Connells says ..
Sold with no onward chain, this spacious one bedroom 'cluster' home on the sought-after Southwold development, benefits from open plan living, ground floor bathroom, good size bedroom area and parking for two cars, ideal for first time buyers and investors.
Property Oracle says ..
This one-bedroom property in Bicester, Oxfordshire, presents a mixed bag for potential buyers. Located on Willow Drive, it benefits from its proximity to Bicester North train station and well-regarded primary schools like Southwold Primary School and Bure Park Primary School, making it attractive to families and commuters. The area seems to be a desirable location given nearby street average prices, although this specific property may be slightly less desirable given its price in comparison. However, the property’s condition requires significant attention. The kitchen and bathroom are dated and in need of complete refurbishment. The interior also looks somewhat tired and in need of updating. The small garden and lack of substantial outdoor space represent another drawback. While the list price of £160,000 is relatively low compared to some nearby properties, the cost of necessary renovations should be carefully factored into any purchase decision. The property would likely attract first-time buyers or investors who are prepared to undertake a refurbishment project to increase its value.
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
- 4
- Location
- 7
- Land
- 2
- Bedrooms
- 1
- Bathrooms
- 1
- Sqft (est)
- 795.13
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Metrics Year-on-Year
- Average area value
- 500,000.00 £Increased by 30.66 %
- Est sale value
- 357,013.37 £Increased by 11.97 %
- Average area rental value
- 1,429.00 £/moIncreased by 0.92 %
- Est letting value
- 795.13 £/moUnchanged by 0.00 %
- Est rental Yield
- 3.43 %Decreased by 22.75 %
- Crime Rate
- 4.00 %Unchanged by 0.00 %
Agent Activity
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Nearby Schools
| Name | Type | Ofsted | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southwold Primary School | Academy Converter | Good | 0.35 KM |
| Bure Park Primary School | Community School | Good | 0.39 KM |
| The Cooper School | Academy Converter | Good | 1.08 KM |
| Brookside Primary School | Community School | Good | 1.14 KM |
| Gagle Brook Primary School | Academy Sponsor Led | 1.26 KM |
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Nearby Streets
| Name | Average Price | Average Sqft | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yew Close | £ 300,000 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Elm Close | £ 675,000 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Lodge Close | £ 425,000 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Buckingham Court | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Cedar Drive | £ 220,000 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
Nearby Transport
| Name | NLC | TLC | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bicester North | 3048 | BCS | 0.97 KM |
| Bicester Village | 3104 | BIT | 2.13 KM |
Nearby Listings
| Address | Price | Type | Score | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Willow Drive, Bicester, OX26 | £ 210,000 | BUY | 6 / 10 | 0.01 KM |
| Willow Drive, Bicester | £ 245,000 | BUY | 6 / 10 | 0.06 KM |
| Yew Close, Bicester | £ 300,000 | BUY | 5 / 10 | 0.10 KM |
| Aspen Close, Bicester, OX26 | £ 500,000 | BUY | Unknown | 0.14 KM |
| Windmill Avenue, Bicester, OX26 | £ 575,000 | BUY | 6 / 10 | 0.15 KM |
Nearby Properties
| Address | Price | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| 87 Willow Drive | £ 184,000 | 0.00 KM |
| 171 Willow Drive | £ 128,000 | 0.00 KM |
| 97 Willow Drive | £ 146,000 | 0.00 KM |
| 151 Willow Drive | £ 81,500 | 0.00 KM |
| 123 Willow Drive | £ 165,000 | 0.00 KM |