Summerlands Lodge, Orpington, Kent
By Keller Williams
£ 175,000
Reviews
2 out of 5 stars
Keller Williams says ..
Charming Ground-Floor Retirement Flat with Private Patio This delightful one-bedroom ground-floor retirement flat in the highly sought-after Summerlands Lodge, offering the rare luxury of a private patio that directly overlooks the beautifully maintained communal garden.
Property Oracle says ..
This one-bedroom retirement flat at Summerlands Lodge in Orpington, Kent, presents a potentially attractive option for downsizers or those seeking a low-maintenance lifestyle. The property boasts a convenient location with relatively close access to shops, transportation (Petts Wood and Orpington stations are noted as nearby), and schools, making it suitable for a variety of needs.
The interior of the flat seems well-maintained and reasonably presented in the photos provided. The kitchen and bathroom appear functional and in good condition. While the provided images give a good impression of the property, a physical viewing would allow for a complete assessment of its overall condition and any potential maintenance requirements.
The property includes a private patio which provides a degree of private outdoor space. Access to communal gardens is also a positive aspect. However, the overall land area associated with the property itself is limited. The absence of information on any additional fees or service charges that may be associated with living in a retirement development limits the overall analysis.
In terms of pricing, the listed price of £175,000 seems competitively positioned in relation to other nearby retirement properties although definitive comparisons are somewhat hindered by lack of detailed information on similar properties.
Overall, this property offers a convenient and reasonably well-maintained living space suitable for its target market. However, potential buyers should carefully consider the limited private outdoor space and the absence of information on any additional charges associated with the retirement complex before making a purchase decision.
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
- 3
- Bedrooms
- 1
- Bathrooms
- 1
- Sqft (est)
- 784.37
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Metrics Year-on-Year
- Average area value
- 545,556.00 £Decreased by 23.92 %
- Est sale value
- 420,422.32 £Unchanged by 0.00 %
- Average area rental value
- 2,071.00 £/moDecreased by 19.45 %
- Est letting value
- 1,568.74 £/moIncreased by 100.00 %
- Est rental Yield
- 4.56 %Increased by 6.05 %
- Crime Rate
- 25.00 %Unchanged by 0.00 %
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Nearby Schools
| Name | Type | Ofsted | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Darrick Wood Junior School | Academy Converter | Good | 0.85 KM |
| Darrick Wood School | Academy Converter | Good | 0.85 KM |
| Darrick Wood Infant & Nursery School | Academy Converter | 0.85 KM | |
| Newstead Wood School | Academy Converter | Outstanding | 1.95 KM |
| Farnborough Primary School | Academy Converter | 2.02 KM |
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Nearby Streets
| Name | Average Price | Average Sqft | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lantern Close | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Mandelieu | £ 465,000 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Croydon Road | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Willow Walk | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Osier Close | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
Nearby Transport
| Name | NLC | TLC | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petts Wood | 5123 | PET | 3.35 KM |
| Orpington | 5122 | ORP | 3.73 KM |
| Bickley | 5063 | BKL | 4.18 KM |
| Chislehurst | 5099 | CIT | 4.59 KM |
| Hayes | 5050 | HYS | 5.26 KM |
Nearby Listings
| Address | Price | Type | Score | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summerlands Lodge, Orpington, Kent | £ 175,000 | BUY | 5 / 10 | 0.00 KM |
| Summerland L Farnborough Common, Orpington | £ 175,000 | BUY | 7 / 10 | 0.01 KM |
| Farnborough Common, Orpington, Kent, BR6 | £ 170,000 | BUY | Unknown | 0.01 KM |
| Farnborough Common, Orpington | £ 200,000 | BUY | 6 / 10 | 0.02 KM |
| Summerlands Lodge, Orpington, BR6 | £ 240,000 | BUY | 5 / 10 | 0.02 KM |
Nearby Properties
| Address | Price | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Barkway Drive | £ 450,000 | 0.08 KM |
| 6 Barkway Drive | £ 275,000 | 0.08 KM |
| 13 Barkway Drive | £ 440,000 | 0.08 KM |
| 3 Barkway Drive | £ 420,000 | 0.08 KM |
| 10 Barkway Drive | £ 490,000 | 0.08 KM |