Watergate, Methley, Leeds, West Yorkshire
By Manning Stainton
£ 170,000
Reviews
2 out of 5 stars
Manning Stainton says ..
Offered for sale with No Chain Involved and in need of modernisation is this quaint two bedroom cottage which offers views over fields to the rear, this property would make an ideal purchase for the first time buyer/downsizer.
Property Oracle says ..
This two-bedroom terraced cottage in Methley, Leeds, presents a mixed bag of opportunities and challenges. Located in a desirable village setting, it benefits from a relatively peaceful environment and proximity to several primary schools. Train stations are within a reasonable driving distance, providing links to other areas. However, the property is in need of significant modernisation. The images reveal dated interiors, requiring substantial renovation to improve the overall condition and appeal. The kitchen and bathroom appear particularly outdated. The exterior is typical of the area, and while there is a small paved yard, a larger garden is absent. The list price of £170,000 sits within the range of other similar properties in the area, but the extensive renovation needed should be factored into any potential buyer’s assessment. Potential buyers should carefully weigh the costs of renovation against the desirability of the location and the potential for increased value after modernisation. The lack of precise square footage data for comparable properties makes a definitive price-per-square-foot comparison impossible. Overall, this property offers potential but requires significant investment of time and money.
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
- 3
- Bedrooms
- 2
- Bathrooms
- 1
- Sqft (est)
- 740.00
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Metrics Year-on-Year
- Average area value
- 488,600.00 £Decreased by 6.01 %
- Est sale value
- 465,460.00 £Increased by 9.01 %
- Average area rental value
- 1,814.00 £/moIncreased by 6.02 %
- Est letting value
- 1,480.00 £/moIncreased by 100.00 %
- Est rental Yield
- 4.46 %Increased by 12.91 %
- Crime Rate
- 39.00 %Unchanged by 0.00 %
Agent Activity
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Nearby Schools
| Name | Type | Ofsted | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Methley Primary School | Academy Sponsor Led | 1.37 KM | |
| Normanton Common Primary Academy | Academy Converter | Good | 2.68 KM |
| Castleford Three Lane Ends Academy | Academy Converter | Requires improvement | 3.34 KM |
| Great Preston Vc Cofe Primary School | Voluntary Controlled School | Good | 3.50 KM |
| Villages East Children'S Centre | Children's Centre | 3.50 KM |
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Nearby Streets
| Name | Average Price | Average Sqft | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Church Side | £ 605,000 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| The Orchards | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Mulberry Gardens | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Cardinal Grove | £ 252,500 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Church Grove | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
Nearby Transport
| Name | NLC | TLC | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Normanton | 8528 | NOR | 3.89 KM |
| Woodlesford | 8578 | WDS | 5.11 KM |
| Castleford | 8359 | CFD | 5.62 KM |
| Streethouse | 8543 | SHC | 6.06 KM |
| Glasshoughton | 8360 | GLH | 7.37 KM |
Nearby Listings
| Address | Price | Type | Score | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Watergate, Methley, Leeds, West Yorkshire | £ 170,000 | BUY | 5 / 10 | 0.00 KM |
| Watergate, Methley, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS26 | £ 180,000 | BUY | 5 / 10 | 0.01 KM |
| Embleton Road, Methley, Leeds, West Yorkshire | £ 300,000 | BUY | 7 / 10 | 0.13 KM |
| Pinders Green Drive, Leeds, LS26 9 | £ 290,000 | BUY | 6 / 10 | 0.17 KM |
| Pinders Green Court, Methley, Leeds | £ 225,000 | BUY | 7 / 10 | 0.18 KM |
Nearby Properties
| Address | Price | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| 20 Watergate | £ 103,500 | 0.01 KM |
| 10 Watergate | £ 320,000 | 0.01 KM |
| 27 Watergate | £ 133,000 | 0.07 KM |
| 23 Watergate | £ 139,000 | 0.07 KM |
| 19 Watergate | £ 210,000 | 0.07 KM |