Connells says ..
**Charming 2-Bedroom Retirement Home in Prime Ferndown Location**
Property Oracle says ..
This property is a two-bedroom apartment situated in Ferndown, Dorset, listed for £170,000. The apartment is part of a residential complex, which offers communal grounds as shown in provided images, It is described as a retirement home, suggesting that it may be suitable for older buyers or those seeking a low-maintenance lifestyle. The apartment features a living room, kitchen, bathroom, and two bedrooms. The living room is carpeted and includes a fireplace, while the kitchen has white cabinets and updated appliances. The bathroom is tiled and contains a bathtub and toilet. The property also offers a private balcony providing a glimpse of the surrounding greenery. However, the interior of the property features outdated decor, and could benefit from some modernization, particularly in the bathrooms and kitchen. The property’s lack of private outdoor space beyond the balcony is worth noting. While the location is generally convenient given the proximity to amenities and schools, the precise location within Ferndown requires further information to fully assess its desirability. Overall, this property represents an adequate offering for the specified price range, particularly for a buyer looking for a retirement apartment or low-maintenance living arrangement in Ferndown. The dated decor and lack of private land are important points to factor into the overall evaluation.
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)
- 731.95
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Metrics Year-on-Year
- Average area value
- 495,490.00 £Increased by 6.31 %
- Est sale value
- 339,624.80 £Increased by 17.17 %
- Average area rental value
- 1,325.00 £/moDecreased by 5.56 %
- Est letting value
- 731.95 £/moUnchanged by 0.00 %
- Est rental Yield
- 3.21 %Decreased by 11.08 %
- Crime Rate
- 8.00 %Unchanged by 0.00 %
Agent Activity
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Nearby Schools
| Name | Type | Ofsted | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ferndown First School | Academy Converter | 0.69 KM | |
| Parley First School | Academy Converter | 0.70 KM | |
| Ferndown Middle School | Academy Converter | 0.85 KM | |
| Ferndown Children'S Centre | Children's Centre | 0.88 KM | |
| Ferndown Upper School | Community School | Good | 1.31 KM |
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Nearby Streets
| Name | Average Price | Average Sqft | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Grove | £ 425,000 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Carroll Avenue | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Alexandria Court (two buildings) | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Queens Road | £ 775,000 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Aldridge Road | £ 687,500 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
Nearby Transport
| Name | NLC | TLC | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Branksome | 5875 | BSM | 8.57 KM |
| Bournemouth | 5876 | BMH | 8.59 KM |
Nearby Listings
| Address | Price | Type | Score | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Marys Mews, Ferndown | £ 80,465 | BUY | 6 / 10 | 0.00 KM |
| Fernlea Avenue, Ferndown | £ 150,000 | BUY | Unknown | 0.00 KM |
| Fernlea Avenue, Ferndown | £ 170,000 | BUY | 5 / 10 | 0.00 KM |
| Ferndown | £ 110,000 | BUY | 6 / 10 | 0.00 KM |
| Fernlea Avenue, Ferndown | £ 180,000 | BUY | 5 / 10 | 0.00 KM |
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