Foxglove Cottage, Main Street, Alrewas
By John German
£ 280,000
Reviews
3 out of 5 stars
John German says ..
A charming character cottage sitting proudly on the main street in the highly desirable village of Alrewas.
Property Oracle says ..
Foxglove Cottage is a 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom semi-detached property situated on Main Street in Alrewas, Staffordshire. The property benefits from a relatively small plot size of 569.41 sqft, but the images reveal a pleasant, well-maintained garden, including a pond and shed. The interior shows exposed beams, suggesting a period property with traditional character, although some modernisation is evident in the kitchen and bathroom. The property is in good condition, requiring minimal work.
The location in Alrewas appears desirable, with nearby primary schools (All Saints Cofe © Primary School and St Stephen’s Primary School) within a reasonable distance. Excellent secondary schools (John Taylor High School and Thomas Russell Junior School) are also within commuting distance. Lichfield Trent Valley train station provides access to further transport links. The proximity to Main Street suggests convenient access to local shops and amenities.
Considering the average house price in the area is considerably higher (£472,590) than the list price of £280,000, and the average price per sqft is £497 compared to the property’s size, the list price seems reasonable, particularly given the property’s condition and location. However, the lack of sqft data for nearby comparable properties limits a precise price per sqft comparison. The smaller plot size compared to other properties in the area might also contribute to the lower list price.
The property is presented well, and the garden adds to its appeal. While the property is smaller than average for the area, its good condition and desirable location make the list price competitive.
Therefore, we give this property 7 / 10. *Disclaimer: This is our option and does constitute a recommendation or financial advice. Do your own research. *
- Price
- 7
- Condition
- 8
- Location
- 8
- Land
- 6
- Bedrooms
- 2
- Bathrooms
- 1
- Sqft (est)
- 603.96
- Lot (est)
- 569.41
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Metrics Year-on-Year
- Average area value
- 444,111.00 £Increased by 23.69 %
- Est sale value
- 305,603.76 £Increased by 98.43 %
- Average area rental value
- 950.00 £/moDecreased by 4.43 %
- Est letting value
- 603.96 £/mo
- Est rental Yield
- 2.57 %Decreased by 22.59 %
- Crime Rate
- 53.00 %Unchanged by 0.00 %
Agent Activity
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Nearby Schools
| Name | Type | Ofsted | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| All Saints Cofe (C) Primary School | Voluntary Controlled School | Requires improvement | 0.45 KM |
| St Stephen'S Primary School | Community School | Good | 3.20 KM |
| Thomas Russell Junior School | Community School | Outstanding | 4.32 KM |
| John Taylor High School | Academy Converter | Outstanding | 4.43 KM |
| Thomas Russell Infants School | Academy Converter | Good | 4.63 KM |
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Nearby Streets
| Name | Average Price | Average Sqft | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trent Avenue | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| The Pastures | £ 975,000 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Anson Road | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| The Moorings | £ 650,000 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Churchill Crescent | £ 340,000 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
Nearby Transport
| Name | NLC | TLC | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lichfield Trent Valley | 1291 | LTV | 8.03 KM |
Nearby Listings
| Address | Price | Type | Score | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Foxglove Cottage, Main Street, Alrewas | £ 280,000 | BUY | 7 / 10 | 0.00 KM |
| Puddledock Grove, Alrewas, DE13 | £ 695,000 | BUY | 7 / 10 | 0.06 KM |
| Main Street, Alrewas, BURTON-ON-TRENT | £ 650,000 | BUY | 7 / 10 | 0.07 KM |
| Main Street, Alrewas, Burton-On-Trent | £ 325,000 | BUY | Unknown | 0.07 KM |
| Montreux, Main Street, Alrewas, DE13 7AA | £ 550,000 | BUY | 7 / 10 | 0.10 KM |
Nearby Properties
| Address | Price | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| 9 Puddledock Grove | £ 497,500 | 0.05 KM |
| 23 Main Street | £ 396,000 | 0.07 KM |
| 32 Main Street | £ 252,000 | 0.07 KM |
| 22 Main Street | £ 116,000 | 0.07 KM |
| 60 Main Street | £ 325,000 | 0.07 KM |