Kenton says ..
A rare opportunity to purchase a larger than average retirement apartment within the popular Summerlands Lodge development which is conveniently situated for easy access to shops and service as well as transport links in Locksbottom. Situated on the top floor and to the rear of the block (with bo...
Property Oracle says ..
This one-bedroom retirement apartment in Summerlands Lodge, Orpington, is presented as a larger-than-average unit within a convenient development. Its key selling points include proximity to shops, transport links (in nearby Locksbottom), and healthcare facilities. The apartment itself appears to be in good condition, though the décor and furniture may appear dated to some prospective buyers. The kitchen and bathroom seem functional and well-maintained, while the living space and bedroom offer adequate room. Access to communal gardens is a positive attribute, offsetting the lack of a private garden. The absence of precise square footage information for nearby properties makes it slightly difficult to pinpoint the exact value, but the price appears competitive relative to other similar retirement properties. Overall, this property presents a viable option for those seeking a convenient and manageable retirement lifestyle in Orpington, but buyers should anticipate the need for some modernization to update the décor.
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
- 2
- Bedrooms
- 1
- Bathrooms
- 1
- Sqft (est)
- 569.60
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Metrics Year-on-Year
- Average area value
- 545,556.00 £Decreased by 23.92 %
- Est sale value
- 305,305.60 £Unchanged by 0.00 %
- Average area rental value
- 2,071.00 £/moDecreased by 19.45 %
- Est letting value
- 1,139.20 £/moIncreased by 100.00 %
- Est rental Yield
- 4.56 %Increased by 6.05 %
- Crime Rate
- 26.00 %Unchanged by 0.00 %
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Nearby Schools
| Name | Type | Ofsted | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Darrick Wood Junior School | Academy Converter | Good | 0.83 KM |
| Darrick Wood School | Academy Converter | Good | 0.83 KM |
| Darrick Wood Infant & Nursery School | Academy Converter | 0.83 KM | |
| Newstead Wood School | Academy Converter | Outstanding | 1.93 KM |
| Farnborough Primary School | Academy Converter | 2.00 KM |
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Nearby Streets
| Name | Average Price | Average Sqft | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lantern Close | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Mandelieu | £ 465,000 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Croydon Road | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Willow Walk | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Osier Close | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
Nearby Transport
| Name | NLC | TLC | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petts Wood | 5123 | PET | 3.35 KM |
| Orpington | 5122 | ORP | 3.71 KM |
| Bickley | 5063 | BKL | 4.19 KM |
| Chislehurst | 5099 | CIT | 4.60 KM |
| Hayes | 5050 | HYS | 5.29 KM |
Nearby Listings
| Address | Price | Type | Score | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Farnborough Common, Orpington, Kent, BR6 | £ 210,000 | BUY | 6 / 10 | 0.00 KM |
| Farnborough Common, Locksbottom, BR6 | £ 200,000 | BUY | 7 / 10 | 0.00 KM |
| Summerlands Lodge, Orpington, BR6 | £ 240,000 | BUY | 5 / 10 | 0.00 KM |
| Farnborough Common, Orpington | £ 200,000 | BUY | 6 / 10 | 0.00 KM |
| Farnborough Common, Orpington, Kent, BR6 | £ 170,000 | BUY | Unknown | 0.02 KM |
Nearby Properties
| Address | Price | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| 32 Barkway Drive | £ 309,995 | 0.07 KM |
| 15 Barkway Drive | £ 285,000 | 0.07 KM |
| 6 Barkway Drive | £ 275,000 | 0.07 KM |
| 12 Barkway Drive | £ 248,000 | 0.07 KM |
| 40 Barkway Drive | £ 500,000 | 0.07 KM |