RIVERLAKE HOMES LTD says ..
This property is a charming semi-detached property nestled in the peaceful village of Messing, just a short drive from Colchester. This delightful three-bedroom home combines rural tranquility with modern living, offering ample space for a growing family or those seeking a peaceful retreat.
Property Oracle says ..
The property located on School Road in Marks Tey and Layer, Colchester, Essex is a three-bedroom, one-bathroom house listed at £425,000. The average price for properties in the area is £348,914, with an average price per square foot of £356. However, the provided listing does not include the square footage of the property, making a direct comparison difficult. The property’s location is positive, with Messing Primary School, rated ‘Good’ by Ofsted, situated only 0.35km away. Other ‘Good’-rated schools are within a 2km radius. The proximity to the Greater Anglia train lines at Kelvedon (5.34km) and Marks Tey (6.35km) provides convenient transportation links. Based on the image, the property appears to be in reasonable condition, though a more detailed inspection would be needed to assess its structural integrity and potential need for repairs or maintenance. The small front garden is a positive feature. Given the lack of square footage information for the subject property and the surrounding properties, a precise price per square foot calculation and a definitive assessment of value is impossible. However, comparing the list price of £425,000 to nearby listings reveals a range of prices from £187,000 to £1,275,000. The list price of this property falls within the lower to mid-range of this spectrum. The absence of square footage data for most nearby properties makes a precise value comparison challenging. Further investigation into the property’s internal condition and features is necessary to provide a more accurate price assessment.
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
- 6
- Condition
- 6
- Location
- 7
- Land
- 4
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Bathrooms
- 1
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Metrics Year-on-Year
- Average area value
- 343,500.00 £Decreased by 10.23 %
- Average area rental value
- 1,207.00 £/moDecreased by 5.18 %
- Est rental Yield
- 4.22 %Increased by 5.76 %
- Crime Rate
- 4.00 %Unchanged by 0.00 %
Agent Activity
RIVERLAKE HOMES LTD created the listing.
Nearby Schools
| Name | Type | Ofsted | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Messing Primary School | Academy Sponsor Led | Good | 0.35 KM |
| Thurstable School Sports College And Sixth Form Centre | Academy Converter | Good | 1.65 KM |
| Milldene Primary School | Community School | Good | 1.89 KM |
| Baynards Primary School | Community School | Good | 1.90 KM |
| St Luke'S Church Of England Controlled Primary School | Voluntary Controlled School | Good | 2.59 KM |
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Nearby Streets
| Name | Average Price | Average Sqft | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tiptree Road | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Rookery Lane | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Ager Avenue | £ 402,500 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
Nearby Transport
| Name | NLC | TLC | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kelvedon | 6838 | KEL | 5.34 KM |
| Marks Tey | 6863 | MKT | 6.35 KM |
Nearby Listings
| Address | Price | Type | Score | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| School Road, Colchester, CO5 | £ 300,000 | BUY | 6 / 10 | 0.00 KM |
| School Road, CO5 | £ 425,000 | BUY | 5 / 10 | 0.00 KM |
| School Road, Messing | £ 800,000 | BUY | 7 / 10 | 0.09 KM |
| School Road, Messing | £ 850,000 | BUY | 6 / 10 | 0.09 KM |
| School Road, Messing, Colchester | £ 550,000 | BUY | 7 / 10 | 0.12 KM |
Nearby Properties
| Address | Price | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Hillcrest | £ 187,000 | 0.10 KM |
| Church View | £ 530,000 | 0.10 KM |
| Red House | £ 903,000 | 0.13 KM |
| Stoke Claudian | £ 475,000 | 0.16 KM |
| Davington | £ 305,000 | 0.16 KM |