Connells says ..
Connells Leagrave bring to the market a three bedroom mid terraced property located in the sought after Lewsey Farm area of Leagrave. Cedar Close comprises an entrance hall, kitchen area, open plan lounge/diner with the upper floor containing three bedrooms and a family bathroom suite.
Property Oracle says ..
This three-bedroom semi-detached house in Luton, located on Marlin Road in the Lewsey area, presents a mixed bag for potential buyers. The property’s key selling point is its location, which offers proximity to well-regarded schools and a children’s centre. This makes it an attractive prospect for families. However, it’s important to note that access to public transportation is relatively far.
The property’s condition is a more significant concern. While some rooms appear liveable, several areas, most notably the bathroom, require considerable modernisation and repair. The photographs suggest a general need for refurbishment across several areas of the house. The garden also looks unkempt and requires landscaping.
The list price of £325,000 seems competitive when compared to similar properties in the area, particularly considering those on Marlin Road. However, potential buyers must factor in the costs associated with bringing the property up to a desirable standard of living, as the condition is not ideal. This makes the price somewhat less attractive but still acceptable in the context of the surrounding area.
In conclusion, this property represents a considerable investment with potential for improvement but at the cost of renovation and work. The location’s family-friendly features make it attractive while the condition and current state of the garden are significant drawbacks.
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
- 4
- Location
- 6
- Land
- 3
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Bathrooms
- 2
- Sqft (est)
- 780.00
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Metrics Year-on-Year
- Average area value
- 314,374.00 £Increased by 3.64 %
- Est sale value
- 299,520.00 £Increased by 3.50 %
- Average area rental value
- 1,413.00 £/moIncreased by 22.87 %
- Est letting value
- 780.00 £/moUnchanged by 0.00 %
- Est rental Yield
- 5.39 %Increased by 18.46 %
- Crime Rate
- 4.00 %Unchanged by 0.00 %
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Nearby Schools
| Name | Type | Ofsted | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Vale Academy | Academy Converter | Good | 0.67 KM |
| Willow Nursery School | Local Authority Nursery School | Outstanding | 0.82 KM |
| Lewsey Children'S Centre | Children's Centre Linked Site | 0.89 KM | |
| Hadrian Academy | Academy Converter | Good | 0.91 KM |
| Chantry Primary Academy | Academy Converter | Good | 1.02 KM |
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Nearby Streets
| Name | Average Price | Average Sqft | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park Road | £ 325,000 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Belsize Road | £ 300,000 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Brookfield Avenue | £ 322,000 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Neptune Close | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Longmeadow | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
Nearby Transport
| Name | NLC | TLC | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Leagrave | 1534 | LEA | 4.93 KM |
| Harlington (Bedfordshire) | 1533 | HLN | 6.86 KM |
Nearby Listings
| Address | Price | Type | Score | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marlin Road, Luton | £ 325,000 | BUY | 6 / 10 | 0.07 KM |
| FOUR BEDROOM DETACHED on Milton Way | £ 425,000 | BUY | 6 / 10 | 0.25 KM |
| Milton Way, Houghton Regis | £ 350,000 | BUY | 7 / 10 | 0.25 KM |
| Milton Way, Houghton Regis, Dunstable, Bedfordshire, LU5 | £ 350,000 | BUY | 6 / 10 | 0.26 KM |
| Milton Way, Houghton Regis, Dunstable | £ 350,000 | BUY | 6 / 10 | 0.26 KM |
Nearby Properties
| Address | Price | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| 91 Marlin Road | £ 243,000 | 0.00 KM |
| 13 Marlin Road | £ 230,000 | 0.00 KM |
| 69 Marlin Road | £ 255,000 | 0.00 KM |
| 65 Marlin Road | £ 226,000 | 0.00 KM |
| 61 Marlin Road | £ 212,900 | 0.00 KM |