Alan de Maid says ..
Positioned in this very popular cul-de-sac close to Locksbottom Village, we ae pleased to offer to the market for the first time in over twenty years this attractive 1950s built two bedroom semi-detached bungalow built by Ideal Homes. Offered benefiting for two spacious bedrooms, a li...
Property Oracle says ..
This two-bedroom semi-detached bungalow in Windermere Close, Orpington, presents a comfortable family home in a convenient location. The property’s proximity to Locksbottom Village, with its array of amenities, and its close proximity to well-regarded schools, are clear strengths. The train station is also within reasonable distance, providing good transport links for commuters.
The bungalow itself appears to be well-maintained but could benefit from some modernisation to enhance its overall aesthetic appeal. The kitchen is functional but shows a dated style, and similar comments could be made about the bathroom and living areas, though all are clean and usable. The size of the property, 958 sqft, is a significant consideration.
The property’s listing mentions that the property benefits from a garden, which is confirmed in the provided photos. The outdoor space is of a reasonable size, though not overly large, providing a nice addition to the living space.
The asking price of £575,000 requires careful consideration within the broader context of the Orpington property market. While precise price-per-square-foot data for Windermere Close is unavailable, considering the comparable sales in the surrounding area, the price appears to be within a reasonable range. Buyers should be aware that an element of modernisation may be required to maximize the property’s full potential and value.
Therefore, we give this property 6 / 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
- 5
- Bedrooms
- 2
- Bathrooms
- 1
- Sqft (est)
- 958.00
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Metrics Year-on-Year
- Average area value
- 545,556.00 £Decreased by 23.92 %
- Est sale value
- 513,488.00 £Unchanged by 0.00 %
- Average area rental value
- 2,071.00 £/moDecreased by 19.45 %
- Est letting value
- 1,916.00 £/moIncreased by 100.00 %
- Est rental Yield
- 4.56 %Increased by 6.05 %
- Crime Rate
- 5.00 %Unchanged by 0.00 %
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Nearby Schools
| Name | Type | Ofsted | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Darrick Wood Infant & Nursery School | Academy Converter | 0.53 KM | |
| Darrick Wood School | Academy Converter | Good | 0.53 KM |
| Darrick Wood Junior School | Academy Converter | Good | 0.53 KM |
| Newstead Wood School | Academy Converter | Outstanding | 1.30 KM |
| Farnborough Primary School | Academy Converter | 1.77 KM |
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Nearby Streets
| Name | Average Price | Average Sqft | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mere Close | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Willow Walk | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Poplar Avenue | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Lime Grove | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Lantern Close | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
Nearby Transport
| Name | NLC | TLC | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petts Wood | 5123 | PET | 2.48 KM |
| Orpington | 5122 | ORP | 2.96 KM |
| Bickley | 5063 | BKL | 3.88 KM |
| Chislehurst | 5099 | CIT | 4.03 KM |
| Chelsfield | 5098 | CLD | 5.36 KM |
Nearby Listings
| Address | Price | Type | Score | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Windermere Close, Orpington | £ 575,000 | BUY | 6 / 10 | 0.00 KM |
| Windermere Close, Orpington | £ 785,000 | BUY | 8 / 10 | 0.00 KM |
| Grasmere Road, Orpington | £ 750,000 | BUY | Unknown | 0.06 KM |
| Crofton Road, Locksbottom, Orpington, Kent, BR6 | £ 950,000 | BUY | 7 / 10 | 0.07 KM |
| Grasmere Avenue, Orpington | £ 525,000 | BUY | Unknown | 0.17 KM |
Nearby Properties
| Address | Price | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| 8 Windermere Close | £ 337,500 | 0.05 KM |
| 20 Grasmere Road | £ 515,000 | 0.08 KM |
| 19 Grasmere Road | £ 237,500 | 0.08 KM |
| 21 Grasmere Road | £ 435,000 | 0.08 KM |
| 4 Langdale Close | £ 700,000 | 0.09 KM |