Old Falmouth Road, Truro - Unique development opportunity
By MAP Estate Agents
£ 850,000
Reviews
3 out of 5 stars
MAP Estate Agents says ..
An increasingly rare opportunity to purchase a versatile development currently for six building plots on the existing site of Langweath Lodge, just off Arch Hill on The Old Falmouth Road in Truro. Situated in an elevated position the site is believed to be in the region of a third of an acre ...
Property Oracle says ..
This listing presents a unique development opportunity in Truro, Cornwall. The property currently consists of a bungalow with a garden on a significant plot of land (approximately one third of an acre). The location on Old Falmouth Road provides easy access to Truro city centre, with its amenities, transport links (including Truro train station), and schools such as Truro High School and Bosvigo School. The aerial photos show the property and surrounding area to be quite green, implying a rural feel despite proximity to urban amenities. The existing building appears habitable, however modernization is likely needed. The plot size offers considerable potential for development, as noted in the description. While the asking price of £850,000 is substantial, it reflects the value of the development opportunity, rather than the existing structure. Overall, buyers interested in a renovation/development project who appreciate the location and plot size are likely to be the ideal target audience. Further investigation into planning permissions and potential build costs will be crucial before making a purchase decision. The lack of details about the exact size of the property and the plot in square footage is a limitation of the information provided; this makes precise valuation challenging.
Therefore, we give this property 6 / 10. *Disclaimer: This is our option and does constitute a recommendation or financial advice. Do your own research. *
- Price
- 6
- Condition
- 5
- Location
- 7
- Land
- 6
- Bedrooms
- 0
- Bathrooms
- 0
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Metrics Year-on-Year
- Average area value
- 380,500.00 £Decreased by 7.95 %
- Average area rental value
- 1,550.00 £/moIncreased by 31.91 %
- Est rental Yield
- 4.89 %Increased by 43.40 %
- Crime Rate
- 1.00 %Unchanged by 0.00 %
Agent Activity
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Nearby Schools
| Name | Type | Ofsted | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Truro High School | Other Independent School | 0.35 KM | |
| Bosvigo School | Community School | Good | 0.96 KM |
| Kea Community Primary School | Community School | Good | 1.40 KM |
| Community & Hospital Education Service Ap Academy | Academy Alternative Provision Converter | Outstanding | 1.40 KM |
| Truro Nursery School | Local Authority Nursery School | Outstanding | 1.67 KM |
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Nearby Streets
| Name | Average Price | Average Sqft | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ashley Road | £ 275,000 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Chapel Hill | £ 240,000 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| St Aubyn's Road | £ 450,000 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| St Nicholas Street | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| St Nicholas Street | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
Nearby Transport
| Name | NLC | TLC | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Truro | 3540 | TRU | 1.42 KM |
| Perranwell | 3528 | PRW | 7.39 KM |
Nearby Listings
| Address | Price | Type | Score | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Old Falmouth Road, Truro - Unique development opportunity | £ 850,000 | BUY | 6 / 10 | 0.00 KM |
| Arch Hill, Truro | £ 225,000 | BUY | 4 / 10 | 0.05 KM |
| Copperfields, Truro, Cornwall | £ 499,950 | BUY | 7 / 10 | 0.10 KM |
| Gwarak Nansavalen, Truro | £ 499,950 | BUY | 7 / 10 | 0.10 KM |
| Gwarak An Warak, Truro, TR1 | £ 400,000 | BUY | 7 / 10 | 0.12 KM |
Nearby Properties
| Address | Price | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| 6 Old Falmouth Road | £ 475,000 | 0.13 KM |
| Pentre | £ 398,000 | 0.13 KM |
| 10 Old Falmouth Road | £ 275,000 | 0.13 KM |
| 11 Old Falmouth Road | £ 73,000 | 0.13 KM |
| Langweath Lodge | £ 233,000 | 0.13 KM |