Esquire Estates says ..
***CASH INVESTORS ONLY*** This property presents buyers with an excellent opportunity to profit from the growing demand for high quality rental accommodation in Luton town centre. Conveniently situated a short 10 minute walk from the university of Bedfordshire & Luton train station, it boasts...
Property Oracle says ..
This studio apartment at 4 Dumfries Street, Luton, is marketed as a cash investor opportunity, highlighting its potential for rental income. Its key strengths include its location near the University of Bedfordshire and Luton train station, making it conveniently situated for students and young professionals. The building boasts modern amenities such as a gym, study areas, cinema room, and recreational facilities, which could significantly enhance the appeal to tenants. The internal photos reveal a contemporary and well-maintained apartment with a practical layout and built-in kitchen and bathroom.
However, it’s important to note that the listing lacks crucial details such as the square footage of the apartment. This lack of transparency makes it difficult to fully assess the price-per-square-foot value, as well as the overall size of the unit. Furthermore, the property’s inclusion in a larger building means that there’s no private outdoor space. The communal areas shown appear to be of good quality.
In summary, the apartment presents itself as a potentially sound investment opportunity, particularly within the context of Luton’s student accommodation market. However, potential buyers should seek clarification on the lacking details before committing to a purchase. The relative value will heavily depend upon the size and specifics of the studio.
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
- 6
- Condition
- 7
- Location
- 7
- Land
- 1
- Bedrooms
- 0
- Bathrooms
- 1
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Metrics Year-on-Year
- Average area value
- 279,877.00 £Decreased by 1.23 %
- Average area rental value
- 1,053.00 £/moDecreased by 7.39 %
- Est rental Yield
- 4.51 %Decreased by 6.43 %
- Crime Rate
- 15.00 %Unchanged by 0.00 %
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Nearby Schools
| Name | Type | Ofsted | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chapel Street Nursery School | Local Authority Nursery School | Good | 0.24 KM |
| Chapel St | Children's Centre Linked Site | 0.30 KM | |
| Rothesay Nursery School | Local Authority Nursery School | Good | 0.64 KM |
| Tennyson Road Primary School | Academy Converter | 0.66 KM | |
| Rothesay Nursery & Children'S Centre | Children's Centre Linked Site | 0.66 KM |
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Nearby Streets
| Name | Average Price | Average Sqft | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Windsor Street | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Peel Street | £ 125,000 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Castle Street | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| A505 | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Buxton Road | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
Nearby Transport
| Name | NLC | TLC | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Luton | 1536 | LUT | 0.83 KM |
| Luton Airport Parkway | 3645 | LTN | 2.52 KM |
| Leagrave | 1534 | LEA | 5.48 KM |
Nearby Listings
| Address | Price | Type | Score | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dumfries Street, Luton, Bedfordshire | £ 70,000 | BUY | 5 / 10 | 0.00 KM |
| Dumfries Street, Luton | £ 42,000 | BUY | 8 / 10 | 0.00 KM |
| 204 Block A, Opto Village, Spring Place Student Halls, 4 Dumfries Street, Luton, LU1 5FT | £ 20,000 | BUY | 6 / 10 | 0.00 KM |
| Flat 204, Spring Place, 4 Dumfries Street, Luton LU1 5FT | £ 20,000 | BUY | 5 / 10 | 0.00 KM |
| 204 Block A, Opto Village, Spring Place Student Halls, 4 Dumfries Street, Luton, LU1 5FT | £ 20,000 | BUY | 6 / 10 | 0.00 KM |
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