Southfield House, South Walks Road, Dorchester
By Beaumont Jones Estate Agents
£ 150,000
Reviews
2 out of 5 stars
Beaumont Jones Estate Agents says ..
We are delighted to bring to the market this well presented, second floor retirement apartment located moments from the county town of Dorchester. A light and spacious apartment with generous proportions, accommodation includes hallway with storage and airing cupboard, generous sized sitting/dini...
Property Oracle says ..
This second-floor retirement apartment in Dorchester offers a convenient location and reasonable living space for its price. Situated on South Walks Road, it benefits from easy access to the town centre, including shops, schools, and transportation links. Dorchester South railway station is within walking distance, providing convenient access to wider transport networks. The apartment itself features two bedrooms, one bathroom and is described as spacious and light.
While the provided photographs show a property that is well-maintained, the décor and fixtures are somewhat dated. The furnishings are likely included in the sale and a buyer would likely want to redecorate. The kitchen and bathroom, though functional, seem in need of some updating to meet modern standards.
The property lacks a private garden, providing access only to communal areas. The plot size of 0 sqft reinforces the flat nature of this property. The size of 581.25 sqft is acceptable for a 2 bedroom apartment, but data on comparable properties is limited, making precise pricing analysis difficult.
Overall, this property would appeal to a buyer seeking a manageable, conveniently located apartment in a desirable area. However, prospective buyers should factor in potential modernisation costs and the limitations of apartment living without a private outdoor space.
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
- 2
- Bathrooms
- 1
- Sqft (est)
- 581.25
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Metrics Year-on-Year
- Average area value
- 252,499.00 £Decreased by 16.20 %
- Est sale value
- 196,462.50 £Increased by 0.90 %
- Average area rental value
- 1,225.00 £/moIncreased by 0.91 %
- Est letting value
- 581.25 £/moUnchanged by 0.00 %
- Est rental Yield
- 5.82 %Increased by 20.50 %
- Crime Rate
- 3.00 %Unchanged by 0.00 %
Agent Activity
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Nearby Schools
| Name | Type | Ofsted | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sunninghill Preparatory School | Other Independent School | 0.21 KM | |
| St Mary'S Catholic First School, Dorchester | Academy Converter | Good | 0.52 KM |
| St Osmund'S Church Of England Middle School | Academy Converter | 0.86 KM | |
| Manor Park Church Of England First School | Voluntary Controlled School | Good | 1.01 KM |
| Dorchester Middle School | Academy Converter | Requires improvement | 2.03 KM |
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Nearby Streets
| Name | Average Price | Average Sqft | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Victoria Terrace | £ 250,000 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Channons Court | £ 320,000 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Acland Road | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Maltings Mews | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| South Walks | £ 210,000 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
Nearby Transport
| Name | NLC | TLC | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dorchester South | 5961 | DCH | 0.81 KM |
| Dorchester West | 5962 | DCW | 1.31 KM |
| Upwey | 5967 | UPW | 8.18 KM |
Nearby Listings
| Address | Price | Type | Score | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southfield House, South Walks Road, Dorchester | £ 150,000 | BUY | 5 / 10 | 0.00 KM |
| Icen Way, Dorchester, Dorset, DT1 | £ 550,000 | BUY | 8 / 10 | 0.05 KM |
| South Walks Road, Dorchester | £ 250,000 | BUY | 6 / 10 | 0.05 KM |
| Dorchester, Dorset | £ 995,000 | BUY | 8 / 10 | 0.06 KM |
| Robins Garth, Dorchester | £ 325,000 | BUY | 7 / 10 | 0.06 KM |
Nearby Properties
| Address | Price | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Millstones | £ 490,000 | 0.06 KM |
| 25 Icen Way | £ 695,000 | 0.06 KM |
| 30 Icen Way | £ 310,000 | 0.06 KM |
| 28 Icen Way | £ 455,000 | 0.07 KM |
| 23 Icen Way | £ 307,000 | 0.07 KM |