Bowes Lyon Court, Poundbury, Dorchester
By McCarthy & Stone Resales
£ 199,950
Reviews
3 out of 5 stars
McCarthy & Stone Resales says ..
Well presented, dual aspect, first floor, one bedroom retirement apartment offering spacious rooms and larger than average storage. Situated within close reach of the lifts that serve all floors and an easy stroll to a free to use laundry room, the library & snooker room. *On site subsidised...
Property Oracle says ..
Poundbury is a popular location in Dorchester, known for its attractive architecture and planned community feel. The development is within walking distance of local amenities and has good transport links to Dorchester town centre and beyond. The proximity to schools suggests family-friendliness or suitability for those with children nearby. The property itself appears to be in excellent condition. The apartment is modern, well-maintained, and benefits from high-quality fixtures and fittings. There is no visible evidence of damage or disrepair. The communal areas also appear well-maintained and offer residents a variety of amenities including a games room, hair salon and communal lounge. While the plot size is relatively small, it is typical for an apartment of this type. The lack of a private garden is to be expected in this kind of development, however, the communal areas and facilities compensate for this. Considering the average price per sqft in the area and the property’s size, a rough estimate of the expected price would be around £201,700. The list price of £199,950 is therefore very reasonable, especially considering the property’s condition and the amenities offered within the development. The lower price compared to the area average may be due to it being a retirement property, which may have a slightly different market appeal. The nearby comparable listings support this, with similar retirement properties listed at significantly lower prices than other property types in the area.
Therefore, we give this property 7 / 10. *Disclaimer: This is our option and does constitute a recommendation or financial advice. Do your own research. *
- Price
- 9
- Condition
- 10
- Location
- 9
- Land
- 3
- Bedrooms
- 1
- Bathrooms
- 1
- Sqft (est)
- 617.53
- Lot (est)
- 704.00
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Metrics Year-on-Year
- Average area value
- 478,446.00 £Decreased by 3.92 %
- Est sale value
- 311,852.65 £Increased by 23.47 %
- Average area rental value
- 1,100.00 £/moDecreased by 29.17 %
- Est letting value
- 617.53 £/moUnchanged by 0.00 %
- Est rental Yield
- 2.76 %Decreased by 26.20 %
- Crime Rate
- 53.00 %Unchanged by 0.00 %
Agent Activity
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Nearby Schools
| Name | Type | Ofsted | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Damers First School | Academy Converter | 0.43 KM | |
| Dorchester | Children's Centre | 0.58 KM | |
| The Thomas Hardye School | Academy Converter | Outstanding | 1.52 KM |
| The Prince Of Wales School | Community School | Good | 1.71 KM |
| Dorchester Middle School | Academy Converter | Requires improvement | 2.04 KM |
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Nearby Streets
| Name | Average Price | Average Sqft | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Poundbury Farm Way | £ 262,500 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Paviion Green West | £ 785,000 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Vittoria Street | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Harewood Road | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Saltash Place | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
Nearby Transport
| Name | NLC | TLC | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dorchester West | 5962 | DCW | 2.59 KM |
| Dorchester South | 5961 | DCH | 3.20 KM |
| Upwey | 5967 | UPW | 7.46 KM |
Nearby Listings
| Address | Price | Type | Score | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bowes Lyon Place, Poundbury, Dorchester | £ 230,000 | BUY | 6 / 10 | 0.00 KM |
| Bowes Lyon Place, Poundbury, Dorchester | £ 345,000 | BUY | 7 / 10 | 0.00 KM |
| Bowes Lyon Court, Poundbury, Dorchester | £ 230,000 | BUY | 6 / 10 | 0.00 KM |
| Bowes Lyon Court, Poundbury, Dorchester | £ 199,950 | BUY | 7 / 10 | 0.00 KM |
| Bowes Lyon Court, Poundbury, Dorchester | £ 220,000 | BUY | 6 / 10 | 0.02 KM |
Nearby Properties
| Address | Price | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| 6 Vickery Court | £ 310,000 | 0.17 KM |
| 1 Vickery Street | £ 355,000 | 0.18 KM |
| 14 Moraston Street | £ 505,000 | 0.25 KM |
| 2 Moraston Street | £ 485,000 | 0.25 KM |
| 12 Moraston Street | £ 465,000 | 0.25 KM |