Whittaker & Co says ..
Wonderful family home in the heart of West Common measuring in excess of 3,300 square feet. Occupying a fabulous third of an acre plot with a heated outdoor pool.
Property Oracle says ..
This five-bedroom, two-bathroom property located on Oakfield Road in Harpenden, Hertfordshire offers spacious accommodation spread across what looks to be two floors, possibly with an attic conversion. The property features a sizable garden, a swimming pool, and what appears to be a double garage—desirable features adding to the overall appeal and likely improving value. The interior photographs reveal an interior that is clean and well-maintained but could use some updating. The décor is dated, with some of the fixtures and fittings seeming somewhat tired. The kitchen, though functional, appears to have an older style; a kitchen remodel would dramatically improve the property’s visual appeal and potential resale value. The property benefits from its location in Harpenden, an affluent area known for excellent schools and its relatively easy commute to London. This makes the property attractive to families and professionals seeking a combination of desirable suburban living and convenient access to the capital. The lack of precise square footage data for comparable properties in the immediate vicinity makes a definitive judgment about the list price difficult. While the property presents well, potential buyers should factor in renovation costs for the interior should they wish to enhance the property to current market standards. The overall property, however, is one that is likely to attract buyers who appreciate the combination of space, location, and potential for improvement.
Therefore, we give this property 7 / 10. *Disclaimer: This is our option and does constitute a recommendation or financial advice. Do your own research. *
- Price
- 7
- Condition
- 6
- Location
- 8
- Land
- 7
- Bedrooms
- 5
- Bathrooms
- 2
- Sqft (est)
- 3,340.30
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Metrics Year-on-Year
- Average area value
- 1,332,494.00 £Increased by 19.68 %
- Est sale value
- 4,663,058.80 £Increased by 164.90 %
- Average area rental value
- 1,800.00 £/moDecreased by 54.11 %
- Est letting value
- 3,340.30 £/moUnchanged by 0.00 %
- Est rental Yield
- 1.62 %Decreased by 61.70 %
- Crime Rate
- 6.00 %Unchanged by 0.00 %
Agent Activity
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Nearby Schools
| Name | Type | Ofsted | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Dominic Catholic Primary School | Voluntary Aided School | Outstanding | 2.04 KM |
| St Nicholas Cofe Va Primary School | Voluntary Aided School | Good | 2.24 KM |
| Harpenden Academy | Free Schools | Good | 2.28 KM |
| St Hilda'S School | Other Independent School | 2.48 KM | |
| Roundwood Primary School | Community School | Good | 2.71 KM |
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Nearby Streets
| Name | Average Price | Average Sqft | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Geesroft Walk | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| The Warren | £ 2,675,000 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Beesonend Lane | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Maple Cottages | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Nightingale Mews | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
Nearby Transport
| Name | NLC | TLC | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Harpenden | 1543 | HPD | 2.27 KM |
| St Albans Abbey | 1562 | SAA | 6.25 KM |
| St Albans City | 1548 | SAC | 6.48 KM |
| Park Street | 1561 | PKT | 8.36 KM |
| How Wood (Hertfordshire) | 1563 | HWW | 9.07 KM |
Nearby Listings
| Address | Price | Type | Score | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oakfield Road, Harpenden | £ 2,150,000 | BUY | 7 / 10 | 0.00 KM |
| Oakfield Road, Harpenden | £ 3,250,000 | BUY | 7 / 10 | 0.05 KM |
| Oakfield Road, Harpenden, AL5 | £ 2,150,000 | BUY | 7 / 10 | 0.15 KM |
| Fairway Close, Harpenden, Hertfordshire, AL5 | £ 2,000,000 | BUY | 7 / 10 | 0.16 KM |
| 15 Oakfield Road, Harpenden, AL5 | £ 6,950,000 | BUY | 7 / 10 | 0.28 KM |
Nearby Properties
| Address | Price | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| 27 Oakfield Road | £ 1,415,000 | 0.09 KM |
| 33 Oakfield Road | £ 1,365,000 | 0.12 KM |
| 31 Oakfield Road | £ 2,750,000 | 0.12 KM |
| 7 Fairway Close | £ 770,000 | 0.13 KM |
| 8 Fairway Close | £ 1,350,000 | 0.13 KM |