Yew Tree Cottage, Levens, Kendal, LA8 8PN
By Hackney & Leigh
£ 275,000
Reviews
3 out of 5 stars
Hackney & Leigh says ..
Situated in the picturesque village of Levens, on the edge of the Lake District National Park, this delightful period cottage exudes character and charm. With views across the Lyth Valley to the Lakeland fells, it offers a unique opportunity to enjoy a home that is perfect for retirement, holiday...
Property Oracle says ..
The property is located in Levens, Cumbria, a village in the South Lakeland district of the North West region of England. The village benefits from its proximity to Kendal, a larger town with more amenities, and is also within reasonable travelling distance of Arnside, Oxenholme Lake District and Kendal train stations. Levens Cofe School, rated ‘Good’ by Ofsted, is conveniently located just 0.67km away. The presence of several other well-regarded schools within a 5km radius further enhances the property’s family-friendly appeal. While the provided data does not offer details on local shops and places of significance, the village setting suggests a peaceful and potentially desirable location for those seeking a quieter lifestyle. The property itself appears to be a two-story house with a small garden. From the photos, the property is in generally fair condition, although some minor cosmetic updates or repairs might be needed in certain areas, particularly the ceilings. The kitchen and bathrooms appear to be functional but dated. The presence of a garden, albeit small, adds to the property’s appeal.
Considering the list price of £275,000 and the property’s size of 587.59 sqft, the price per sqft is not provided, making a precise comparison with local market values difficult. However, nearby property prices range from £69,950 to £685,000, with significant variations in size and type. The lack of comparable properties in terms of size and features makes it challenging to definitively assess the value. The property’s location in a desirable village setting with good schools and proximity to transportation could justify a higher price per sqft compared to other less desirable areas. However, the need for potential renovations and the relatively small size of the property might suggest that the list price could be at the higher end of the reasonable range. A thorough comparative market analysis of similar properties in Levens would be needed to provide a more definitive assessment of the list price.
Therefore, we give this property 6 / 10. *Disclaimer: This is our option and does constitute a recommendation or financial advice. Do your own research. *
- Price
- 6
- Condition
- 6
- Location
- 7
- Land
- 5
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Bathrooms
- 2
- Sqft (est)
- 587.59
- Lot (est)
- 882.30
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Metrics Year-on-Year
- Average area value
- 603,889.00 £Increased by 40.02 %
- Est sale value
- 293,795.00 £Increased by 46.63 %
- Average area rental value
- 1,340.00 £/moIncreased by 1.44 %
- Est letting value
- 587.59 £/moUnchanged by 0.00 %
- Est rental Yield
- 2.66 %Decreased by 27.72 %
- Crime Rate
- 42.00 %Unchanged by 0.00 %
Agent Activity
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Nearby Schools
| Name | Type | Ofsted | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Levens Cofe School | Voluntary Controlled School | Good | 0.67 KM |
| Dallam School | Academy Converter | Good | 4.77 KM |
| West South Lakeland Surestart Children'S Centre | Children's Centre | 5.00 KM | |
| Milnthorpe Primary School | Community School | Good | 5.00 KM |
| Storth Cofe School | Voluntary Controlled School | Good | 5.66 KM |
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Nearby Streets
| Name | Average Price | Average Sqft | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Green | £ 264,000 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| The Square | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Oakwood Close | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Lord's Plain Causeway | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
Nearby Transport
| Name | NLC | TLC | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arnside | 1963 | ARN | 7.84 KM |
| Oxenholme Lake District | 2090 | OXN | 9.10 KM |
| Kendal | 1976 | KEN | 9.61 KM |
Nearby Listings
| Address | Price | Type | Score | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Church Road, Levens, Kendal, LA8 8PP | £ 525,000 | BUY | 7 / 10 | 0.08 KM |
| Church Close, Levens, LA8 | £ 460,000 | BUY | 6 / 10 | 0.26 KM |
| Lowgate, Levens, LA8 | £ 400,000 | BUY | Unknown | 0.53 KM |
| Church Road, Levens | £ 425,000 | BUY | 7 / 10 | 0.58 KM |
| Nethercroft, Levens, Kendal, LA8 | £ 375,000 | BUY | Unknown | 0.61 KM |
Nearby Properties
| Address | Price | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| 6 Causeway End | £ 175,000 | 0.03 KM |
| 3 Causeway End | £ 69,950 | 0.03 KM |
| 4 Causeway End | £ 150,000 | 0.03 KM |
| 4 Stone Lands | £ 83,950 | 0.11 KM |
| 8 Stone Lands | £ 242,000 | 0.11 KM |