Cotton Methodist Church, Broad Road, Cotton, Suffolk, IP14 4ND
By Goldings
£ 125,000
Reviews
2 out of 5 stars
Goldings says ..
For sale by auction on Wednesday 25 September 2024 at Live Broadcast Auction Heritage charm meets modern potential... former church in Cotton
Property Oracle says ..
This property is a former Methodist church located in Cotton, Suffolk, currently listed for sale at £125,000. The building itself is sizable at 3532 square feet, offering significant potential for conversion into a residential dwelling. However, the images reveal the need for a complete renovation. The interior requires modernisation throughout, including flooring, walls, and fixtures, as well as potentially a full service upgrade. The exterior also needs attention; minor repairs are visible and a landscaping update would greatly improve curb appeal. While the listed price seems initially low, the extensive renovation needed should be carefully considered. A lack of recent comparable property sales data makes determining the true value for this type of conversion project challenging. Proximity to Bacton and other nearby villages provides access to basic amenities and schools, but prospective buyers must weigh the remoteness of the location and considerable upfront costs associated with this renovation project. The site shows signs of being relatively flat and there is some external land available which may enable potential development. The presence of the nearby railway line, while not directly impacting noise, could possibly enhance accessibility for commuters. Overall, the property represents a high-risk, high-reward investment opportunity for those comfortable with extensive renovation projects and are attracted to the rural location of Suffolk.
Therefore, we give this property 4 / 10. *Disclaimer: This is our option and does constitute a recommendation or financial advice. Do your own research. *
- Price
- 7
- Condition
- 5
- Location
- 4
- Land
- 3
- Bedrooms
- 1
- Bathrooms
- 1
- Sqft (est)
- 3,532.00
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Metrics Year-on-Year
- Average area value
- 396,111.00 £Decreased by 1.72 %
- Est sale value
- 1,476,376.00 £Increased by 57.74 %
- Average area rental value
- 1,217.00 £/moIncreased by 20.26 %
- Est letting value
- 3,532.00 £/mo
- Est rental Yield
- 3.69 %Increased by 22.59 %
- Crime Rate
- 0.00 %
Agent Activity
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Nearby Schools
| Name | Type | Ofsted | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bacton Primary School | Academy Converter | Requires improvement | 1.44 KM |
| Old Newton Church Of England Primary School | Academy Converter | Good | 4.81 KM |
| Gislingham Church Of England Primary School | Academy Converter | 4.83 KM | |
| Mendlesham Primary School | Academy Converter | Good | 6.74 KM |
| Freeman Community Primary School | Academy Converter | 7.23 KM |
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Nearby Streets
| Name | Average Price | Average Sqft | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Mary's Close | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Castell Road | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Farrow Road | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| The Meadows | £ 475,000 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Goodrich Close | £ 700,000 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
Nearby Transport
| Name | NLC | TLC | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stowmarket | 7355 | SMK | 8.59 KM |
Nearby Listings
| Address | Price | Type | Score | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Broad Road, Cotton, Stowmarket | £ 400,000 | BUY | 7 / 10 | 0.14 KM |
| Broad Road, Cotton, Stowmarket | £ 750,000 | BUY | 7 / 10 | 0.19 KM |
| Oak View, Broad Road, Cotton, Stowmarket, IP14 | £ 360,000 | BUY | 6 / 10 | 0.21 KM |
| Pound Hill, Bacton, Stowmarket | £ 500,000 | BUY | 6 / 10 | 0.25 KM |
| Pine View, Bacton, Stowmarket | £ 450,000 | BUY | 6 / 10 | 0.27 KM |
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| Address | Price | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Chrisways | £ 250,000 | 0.03 KM |
| Little Grove | £ 320,000 | 0.07 KM |
| Ivy Cottage | £ 72,000 | 0.08 KM |
| Spring Cottage | £ 300,000 | 0.10 KM |
| Long Meadow | £ 300,000 | 0.16 KM |