Kingsdown Road, Swindon, Wiltshire
By Gatekeeper
£ 130,000
Reviews
2 out of 5 stars
Gatekeeper says ..
Nestled within a modern and inviting building, this retirement property offers a unique blend of independent living and comprehensive support. Designed to provide you with all the comforts you need, this apartment boasts a range of features that make it the perfect place to call home.
Property Oracle says ..
This one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment is located in the Kingsdown Road area of Swindon, Wiltshire, within a retirement village. The property is situated approximately 5.78 KM from Swindon train station. The apartment’s interior features a combined living and dining area, a simple kitchen, and a fitted bathroom. The finishes appear dated, suggesting potential for modernisation. Communal gardens are available to residents, although the apartment itself does not appear to have a private garden. The property is listed at £130,000. Several nearby properties are listed at significantly higher prices, reflecting the differences in property size, type, and age. The relative value of this apartment hinges upon its suitability for its target demographic (retirees) and the ongoing costs associated with living in the retirement village. The proximity to local schools is likely a positive for potential future resale value. However, the lack of private outdoor space and dated interior may limit its appeal to some buyers. A comprehensive survey and detailed local market analysis are advised before any purchase decision.
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)
- 612.47
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Metrics Year-on-Year
- Average area value
- 279,444.00 £Decreased by 15.29 %
- Est sale value
- 174,553.95 £Decreased by 1.04 %
- Average area rental value
- 1,200.00 £/moDecreased by 2.83 %
- Est letting value
- 612.47 £/moUnchanged by 0.00 %
- Est rental Yield
- 5.15 %Increased by 14.70 %
- Crime Rate
- 0.00 %
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Nearby Schools
| Name | Type | Ofsted | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grange Infants' School | Academy Converter | 1.58 KM | |
| Kingsdown School | Academy Converter | Good | 1.68 KM |
| Ruskin Junior School | Academy Sponsor Led | Requires improvement | 1.79 KM |
| St Catherine'S Catholic Primary School, Swindon | Academy Converter | Good | 1.89 KM |
| Grange Junior School | Academy Sponsor Led | 2.19 KM |
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Nearby Streets
| Name | Average Price | Average Sqft | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kingsdown Road | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Brimstone Road | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Grayling Avenue | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Barnes Road | £ 242,500 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Dunbar | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
Nearby Transport
| Name | NLC | TLC | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Swindon (Wilts) | 3333 | SWI | 5.78 KM |
Nearby Listings
| Address | Price | Type | Score | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kingsdown Road, Swindon, Wiltshire | £ 130,000 | BUY | 5 / 10 | 0.00 KM |
| Barnes Road, Kingsdown, Startton, Swindon | £ 325,000 | BUY | Unknown | 0.11 KM |
| Kingsdown Retirement Village, Kingsdown Road, Swindon, SN3 | £ 365,000 | BUY | Unknown | 0.13 KM |
| Fitzwarren Court, Stanton Fitzwarren, Swindon, SN3 | £ 150,000 | BUY | 5 / 10 | 0.13 KM |
| Fitzwarren Court, Swindon, SN3 | £ 180,000 | BUY | 7 / 10 | 0.13 KM |
Nearby Properties
| Address | Price | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Lyndhurst | £ 300,000 | 0.81 KM |
| Wyndridge | £ 268,000 | 0.81 KM |
| Tranatore | £ 550,000 | 0.81 KM |
| Highways | £ 290,000 | 0.85 KM |
| 12 Hornsey Gardens | £ 122,000 | 1.12 KM |