templewicks says ..
A character terraced cottage located within walking distance of the Quay and the town centre. The cottage has a sitting room, separate dining room, kitchen and ground floor bathroom. On the first floor there are two separate bedrooms. An ideal starter or investment property being offered with n...
Property Oracle says ..
This two-bedroom terraced cottage in Beccles, Suffolk, presents a mixed bag. Its location on New Road is a strong point, offering convenient access to the town centre, the Quay, and several well-regarded schools, including Ravensmere Infant School, The Albert Pye Community Primary School, and Sir John Leman High School. The proximity of Beccles train station adds to its appeal.
However, the property’s condition requires attention. The provided photographs suggest the interiors are dated and could benefit from significant modernisation. The kitchen and bathroom, in particular, appear outdated. The lack of a garden or any appreciable outdoor space is also a noteworthy drawback.
The list price of £145,000 necessitates a careful assessment of the renovation costs needed to improve its market value. While the location is excellent, the condition requires potential buyers to consider the necessary investment before reaching a decision. Comparable properties in Beccles showcase a range of prices, suggesting this cottage sits reasonably in this market; however, considering the modernisation needed the cost should be carefully weighed up before considering an offer. Overall, this property presents an opportunity for someone willing to undertake renovation projects, but buyers should factor in the cost and time involved before making an offer.
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
- 5
- Location
- 7
- Land
- 1
- Bedrooms
- 2
- Bathrooms
- 1
- Sqft (est)
- 584.48
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Metrics Year-on-Year
- Average area value
- 298,125.00 £Decreased by 2.06 %
- Est sale value
- 179,435.36 £Increased by 1.99 %
- Average area rental value
- 1,026.00 £/moDecreased by 21.20 %
- Est letting value
- 584.48 £/moUnchanged by 0.00 %
- Est rental Yield
- 4.13 %Decreased by 19.49 %
- Crime Rate
- 25.00 %Unchanged by 0.00 %
Agent Activity
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Nearby Schools
| Name | Type | Ofsted | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ravensmere Infant School | Academy Converter | 0.23 KM | |
| St Benet'S Catholic Primary School | Academy Sponsor Led | Requires improvement | 1.24 KM |
| The Albert Pye Community Primary School | Academy Converter | Good | 1.24 KM |
| Sir John Leman High School | Academy Converter | Good | 1.63 KM |
| Set Beccles School | Free Schools | Good | 1.75 KM |
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Nearby Streets
| Name | Average Price | Average Sqft | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Samuels Court | £ 250,000 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Queens Road | £ 250,000 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Gaol Lane | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Clowes Court | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Homefield Avenue | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
Nearby Transport
| Name | NLC | TLC | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beccles | 7258 | BCC | 0.82 KM |
| Brampton (Suffolk) | 7259 | BRP | 7.94 KM |
| Haddiscoe | 7300 | HAD | 9.71 KM |
Nearby Listings
| Address | Price | Type | Score | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Road, Beccles, Suffolk | £ 145,000 | BUY | 5 / 10 | 0.00 KM |
| New Road, Beccles, Suffolk | £ 115,000 | BUY | 4 / 10 | 0.00 KM |
| New Road, Ravensmere, Beccles | £ 265,000 | BUY | 6 / 10 | 0.01 KM |
| New Road, Beccles, NR34 9 | £ 280,000 | BUY | 7 / 10 | 0.04 KM |
| Fen Lane, Beccles, NR34 9BB | £ 325,000 | BUY | 6 / 10 | 0.05 KM |
Nearby Properties
| Address | Price | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| 7 New Road | £ 135,000 | 0.00 KM |
| 12 New Road | £ 275,000 | 0.00 KM |
| 10 New Road | £ 136,000 | 0.00 KM |
| 9 New Road | £ 184,000 | 0.00 KM |
| 8 New Road | £ 215,000 | 0.00 KM |