Chappells says ..
Gilbert Place which comprises of 65 one and two bedroom apartments has a real “wow factor” as you walk through the entrance into the reception area. From here you enter the light and airy communal lounge. For the community of friends and neighbours, it is the heart of Gilbert Place where they can...
Property Oracle says ..
This property is a one-bedroom retirement apartment situated in the Old Town area of Swindon. The apartment itself appears modern, clean, and well-maintained, with a recently fitted kitchen and bathroom. The images show the interior to be largely unfurnished, which could be beneficial or detrimental to a buyer depending on their preferences. The apartment benefits from access to a communal garden and outdoor seating area within the retirement complex which offers numerous amenities such as a restaurant and lounge. The close proximity to highly rated primary schools and the Swindon train station enhances its appeal. However, the lack of private outdoor space and the inherent limitations of the retirement complex market niche affect the overall desirability. While the price appears reasonable relative to other apartments in the immediate vicinity, it’s crucial to note the scarcity of comparable property data for precise valuation, and the price is influenced by its status as a retirement apartment, thus potentially limiting the buyer pool compared to a more conventional property.
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
- 7
- Condition
- 8
- Location
- 7
- Land
- 2
- Bedrooms
- 1
- Bathrooms
- 1
- Sqft (est)
- 470.38
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Metrics Year-on-Year
- Average area value
- 364,023.00 £Increased by 8.60 %
- Est sale value
- 193,796.56 £Increased by 57.25 %
- Average area rental value
- 1,137.00 £/moDecreased by 2.15 %
- Est letting value
- 470.38 £/mo
- Est rental Yield
- 3.75 %Decreased by 9.86 %
- Crime Rate
- 15.00 %Unchanged by 0.00 %
Agent Activity
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Nearby Schools
| Name | Type | Ofsted | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Croft Primary School | Academy Sponsor Led | Outstanding | 0.75 KM |
| Lawn Primary | Community School | Good | 0.91 KM |
| Lethbridge Primary School | Academy Converter | Good | 1.31 KM |
| Lawn Manor Academy | Academy Converter | Requires improvement | 1.50 KM |
| King William Street Church Of England Primary School | Academy Converter | Good | 1.61 KM |
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Nearby Streets
| Name | Average Price | Average Sqft | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Raglan Close | £ 500,000 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Collins Road | £ 250,000 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Ashlar Court | £ 191,667 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Mill Court | £ 302,500 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| George Stevens Place | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
Nearby Transport
| Name | NLC | TLC | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Swindon (Wilts) | 3333 | SWI | 3.00 KM |
Nearby Listings
| Address | Price | Type | Score | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gilbert Place, Lowry Way, Swindon, WIltshire, SN3 1FX | £ 265,000 | BUY | 6 / 10 | 0.00 KM |
| Gilbert Place, Lowry Way, Swindon, WIltshire, SN3 1FX | £ 375,000 | BUY | 6 / 10 | 0.00 KM |
| Lowry Way, Swindon | £ 195,000 | BUY | 6 / 10 | 0.00 KM |
| Gilbert Place, Lowry Way, Swindon, WIltshire, SN3 1FX | £ 285,000 | BUY | 8 / 10 | 0.05 KM |
| Lowry Way, Swindon, SN3 | £ 265,000 | BUY | Unknown | 0.06 KM |
Nearby Properties
| Address | Price | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| 22 Orpen Close | £ 158,000 | 0.06 KM |
| 9 Orpen Close | £ 179,000 | 0.08 KM |
| 24 Orpen Close | £ 169,000 | 0.08 KM |
| 8 Orpen Close | £ 168,000 | 0.08 KM |
| 23 Orpen Close | £ 165,000 | 0.08 KM |