Connells says ..
Offered with no onward chain, this freehold home is a first time buyers dream!
Property Oracle says ..
The property is located in Greenstead, Colchester, Essex. The area benefits from relatively close proximity to several schools, including Colchester Academy, Hazelmere Infant School and Nursery, and Hazelmere Junior School, all rated ‘Good’ by Ofsted. Transportation links appear adequate, with several train stations within a reasonable distance, although specific commute times would need further investigation. The immediate surrounding streets show mixed pricing data, with some properties significantly higher in value than the subject property. However, there is a lack of detailed information on the average price per square foot for nearby streets, hindering a comprehensive comparative analysis.
Based on the provided images, the property appears to be in generally reasonable condition, though some areas may benefit from modernisation. The carpets appear worn in places, and the decor is dated. The kitchen and bathroom appear relatively modern and well-maintained, contrasting with the slightly tired appearance of other rooms. There is evidence of a small garden area, suggesting a modest amount of outdoor space.
The list price of £160,000 is significantly lower than the average house price in the area (£348,914), and also lower than many of the nearby comparable properties. However, the property’s smaller size (382.87 sqft) and the lack of plot size information needs to be considered. The average price per square foot in the area is £356, suggesting that the property might be undervalued if the condition is as described. However, the age and style of the property, along with its location within Greenstead, may account for the lower price. Further investigation into the specific condition of the property and a detailed comparison with similar recently sold properties in Greenstead would be needed to fully assess the price’s reasonableness.
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
- 6
- Land
- 3
- Bedrooms
- 1
- Bathrooms
- 1
- Sqft (est)
- 382.87
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Metrics Year-on-Year
- Average area value
- 343,500.00 £Decreased by 10.23 %
- Est sale value
- 115,243.87 £Increased by 62.70 %
- Average area rental value
- 1,207.00 £/moDecreased by 5.18 %
- Est letting value
- 382.87 £/mo
- Est rental Yield
- 4.22 %Increased by 5.76 %
- Crime Rate
- 5.00 %Unchanged by 0.00 %
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Nearby Schools
| Name | Type | Ofsted | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Colchester Academy | Academy Sponsor Led | Good | 0.97 KM |
| Hazelmere Junior School | Community School | Good | 0.98 KM |
| Hazelmere Infant School And Nursery | Community School | Good | 0.98 KM |
| Col1 Greenstead Family Hub Delivery Site | Children's Centre | 1.15 KM | |
| Roach Vale Primary School | Community School | Good | 1.15 KM |
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Nearby Streets
| Name | Average Price | Average Sqft | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kingfisher Close | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Sherbourne Road | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Redmason Road | £ 398,852 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Harlequin Way | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Meadows Close | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
Nearby Transport
| Name | NLC | TLC | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hythe (Essex) | 6851 | HYH | 2.29 KM |
| Wivenhoe | 6860 | WIV | 4.05 KM |
| Colchester Town | 6853 | CET | 4.74 KM |
| Colchester | 6861 | COL | 6.12 KM |
| Alresford (Essex) | 6847 | ALR | 6.96 KM |
Nearby Listings
| Address | Price | Type | Score | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Peregrine Court, Longridge Park, Colchester | £ 180,000 | BUY | 5 / 10 | 0.00 KM |
| Kingfisher Close, Colchester | £ 300,000 | BUY | 6 / 10 | 0.07 KM |
| Siskin Close, Colchester | £ 240,000 | BUY | 7 / 10 | 0.07 KM |
| Kingfisher Close, Colchester, Colchester, CO4 | £ 170,000 | BUY | 5 / 10 | 0.08 KM |
| Longridge, Colchester | £ 300,000 | BUY | 6 / 10 | 0.11 KM |
Nearby Properties
| Address | Price | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Peregrine Court | £ 140,000 | 0.00 KM |
| 17 Peregrine Court | £ 89,995 | 0.00 KM |
| 2 Peregrine Court | £ 91,000 | 0.00 KM |
| 21 Peregrine Court | £ 108,000 | 0.00 KM |
| 20 Peregrine Court | £ 120,000 | 0.00 KM |