Connells says ..
** NO UPPER CHAIN ** UPPER FLOOR APARTMENT ** SIZEABLE RECEPTION ROOM ** SEPARATE FITTED KITCHEN ** TWO DOUBLE BEDROOMS ** ADDITIONAL DRESSING ROOM / UTILITY SPACE ** AMPLE STORAGE THROUGHOUT ** RESIDENTS PARKING & VISITOR BAYS ** CLOSE TO WATFORD MET LINE ** IDEAL FOR FTB AND INVESTORS **
Property Oracle says ..
This two-bedroom, one-bathroom flat located on Scammell Way, Watford, is listed for £280,000. The property benefits from a convenient location near several well-regarded schools and excellent transport links to Watford High Street and Watford Junction train station. The surrounding area presents a mix of property types, and while comparable flats in Scammell Way have similar listing prices, the average property price in nearby streets suggests the property might be slightly overpriced.
The provided photographs suggest that the property is in need of some attention. While the structure appears sound, the interior is cluttered, showing signs of wear and tear. The kitchen and bathroom, in particular, would benefit from a thorough clean and a potential refurbishment to modernise them. The property is part of a larger development, with residents’ parking and access to communal green space, but it lacks a private garden.
Overall, this property presents a potential opportunity for first-time buyers or investors, but prospective purchasers should factor in the cost of improvements to bring the property up to a higher standard. The location is undeniably a strong point, offering both convenience and access to local amenities. A careful assessment of the required renovations and their associated costs, in comparison to similar properties in the area is recommended before making an offer.
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
- 2
- Bedrooms
- 2
- Bathrooms
- 1
- Sqft (est)
- 700.00
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Metrics Year-on-Year
- Average area value
- 250,000.00 £Decreased by 15.40 %
- Est sale value
- 199,500.00 £Decreased by 24.80 %
- Average area rental value
- 1,809.00 £/moDecreased by 9.05 %
- Est letting value
- 1,400.00 £/moUnchanged by 0.00 %
- Est rental Yield
- 8.68 %Increased by 7.43 %
- Crime Rate
- 7.00 %Unchanged by 0.00 %
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Nearby Schools
| Name | Type | Ofsted | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Westfield Academy | Academy Converter | Good | 0.19 KM |
| Chessbrook Education Support Centre | Pupil Referral Unit | Outstanding | 0.22 KM |
| W6 Westfield Family Centre | Children's Centre | 0.26 KM | |
| Holywell Primary School | Community School | Good | 0.46 KM |
| St Anthony'S Catholic Primary School | Voluntary Aided School | Outstanding | 0.61 KM |
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Nearby Streets
| Name | Average Price | Average Sqft | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dapple Court | £ 260,000 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Marsworth Close | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Harwoods Road | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Cardiff Road Industrial Estate | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Oakview | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
Nearby Transport
| Name | NLC | TLC | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Watford High Street | 1455 | WFH | 2.64 KM |
| Watford Junction | 1402 | WFJ | 2.77 KM |
| Bushey | 1395 | BSH | 3.25 KM |
| Carpenders Park | 1442 | CPK | 3.77 KM |
| Watford North | 1403 | WFN | 4.26 KM |
Nearby Listings
| Address | Price | Type | Score | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CLOSE TO WATFORD HOSPITAL | £ 200,000 | BUY | 5 / 10 | 0.04 KM |
| Swallows Development, Watford | £ 215,000 | BUY | 5 / 10 | 0.04 KM |
| Swallows Development, Watford | £ 215,000 | BUY | 5 / 10 | 0.04 KM |
| THANET HOUSE, Swallows Development | £ 249,950 | BUY | 6 / 10 | 0.04 KM |
| Scammell Way, Watford | £ 270,000 | BUY | 6 / 10 | 0.05 KM |
Nearby Properties
| Address | Price | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| 55 Charlock Way | £ 350,000 | 0.13 KM |
| 57 Charlock Way | £ 264,000 | 0.13 KM |
| 5 Charlock Way | £ 395,000 | 0.13 KM |
| 29 Charlock Way | £ 355,000 | 0.13 KM |
| 23 Charlock Way | £ 378,000 | 0.13 KM |