The Long Barn, Kensworth, Bedfordshire
By The Modern House
£ 1,300,000
Reviews
4 out of 5 stars
The Modern House says ..
This refined five-bedroom house, formerly a 19th-century barn, lies in the rural hamlet of Kensworth, Bedfordshire. Outside, its half-acre garden melds seamlessly with the open countryside beyond, while inside, a sympathetic extension by Tye Architects has sensitively transformed the space. Despi...
Property Oracle says ..
The Long Barn is a substantial barn conversion located on Common Road in Kensworth, Bedfordshire. Marketed by The Modern House, this property features 5 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms across 3,347.58 sqft. The property appears to be in good condition, with modern fixtures and fittings, and well-maintained interiors. The images suggest that it is move-in ready, with no immediate signs of needing renovation. The property benefits from a generous plot size, including a well-maintained garden with mature trees and plantings. The surrounding area appears to be rural, offering a sense of privacy and space. Considering the average price per sqft in the area is £519.00, the asking price of £1,300,000 for 3,347.58 sqft seems reasonable, especially given the unique nature of the property as a barn conversion, its size, and its overall condition. Nearby transportation includes Leagrave station, approximately 8.86 km away. Several schools are located within a few kilometers, with Lark Rise Academy earning an “Outstanding” Ofsted rating.
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
- 7
- Land
- 8
- Bedrooms
- 5
- Bathrooms
- 5
- Sqft (est)
- 3,347.58
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Metrics Year-on-Year
- Average area value
- 443,750.00 £Decreased by 18.92 %
- Est sale value
- 1,737,394.02 £Increased by 40.65 %
- Average area rental value
- 1,293.00 £/moDecreased by 31.77 %
- Est letting value
- 3,347.58 £/moUnchanged by 0.00 %
- Est rental Yield
- 3.50 %Decreased by 15.87 %
- Crime Rate
- 0.00 %
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Nearby Schools
| Name | Type | Ofsted | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lark Rise Academy | Academy Converter | Outstanding | 1.88 KM |
| Ardley Hill Academy | Academy Converter | Requires improvement | 2.14 KM |
| Queensbury Academy | Academy Sponsor Led | Good | 2.26 KM |
| Watling Lower School | Community School | Good | 2.44 KM |
| Dunstable Icknield Lower School | Community School | Outstanding | 2.85 KM |
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Nearby Streets
| Name | Average Price | Average Sqft | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chequers Cottages | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Gatehouse | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Fox Dells | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Derwent Drive | £ 400,000 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Buttermere Avenue | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
Nearby Transport
| Name | NLC | TLC | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Leagrave | 1534 | LEA | 8.86 KM |
Nearby Listings
| Address | Price | Type | Score | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Long Barn, Kensworth, Bedfordshire | £ 1,300,000 | BUY | 8 / 10 | 0.00 KM |
| Isle Of Wight Lane, Kensworth, Bedfordshire | £ 1,350,000 | BUY | 7 / 10 | 0.04 KM |
| Kensworth, Bedfordshire, LU6 | £ 975,000 | BUY | 7 / 10 | 0.36 KM |
| Kensworth, Bedfordshire, LU6 | £ 975,000 | BUY | Unknown | 0.36 KM |
| Isle of Wight Lane, Kensworth, | £ 5,000,000 | BUY | 8 / 10 | 0.60 KM |
Nearby Properties
| Address | Price | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Old Grain House | £ 405,000 | 0.01 KM |
| 243 Common Road | £ 640,000 | 0.91 KM |
| 245 Common Road | £ 370,000 | 0.91 KM |
| 201 Common Road | £ 440,000 | 0.91 KM |
| 205 Common Road | £ 415,000 | 0.91 KM |