haart says ..
Dreaming of a hassle-free move? This charming two-bedroom detached bungalow, nestled on the desirable south side of Colchester, is ready and waiting with no onward chain!
Property Oracle says ..
This two-bedroom detached bungalow on Old Heath Road, Colchester, presents an opportunity for first-time buyers or investors seeking a property in a convenient location. The property’s proximity to Old Heath Community Primary School (rated ‘Good’ by Ofsted) and its reasonable distance from Hythe train station add to its appeal. The property offers a garden, although modest in size, and what appears to be sufficient off-street parking. The interior, as shown in the photos, presents a mix of well maintained but dated features. The kitchen and bathroom could benefit from an upgrade and some redecorating could make the property feel more modern. While the current condition is adequate, potential buyers should budget for future renovations and maintenance work to ensure long term value. The pricing strategy appears to be competitive, given the overall market, however a lack of detailed comparison data makes providing specific price per sqft commentary impossible. Buyers should conduct a thorough survey before purchasing to ensure that any hidden issues are uncovered.
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
- 4
- Bedrooms
- 2
- Bathrooms
- 1
- Sqft (est)
- 720.00
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Metrics Year-on-Year
- Average area value
- 368,182.00 £Increased by 25.42 %
- Est sale value
- 239,040.00 £Increased by 4.40 %
- Average area rental value
- 1,228.00 £/moIncreased by 19.57 %
- Est letting value
- 720.00 £/moUnchanged by 0.00 %
- Est rental Yield
- 4.00 %Decreased by 4.76 %
- Crime Rate
- 4.00 %Unchanged by 0.00 %
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Nearby Schools
| Name | Type | Ofsted | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Old Heath Community Primary School | Community School | Good | 0.13 KM |
| Kendall Church Of England Primary School | Voluntary Controlled School | Good | 0.96 KM |
| University Of Essex | Higher Education Institutions | Good | 2.06 KM |
| Unity Primary Academy | Academy Sponsor Led | Good | 2.12 KM |
| St. George'S School | Community School | Good | 2.18 KM |
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Nearby Streets
| Name | Average Price | Average Sqft | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grange Farm Park | £ 199,995 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Wick Road | £ 240,000 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| King Edward Quay | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Love Hill Walk | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Phoenix Court | £ 160,000 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
Nearby Transport
| Name | NLC | TLC | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hythe (Essex) | 6851 | HYH | 1.63 KM |
| Colchester Town | 6853 | CET | 2.94 KM |
| Wivenhoe | 6860 | WIV | 3.67 KM |
| Colchester | 6861 | COL | 4.98 KM |
| Alresford (Essex) | 6847 | ALR | 8.09 KM |
Nearby Listings
| Address | Price | Type | Score | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Old Heath Road, Colchester | £ 375,000 | BUY | 6 / 10 | 0.12 KM |
| Old Heath Road, Colchester | £ 285,000 | BUY | 6 / 10 | 0.12 KM |
| Old Heath Road, Colchester, CO2 | £ 475,000 | BUY | 7 / 10 | 0.13 KM |
| Old Heath Road, Colchester | £ 315,000 | BUY | 5 / 10 | 0.14 KM |
| Cottage Drive, Colchester, CO2 | £ 350,000 | BUY | Unknown | 0.14 KM |
Nearby Properties
| Address | Price | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| 370 Old Heath Road | £ 350,000 | 0.12 KM |
| 362a Old Heath Road | £ 190,000 | 0.12 KM |
| 358 Old Heath Road | £ 240,000 | 0.12 KM |
| 352 Old Heath Road | £ 400,000 | 0.12 KM |
| 356 Old Heath Road | £ 160,000 | 0.12 KM |