James Du Pavey says ..
"The Cottage" - a classic 1976 property on Mainwaring Estate. 3 double beds, 2 baths, potential-filled plot. Living room with wood burner, charming kitchen, spacious dining area. Master bed with ensuite, lush gardens. Ready for your makeover magic in picturesque Whitmore village. View now!
Property Oracle says ..
The property is located in Smithy Lane, Whitmore, Newcastle-Under-Lyme, Staffordshire, England. The area has a good selection of primary schools within a reasonable distance, all with a “Good” Ofsted rating. The closest is Baldwins Gate Cofe(Vc) Primary School, approximately 2.17km away. While there is no nearby transportation information provided, the proximity to several well-regarded schools is a positive factor for families. Based on the provided images, the property appears to be a traditional detached house in need of modernisation. The interior features dated decor and finishes, including carpets, wallpaper, and bathroom fixtures. The kitchen, while functional, also shows its age. The overall condition suggests a need for renovation to bring it up to modern standards. The property benefits from a substantial plot of land with a well-maintained lawn, adding to its appeal. The list price of £500,000 is lower than the average price of £608,333 for properties in the area. However, the average price per square foot is £300, and this property is smaller than average at 1,918.56 sqft. Considering the property’s need for modernisation, the price might be considered reasonable, particularly given the size of the land. However, the lack of plot size information in square feet makes a definitive statement on value difficult. More information on comparable properties with similar land sizes would provide a more robust analysis.
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
- 7
- Condition
- 6
- Location
- 7
- Land
- 8
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Bathrooms
- 2
- Sqft (est)
- 1,918.56
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Metrics Year-on-Year
- Average area value
- 444,606.00 £Decreased by 45.11 %
- Est sale value
- 945,850.08 £Increased by 94.86 %
- Average area rental value
- 2,000.00 £/moIncreased by 42.45 %
- Est letting value
- 3,837.12 £/mo
- Est rental Yield
- 5.40 %Increased by 159.62 %
- Crime Rate
- 22.00 %Unchanged by 0.00 %
Agent Activity
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Nearby Schools
| Name | Type | Ofsted | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baldwins Gate Cofe(Vc) Primary School | Voluntary Controlled School | Good | 2.17 KM |
| St John'S Cofe (C) Primary School | Voluntary Controlled School | Good | 4.46 KM |
| University Of Keele | Higher Education Institutions | 4.50 KM | |
| St Luke'S Cofe (C) Primary School | Voluntary Controlled School | Good | 5.70 KM |
| Silverdale Primary Academy | Academy Sponsor Led | Good | 5.95 KM |
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Nearby Streets
| Name | Average Price | Average Sqft | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smithy Lane | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Three Mile Lane | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Common Lane | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Kennel Cottage | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
Nearby Listings
| Address | Price | Type | Score | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Smithy Lane, Whitmore, ST5 | £ 500,000 | BUY | 7 / 10 | 0.00 KM |
| Rectory Lane, Whitmore, Newcastle, ST5 5HR | £ 675,000 | BUY | 7 / 10 | 0.15 KM |
| Hill Chorlton, Newcastle, ST5 | £ 1,500,000 | BUY | 8 / 10 | 1.26 KM |
| Hill Chorlton, Newcastle, ST5 | £ 975,000 | BUY | Unknown | 1.64 KM |
| Plot 3 Fair-Green Road, Baldwins Gate, Newcastle-under-Lyme, Staffordshire | £ 750,000 | BUY | 6 / 10 | 1.70 KM |
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| Address | Price | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Little Paddocks | £ 549,950 | 0.34 KM |
| Lake House | £ 1,175,000 | 1.77 KM |
| Pemberley | £ 420,000 | 1.79 KM |
| Laurels | £ 328,000 | 1.79 KM |
| 21 Appleton Drive | £ 160,000 | 1.82 KM |