Connells says ..
Situated to the north of Colchester this two-bedroom second floor apartment offers a wealth of living accommodation combined with excellent links to both the A12 and North station.
Property Oracle says ..
This two-bedroom apartment in Mortimer Gardens, Colchester, is situated in the Highwoods area, known for its relatively convenient location to schools and transport links. The property itself is a standard apartment, and images show it to be reasonably well-maintained but needing some decluttering to enhance its overall appeal. The kitchen, while functional, presents a cluttered image, and one of the bedrooms similarly showcases a need for tidying and some organizational upgrades. While the exact square footage is given, the lack of data on square footage for comparable properties limits a comprehensive valuation. The communal outdoor space provides access to a green area. Considering similar properties on the market for approximately the same price, which often lack detailed square footage, the list price of £160,000 appears to be in line with the current market conditions in the area. More information regarding the apartment’s specifics (exact size, upgrades or unique features) would be required for a comprehensive evaluation of its value. The lack of a private garden might be a drawback for some buyers, while the close proximity to local schools and transport links is a definite plus. Overall, it presents itself as a decent option, potentially suitable for first-time buyers or investors, provided they are comfortable with the limited external space and the slight tidying needed.
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
- 2
- Bedrooms
- 2
- Bathrooms
- 1
- Sqft (est)
- 680.00
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Metrics Year-on-Year
- Average area value
- 284,633.00 £Decreased by 10.38 %
- Est sale value
- 251,600.00 £Increased by 16.35 %
- Average area rental value
- 1,248.00 £/moIncreased by 9.09 %
- Est letting value
- 680.00 £/moUnchanged by 0.00 %
- Est rental Yield
- 5.26 %Increased by 21.76 %
- Crime Rate
- 16.00 %Unchanged by 0.00 %
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Nearby Schools
| Name | Type | Ofsted | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Trinity School | Free Schools | 0.71 KM | |
| The Gilberd School | Academy Converter | Outstanding | 0.76 KM |
| Brinkley Grove Primary School | Foundation School | Good | 0.80 KM |
| Highwoods Community Primary School | Academy Converter | Good | 1.27 KM |
| Camulos Academy | Academy Sponsor Led | Good | 1.61 KM |
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Nearby Streets
| Name | Average Price | Average Sqft | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Axial Way | £ 375,000 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Tower Lane | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| The Crescent | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Princess Drive | £ 300,000 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Ridgeway | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
Nearby Transport
| Name | NLC | TLC | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Colchester | 6861 | COL | 3.53 KM |
| Colchester Town | 6853 | CET | 4.18 KM |
| Hythe (Essex) | 6851 | HYH | 4.28 KM |
| Wivenhoe | 6860 | WIV | 8.56 KM |
Nearby Listings
| Address | Price | Type | Score | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mortimer Gardens, Colchester, CO4 | £ 130,000 | BUY | 6 / 10 | 0.00 KM |
| Mortimer Gardens, Colchester, CO4 | £ 125,000 | BUY | 5 / 10 | 0.00 KM |
| Mortimer Gardens, Colchester, Essex, CO4 | £ 179,995 | BUY | 6 / 10 | 0.00 KM |
| Mortimer Gardens, Colchester, Essex | £ 375,000 | BUY | 6 / 10 | 0.00 KM |
| Mortimer Gardens, Colchester, CO4 | £ 150,000 | BUY | 6 / 10 | 0.01 KM |
Nearby Properties
| Address | Price | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| 32 Mortimer Gardens | £ 170,000 | 0.00 KM |
| 10 Mortimer Gardens | £ 158,995 | 0.00 KM |
| 16 Mortimer Gardens | £ 158,000 | 0.00 KM |
| 33 Mortimer Gardens | £ 163,000 | 0.00 KM |
| 49 Mortimer Gardens | £ 115,000 | 0.00 KM |