Connells says ..
A one bedroom ground floor flat located in Westmill, Hitchin with a lounge/diner, kitchen, bedroom and bathroom. This property has a tenant in situ and therefore offers a fantastic investment opportunity.
Property Oracle says ..
This one-bedroom ground floor flat in John Barker Place, Hitchin, offers a potential investment opportunity or first-time buyer option. Located in the desirable town of Hitchin, it benefits from relatively good transport links and access to well-regarded schools. The property’s proximity to Oughton Primary and Nursery School, rated ‘Good’ by Ofsted, is a positive attribute for families. However, the property’s condition is average, requiring some updating and refurbishment to enhance its appeal. The interior decor is dated, with carpets and the kitchen and bathroom needing modernisation. The most significant drawback is the lack of outdoor space. The property is a flat with virtually no private garden or land. The list price of £160,000 appears to be in line with similar properties in the area, although more precise data on comparable properties’ square footage would allow for a more accurate assessment of value. Potential buyers should factor in the costs of refurbishment and the absence of outdoor space when considering this property.
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
- 5
- Location
- 7
- Land
- 1
- Bedrooms
- 1
- Bathrooms
- 1
- Sqft (est)
- 602.78
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Metrics Year-on-Year
- Average area value
- 422,458.00 £Increased by 11.65 %
- Est sale value
- 283,909.38 £Decreased by 12.45 %
- Average area rental value
- 1,592.00 £/moIncreased by 27.36 %
- Est letting value
- 602.78 £/moUnchanged by 0.00 %
- Est rental Yield
- 4.52 %Increased by 14.14 %
- Crime Rate
- 58.00 %Unchanged by 0.00 %
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Nearby Schools
| Name | Type | Ofsted | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oughton Primary And Nursery School | Community School | Good | 0.34 KM |
| Nh6 Oughton Family Centre | Children's Centre | 0.34 KM | |
| Samuel Lucas Junior Mixed And Infant School | Community School | Outstanding | 1.15 KM |
| The Priory School | Foundation School | Good | 1.20 KM |
| Wilshere-Dacre Junior Academy | Academy Sponsor Led | Good | 1.43 KM |
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Nearby Streets
| Name | Average Price | Average Sqft | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Freemans Close | £ 199,950 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| The Crescent | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Westmill Lawns | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| North Place | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Berkeley Close | £ 160,000 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
Nearby Transport
| Name | NLC | TLC | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hitchin | 6086 | HIT | 3.33 KM |
| Letchworth Garden City | 6089 | LET | 7.45 KM |
| Arlesey | 6171 | ARL | 8.07 KM |
Nearby Listings
| Address | Price | Type | Score | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| John Barker Place, Hitchin | £ 120,000 | BUY | 5 / 10 | 0.00 KM |
| Dugdale Court, Hitchin, Hertfordshire, SG5 | £ 210,000 | BUY | 6 / 10 | 0.12 KM |
| Hitchin, SG5 2PD | £ 77,500 | BUY | 7 / 10 | 0.15 KM |
| Hitchin, SG5 2PD | £ 60,000 | BUY | 6 / 10 | 0.15 KM |
| Mattocke Road, Hitchin | £ 225,000 | BUY | 7 / 10 | 0.15 KM |
Nearby Properties
| Address | Price | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| 116 John Barker Place | £ 90,000 | 0.00 KM |
| 126 John Barker Place | £ 135,000 | 0.00 KM |
| 82 John Barker Place | £ 96,500 | 0.00 KM |
| 130 John Barker Place | £ 101,000 | 0.00 KM |
| 110 John Barker Place | £ 116,500 | 0.00 KM |