Thomas Merrifield says ..
A spacious, first floor south facing retirement apartment in a super central location. No onward chain
Property Oracle says ..
This property is a one-bedroom apartment located on Wessex Way in Bicester, Oxfordshire. The apartment is part of an assisted living retirement development, indicated by various amenities and the presence of grab rails in the bathroom. The images showcase a functional, though somewhat dated interior, with neutral walls and carpets. The kitchen and bathroom appear clean and well-maintained, albeit with older-style fixtures. The apartment benefits from a communal green space, as pictured. The property’s location is reasonably convenient, being close to Bicester Village and train stations, and within reach of schools. However, the assisted-living aspect limits its potential buyer pool to those seeking this type of accommodation. The list price appears competitive within the context of similar properties on Wessex Way, however, detailed comparative analysis including accurate square footage data of nearby properties is necessary to make a definitive statement on its value. The property is likely best suited to retired individuals or those seeking retirement accommodation, and may not be ideal for families or young professionals. Overall, the property represents a functional and conveniently located apartment, but the dated decor and specialized housing market niche limit its broad appeal.
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
- 6
- Location
- 7
- Land
- 2
- Bedrooms
- 1
- Bathrooms
- 1
- Sqft (est)
- 656.60
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Metrics Year-on-Year
- Average area value
- 448,929.00 £Decreased by 4.25 %
- Est sale value
- 284,307.80 £Decreased by 8.26 %
- Average area rental value
- 1,563.00 £/moDecreased by 14.40 %
- Est letting value
- 656.60 £/moUnchanged by 0.00 %
- Est rental Yield
- 4.18 %Decreased by 10.49 %
- Crime Rate
- 37.00 %Unchanged by 0.00 %
Agent Activity
Thomas Merrifield created the listing.
Nearby Schools
| Name | Type | Ofsted | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bicester Children And Family Centre | Children's Centre | 0.42 KM | |
| Longfields Primary And Nursery School | Community School | Good | 0.74 KM |
| St Mary'S Catholic Primary School, Bicester | Voluntary Aided School | Good | 0.96 KM |
| Brookside Primary School | Community School | Good | 1.01 KM |
| The Bicester School | Academy Sponsor Led | Good | 1.23 KM |
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Nearby Streets
| Name | Average Price | Average Sqft | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ty-Craig | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Pioneer Square | £ 289,975 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| St. Johns Street | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Queens Court | £ 475,000 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Queens Avenue | £ 783,333 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
Nearby Transport
| Name | NLC | TLC | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bicester Village | 3104 | BIT | 0.40 KM |
| Bicester North | 3048 | BCS | 0.85 KM |
Nearby Listings
| Address | Price | Type | Score | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wessex Way, Bicester, OX26 | £ 99,000 | BUY | 5 / 10 | 0.00 KM |
| Wessex Way, Bicester, OX26 | £ 75,000 | BUY | 5 / 10 | 0.00 KM |
| Wessex Way, Bicester, OX26 | £ 55,000 | BUY | 6 / 10 | 0.00 KM |
| Saxon Court, Bicester, OX26 | £ 150,000 | BUY | 5 / 10 | 0.00 KM |
| Wessex Way, Bicester, OX26 | £ 100,000 | BUY | 5 / 10 | 0.00 KM |
Nearby Properties
| Address | Price | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| 42 Chapel Street | £ 130,000 | 0.07 KM |
| Tresco | £ 270,000 | 0.07 KM |
| The Hideaway | £ 285,000 | 0.07 KM |
| 8 Chapel Street | £ 172,500 | 0.07 KM |
| 38 Chapel Street | £ 239,999 | 0.07 KM |