Marlborough Road, Old Town, Swindon
By Chappells
£ 130,000
Reviews
2 out of 5 stars
Chappells says ..
**NO ONWARD CHAIN** A spacious two bedroom second floor apartment, situated in the popular retirement complex of Henrietta Court. This splendid retirement apartment is situated in the main block which has the benefit of an elevator as well as staircase access. The accommodation offers two good...
Property Oracle says ..
This is a two-bedroom, one-bathroom retirement apartment located in Henrietta Court, Marlborough Road, Old Town, Swindon. Old Town is a popular residential area, known for its charming character, historic buildings, and convenient access to amenities. The property itself is within a retirement complex, offering potential benefits for older buyers, such as an elevator and potentially other services. However, the complex setting might not be suitable for all buyers, as it might limit outdoor space and appeal to those seeking more independence or a more traditional property. The internal images reveal a modest interior layout with a dated style. The kitchen and bathroom seem functional but could benefit from some modernisation, while the living spaces are presented as well-maintained, but not fully updated to current tastes. Given the property type (retirement apartment) and location within the complex, the lack of substantial external space is understandable. The price seems relatively fair in comparison to other nearby properties, though potential buyers should assess the cost of improvements to meet their preferences. The lack of substantial land and the age/style of the property could be considered factors that slightly dampen the overall value, but the location and existing amenities are attractive features.
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
- 2
- Bathrooms
- 1
- Sqft (est)
- 575.87
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Metrics Year-on-Year
- Average area value
- 364,023.00 £Increased by 8.60 %
- Est sale value
- 237,258.44 £Increased by 57.25 %
- Average area rental value
- 1,137.00 £/moDecreased by 2.15 %
- Est letting value
- 575.87 £/mo
- Est rental Yield
- 3.75 %Decreased by 9.86 %
- Crime Rate
- 4.00 %Unchanged by 0.00 %
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Nearby Schools
| Name | Type | Ofsted | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Croft Primary School | Academy Sponsor Led | Outstanding | 0.61 KM |
| Lethbridge Primary School | Academy Converter | Good | 0.79 KM |
| King William Street Church Of England Primary School | Academy Converter | Good | 0.92 KM |
| Lainesmead Primary School And Nursery | Community School | Requires improvement | 1.09 KM |
| Holy Rood Catholic Primary School | Academy Converter | Requires improvement | 1.11 KM |
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Nearby Streets
| Name | Average Price | Average Sqft | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| George Stevens Place | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Ashlar Court | £ 191,667 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Mill Court | £ 302,500 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| The Square | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| High Street | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
Nearby Transport
| Name | NLC | TLC | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Swindon (Wilts) | 3333 | SWI | 2.22 KM |
Nearby Listings
| Address | Price | Type | Score | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marlborough Road, Old Town, Swindon | £ 130,000 | BUY | 5 / 10 | 0.00 KM |
| Marlborough Road Swindon | £ 85,000 | BUY | 5 / 10 | 0.01 KM |
| Marlborough Road, Swindon, SN3 | £ 145,000 | BUY | 6 / 10 | 0.01 KM |
| Marlborough Road, Old Town, Swindon, Wiltshire, SN3 | £ 105,000 | BUY | 5 / 10 | 0.01 KM |
| Henrietta Court, Marlborough Road, Swindon | £ 125,000 | BUY | Unknown | 0.01 KM |
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| Address | Price | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| 15 The Weavers | £ 150,000 | 0.06 KM |
| 5 The Weavers | £ 202,000 | 0.06 KM |
| 16 The Weavers | £ 185,000 | 0.06 KM |
| 10 The Weavers | £ 184,950 | 0.06 KM |
| 2 The Weavers | £ 145,000 | 0.06 KM |