Bittern Close, Hemel Hempstead
MI

Bittern Close, Hemel Hempstead

By Michael Anthony

£ 240,000

Reviews

2 out of 5 stars

Michael Anthony says ..

An outstanding opportunity to acquire this top floor flat located in this highly sought after location backing onto the Grand Union canal and within walking distance to Apsley station. Comprising a dual aspect lounge, fitted kitchen, modern bathroom and two bedrooms. This ideal first time or inve...

Property Oracle says ..

This two-bedroom apartment in Hemel Hempstead, located on Bittern Close, presents a mixed bag. Its key strength lies in its location, with Apsley train station within easy reach. This offers commuters excellent access to London Euston. The proximity to the Grand Union Canal provides scenic walks and recreational opportunities. Additionally, good primary schools are nearby, enhancing the property’s appeal to families.

However, the property’s condition requires consideration. While habitable, the kitchen appears dated and would likely benefit from modernisation. The provided photographs also suggest some areas could benefit from a refresh to bring them to a more modern and appealing standard. The lack of any private outdoor space, with only communal grounds available, should be noted as a significant drawback for many potential buyers.

The price point sits within the market range for similar properties in the area. However, the lack of private garden may affect its perceived value compared to those with equivalent features. Potential buyers should weigh the convenience of the location, proximity to amenities and schools, and the required upgrades against the price and lack of private garden space before making a decision. Overall, it is a property that presents good value for money, though not exceptional in comparison to comparable properties within the local area.

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
6
Location
7
Land
2
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
1
Sqft (est)
545.73

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Metrics Year-on-Year

Average area value
680,000.00 £
Increased by 65.56 %
from 410,726.00 £
Est sale value
680,525.31 £
Increased by 168.17 %
from 253,764.45 £
Average area rental value
1,729.00 £/mo
Decreased by 15.66 %
from 2,050.00 £/mo
Est letting value
1,637.19 £/mo
Increased by 50.00 %
from 1,091.46 £/mo
Est rental Yield
3.05 %
Decreased by 49.08 %
from 5.99 %
Crime Rate
11.00 %
Unchanged by 0.00 %
from 11.00 %

Agent Activity

  • Michael Anthony marked this listing as sold.

  • Michael Anthony created the listing.

Nearby Schools

NameTypeOfstedDistance
Nash Mills Church Of England Primary SchoolVoluntary Aided SchoolGood0.45 KM
Belswains Primary SchoolCommunity SchoolGood0.82 KM
Two Waters Primary SchoolCommunity SchoolOutstanding1.48 KM
D10 Three Villages Family CentreChildren's Centre1.57 KM
Lime Walk Primary SchoolCommunity SchoolGood1.57 KM

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Nearby Streets

NameAverage PriceAverage SqftDistance
Heron Close £ 000.00 KM
Pinecroft £ 000.00 KM
Oliver Close £ 000.00 KM
Oak Close £ 000.00 KM
Red Lion Lane £ 000.00 KM

Nearby Transport

NameNLCTLCDistance
Apsley1430APS0.53 KM
Kings Langley1392KGL3.59 KM
Hemel Hempstead1391HML3.78 KM
Watford North1403WFN9.80 KM
Garston (Hertfordshire)1559GSN9.84 KM

Nearby Listings

AddressPriceTypeScoreDistance
Riverside Bittern Close, Hemel Hempstead, HP3 £ 275,000BUY7 / 100.01 KM
Bittern Close, Hemel Hempstead, HP3 £ 275,000BUY6 / 100.03 KM
Stephenson Wharf, Hemel Hempstead £ 225,000BUY6 / 100.09 KM
Stephenson Wharf, Hemel Hempstead £ 90,000BUY6 / 100.09 KM
Stephenson Wharf, Apsley Lock, HP3 £ 250,000BUY6 / 100.11 KM

Nearby Properties

AddressPriceDistance
2 Bittern Close £ 420,0000.03 KM
5 Bittern Close £ 372,5000.03 KM
8 Bittern Close £ 480,0000.03 KM
3 Bittern Close £ 480,0000.04 KM
7 Bittern Close £ 490,0080.04 KM