Boydens says ..
Boydens is pleased to present this three-bedroom semi-detached home, situated to the north of Colchester's vibrant city centre. Offering spacious accommodation and ample potential, the property is ideal for buyers looking to modernize and add their own personal touch.
Property Oracle says ..
This three-bedroom semi-detached house in Elwes Close, Colchester, presents a viable option for buyers. Its location is a key strength; Colchester offers convenient access to transportation links and several schools. The property’s proximity to the city centre is advantageous, offering proximity to amenities without sacrificing a degree of residential tranquility. The images showcase a property that is structurally sound but requires a degree of modernisation. The kitchen and bathroom fittings appear dated and would likely require updating, representing a significant cost for a new buyer. The garden, while not expansive, offers a usable outdoor space. The pricing at £275,000 seems within the realistic range based on the limited comparable property data. Buyers should budget for renovation costs, which could be substantial depending on the extent of work required. A comprehensive survey would be recommended before making a purchase decision to fully ascertain the property’s condition and identify any hidden structural issues. Ultimately, this property represents a considerable undertaking requiring substantial investment to modernize, but its location is a significant offsetting benefit.
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
- 5
- Location
- 7
- Land
- 6
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Bathrooms
- 1
- Sqft (est)
- 1,015.04
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Metrics Year-on-Year
- Average area value
- 343,500.00 £Decreased by 10.23 %
- Est sale value
- 305,527.04 £Increased by 62.70 %
- Average area rental value
- 1,207.00 £/moDecreased by 5.18 %
- Est letting value
- 1,015.04 £/mo
- Est rental Yield
- 4.22 %Increased by 5.76 %
- Crime Rate
- 1.00 %Unchanged by 0.00 %
Agent Activity
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Nearby Schools
| Name | Type | Ofsted | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Col1/A St Anne'S And Castle Family Hub Delivery Site | Children's Centre Linked Site | 0.35 KM | |
| Willow Brook Primary School And Nursery | Academy Sponsor Led | Good | 0.54 KM |
| Friars Grove Primary School | Community School | Good | 0.55 KM |
| Parsons Heath Church Of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School | Voluntary Controlled School | Good | 0.80 KM |
| Roach Vale Primary School | Community School | Good | 1.12 KM |
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Nearby Streets
| Name | Average Price | Average Sqft | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| St John's Road | £ 365,556 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Jasmine Close | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Campbell Drive | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Willow Tree Court | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Kentmere | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
Nearby Transport
| Name | NLC | TLC | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hythe (Essex) | 6851 | HYH | 1.46 KM |
| Colchester Town | 6853 | CET | 2.99 KM |
| Colchester | 6861 | COL | 4.02 KM |
| Wivenhoe | 6860 | WIV | 5.58 KM |
| Alresford (Essex) | 6847 | ALR | 9.07 KM |
Nearby Listings
| Address | Price | Type | Score | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elwes Close, Colchester | £ 275,000 | BUY | 6 / 10 | 0.00 KM |
| Hazelton Road, Colchester | £ 280,000 | BUY | 7 / 10 | 0.07 KM |
| Hazelton Road, Colchester, Essex, CO4 | £ 290,000 | BUY | 7 / 10 | 0.08 KM |
| Elwes Close, Colchester , Colchester, CO4 | £ 325,000 | BUY | 7 / 10 | 0.15 KM |
| Hazelton Road, Colchester | £ 180,000 | BUY | 7 / 10 | 0.17 KM |
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| 67 Hazelton Road | £ 164,950 | 0.07 KM |
| 51 Hazelton Road | £ 325,000 | 0.07 KM |
| 71 Hazelton Road | £ 235,000 | 0.07 KM |
| 45 Hazelton Road | £ 145,000 | 0.07 KM |