Highdown Avenue, Poundbury, Dorchester
By Direct Moves
£ 62,900
Reviews
2 out of 5 stars
Direct Moves says ..
*SHARED OWNERSHIP* Attractive first floor apartment at a 37% minimum share with spacious interior whilst bathed in natural light situated in the heart of Poundbury, Dorchester. The property provides light and airy lounge, kitchen/breakfast room, bathroom, large double bedroom, communal garden...
Property Oracle says ..
This one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment located in Poundbury, Dorchester, is listed for £62,900. The listing specifies that it is a shared ownership property. The property is situated in a desirable location with relative proximity to local schools, shops and amenities, but transport links are a bit further afield.
Based on the photos, the apartment’s interior seems clean and reasonably well-maintained, though the decor may need updating to current market tastes. The apartment features a functional kitchen and bathroom, although these are not modern fixtures, making them feel more dated. The property lacks a private garden, with access instead to shared outdoor space.
The lack of square footage data in nearby listings makes direct price comparisons challenging. However, the price of £62,900 appears to be set competitively, particularly given its location in Poundbury and shared ownership status. However, prospective buyers need to remember this is only 37% ownership, therefore it is essential to consider the full cost and responsibilities associated with shared ownership, along with its associated long-term financial implications before purchasing. The apartment offers a potential opportunity for first-time buyers or investors, but a thorough inspection is recommended before making a purchasing decision. Due to the limited square footage, and no plot size details available, it is hard to give an acurate comparative analysis of this property’s value against other properties in Poundbury. There is a lot of unclarity around the overall plot size and individual property square footage that means the accurate value assessment of this property is limited.
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)
- 685.34
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Metrics Year-on-Year
- Average area value
- 478,446.00 £Decreased by 3.92 %
- Est sale value
- 346,096.70 £Increased by 23.47 %
- Average area rental value
- 1,100.00 £/moDecreased by 29.17 %
- Est letting value
- 685.34 £/moUnchanged by 0.00 %
- Est rental Yield
- 2.76 %Decreased by 26.20 %
- Crime Rate
- 5.00 %Unchanged by 0.00 %
Agent Activity
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Nearby Schools
| Name | Type | Ofsted | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dorchester | Children's Centre | 0.12 KM | |
| Damers First School | Academy Converter | 0.29 KM | |
| The Thomas Hardye School | Academy Converter | Outstanding | 1.00 KM |
| The Prince Of Wales School | Community School | Good | 1.23 KM |
| Dorchester Middle School | Academy Converter | Requires improvement | 1.52 KM |
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Nearby Streets
| Name | Average Price | Average Sqft | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Middle Farm | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Harewood Road | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Poundbury Farm Way | £ 262,500 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| St. Walburgas Court | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Abbey Place | £ 915,000 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
Nearby Transport
| Name | NLC | TLC | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dorchester West | 5962 | DCW | 2.10 KM |
| Dorchester South | 5961 | DCH | 2.70 KM |
| Upwey | 5967 | UPW | 7.25 KM |
Nearby Listings
| Address | Price | Type | Score | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Highdown Avenue, Poundbury, Dorchester | £ 62,900 | BUY | 5 / 10 | 0.00 KM |
| Peverell Avenue East, Dorchester, DT1 | £ 180,000 | BUY | 7 / 10 | 0.03 KM |
| Peverell Avenue East, Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 | £ 150,000 | BUY | 6 / 10 | 0.07 KM |
| Monaveen House, Poundbury, DT1 | £ 375,000 | BUY | 6 / 10 | 0.08 KM |
| Melrose Court, Peverell Avenue East, Poundbury, DT1 | £ 172,500 | BUY | 6 / 10 | 0.08 KM |
Nearby Properties
| Address | Price | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Winslade Street | £ 260,000 | 0.10 KM |
| 3 Winslade Street | £ 327,500 | 0.10 KM |
| 15 Peverell Avenue East | £ 220,000 | 0.18 KM |
| 4 Tinten Lane | £ 610,000 | 0.18 KM |
| 3 Tinten Lane | £ 445,000 | 0.18 KM |