The Cross, Wivenhoe, Colchester, CO7
By Michaels Property Consultants Ltd
£ 130,000
Reviews
2 out of 5 stars
Michaels Property Consultants Ltd says ..
One bedroom apartment within easy reach of Essex University and train station. Offering kitchen, living room, bedroom, bathroom, allocated parking and communal gardens. Offered for sale with no onward chain, viewing is highly advised to avoid disappointment.
Property Oracle says ..
This one-bedroom apartment located on The Cross, Wivenhoe, is marketed for £130,000. The property boasts a convenient location near Wivenhoe train station, making commuting easy and providing excellent access to Colchester and other areas. Several well-regarded primary schools are also within walking distance. The apartment itself appears to be in reasonable condition. The interior decor is functional but could benefit from updating. The provided images show a compact kitchen with essential appliances, a living area with adequate space, a bathroom with a bath and shower, and a bedroom of decent size. The lack of a private garden is a noteworthy feature. However, communal gardens are mentioned in the listing. While this apartment presents a reasonably priced entry point into the Wivenhoe housing market, prospective buyers should consider the lack of outdoor space and potentially plan for some updating, depending on their personal preferences. The property’s value is strengthened by its location and the relative ease of access to nearby amenities and transport. Prospective buyers may wish to conduct further research to determine the quality of communal garden space. The lack of accurate information on plot size and square footage in relation to price prevents a detailed price per sqft analysis. Considering the location, the proximity to amenities and schools, and the overall condition, the asking price reflects a reasonably priced entry point into the local market for a first time buyer or investor.
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
- 6
- Location
- 7
- Land
- 2
- Bedrooms
- 1
- Bathrooms
- 1
- Sqft (est)
- 462.00
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Metrics Year-on-Year
- Average area value
- 343,500.00 £Decreased by 10.23 %
- Est sale value
- 139,062.00 £Increased by 62.70 %
- Average area rental value
- 1,207.00 £/moDecreased by 5.18 %
- Est letting value
- 462.00 £/mo
- Est rental Yield
- 4.22 %Increased by 5.76 %
- Crime Rate
- 63.00 %Unchanged by 0.00 %
Agent Activity
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Nearby Schools
| Name | Type | Ofsted | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Broomgrove Junior School | Community School | Good | 0.67 KM |
| Broomgrove Infant School | Community School | Good | 0.67 KM |
| Millfields Primary School | Foundation School | Outstanding | 1.19 KM |
| University Of Essex | Higher Education Institutions | Good | 2.25 KM |
| St Lawrence Church Of England Primary School, Rowhedge | Voluntary Controlled School | Good | 2.42 KM |
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Nearby Streets
| Name | Average Price | Average Sqft | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Victoria Close | £ 441,667 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Ash Grove | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Cappillar Close | £ 375,000 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Stanley Road | £ 400,000 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Woodland Way | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
Nearby Transport
| Name | NLC | TLC | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wivenhoe | 6860 | WIV | 1.30 KM |
| Alresford (Essex) | 6847 | ALR | 4.14 KM |
| Hythe (Essex) | 6851 | HYH | 4.38 KM |
| Colchester Town | 6853 | CET | 6.73 KM |
| Colchester | 6861 | COL | 8.59 KM |
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| Address | Price | Type | Score | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Cross, Wivenhoe, Colchester, CO7 | £ 130,000 | BUY | 5 / 10 | 0.00 KM |
| The Cross, Wivenhoe, Colchester, CO7 | £ 165,000 | BUY | 5 / 10 | 0.00 KM |
| The Cross, Wivenhoe, Colchester, Essex, CO7 | £ 425,000 | BUY | 7 / 10 | 0.00 KM |
| The Old Forge, The Cross, Wivenhoe | £ 140,000 | BUY | 6 / 10 | 0.01 KM |
| The Old Forge, The Cross, Wivenhoe | £ 140,000 | BUY | 7 / 10 | 0.01 KM |
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| Address | Price | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| 41 The Cross | £ 205,000 | 0.01 KM |
| 32 The Cross | £ 282,000 | 0.01 KM |
| 33 The Cross | £ 480,000 | 0.01 KM |
| 31 The Cross | £ 400,000 | 0.01 KM |
| 30 The Cross | £ 148,000 | 0.01 KM |