Connells says ..
Situated within Bedford town centre, right next to the river for beautiful walks and a 10 minute walk to Bedford train station.
Property Oracle says ..
This one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment in Bedford town centre presents a mixed picture. Its location is a significant strength. Situated on Riverside Square, it provides proximity to the river, local amenities, and Bedford train station, offering good access to transport and leisure. The photos reveal a modern, clean apartment that appears to be in good condition, featuring a contemporary kitchen and bathroom. The apartment is unfurnished, giving potential buyers the flexibility to personalise the space according to their preferences, but also highlighting that there is nothing to add extra value at this time. However, the significant limitation is the complete lack of outdoor space, common in apartments of this type. The absence of a garden might be a deal breaker for some. Additionally, while the list price of £78,750 appears relatively low compared to some other properties in the area, comparing the average price per sqft is difficult due to limited data. Nearby properties offer a range of values, highlighting the variations inherent to a mixed housing market such as Bedford’s. Prospective buyers should carefully consider their priorities, weighing the advantages of central location and modern amenities against the absence of external space and the need for additional verification regarding the per sqft cost. Additional research into local property values and rental yields would be beneficial to assess the long-term investment potential, especially as the provided property details lack details regarding the size of the property. Overall, this property serves as a good example of the trade-offs involved in modern apartment living, appealing to those prioritizing location and convenience above all else.
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
- 1
- Bedrooms
- 1
- Bathrooms
- 1
- Sqft (est)
- 600.00
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Metrics Year-on-Year
- Average area value
- 273,747.00 £Decreased by 7.23 %
- Est sale value
- 219,600.00 £Increased by 23.65 %
- Average area rental value
- 1,032.00 £/moDecreased by 0.77 %
- Est letting value
- 600.00 £/moUnchanged by 0.00 %
- Est rental Yield
- 4.52 %Increased by 6.86 %
- Crime Rate
- 13.00 %Unchanged by 0.00 %
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Nearby Schools
| Name | Type | Ofsted | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bedford College | Further Education | Good | 0.22 KM |
| Bedford Free School | Free Schools | Outstanding | 0.37 KM |
| Bedford Central Cc (Bedford Borough) | Children's Centre | 0.69 KM | |
| Priory Primary School | Foundation School | Outstanding | 0.75 KM |
| E-Spired Centre Of Excellence | Other Independent School | Good | 0.78 KM |
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Nearby Streets
| Name | Average Price | Average Sqft | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Paul's Square | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Silver Street | £ 250,000 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| High Street | £ 400,000 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Church Square | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Greyfriars | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
Nearby Transport
| Name | NLC | TLC | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bedford St Johns | 1510 | BSJ | 0.64 KM |
| Bedford | 1512 | BDM | 1.19 KM |
| Kempston Hardwick | 1384 | KMH | 6.16 KM |
| Stewartby | 1386 | SWR | 9.33 KM |
Nearby Listings
| Address | Price | Type | Score | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Riverside Square, Bedford | £ 64,000 | BUY | 6 / 10 | 0.00 KM |
| Riverside Square, Bedford | £ 78,750 | BUY | 5 / 10 | 0.00 KM |
| Riverside Square, Bedford | £ 64,000 | BUY | 7 / 10 | 0.01 KM |
| Merchant Place, Bedford, MK40 | £ 60,000 | BUY | 6 / 10 | 0.02 KM |
| Merchant Gate, Riverside Square, Bedford, MK40 | £ 325,000 | BUY | Unknown | 0.03 KM |
Nearby Properties
| Address | Price | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| 27 Harpur Street | £ 216,500 | 0.27 KM |
| 14 River Street | £ 98,000 | 0.29 KM |
| 18 River Street | £ 232,000 | 0.29 KM |
| 11 Heron Quay | £ 136,000 | 0.33 KM |
| 16 Heron Quay | £ 153,000 | 0.33 KM |