Lovibonds Avenue, Orpington, Kent
By Alan de Maid
£ 1,200,000
Reviews
3 out of 5 stars
Alan de Maid says ..
Lovibond’s Avenue is a much sought after road, less than half a mile from Darrick Wood senior and junior schools. It sits close to popular green spaces including Tugmutton Common and is in a convenient position for local shops and restaurants in Locksbottom and offering good transport links...
Property Oracle says ..
This three-bedroom, two-bathroom property located on Lovibonds Avenue in Orpington, Kent presents a mixed bag of advantages and considerations for potential buyers. The location is a key strength. Lovibonds Avenue enjoys a highly desirable reputation, being close to well-regarded schools such as Darrick Wood and Newstead Wood, making it particularly appealing to families. The proximity to green spaces and local shops also adds to the appeal. The property itself offers good living space, spread over two floors. The interior reveals some stylishly renovated bathrooms and updated interiors, showcasing a modern and well-presented living area, dining space, and bedrooms. However, the images reveal an unfinished extension to the rear, which could influence the perspective of a buyer. This is significant because it will require more funding to complete and could affect the final overall valuation of the property. The kitchen, while functional, may also be considered dated compared to some other areas of the property and could benefit from modernisation, though it is very clean and in excellent order. The property also features a substantial garden, a significant plus point in a location that likely commands a premium for this type of feature. The listed price seems reasonable considering comparable properties in the immediate area; however, the incomplete extension is a notable factor influencing this assessment. Overall, this property presents a great opportunity for someone seeking a family home in a prime location, but would benefit from some further work and financial commitment. Prospective buyers should carefully consider both the costs and benefits of completing the extension and any other desired renovations before making an offer.
Therefore, we give this property 7 / 10. *Disclaimer: This is our option and does constitute a recommendation or financial advice. Do your own research. *
- Price
- 7
- Condition
- 7
- Location
- 9
- Land
- 6
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Bathrooms
- 2
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Metrics Year-on-Year
- Average area value
- 545,556.00 £Decreased by 23.92 %
- Average area rental value
- 2,071.00 £/moDecreased by 19.45 %
- Est rental Yield
- 4.56 %Increased by 6.05 %
- Crime Rate
- 13.00 %Unchanged by 0.00 %
Agent Activity
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Nearby Schools
| Name | Type | Ofsted | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Darrick Wood Infant & Nursery School | Academy Converter | 0.55 KM | |
| Darrick Wood School | Academy Converter | Good | 0.55 KM |
| Darrick Wood Junior School | Academy Converter | Good | 0.55 KM |
| Newstead Wood School | Academy Converter | Outstanding | 0.75 KM |
| Tubbenden Primary School | Academy Converter | Good | 1.37 KM |
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Nearby Streets
| Name | Average Price | Average Sqft | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilkington Road | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Sloane Gardens | £ 750,000 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Highwood Close | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Woodview Close | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| La Tourne Gardens | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
Nearby Transport
| Name | NLC | TLC | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petts Wood | 5123 | PET | 2.31 KM |
| Orpington | 5122 | ORP | 2.44 KM |
| Chislehurst | 5099 | CIT | 4.21 KM |
| Bickley | 5063 | BKL | 4.24 KM |
| Chelsfield | 5098 | CLD | 4.82 KM |
Nearby Listings
| Address | Price | Type | Score | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lovibonds Avenue, Orpington, Kent, BR6 | £ 825,000 | BUY | 7 / 10 | 0.03 KM |
| Pondfield Road, Orpington | £ 800,000 | BUY | 6 / 10 | 0.07 KM |
| Lovibonds Avenue, Orpington, BR6 8EP | £ 1,300,000 | BUY | 6 / 10 | 0.10 KM |
| Lovibonds Avenue, Orpington, Kent, BR6 | £ 500,000 | BUY | Unknown | 0.12 KM |
| Pondfield Road, Orpington, Kent, BR6 8HJ | £ 975,000 | BUY | 7 / 10 | 0.14 KM |
Nearby Properties
| Address | Price | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| 77 Lovibonds Avenue | £ 550,000 | 0.10 KM |
| 79 Lovibonds Avenue | £ 730,000 | 0.10 KM |
| 75 Lovibonds Avenue | £ 1,410,000 | 0.10 KM |
| 111 Lovibonds Avenue | £ 705,000 | 0.10 KM |
| 125 Lovibonds Avenue | £ 785,000 | 0.10 KM |