Connells says ..
This well-presented one bedroom upper floor retirement apartment is set in Swanbridge Court, close to Dorchester town centre and originally built by McCarthy Stone. This property enjoys a pleasant aspect of the River Frome and benefits from access to residents parking.
Property Oracle says ..
This one-bedroom apartment is situated in Swanbridge Court, a retirement development on London Road in Dorchester, Dorset. The property benefits from a convenient location near the town centre, local amenities, and train stations, making it accessible for both residents and visitors. The apartment itself is of modest size, featuring a living room with a fireplace, a compact kitchen, a bedroom with built-in storage, and a shower room. The interior decor is relatively simple and dated. While the property is clean and well-maintained, some modernisation would likely enhance its appeal and market value. The development offers a communal garden, providing residents with access to outdoor space. The price of £90,000 appears competitive when considering similar properties within the retirement development, though a definitive assessment of value requires more precise data on property sizes and recent sales in the immediate vicinity. The lack of private outdoor space is a notable drawback for potential buyers seeking a garden. Overall, this property presents a relatively affordable entry point to the Dorchester housing market, particularly appealing to those seeking retirement living in a convenient location.
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)
- 581.25
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Metrics Year-on-Year
- Average area value
- 252,499.00 £Decreased by 16.20 %
- Est sale value
- 196,462.50 £Increased by 0.90 %
- Average area rental value
- 1,225.00 £/moIncreased by 0.91 %
- Est letting value
- 581.25 £/moUnchanged by 0.00 %
- Est rental Yield
- 5.82 %Increased by 20.50 %
- Crime Rate
- 20.00 %Unchanged by 0.00 %
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Nearby Schools
| Name | Type | Ofsted | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sunninghill Preparatory School | Other Independent School | 0.47 KM | |
| St Mary'S Catholic First School, Dorchester | Academy Converter | Good | 0.91 KM |
| St Osmund'S Church Of England Middle School | Academy Converter | 1.24 KM | |
| Manor Park Church Of England First School | Voluntary Controlled School | Good | 1.40 KM |
| Dorchester Middle School | Academy Converter | Requires improvement | 2.09 KM |
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Nearby Streets
| Name | Average Price | Average Sqft | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Channons Court | £ 320,000 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Victoria Terrace | £ 250,000 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Acland Road | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| South Walks | £ 210,000 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Maltings Mews | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
Nearby Transport
| Name | NLC | TLC | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dorchester South | 5961 | DCH | 1.00 KM |
| Dorchester West | 5962 | DCW | 1.36 KM |
| Upwey | 5967 | UPW | 8.48 KM |
Nearby Listings
| Address | Price | Type | Score | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| London Road, DORCHESTER | £ 90,000 | BUY | 5 / 10 | 0.00 KM |
| London Road, Dorchester, DT1 1NF | £ 135,000 | BUY | 7 / 10 | 0.02 KM |
| London Road, Dorchester | £ 185,000 | BUY | 7 / 10 | 0.06 KM |
| London Road, Dorchester | £ 90,000 | BUY | 5 / 10 | 0.06 KM |
| Casterbridge Court, London Road, Dorchester | £ 315,000 | BUY | 7 / 10 | 0.08 KM |
Nearby Properties
| Address | Price | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| 41 London Road | £ 307,500 | 0.03 KM |
| 13b London Road | £ 109,000 | 0.03 KM |
| 19 London Road | £ 228,000 | 0.04 KM |
| 21 London Road | £ 330,000 | 0.04 KM |
| 35a London Road | £ 387,500 | 0.04 KM |