Deakin-White says ..
Central Dunstable - First Floor Split Level Maisonette - Two Double Bedrooms - Spacious & Bright Lounge - Eaves Space - Allocated Parking Houghton Mansions is ideally situated near the town center, within easy walking distance to local amenities, including schools, shops, and other everyday co...
Property Oracle says ..
This two-bedroom maisonette in Houghton Mansions, Dunstable, presents a mixed bag for potential buyers. Its location is a clear strength, offering proximity to schools like All Saints Academy Dunstable. This is particularly beneficial for families. The location also provides convenient access to local amenities and shops within Dunstable. However, the lack of outdoor space is a significant drawback, as is the relatively modest size of the property (965.20 sqft).
The interior of the property, as shown in the photos, appears reasonably well-maintained but could benefit from some modernisation and cleaning. The kitchen and bathroom seem functional but would likely benefit from updating, particularly the kitchen cupboards. The bedrooms, while functional, appear somewhat cluttered in the images and would benefit from a thorough cleaning and tidying to showcase the space. The living area appears reasonably sized but could use some staging to maximize its appeal.
The list price of £160,000 warrants further investigation and comparison to similar properties sold in the area. Given the lack of definitive data on local average price per sqft, a comprehensive valuation may be required to confirm whether this property presents good value for money. The absence of outdoor space might negatively impact its desirability for some buyers, potentially affecting the final sale price. Nevertheless, the location and interior condition, while needing some work, are likely sufficient to attract buyers within a defined target market, particularly those with an interest in Dunstable’s local amenities.
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
- 1
- Bedrooms
- 2
- Bathrooms
- 1
- Sqft (est)
- 965.20
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Metrics Year-on-Year
- Average area value
- 270,833.00 £Decreased by 7.85 %
- Est sale value
- 446,887.60 £Increased by 33.82 %
- Average area rental value
- 1,149.00 £/moDecreased by 9.03 %
- Est letting value
- 965.20 £/moUnchanged by 0.00 %
- Est rental Yield
- 5.09 %Decreased by 1.36 %
- Crime Rate
- 17.00 %Unchanged by 0.00 %
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Nearby Schools
| Name | Type | Ofsted | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| All Saints Academy Dunstable | Academy Sponsor Led | Requires improvement | 0.35 KM |
| Westfield Nursery School | Local Authority Nursery School | Requires improvement | 0.95 KM |
| Beecroft Academy | Academy Converter | Good | 1.02 KM |
| Dunstable North Children'S Centre | Children's Centre | 1.02 KM | |
| Ashton St Peter'S Va C Of E School | Voluntary Aided School | Requires improvement | 1.09 KM |
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Nearby Streets
| Name | Average Price | Average Sqft | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Station Way | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Creasey Park Drive | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Panama Gardens | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Dog Kennel Walk | £ 196,250 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Dog Kennel Walk | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
Nearby Transport
| Name | NLC | TLC | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Leagrave | 1534 | LEA | 8.25 KM |
| Harlington (Bedfordshire) | 1533 | HLN | 8.54 KM |
Nearby Listings
| Address | Price | Type | Score | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houghton Mansions, Dunstable | £ 160,000 | BUY | 5 / 10 | 0.00 KM |
| Houghton Road, Dunstable | £ 340,000 | BUY | 6 / 10 | 0.01 KM |
| Houghton Road, Dunstable | £ 400,000 | BUY | 6 / 10 | 0.09 KM |
| Houghton Road, Dunstable | £ 390,000 | BUY | 5 / 10 | 0.10 KM |
| High Street North, Dunstable, Bedfordshire | £ 350,000 | BUY | 7 / 10 | 0.14 KM |
Nearby Properties
| Address | Price | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| 23a Houghton Road | £ 145,000 | 0.09 KM |
| 17 Houghton Road | £ 133,000 | 0.09 KM |
| 5 Houghton Road | £ 230,000 | 0.09 KM |
| 21 Houghton Road | £ 238,000 | 0.09 KM |
| 9 Houghton Road | £ 213,500 | 0.09 KM |