Watling Court, Bedford Road, Houghton Regis
By Penrose Estate Agents
£ 90,000
Reviews
2 out of 5 stars
Penrose Estate Agents says ..
**Cash buyers only** A ground floor one bedroom flat with it's own private access available with no upper-chain. The property requires some renovations and is available with a 50 year lease. There is a fantastic size lounge/kitchenette and communal parking. With annual charges of a combined £1725 pe
Property Oracle says ..
This one-bedroom flat in Houghton Regis presents a mixed picture. Its location offers some advantages with nearby schools rated as ‘Good’ by Ofsted. However, the relatively long distances to major train stations might pose challenges for commuters. The property requires significant modernisation. The interior photos highlight the need for new flooring, kitchen upgrades, and a complete bathroom refurbishment. The existing fittings appear dated and worn. There’s limited outdoor space, primarily consisting of communal lawn area, rather than a private garden. The list price of £90,000 for a 459.62 sq ft flat in need of significant renovation is, therefore, fair in the context of the local area and the current market but also reflects the need for investment. A potential buyer should budget for substantial refurbishment costs. Overall, this property presents an opportunity for someone who’s prepared to invest time and money in a renovation project, with the potential for a reasonable return once improved.
Therefore, we give this property 4 / 10. *Disclaimer: This is our option and does constitute a recommendation or financial advice. Do your own research. *
- Price
- 7
- Condition
- 4
- Location
- 5
- Land
- 2
- Bedrooms
- 1
- Bathrooms
- 1
- Sqft (est)
- 459.62
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Metrics Year-on-Year
- Average area value
- 224,444.00 £Decreased by 40.92 %
- Est sale value
- 159,947.76 £Decreased by 7.45 %
- Average area rental value
- 1,699.00 £/moDecreased by 65.07 %
- Est letting value
- 919.24 £/moDecreased by 50.00 %
- Est rental Yield
- 9.08 %Decreased by 40.89 %
- Crime Rate
- 11.00 %Unchanged by 0.00 %
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Nearby Schools
| Name | Type | Ofsted | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thomas Whitehead Cofe Academy | Academy Sponsor Led | Special Measures | 0.20 KM |
| Houghton Regis Primary School | Community School | Good | 0.44 KM |
| Tithe Farm Primary School | Community School | Good | 0.65 KM |
| Houghton Regis Children'S Centre | Children's Centre | 0.69 KM | |
| St Vincent'S Catholic Primary School | Academy Converter | 1.17 KM |
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Nearby Streets
| Name | Average Price | Average Sqft | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hillside | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Peel Street | £ 270,000 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| High Street | £ 112,500 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Park Avenue | £ 350,000 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Rye Gardens | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
Nearby Transport
| Name | NLC | TLC | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Harlington (Bedfordshire) | 1533 | HLN | 7.03 KM |
| Leagrave | 1534 | LEA | 7.09 KM |
Nearby Listings
| Address | Price | Type | Score | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Watling Court, Bedford Road, Houghton Regis | £ 90,000 | BUY | 4 / 10 | 0.00 KM |
| Bedford Road, Dunstable | £ 300,000 | BUY | 7 / 10 | 0.08 KM |
| Bedford Road, Houghton Regis | £ 220,000 | BUY | 6 / 10 | 0.11 KM |
| Bedford Road, Houghton Regis, Dunstable, LU5 | £ 220,000 | BUY | 6 / 10 | 0.11 KM |
| Bedford Road, Houghton Regis, Dunstable, Bedfordshire, LU5 | £ 260,000 | BUY | 5 / 10 | 0.12 KM |
Nearby Properties
| Address | Price | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Watling Court | £ 114,500 | 0.02 KM |
| 5 Bedford Road | £ 275,000 | 0.06 KM |
| 4a Bedford Road | £ 315,000 | 0.08 KM |
| 46 Bedford Road | £ 160,500 | 0.08 KM |
| 7 Bedford Road | £ 240,000 | 0.08 KM |