Connells says ..
This home would be ideal for an array of prospective purchasers however families in particular due to the FANTASTIC SCHOOLING in the area such as Downside Primary School and Challney High School For Girls and Boys.
Property Oracle says ..
This three-bedroom terraced house on Carisbrooke Road, Luton, presents a mixed opportunity for buyers. Its key advantage is its location within the Challney catchment area, offering access to well-regarded schools. This makes it attractive to families seeking good education for their children. However, the property’s condition is a significant drawback. The photographs reveal an interior that is dated, requires a full refurbishment, and may have some underlying issues needing attention. This translates to substantial additional costs for the buyer after purchase. The garden, while present, is currently overgrown and would require considerable landscaping work before it could be fully enjoyed. While the list price of £260,000 may be reasonably competitive given the schooling, the need for extensive renovations should be carefully weighed by prospective buyers. A thorough survey is essential to identify any structural problems or hidden costs before making an offer. Buyers should factor in substantial renovation expenses into their decision-making process. This property could be a good investment for someone with renovation skills or a buyer who is not afraid of a big project. Those wanting a move-in ready home should look elsewhere.
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
- 4
- Location
- 7
- Land
- 3
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Bathrooms
- 1
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Metrics Year-on-Year
- Average area value
- 312,500.00 £Decreased by 8.00 %
- Average area rental value
- 1,475.00 £/moIncreased by 8.38 %
- Est rental Yield
- 5.66 %Increased by 17.67 %
- Crime Rate
- 4.00 %Unchanged by 0.00 %
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Nearby Schools
| Name | Type | Ofsted | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downside Primary School | Community School | Good | 0.17 KM |
| Flying Start West @ Chaul End | Children's Centre Linked Site | 0.32 KM | |
| Foxdell Junior School | Community School | Requires improvement | 0.47 KM |
| Flying Start West @ Foxdell | Children's Centre Linked Site | 0.72 KM | |
| Flying Start West @ Beechwood | Children's Centre Linked Site | 1.19 KM |
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Nearby Streets
| Name | Average Price | Average Sqft | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cosgrove Way | £ 525,000 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Roman Road | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Robin Close | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Dove Close | £ 738,750 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Waller Avenue | £ 450,000 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
Nearby Transport
| Name | NLC | TLC | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Leagrave | 1534 | LEA | 1.77 KM |
| Luton | 1536 | LUT | 4.93 KM |
| Luton Airport Parkway | 3645 | LTN | 7.13 KM |
| Harlington (Bedfordshire) | 1533 | HLN | 9.11 KM |
Nearby Listings
| Address | Price | Type | Score | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carisbrooke Road, Luton | £ 260,000 | BUY | 5 / 10 | 0.00 KM |
| Carisbrooke Road, Luton | £ 260,000 | BUY | Unknown | 0.16 KM |
| Leicester Road, Luton | £ 260,000 | BUY | 6 / 10 | 0.28 KM |
| Leicester Road, LUTON, Bedfordshire, LU4 | £ 525,000 | BUY | 6 / 10 | 0.33 KM |
| Newbury Close, Luton | £ 350,000 | BUY | Unknown | 0.42 KM |
Nearby Properties
| Address | Price | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| 43 Carisbrooke Road | £ 141,500 | 0.00 KM |
| 25 Carisbrooke Road | £ 92,000 | 0.00 KM |
| 75 Carisbrooke Road | £ 35,000 | 0.00 KM |
| 1a Carisbrooke Road | £ 109,000 | 0.00 KM |
| 35 Carisbrooke Road | £ 109,000 | 0.00 KM |