Esquire Estates says ..
Esquire Estate Agents are pleased to offer to market this large family home situated in the well sought after Challney area of Luton. The property briefly comprises of an entrance hallway, two large reception rooms, and a fitted kitchen. On the first floor, there are three generously sized dou...
Property Oracle says ..
This three-bedroom semi-detached house in Luton’s Challney area presents a mixed bag. The location is a key strength; Challney is generally seen as a desirable area within Luton, known for its relatively quiet residential streets and proximity to well-regarded schools, including Challney High School for Girls which boasts an Outstanding Ofsted rating. Leagrave train station is within reasonable distance providing access to public transport.
However, the property’s condition requires consideration. The interior images reveal a need for modernisation and updating, particularly in the kitchen and bathroom. While functional, the décor appears dated. The garden, a significant aspect for many buyers, is currently extremely overgrown and cluttered, needing significant time, effort and funds to reclaim.
The list price of £365,000 needs careful assessment in the context of Luton’s market. While comparable properties in the area often fall within this price range, the absence of precise square footage makes a definitive judgement challenging. The necessary improvements, particularly to the garden, should be factored into any potential buyer’s calculations. Therefore, the property offers a reasonable, yet not outstanding, value proposition. A potential buyer should carefully weigh the advantages of the location and the level of refurbishment needed against the asking price.
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
- 2
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Bathrooms
- 1
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Metrics Year-on-Year
- Average area value
- 312,500.00 £Decreased by 8.00 %
- Average area rental value
- 1,475.00 £/moIncreased by 8.38 %
- Est rental Yield
- 5.66 %Increased by 17.67 %
- Crime Rate
- 11.00 %Unchanged by 0.00 %
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Nearby Schools
| Name | Type | Ofsted | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flying Start West @ Chaul End | Children's Centre Linked Site | 0.35 KM | |
| Downside Primary School | Community School | Good | 0.53 KM |
| Foxdell Junior School | Community School | Requires improvement | 0.76 KM |
| Challney High School For Boys | Academy Converter | 0.76 KM | |
| Challney High School For Girls | Academy Converter | Outstanding | 1.08 KM |
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Nearby Streets
| Name | Average Price | Average Sqft | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cosgrove Way | £ 525,000 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Roman Road | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Robin Close | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Wren Close | £ 585,000 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Dove Close | £ 738,750 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
Nearby Transport
| Name | NLC | TLC | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Leagrave | 1534 | LEA | 1.65 KM |
| Luton | 1536 | LUT | 5.38 KM |
| Luton Airport Parkway | 3645 | LTN | 7.58 KM |
| Harlington (Bedfordshire) | 1533 | HLN | 8.77 KM |
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|---|---|---|---|---|
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| Thirlstone Road, Luton, Bedfordshire | £ 375,000 | BUY | 5 / 10 | 0.06 KM |
| Atherstone Road, Luton, Bedfordshire, LU4 8QU | £ 325,000 | BUY | 7 / 10 | 0.17 KM |
| Leicester Road, LUTON, Bedfordshire, LU4 | £ 525,000 | BUY | 6 / 10 | 0.20 KM |
| Leicester Road, Luton | £ 260,000 | BUY | 6 / 10 | 0.21 KM |
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| Address | Price | Distance |
|---|---|---|
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