The list price of £430,000 seems relatively reasonable for a four-bedroom detached house in Wivenhoe, especially considering comparable properties in the area are priced similarly. However, the lack of square footage data makes a definitive price-per-square-foot comparison impossible. Given the need for light modernisation, this price reflects the market value for this type of property with similar attributes in Wivenhoe and the surrounding streets.

The property appears to be well-maintained from the photos, but some modernisation might be needed to bring it fully up-to-date. The kitchen and bathrooms are functional but don’t appear to have been recently updated. The description of the listing even points to a need for “light modernisation.”

Wivenhoe is a desirable location in Essex, known for its proximity to the River Colne and its generally peaceful atmosphere. The presence of good schools (Broomgrove Infant and Junior Schools are rated ‘Good’ by Ofsted, and Millfields Primary is ‘Outstanding’) and its relatively close distance to Colchester (with its more comprehensive amenities and train links to London) makes it an attractive residential area for families. The 1.05km distance to Wivenhoe train station is a significant positive.

The property includes a garden which is a positive but its size is not specified. The provided images suggest a reasonably sized garden for a family home, but it’s not particularly extensive.