Heathfield Road, Hitchin, Hertfordshire, SG5
By Ashtons
£ 575,000
Reviews
2 out of 5 stars
Ashtons says ..
This 1930s three-bedroom semi-detached family home is perfectly located within the catchment area for local schools and just a short walk from the town center and mainline station. Offering significant potential for enhancement and extension (subject to planning permissions), this property presen...
Property Oracle says ..
This three-bedroom semi-detached house in Hitchin, Hertfordshire, offers a blend of potential and practicality. Located in the Hitchin Bearton area, the property benefits from its proximity to local schools and the town centre, as well as Hitchin’s mainline train station providing easy access to London. The property’s 1930s architecture is visible from the exterior, and while the interior appears structurally sound, it is noticeably dated. The images show the interior is largely unfurnished and in need of some modernisation. The kitchen, in particular, showcases dated cabinetry and appliances. The bathroom appears functional but also in need of updating. The flooring throughout the property is uneven, a mix of carpeting and dated wooden floors. While the property has an adequate-sized garden with a garage and shed, the photos suggest that landscaping would improve its curb appeal. The property is listed at £575,000. Whilst there is some uncertainty regarding the precise square footage of comparable nearby homes, the list price appears to be fairly aligned with the current market value in Hitchin, considering its size and condition. Potential buyers should budget for modernisation and refurbishment to fully realize the property’s potential. Overall, this property represents an opportunity for those willing to undertake some renovation and make it their own, benefiting from a good location in a desirable town.
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
- 3
- Bathrooms
- 1
- Sqft (est)
- 1,142.05
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Metrics Year-on-Year
- Average area value
- 593,750.00 £Increased by 27.70 %
- Est sale value
- 732,054.05 £Increased by 37.85 %
- Average area rental value
- 1,334.00 £/moDecreased by 3.82 %
- Est letting value
- 1,142.05 £/moUnchanged by 0.00 %
- Est rental Yield
- 2.70 %Decreased by 24.58 %
- Crime Rate
- 3.00 %Unchanged by 0.00 %
Agent Activity
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Nearby Schools
| Name | Type | Ofsted | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nh7 York Road Family Centre | Children's Centre | 0.61 KM | |
| York Road Nursery School | Local Authority Nursery School | Outstanding | 0.70 KM |
| Strathmore Infant And Nursery School | Community School | Good | 0.78 KM |
| Our Lady Catholic Primary School | Academy Converter | Requires improvement | 0.82 KM |
| Hitchin Boys' School | Academy Converter | Outstanding | 1.02 KM |
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Nearby Streets
| Name | Average Price | Average Sqft | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alexandra Road | £ 564,167 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| The Mead | £ 372,500 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| King's Road | £ 482,500 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| College Road | £ 339,700 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Duke's Lane | £ 309,375 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
Nearby Transport
| Name | NLC | TLC | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hitchin | 6086 | HIT | 1.21 KM |
| Letchworth Garden City | 6089 | LET | 5.39 KM |
| Arlesey | 6171 | ARL | 7.55 KM |
| Stevenage | 6092 | SVG | 9.65 KM |
Nearby Listings
| Address | Price | Type | Score | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stormont Road, Hitchin | £ 595,000 | BUY | 7 / 10 | 0.07 KM |
| Heathfield Road, Hitchin | £ 125,000 | BUY | 6 / 10 | 0.13 KM |
| Heathfield Road, Hitchin | £ 200,000 | BUY | Unknown | 0.13 KM |
| Heathfield Road, Hitchin | £ 350,000 | BUY | Unknown | 0.13 KM |
| Strathmore Avenue, Hitchin, SG5 | £ 850,000 | BUY | 7 / 10 | 0.14 KM |
Nearby Properties
| Address | Price | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| 161 Heathfield Road | £ 72,500 | 0.02 KM |
| 167 Heathfield Road | £ 260,000 | 0.02 KM |
| 187 Heathfield Road | £ 230,000 | 0.02 KM |
| 177 Heathfield Road | £ 148,000 | 0.02 KM |
| 181 Heathfield Road | £ 147,000 | 0.02 KM |