion nestled into approximately an acre of land in Newmill, a short drive away from Penzance. The land has great potential for a variety of uses or possible glamping/allotments. This attractive one- bedroom property has retained some beautiful traditional features and is for sale with no onward chain.

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2 Mounts Bay Lodge

£249,950

1 Bedroom retirement apartment with sea views in Penzance

An immaculate 1-bedroom contemporary apartment situated on the first floor within a group of residences exclusively for over 60's. This property is at the back of the building and therefore very quiet with little road noise,

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Lower Drift

£495,000

5 Bedroom detached in Drift

A detached five bedroom property set in a rural area surrounded by beautiful Cornish countryside. This property is only a short drive to Penzance town centre with all local amenities. The house is in need of extensive modernisation and is for sale with no onward chain.

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Tregender Lane, Crowlas

£625,000

4 Bedroom semi detached

A beautifully presented house in a small village three miles east of Penzance. This semi-detached property has four double bedrooms, parking for several vehicles, garage and useful workshop. Martha's Garden has sublime rural views and pretty front and rear gardens with ample seating areas and attractive planted borders.

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Jamaica Terrace, Heamoor

£300,000

2 Bedroom detached in Heamoor, no chain

A unique two bedroom detached house which has undergone total renovation under the current owner. For sale with no onward chain this beautifully presented property offers a low maintenance paved area at the rear together with a workshop/studio which would suit a multitude of uses.

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2 Acres, Ding Dong

Offers Over £80,000

land in penzance suitable for allotment, equestrian and gardening.

A circa two acre field with traditional stone wall boundaries in a unique and tranquil location. The field is relatively level and has beautiful views of Mount's Bay, the Lizard and St. Michael's Mount.

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North Parade, Penzance

£599,000

4 bedroom terraced house in Penzance beautiful original features, harold harvey, would make great studio/work from home property.

Located in one of Penzance’s most sought-after locations this substantial Grade II listed Regency terraced town house offers spacious and well-proportioned living accommodation over four floors.

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Ground Floor, Pendarves

£225,000

2 bedroom apartment in Penzance

A ground floor apartment in a good town centre location. This 2-bedroom property boasts a patio, modern kitchen and additional hobbies room.

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7 Mounts Bay Lodge

£325,000

retirement apartment near sea in Penzance with large balcony

An immaculate 1-bedroom contemporary apartment situated on the first floor, within a group of residences exclusively for over 60’s. It benefits from a double balcony offering stunning harbour and Mounts Bay views.

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North Parade, Penzance

£499,000

SOLD STC

4 bed terraced house in Penzance

This substantial Grade 2 listed property offers bright and spacious accommodation and is centrally located. There are four good size bedrooms and two parking spaces opposite with a well-stocked and secluded garden.

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Albert Buildings

£85,000

shop/retail unit for sale Penzance

An end of terrace single storey building which has been operating as a hair salon since 1984.

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Queen Street

£180,000

3 bed terraced flat in Penzance town.

An ideal investment opportunity or first time buy this chain free property offers three-bedrooms and spacious reception rooms.

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Tredarvah Road, Penzance

£610,000

SOLD STC

4 Bedroom detached house in Penzance,

A detached house which is approached by a spacious driveway with parking for 2 vehicles. There are four bedrooms, beautiful enclosed rear garden which is private and benefits from the sun all day. The house has been extended with new windows, electrics and flooring and is for sale with no onward chain and an excellent EPC.

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Trafalgar Court, Penzance

£165,000

SOLD STC

2 bed retirement house.

An immaculately presented two-bedroom retirement apartment situated in Trafalgar Court which is a secure complex with communal gardens, lounge and parking. Chain free.

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42 Mounts Bay Lodge

£309,000

2 bed retirement apartment for sale in Penzance near the seafront and harbour views

An immaculate 2-bedroom contemporary apartment situated within a group of residences exclusively for over 60's on the third floor.

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Regent Terrace, Penzance

£630,000

Regent Terrace, seaview, Penzance

This impressive grade II Listed double fronted property was built in 1836. The house has beautiful sea views.

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Alexandra Road

Guide Price £930,000

SOLD STC

Alverne Hay, Alexandra Road, Penzance

An iconic and imposing late Victorian detached property, divided into five self-contained flats, situated in landscaped south-facing gardens in the seaside town of Penzance.

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Morrab Road, Penzance

£161,700

Flat for sale in Morrab Road, Penzance

An immaculately presented and CHAIN FREE split-level flat located in a charming period house close to the town centre. It has been recently improved with new carpets and flooring together with a new Woodburner. The building consists of 5 flats and has the added benefit of parking to the rear of the property. A very quiet residential property that can also be purchased as a buy to let for shorter or longer term tenancies. Please note this property is not available to holiday let or air b and b. It is also a non pet property.

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Land At Halamanning, St Hilary

£50,000

land for sale in Halamanning near Penzance great for horses

2.3 acres of versatile land available with road access and countryside views. Bounded by Cornish hedging. This land would be suitable for hobby farming, allotments, equestrian use

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Plot 1, Nr St. Erth

£135,000

Building plot/land with great countryside views and nearby footpaths great access to A30 and close transport and rail links to nearby St. Ives

A good size building plot situated down a lane with beautiful countryside walks nearby.

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Market Jew Street

£375,000

Flat in Penzance

A superb 3- bed roomed period apartment on three floors. The property has an abundance of beautiful features including stunning circular staircase, ceiling roses, cornicing and fireplace.

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Alverton

£269,500

SOLD STC

Great family home for sale in Alverton, investment buy or first time buy.

This appealing end of terrace property is for sale with no onward chain. There are two good size bedrooms and the house benefits from a recently refurbished bathroom, and good EPC rating. Would make a great family home or investment buy to let.

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Tremethick

£179,950

Mrs Joes Cottage

Mrs Joe’s Cottage is a charming semi-detached cottage which would benefit from upgrading and extensive modernisation.

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27 Mounts Bay Lodge

£249,995

Mounts Bay Lodge

Number 27 Mounts Bay Lodge is an immaculate, never been lived in one bedroom apartment. It is situated within a group of residences exclusively for over 60's on the third floor.

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Chapel Street, Penzance

£295,000

flat for sale in Chapel street no chain in need of modernisation

A beautiful first floor apartment located in the historic Chapel Street. The accommodation offers 2/3 bedrooms with beautiful high ceilings.

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Alverton Manor, Penzance

£210,000

SOLD STC

Alverton Manor, Penzance

An immaculate two-bedroom apartment set in a stunning grade II listed property. Beautifully converted in 2013, this property boasts a light modern interior with integrated kitchen. The property has use of the communal South facing gardens

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Oakland Mews, St. Michaels Street, Penzance

£295,000

Oakland Mews, St. Michaels Street, Penzance

A modern duplex two-bedroom apartment in an attractive mews development for sale with no onward chain. This stunning property was a former school building and was converted in 2008. Oakland Mews is a secure gated complex which is a rarity in Penzance

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Mounts Bay Lodge, New Town Lane, Penzance

£299,950

SOLD STC

retirement apartments in Penzance with sea view

A front facing apartment with stunning sea and harbour views. This one-bedroom apartment comes to the market immaculately presented with a great outlook over Penzance Harbour. It is situated within a group of residences exclusively for over 60's. There is a residents lounge and outdoor communal area.

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Tredarvah Drive, Penzance

£899,950

tredarvah-drive-penzance

This impressive four-bedroomed detached property is located off one of the most exclusive private drives in Penzance. The property boasts what is probably one of the finest gardens in Penzance with sweeping lawns. established beds and woodland borders. A gardeners dream.

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Lannoweth Terrace, Penzance

£350,000

Lannoweth Terrace, Penzance

A versatile and spacious townhouse set over three floors.

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Park Road, Newlyn

OIRO £265,000

House for sale in Newlyn with sea views and no onward chain

To be sold with no onward chain this great three bedroom end of terrace property has sea views of Newlyn. The house is in a perfect location just 10 minutes from the centre of Newlyn. There is on road parking, a new boiler, and would make a good investment or buy to let.

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Hal An Tachen, Newbridge, Penzance

£700,000

SOLD STC

4 bedroom bungalow near St Just in rural location

This property has been completely metamorphosed after its purchase in 2005. The former bungalow has been transformed into a substantial home with increased footprint and ecological improvements.

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