James & Co says ..
Top floor second floor apartment with tow bedrooms and allocated parking. Long lease of 170 years remaining.
Property Oracle says ..
This two-bedroom apartment in Braintree, Essex, offers a convenient location near the town centre and Braintree train station, providing easy access to London. The property benefits from allocated parking, a significant advantage in this type of development. The exterior appears well-maintained, but the interior photographs reveal that the property could benefit from some modernisation, especially in the kitchen and bathroom. The décor is dated, and an update would increase the property’s appeal. The lack of outdoor space is a significant limitation for potential buyers who value a garden or private outdoor area. The price of £180,000 appears competitive when considering nearby similar properties, but a precise value assessment is hindered by the absence of square footage information for the property itself. Overall, this property presents a reasonable proposition for a first-time buyer or investor seeking a location that offers excellent transport links and proximity to local amenities, although some renovation should be considered. A detailed survey would be essential to fully evaluate the structural condition and potential issues.
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
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Metrics Year-on-Year
- Average area value
- 225,714.00 £Decreased by 12.20 %
- Average area rental value
- 1,347.00 £/moIncreased by 11.60 %
- Est rental Yield
- 7.16 %Increased by 27.18 %
- Crime Rate
- 12.00 %Unchanged by 0.00 %
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Nearby Schools
| Name | Type | Ofsted | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bra6 Carousel Family Hub | Children's Centre | 0.88 KM | |
| Great Bradfords Junior School | Community School | Good | 1.27 KM |
| Great Bradfords Infant And Nursery School | Community School | Good | 1.27 KM |
| John Ray Junior School | Academy Sponsor Led | Good | 1.29 KM |
| John Ray Infant School | Community School | Good | 1.29 KM |
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Nearby Streets
| Name | Average Price | Average Sqft | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pittingales Crescent | £ 80,000 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Braintree Branch | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Bishops Stortford to Braintree Line | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Benfield Way | £ 150,000 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Blyth's Meadow | £ 210,000 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
Nearby Transport
| Name | NLC | TLC | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Braintree | 6801 | BTR | 0.34 KM |
| Braintree Freeport | 2053 | BTP | 1.25 KM |
| Cressing (Essex) | 6837 | CES | 3.36 KM |
| White Notley | 6846 | WNY | 5.78 KM |
Nearby Listings
| Address | Price | Type | Score | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gresley Drive, Braintree | £ 180,000 | BUY | 5 / 10 | 0.00 KM |
| Sidings Place, Braintree | £ 175,000 | BUY | 5 / 10 | 0.04 KM |
| Gresley Drive, Braintree, CM7 | £ 310,000 | BUY | 6 / 10 | 0.06 KM |
| Rose Hill, Braintree | £ 100,000 | BUY | 4 / 10 | 0.06 KM |
| Wickham Crescent, Braintree, CM7 | £ 250,000 | BUY | 6 / 10 | 0.12 KM |
Nearby Properties
| Address | Price | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| 31 Gresley Drive | £ 100,750 | 0.00 KM |
| 18 Gresley Drive | £ 225,000 | 0.00 KM |
| 9 Gresley Drive | £ 145,000 | 0.00 KM |
| 2 Gresley Drive | £ 145,000 | 0.00 KM |
| 43 Gresley Drive | £ 100,000 | 0.00 KM |