William H. Brown says ..
This Grade II listed cottage in Eye features an open plan lounge kitchen with exposed beams, a large brick fireplace, and integrated kitchen area. Upstairs are two versatile bedrooms and a shower room, with access to a shared courtyard and external storage.
Property Oracle says ..
This two-bedroom terraced cottage in Eye, Suffolk, presents a mixed bag of opportunities and challenges. Located on Lowgate Street, it benefits from a central position within the town, offering easy access to local amenities and services. The proximity to schools like Eye Children’s Centre and Hartismere School is a plus for families. Diss railway station, providing links to other parts of the UK, is also within reasonable commuting distance.
The property itself is a traditional cottage, but the images suggest it requires some modernisation. The kitchen and bathroom appear dated, and the carpets look worn. While the structure appears sound, potential buyers should budget for updating and refurbishment to bring the property to a more contemporary standard. The lack of a significant garden is a notable drawback, with only a small courtyard visible. However, the price point of £160,000 is relatively competitive when compared to other properties in the area, especially considering the need for modernisation. Potential buyers should carefully weigh the cost of renovations against the property’s location and potential for increased value after improvements.
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
- Sqft (est)
- 600.00
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Metrics Year-on-Year
- Average area value
- 313,333.00 £Increased by 3.31 %
- Est sale value
- 148,800.00 £Increased by 38.55 %
- Average area rental value
- 838.00 £/moDecreased by 3.12 %
- Est letting value
- 0.00 £/mo
- Est rental Yield
- 3.21 %Decreased by 6.14 %
- Crime Rate
- 45.00 %Unchanged by 0.00 %
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Nearby Schools
| Name | Type | Ofsted | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eye Children'S Centre | Children's Centre | 0.29 KM | |
| St Peter And St Paul Church Of England Primary School, Eye | Academy Converter | 0.48 KM | |
| Hartismere School | Academy Converter | Outstanding | 1.31 KM |
| Occold Primary School | Academy Converter | 3.40 KM | |
| Thorndon Church Of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School | Voluntary Controlled School | Requires improvement | 4.02 KM |
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Nearby Streets
| Name | Average Price | Average Sqft | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Rookery | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Moorhall Causeway | £ 180,000 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Cross Street | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Nelson Gardens | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Oak Lawn | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
Nearby Transport
| Name | NLC | TLC | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diss | 7348 | DIS | 6.64 KM |
Nearby Listings
| Address | Price | Type | Score | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lowgate Street, Eye | £ 250,000 | BUY | Unknown | 0.02 KM |
| 9 Lowgate Street, Eye, Suffolk IP23 7AS | £ 100,000 | BUY | 6 / 10 | 0.05 KM |
| Lowgate Street, Eye | £ 625,000 | BUY | 7 / 10 | 0.06 KM |
| Castle Street, Eye, IP23 | £ 335,000 | BUY | 7 / 10 | 0.07 KM |
| Lowgate Street, Eye, IP23 | £ 295,000 | BUY | 6 / 10 | 0.08 KM |
Nearby Properties
| Address | Price | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| 41 Lowgate Street | £ 238,000 | 0.01 KM |
| 19 Lowgate Street | £ 335,000 | 0.01 KM |
| 37 Lowgate Street | £ 120,000 | 0.01 KM |
| 5 Lowgate Street | £ 195,000 | 0.01 KM |
| 2 Lowgate Street | £ 425,000 | 0.01 KM |