Wellington Evans says ..
Well-presented, three-bedroom semi-detached family home. Recently extended and renovated. Short walk to station, town centre and excellent schools.
Property Oracle says ..
The property is located on Grove Road, Hitchin, Hertfordshire, and is a three-bedroom semi-detached house with two bathrooms. The property has been recently modernised and extended, boasting a contemporary kitchen and living space, with bi-fold doors opening onto a garden. It also benefits from a garage. The location is excellent, with Hitchin town centre within easy reach, providing access to shops, restaurants, and amenities. The property is also conveniently located near several highly-rated schools, including Hitchin Boys’ School and Hitchin Girls’ School, both of which are rated ‘Outstanding’ by Ofsted. Hitchin railway station is also nearby, offering convenient access to London and other major cities. Based on the images provided, the property appears to be in excellent condition. It has been recently renovated to a high standard, with modern fixtures and fittings throughout. The property benefits from a modern extension to the rear, which significantly increases the living space. The garden is well-maintained. The plot size is 912.10 sqft. While not exceptionally large, it provides sufficient outdoor space for a property of this type. The list price of £550,000 is slightly above the average price for the area (£425,581), but considering the property’s excellent condition, modern extension, and desirable location, the price appears reasonable. The average price per sqft in the area is £490.00, and while the exact sqft of comparable properties isn’t provided, the list price is in line with similar properties in the area, particularly those that have been recently renovated. The property’s modern features and excellent condition justify the slightly higher price. Considering all factors, this property presents a strong investment opportunity.
Therefore, we give this property 8 / 10. *Disclaimer: This is our option and does constitute a recommendation or financial advice. Do your own research. *
- Price
- 8
- Condition
- 9
- Location
- 10
- Land
- 7
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Bathrooms
- 2
- Sqft (est)
- 849.17
- Lot (est)
- 912.10
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Metrics Year-on-Year
- Average area value
- 593,750.00 £Increased by 27.70 %
- Est sale value
- 544,317.97 £Increased by 37.85 %
- Average area rental value
- 1,334.00 £/moDecreased by 3.82 %
- Est letting value
- 849.17 £/moUnchanged by 0.00 %
- Est rental Yield
- 2.70 %Decreased by 24.58 %
- Crime Rate
- 15.00 %Unchanged by 0.00 %
Agent Activity
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Nearby Schools
| Name | Type | Ofsted | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nh7 York Road Family Centre | Children's Centre | 0.68 KM | |
| York Road Nursery School | Local Authority Nursery School | Outstanding | 0.74 KM |
| Hitchin Boys' School | Academy Converter | Outstanding | 0.93 KM |
| Hitchin Girls' School | Academy Converter | Outstanding | 0.94 KM |
| St Andrew'S Church Of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, Hitchin | Voluntary Aided School | Outstanding | 0.95 KM |
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Nearby Streets
| Name | Average Price | Average Sqft | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alexandra Road | £ 564,167 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| King's Road | £ 482,500 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Verulam Road | £ 1,050,000 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Forge Close | £ 400,000 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Saint Anne's Court | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
Nearby Transport
| Name | NLC | TLC | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hitchin | 6086 | HIT | 0.96 KM |
| Letchworth Garden City | 6089 | LET | 5.39 KM |
| Arlesey | 6171 | ARL | 7.81 KM |
| Stevenage | 6092 | SVG | 9.36 KM |
Nearby Listings
| Address | Price | Type | Score | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grove Road, Hitchin, SG5 | £ 550,000 | BUY | 8 / 10 | 0.00 KM |
| Florence Street, Hitchin, SG5 | £ 212,500 | BUY | 7 / 10 | 0.07 KM |
| Water Lane, Hitchin, SG5 | £ 500,000 | BUY | 6 / 10 | 0.11 KM |
| Water Lane, Hitchin, SG5 | £ 500,000 | BUY | 7 / 10 | 0.11 KM |
| Grove Road, Hitchin, Hertfordshire, SG5 | £ 700,000 | BUY | 6 / 10 | 0.11 KM |
Nearby Properties
| Address | Price | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| 81 Grove Road | £ 450,000 | 0.01 KM |
| 86 Grove Road | £ 455,000 | 0.01 KM |
| 78 Grove Road | £ 72,500 | 0.01 KM |
| 79 Grove Road | £ 299,995 | 0.01 KM |
| 62 Grove Road | £ 185,000 | 0.01 KM |