Station Lodge, Station Road, Lowestoft
By Elisabeth James Homes
£ 850,000
Reviews
3 out of 5 stars
Elisabeth James Homes says ..
An exceptional chance to purchase a magnificent historical home set in the heart of Corton. Once a thriving and well loved train station, the property was transformed into a family home over 50 years ago.
Property Oracle says ..
Station Lodge, a former train station transformed into a family home, presents a unique opportunity in Lowestoft. Its location in Corton offers a peaceful coastal setting near Lowestoft’s amenities and a primary school. The house is set on an unusually large plot, including what appears to be former railway lines providing extensive garden space. However, the property requires significant renovations. The interior features outdated fixtures and fittings and shows signs of wear and tear in several areas. The exterior, while possessing character, has areas of disrepair. While the property has a distinctive history, buyers will need to factor in a substantial budget for modernisation. The asking price is high compared to other properties in the surrounding area with similar features, based on available data. A thorough survey is essential to fully assess the extent of necessary works and their associated costs. The property is well-suited for those seeking a project with a large garden and a unique history but require a comprehensive renovation budget.
Therefore, we give this property 6 / 10. *Disclaimer: This is our option and does constitute a recommendation or financial advice. Do your own research. *
- Price
- 6
- Condition
- 4
- Location
- 7
- Land
- 8
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Bathrooms
- 2
- Sqft (est)
- 1,224.39
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Metrics Year-on-Year
- Average area value
- 181,582.00 £Decreased by 35.67 %
- Est sale value
- 290,180.43 £Decreased by 1.25 %
- Average area rental value
- 1,250.00 £/moIncreased by 5.66 %
- Est letting value
- 1,224.39 £/moUnchanged by 0.00 %
- Est rental Yield
- 8.26 %Increased by 64.21 %
- Crime Rate
- 4.00 %Unchanged by 0.00 %
Agent Activity
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Nearby Schools
| Name | Type | Ofsted | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Corton Church Of England Voluntary Aided Primary School | Voluntary Aided School | Good | 0.50 KM |
| Gunton Primary Academy | Academy Sponsor Led | Good | 1.29 KM |
| Roman Hill Children'S Centre | Children's Centre | 2.07 KM | |
| Village Rise Children'S Centre | Children's Centre | 2.07 KM | |
| Benjamin Britten Academy Of Music And Mathematics | Academy Sponsor Led | Good | 2.14 KM |
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Nearby Streets
| Name | Average Price | Average Sqft | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Manor Park Road | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| The Close | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Wigg's Way | £ 260,000 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| The Shires | £ 540,000 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Church Lane | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
Nearby Transport
| Name | NLC | TLC | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowestoft | 7268 | LWT | 4.23 KM |
| Oulton Broad North | 7273 | OUN | 4.86 KM |
| Oulton Broad South | 7274 | OUS | 6.12 KM |
Nearby Listings
| Address | Price | Type | Score | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Station Lodge, Station Road, Lowestoft | £ 850,000 | BUY | 6 / 10 | 0.00 KM |
| Station Road, Corton, Lowestoft | £ 550,000 | BUY | 5 / 10 | 0.02 KM |
| Station Road, Corton, LOWESTOFT | £ 450,000 | BUY | 6 / 10 | 0.02 KM |
| Corton Long Lane, Lowestoft | £ 425,000 | BUY | 7 / 10 | 0.18 KM |
| Mills Drive, Corton, Lowestoft | £ 280,000 | BUY | 5 / 10 | 0.23 KM |
Nearby Properties
| Address | Price | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| 22 Station Road | £ 262,500 | 0.02 KM |
| 16 Station Road | £ 360,000 | 0.02 KM |
| 10 Station Road | £ 250,000 | 0.02 KM |
| 29 Station Road | £ 192,500 | 0.02 KM |
| 11 Station Road | £ 175,000 | 0.02 KM |