Chilterns says ..
A well presented first floor one bedroom apartment forming part of 'The Orchard', a charming and well managed development of retirement properties for the 'over 55's', located within this well served popular market town and within easy reach of the local Tesco's store with the towns amenities nea...
Property Oracle says ..
This one-bedroom apartment is located in ‘The Orchard’, a retirement development in Brandon, Suffolk. The property’s location offers several advantages, including its proximity to local shops, bus routes, and a Tesco supermarket. The train station is also nearby. While the absence of private outdoor space is a drawback, shared communal gardens are available, and the proximity to other amenities compensates to some degree.
Inside, the property shows evidence of adequate maintenance, although the kitchen and bathroom could benefit from modernisation. The interior is reasonably spacious for a one-bedroom apartment. The overall condition is satisfactory, but there is potential for improvement to enhance the modern appeal.
The pricing appears to fall within the typical range for similar properties in the area, given that it is part of a retirement complex. The lack of square footage data however, makes it difficult to ascertain the precise value of the property per square foot. Overall the property presents a viable option for a single individual, but the lack of private outdoor space and potential for updating are factors buyers should consider. The development appears well maintained, indicating a focus on resident comfort. The property is likely to attract buyers looking for low-maintenance retirement living in a convenient location.
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
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Metrics Year-on-Year
- Average area value
- 223,188.00 £Decreased by 13.36 %
- Average area rental value
- 1,283.00 £/moIncreased by 2.15 %
- Est rental Yield
- 6.90 %Increased by 17.95 %
- Crime Rate
- 32.00 %Unchanged by 0.00 %
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Nearby Schools
| Name | Type | Ofsted | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Forest Academy | Academy Converter | Requires improvement | 0.29 KM |
| Brandon Children'S Centre | Children's Centre | 0.32 KM | |
| Glade Academy | Academy Sponsor Led | 0.81 KM | |
| Breckland School | Free Schools | Good | 2.08 KM |
| Weeting Church Of England Primary School | Academy Sponsor Led | Requires improvement | 2.47 KM |
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Nearby Streets
| Name | Average Price | Average Sqft | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Towlers Court | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Braundon Court | £ 225,000 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Knappers Way | £ 190,000 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Church End | £ 350,000 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Waltons Way | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
Nearby Transport
| Name | NLC | TLC | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brandon | 7200 | BND | 1.07 KM |
| Lakenheath | 7201 | LAK | 9.51 KM |
Nearby Listings
| Address | Price | Type | Score | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Orchard, Brandon | £ 120,000 | BUY | Unknown | 0.00 KM |
| The Orchard, Brandon | £ 100,000 | BUY | Unknown | 0.00 KM |
| The Orchard, Brandon | £ 100,000 | BUY | 7 / 10 | 0.00 KM |
| The Orchard, Brandon | £ 80,000 | BUY | Unknown | 0.00 KM |
| The Orchard, Brandon | £ 160,000 | BUY | 6 / 10 | 0.00 KM |
Nearby Properties
| Address | Price | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| 32 The Orchard | £ 85,000 | 0.00 KM |
| 30 The Orchard | £ 79,995 | 0.00 KM |
| 2 The Orchard | £ 170,000 | 0.00 KM |
| 41 The Orchard | £ 165,000 | 0.00 KM |
| 28 The Orchard | £ 64,000 | 0.00 KM |