Bush says ..
Chesterton Road is a 4 storey Victorian HMO with 8 bedsit rooms, 3 bathrooms, double glazed windows and gas fired central heating and courtyard garden. The property is an ideal investment which is close to the river and Jesus Green. The house has and is producing a regular return for the landlord...
Property Oracle says ..
This eight-bedroom property on Chesterton Road, Cambridge, presents a mixed bag. Its location is a key strength, offering proximity to good schools and relatively easy access to the city centre and train stations. However, the property’s condition is a significant drawback. The interior photos reveal a need for significant refurbishment and modernisation. The rooms are sparsely furnished and show signs of wear and tear, suggesting a need for both cosmetic and potentially structural improvements. The lack of a substantial garden or private outdoor space is another notable limitation. The list price of £900,000 needs to be considered in context. While Cambridge’s property market is strong, the price may be considered high given the property’s condition and limited land, especially when compared to other similar properties in the area. A potential buyer should factor in significant renovation costs into their overall budget. The property might be suitable for investors looking for a project, or for a large family comfortable with extensive renovation work. However, buyers expecting a move-in-ready property will likely be disappointed.
Therefore, we give this property 4 / 10. *Disclaimer: This is our option and does constitute a recommendation or financial advice. Do your own research. *
- Price
- 6
- Condition
- 4
- Location
- 7
- Land
- 1
- Bedrooms
- 8
- Bathrooms
- 3
- Sqft (est)
- 1,910.30
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Metrics Year-on-Year
- Average area value
- 577,500.00 £Decreased by 15.57 %
- Est sale value
- 1,176,744.80 £Decreased by 4.05 %
- Average area rental value
- 1,736.00 £/moDecreased by 0.86 %
- Est letting value
- 1,910.30 £/moUnchanged by 0.00 %
- Est rental Yield
- 3.61 %Increased by 17.59 %
- Crime Rate
- 14.00 %Unchanged by 0.00 %
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Nearby Schools
| Name | Type | Ofsted | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Milton Road Primary School | Community School | Good | 0.52 KM |
| Olive Ap Academy - Cambridge | Academy Alternative Provision Converter | Requires improvement | 0.58 KM |
| Castle School, Cambridge | Community Special School | Good | 0.61 KM |
| Chesterton Community College | Academy Converter | Outstanding | 0.69 KM |
| Park Street Cofe Primary School | Voluntary Aided School | Good | 0.82 KM |
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Nearby Streets
| Name | Average Price | Average Sqft | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Victoria Avenue | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Westbrook Business Park | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Victoria Homes | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Chestnut Grove | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| North Terrace | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
Nearby Transport
| Name | NLC | TLC | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cambridge | 7022 | CBG | 2.60 KM |
| Cambridge North | 8001 | CMB | 3.78 KM |
| Shelford (Cambs) | 7043 | SED | 7.46 KM |
| Waterbeach | 7079 | WBC | 9.49 KM |
Nearby Listings
| Address | Price | Type | Score | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chesterton Road, Cambridge | £ 900,000 | BUY | 4 / 10 | 0.00 KM |
| Chesterton Road, Cambridge | £ 850,000 | BUY | 5 / 10 | 0.01 KM |
| Chesterton Road, Cambridge | £ 849,995 | BUY | Unknown | 0.02 KM |
| Chesterton Road, Cambridge, CB4 | £ 850,000 | BUY | 4 / 10 | 0.02 KM |
| Victoria Avenue, Cambridge, CB4 1EH | £ 950,000 | BUY | Unknown | 0.06 KM |
Nearby Properties
| Address | Price | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| 153 Chesterton Road | £ 700,000 | 0.01 KM |
| 145 Chesterton Road | £ 587,000 | 0.01 KM |
| 151 Chesterton Road | £ 700,000 | 0.01 KM |
| 38a Chesterton Road | £ 176,000 | 0.06 KM |
| 3 Trafalgar Street | £ 505,000 | 0.08 KM |