haart says ..
*Guide Price £130,000 - £150,000* Welcome to this delightful two bedroom retirement flat, nestled within a well regarded development designed for the comfort and convenience of residents aged 60 and over
Property Oracle says ..
This two-bedroom retirement flat in Westcliff-on-Sea is listed at £130,000. The property’s location is a key selling point, with nearby train stations offering convenient access to commuting routes and good local schools in the area. While the photos showcase a generally clean and habitable space, the interior design appears somewhat dated. The kitchen and bathrooms have a slightly older style, and a modest refurbishment would likely increase its market appeal. The absence of external space is a noticeable drawback, which is common in retirement flats. The £130,000 price point needs contextualization; a direct comparison with properties of similar size and age in the same location would provide a more definitive assessment of value for money. Given the limited information about the building’s facilities and specifics of the flat, potential buyers should carefully review the lease terms and any associated service charges. In summary, it’s a functional retirement flat in a convenient location, but prospective buyers should factor in potential modernization costs. The lack of private external space is a significant limitation.
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
- 1
- Bedrooms
- 2
- Bathrooms
- 1
- Sqft (est)
- 750.00
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Metrics Year-on-Year
- Average area value
- 273,072.00 £Decreased by 1.50 %
- Est sale value
- 253,500.00 £Increased by 29.01 %
- Average area rental value
- 1,340.00 £/moIncreased by 9.39 %
- Est letting value
- 750.00 £/moUnchanged by 0.00 %
- Est rental Yield
- 5.89 %Increased by 11.13 %
- Crime Rate
- 4.00 %Unchanged by 0.00 %
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Nearby Schools
| Name | Type | Ofsted | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Summercourt Children'S Centre | Children's Centre | 0.08 KM | |
| Milton Hall Primary School And Nursery | Foundation School | Good | 0.12 KM |
| St Helen'S Catholic Primary School | Academy Converter | 0.40 KM | |
| St Bernard'S High School | Academy Converter | Good | 0.42 KM |
| Barons Court Primary School And Nursery | Community School | Outstanding | 0.47 KM |
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Nearby Streets
| Name | Average Price | Average Sqft | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Salisbury Mews | £ 325,000 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Milton Road | £ 550,000 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Valkyrie Road | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Roots Hall West Stand | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Roots Hall North Stand | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
Nearby Transport
| Name | NLC | TLC | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Westcliff | 7476 | WCF | 0.99 KM |
| Southend Victoria | 7420 | SOV | 1.32 KM |
| Southend Central | 7456 | SOC | 1.41 KM |
| Prittlewell | 7419 | PRL | 1.63 KM |
| Southend Airport | 4787 | SIA | 3.13 KM |
Nearby Listings
| Address | Price | Type | Score | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Balmoral Road, Westcliff-On-Sea | £ 130,000 | BUY | 5 / 10 | 0.00 KM |
| Balmoral Road, Westcliff-on-sea, SS0 | £ 190,000 | BUY | Unknown | 0.03 KM |
| Balmoral Road, Westcliff-On-Sea | £ 90,000 | BUY | 5 / 10 | 0.03 KM |
| Balmoral Road, WESTCLIFF-ON-SEA | £ 75,000 | BUY | 5 / 10 | 0.03 KM |
| Balmoral Road, Westcliff-On-Sea | £ 140,000 | BUY | 6 / 10 | 0.03 KM |
Nearby Properties
| Address | Price | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| 7 Balmoral Road | £ 160,000 | 0.03 KM |
| 25 Balmoral Road | £ 275,000 | 0.03 KM |
| 19 Balmoral Road | £ 22,500 | 0.03 KM |
| 3 Balmoral Road | £ 265,000 | 0.03 KM |
| 21 Balmoral Road | £ 220,000 | 0.03 KM |