Kenton says ..
Kenton are delighted to present this traditional 4 bedroom detached house, situated on one of south Orpington's most coveted roads, marketed for sale for the first time in a generation. Objectively, the property requires some renovation throughout, but as such represents a fantastic project o...
Property Oracle says ..
This four-bedroom detached house on The Ridge, Orpington, presents a compelling opportunity for buyers willing to undertake a renovation project. The location is undoubtedly a major selling point, situated in a prestigious residential area with excellent transport links to Orpington station and proximity to well-regarded schools. The property’s exterior shows a traditional style typical of the area, although the photographs reveal an immediate need for external maintenance, especially around the driveway and garage. However, the interior of the home requires substantial modernisation. The kitchen and bathrooms are outdated, and several rooms show signs of damp and require full refurbishment. Wallpaper is peeling and walls show damage. The flooring is worn in places. There are also missing features or fixtures in some areas. The garden is sizeable and offers great potential once tidied and landscaped. Overall, the property represents a significant project, but the excellent location in this established residential area could mean a rewarding investment for the right buyer. The price point seems reasonable considering the location and potential, but the extensive refurbishment needed should be factored into a buyer’s budget.
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
- 6
- Bedrooms
- 4
- Bathrooms
- 1
- Sqft (est)
- 1,474.66
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Metrics Year-on-Year
- Average area value
- 545,556.00 £Decreased by 23.92 %
- Est sale value
- 790,417.76 £Unchanged by 0.00 %
- Average area rental value
- 2,071.00 £/moDecreased by 19.45 %
- Est letting value
- 2,949.32 £/moIncreased by 100.00 %
- Est rental Yield
- 4.56 %Increased by 6.05 %
- Crime Rate
- 1.00 %Unchanged by 0.00 %
Agent Activity
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Nearby Schools
| Name | Type | Ofsted | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tubbenden Primary School | Academy Converter | Good | 0.66 KM |
| Newstead Wood School | Academy Converter | Outstanding | 1.00 KM |
| Holy Innocents Catholic Primary School | Academy Converter | Good | 1.18 KM |
| Crofton Infant School | Academy Converter | Outstanding | 1.19 KM |
| Crofton Junior School | Academy Converter | Outstanding | 1.39 KM |
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Nearby Streets
| Name | Average Price | Average Sqft | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thorpe Close | £ 650,000 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Station Approach | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Branston Crescent | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Conifer Close | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| La Tourne Gardens | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
Nearby Transport
| Name | NLC | TLC | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Orpington | 5122 | ORP | 0.82 KM |
| Petts Wood | 5123 | PET | 2.12 KM |
| Chelsfield | 5098 | CLD | 3.42 KM |
| St Mary Cray | 5073 | SMY | 3.77 KM |
| Chislehurst | 5099 | CIT | 4.70 KM |
Nearby Listings
| Address | Price | Type | Score | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Ridge, Orpington, BR6 | £ 850,000 | BUY | 6 / 10 | 0.00 KM |
| The Ridge, Orpington | £ 950,000 | BUY | 8 / 10 | 0.01 KM |
| Newstead Avenue, Orpington | £ 750,000 | BUY | 6 / 10 | 0.14 KM |
| Ruskin Drive, Orpington, Kent, BR6 | £ 650,000 | BUY | 7 / 10 | 0.15 KM |
| Crofton Road, Orpington, BR6 | £ 495,000 | BUY | 6 / 10 | 0.22 KM |
Nearby Properties
| Address | Price | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| 28 The Ridge | £ 650,000 | 0.03 KM |
| 36 The Ridge | £ 922,500 | 0.03 KM |
| 20 The Ridge | £ 887,000 | 0.03 KM |
| 45 The Ridge | £ 245,000 | 0.03 KM |
| 55 The Ridge | £ 638,000 | 0.03 KM |