Downs Road, Luton, Bedfordshire, LU1
By Taylors Estate Agents
£ 160,000
Reviews
2 out of 5 stars
Taylors Estate Agents says ..
CHAIN FREE Two bedroom first floor apartment now available within walking distance of the Town Centre. The property boasts a lease with over 900 years remaining. A good size apartment with two double bedrooms. The property briefly comprises entrance hall, large lounge/diner...
Property Oracle says ..
This two-bedroom apartment in Luton, situated on Downs Road, presents a mixed bag of advantages and disadvantages. The property’s location is its strongest asset, with proximity to Luton town centre, train station, and several schools. This makes it attractive for both owner-occupiers and investors, particularly those seeking convenience.
However, the provided photographs reveal that the property is in need of some modernisation. The kitchen and bathroom in particular appear dated and could benefit from significant renovation. While this may represent an opportunity for buyers to personalize the space, it also adds to the upfront costs associated with the purchase.
The absence of any outdoor space, such as a garden or balcony is a notable drawback. In the UK housing market, gardens are a highly sought-after feature, especially for families. This absence is likely to reduce the appeal to a segment of potential buyers.
The lack of sufficient data on the property’s square footage and plot size prevents a definitive conclusion about value per square foot, which would allow for a more refined appraisal. Though, based on the given price of nearby properties, the listed price of £160,000 is within a reasonable range. The final price will likely depend on negotiations and the buyer’s willingness to invest in renovations.
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
- 0
- Sqft (est)
- 585.56
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Metrics Year-on-Year
- Average area value
- 279,877.00 £Decreased by 1.23 %
- Est sale value
- 214,900.52 £Increased by 21.12 %
- Average area rental value
- 1,053.00 £/moDecreased by 7.39 %
- Est letting value
- 585.56 £/moUnchanged by 0.00 %
- Est rental Yield
- 4.51 %Decreased by 6.43 %
- Crime Rate
- 4.00 %Unchanged by 0.00 %
Agent Activity
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Nearby Schools
| Name | Type | Ofsted | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dallow Primary School | Academy Sponsor Led | Good | 0.33 KM |
| Flying Start West Children'S Centre | Children's Centre | 0.33 KM | |
| Rothesay Nursery & Children'S Centre | Children's Centre Linked Site | 0.62 KM | |
| Rothesay Nursery School | Local Authority Nursery School | Good | 0.65 KM |
| Farley Junior Academy | Academy Converter | 0.66 KM |
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Nearby Streets
| Name | Average Price | Average Sqft | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heath Close | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Western Road | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Beech Path | £ 245,000 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Rowan Close | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Buxton Road | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
Nearby Transport
| Name | NLC | TLC | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Luton | 1536 | LUT | 1.78 KM |
| Luton Airport Parkway | 3645 | LTN | 3.80 KM |
| Leagrave | 1534 | LEA | 4.35 KM |
Nearby Listings
| Address | Price | Type | Score | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Downs Road, Luton, Bedfordshire, LU1 | £ 160,000 | BUY | 5 / 10 | 0.00 KM |
| Flat 11 Hilltop Court, Downs Road, Luton, Bedfordshire, LU1 1QE | £ 65,000 | BUY | 4 / 10 | 0.08 KM |
| Ashburnham Road, Luton | £ 425,000 | BUY | 5 / 10 | 0.08 KM |
| Flat 2, 65, Ashburnham Road, Bedfordshire, LU1 1JN | £ 35,000 | BUY | 5 / 10 | 0.09 KM |
| Flat 1, 65, Ashburnham Road, London, LU1 1JN | £ 30,000 | BUY | 4 / 10 | 0.09 KM |
Nearby Properties
| Address | Price | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| 75 Ashburnham Road | £ 335,000 | 0.08 KM |
| 31 Ashburnham Road | £ 186,500 | 0.08 KM |
| 3 Ashburnham Road | £ 350,000 | 0.09 KM |
| 39 Ashburnham Road | £ 184,000 | 0.09 KM |
| 15a Ashburnham Road | £ 108,000 | 0.09 KM |