Western Street, Old Town, Swindon
By MILES BYRON
£ 230,000
Reviews
2 out of 5 stars
MILES BYRON says ..
* THE PERFECT FIRST-TIME PURCHASE * BEING SOLD WITH NO ONWARD CHAIN * RECENTLY IMPROVED BY THE CURRENT OWNERS - NEWLY FITTED CARPETS + REDECORATED THROUGHOUT * POPULAR LOCATION * CLOSE BY TO AMENITIES * A SHORT WALK TO THE TOWN GARDENS AND THE RAILWAY STATION * 2 DOUBLE BEDROOMS * REAR GARDEN.
Property Oracle says ..
This two-bedroom terraced house in Old Town, Swindon, presents a mixed bag of opportunities and potential drawbacks. The property’s location is a significant strength, offering access to the amenities of Old Town and its historical significance. Several well-regarded primary and secondary schools are within walking distance, making it a potentially attractive proposition for families. The property benefits from a small rear garden, though its overall size is relatively modest.
In terms of condition, the property appears habitable but shows its age. The bathroom, in particular, could benefit from modernisation, and an update of the kitchen may be a good idea. The overall finish is not high quality but is clean and seems well-maintained, suggesting that the property has been cared for and is well-suited to potential investment and renovation.
The listing price aligns reasonably with other properties in the area, especially when considering the size, location and the requirement for cosmetic enhancements and maintenance. Potential buyers should factor in the cost of any planned upgrades or renovations when assessing its overall value. Buyers seeking a move-in ready property might find the need for some modernisation to be a drawback, while those looking for a project with strong potential rental returns might see this as an opportunity. Overall, this property is best suited to buyers seeking a property in Old Town Swindon that will require some modernisation work, but that offers strong resale value in the long term, or for those seeking a rental investment.
Therefore, we give this property 5 / 10. *Disclaimer: This is our option and does constitute a recommendation or financial advice. Do your own research. *
- Price
- 7
- Condition
- 5
- Location
- 7
- Land
- 3
- Bedrooms
- 2
- Bathrooms
- 1
- Sqft (est)
- 749.70
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Metrics Year-on-Year
- Average area value
- 238,636.00 £Increased by 2.11 %
- Est sale value
- 233,156.70 £Increased by 16.04 %
- Average area rental value
- 982.00 £/moDecreased by 1.70 %
- Est letting value
- 749.70 £/moUnchanged by 0.00 %
- Est rental Yield
- 4.94 %Decreased by 3.70 %
- Crime Rate
- 8.00 %Unchanged by 0.00 %
Agent Activity
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Nearby Schools
| Name | Type | Ofsted | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| King William Street Church Of England Primary School | Academy Converter | Good | 0.27 KM |
| Holy Rood Catholic Primary School | Academy Converter | Requires improvement | 0.34 KM |
| Lethbridge Primary School | Academy Converter | Good | 0.68 KM |
| Drove Children'S Centre | Children's Centre | 0.96 KM | |
| The Commonweal School | Academy Converter | Good | 1.09 KM |
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Nearby Streets
| Name | Average Price | Average Sqft | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acril Court | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Bow Court | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Crombey Street | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Victoria Road | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Regent Circus | £ 306,667 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
Nearby Transport
| Name | NLC | TLC | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Swindon (Wilts) | 3333 | SWI | 1.16 KM |
Nearby Listings
| Address | Price | Type | Score | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Western Street, Old Town, Swindon | £ 230,000 | BUY | 5 / 10 | 0.00 KM |
| Western Street, Swindon, SN1 | £ 165,000 | BUY | 4 / 10 | 0.03 KM |
| Cross Street, Swindon, Wiltshire, SN1 3JT | £ 190,000 | BUY | 7 / 10 | 0.07 KM |
| Prospect Hill, Old Town, Swindon, SN1 | £ 220,000 | BUY | 7 / 10 | 0.07 KM |
| Dover Street, Old Town, Swindon, Wiltshire, SN1 | £ 210,000 | BUY | 5 / 10 | 0.08 KM |
Nearby Properties
| Address | Price | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| 24 Western Street | £ 190,000 | 0.04 KM |
| 28 Western Street | £ 215,000 | 0.04 KM |
| 35 Western Street | £ 170,000 | 0.04 KM |
| 31 Western Street | £ 135,000 | 0.04 KM |
| 48 Western Street | £ 194,750 | 0.04 KM |