Martin & Co says ..
SOUGHT-AFTER ACORN DRIVE development. Two bedroom apartment for the over 55s. Spacious reception room with separate kitchen with dishwasher and washing machine. Sprawling communal gardens. Close to Wokingham town centre, shops and train station. No onward chain.
Property Oracle says ..
This two-bedroom apartment on Acorn Drive in Wokingham, Berkshire, is marketed as part of an over-55s development. Its key selling points include its convenient location near Wokingham town centre, a train station, and several well-regarded schools. The apartment itself features a spacious reception room, separate kitchen with appliances, and a bathroom. The photographs reveal a property that is functional but could benefit from modernisation. The fixtures and fittings are dated, and a refurbishment would significantly enhance its aesthetic appeal and potential value. The lack of a private garden or outdoor space is a notable limitation. While the listing price falls within the range of similar properties in the area, the absence of a detailed plot size, specifics regarding leasehold, and the need for potential renovations should be carefully considered by prospective buyers. The property’s suitability will largely depend on individual needs and priorities. Buyers seeking a low-maintenance property in a convenient location, may find this apartment appealing, even with its need for modernisation. However, those seeking larger, modern accommodation or additional outdoor space would likely find other options more desirable.
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
- 1
- Bedrooms
- 2
- Bathrooms
- 1
- Sqft (est)
- 582.33
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Metrics Year-on-Year
- Average area value
- 561,923.00 £Increased by 17.28 %
- Est sale value
- 320,863.83 £Increased by 30.57 %
- Average area rental value
- 1,746.00 £/moDecreased by 3.54 %
- Est letting value
- 582.33 £/moUnchanged by 0.00 %
- Est rental Yield
- 3.73 %Decreased by 17.66 %
- Crime Rate
- 3.00 %Unchanged by 0.00 %
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Nearby Schools
| Name | Type | Ofsted | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| High Close School | Non-maintained Special School | Good | 0.35 KM |
| The Holt School | Academy Converter | 0.87 KM | |
| Wescott Infant School | Academy Converter | 1.00 KM | |
| St Teresa'S Catholic Academy | Academy Converter | 1.03 KM | |
| All Saints Cofe (Aided) Primary School | Voluntary Aided School | Good | 1.18 KM |
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Nearby Streets
| Name | Average Price | Average Sqft | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tithe Court | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Palmer School Road | £ 250,000 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Wiltshire Place | £ 329,000 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Luckley Path | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| The Plaza | £ 325,000 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
Nearby Transport
| Name | NLC | TLC | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wokingham | 5696 | WKM | 1.04 KM |
| Winnersh | 5697 | WNS | 4.94 KM |
| Crowthorne | 5628 | CRN | 5.75 KM |
| Winnersh Triangle | 5698 | WTI | 6.69 KM |
| Twyford | 3155 | TWY | 7.34 KM |
Nearby Listings
| Address | Price | Type | Score | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Acorn Drive, Wokingham | £ 225,000 | BUY | 5 / 10 | 0.00 KM |
| Acorn Drive, Wokingham, Berkshire, RG40 1EQ | £ 160,000 | BUY | 6 / 10 | 0.00 KM |
| Acorn Drive, Wokingham, Berkshire, RG40 1EU | £ 175,000 | BUY | 7 / 10 | 0.02 KM |
| Wokingham, Berkshire | £ 160,000 | BUY | Unknown | 0.02 KM |
| Acorn Drive Wokingham, Berkshire, RG40 1EQ | £ 155,000 | BUY | 7 / 10 | 0.04 KM |
Nearby Properties
| Address | Price | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| 126 Acorn Drive | £ 180,000 | 0.05 KM |
| 127 Acorn Drive | £ 175,000 | 0.05 KM |
| 131 Acorn Drive | £ 254,950 | 0.05 KM |
| 103 Acorn Drive | £ 230,000 | 0.05 KM |
| 128 Acorn Drive | £ 155,000 | 0.05 KM |