Vincent Shaw says ..
An extended detached family home occupying a substantial plot offered for sale with the benefit of no upward chain. The property is situated on a popular residential road which is conveniently placed for access to Addenbrookes Hospital, Arm Holdings and the city centre and is close to local ameni...
Property Oracle says ..
This four-bedroom detached house on Strangeways Road, Cambridge, presents a mixed bag. The location in Queen Edith’s is a strong positive, with easy access to Addenbrooke’s Hospital, excellent schools (including Queen Edith Primary School and The Netherhall School), and good transport links to the city centre. The sizeable garden further enhances its appeal, particularly for families. However, the property is in need of modernisation. The interior photographs reveal dated kitchens and bathrooms requiring significant refurbishment. Carpets and interior décor are also quite outdated. While the exterior appears well-maintained, a potential buyer should factor in considerable renovation costs. While the property enjoys a good address and desirable features, its price needs to reflect the necessary refurbishment. The current price needs consideration against similar properties which are either recently renovated or priced to reflect the extent of any required work. A potential buyer should carefully weigh these factors against the benefits of the location, garden size, and potential for increased value after renovation.
Therefore, we give this property 6 / 10. *Disclaimer: This is our option and does constitute a recommendation or financial advice. Do your own research. *
- Price
- 7
- Condition
- 4
- Location
- 8
- Land
- 7
- Bedrooms
- 4
- Bathrooms
- 2
- Sqft (est)
- 1,171.00
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Metrics Year-on-Year
- Average area value
- 819,279.00 £Increased by 8.71 %
- Est sale value
- 1,003,547.00 £Increased by 51.95 %
- Average area rental value
- 1,941.00 £/moDecreased by 8.49 %
- Est letting value
- 2,342.00 £/moIncreased by 100.00 %
- Est rental Yield
- 2.84 %Decreased by 15.98 %
- Crime Rate
- 7.00 %Unchanged by 0.00 %
Agent Activity
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Nearby Schools
| Name | Type | Ofsted | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Queen Edith Primary School | Foundation School | Good | 0.40 KM |
| Queen Emma Primary School | Foundation School | Good | 0.56 KM |
| The Netherhall School | Academy Sponsor Led | Good | 0.68 KM |
| Oaks International School | Other Independent School | Good | 0.95 KM |
| Holme Court School | Other Independent Special School | Outstanding | 0.95 KM |
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Nearby Streets
| Name | Average Price | Average Sqft | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Almoner's Avenue | £ 1,370,000 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Godwin Close | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Laundry Lane | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Brooklyn Court | £ 220,000 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Mowbray Road | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
Nearby Transport
| Name | NLC | TLC | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cambridge | 7022 | CBG | 2.70 KM |
| Shelford (Cambs) | 7043 | SED | 4.15 KM |
| Cambridge North | 8001 | CMB | 4.79 KM |
| Whittlesford Parkway | 7047 | WLF | 8.70 KM |
| Waterbeach | 7079 | WBC | 9.96 KM |
Nearby Listings
| Address | Price | Type | Score | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Strangeways Road, Cambridge | £ 835,000 | BUY | 6 / 10 | 0.00 KM |
| Queen Ediths Way, Cambridge, CB1 | £ 825,000 | BUY | 7 / 10 | 0.13 KM |
| Queen Ediths Way, Cambridge | £ 600,000 | BUY | 7 / 10 | 0.14 KM |
| Spalding Way, Cambridge | £ 450,000 | BUY | 6 / 10 | 0.16 KM |
| Queen Ediths Way, Cambridge, CB1 | £ 1,400,000 | BUY | 6 / 10 | 0.26 KM |
Nearby Properties
| Address | Price | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| 7 Strangeways Road | £ 755,000 | 0.00 KM |
| 17 Strangeways Road | £ 353,000 | 0.00 KM |
| 1b Strangeways Road | £ 646,000 | 0.00 KM |
| 4 Strangeways Road | £ 815,000 | 0.00 KM |
| 14 Strangeways Road | £ 517,500 | 0.00 KM |