Fornham St. Martin, Bury St. Edmunds, Suffolk.
By David Burr Estate Agents
£ 395,000
Reviews
3 out of 5 stars
David Burr Estate Agents says ..
This charming period cottage retains much of its original character (exposed beams, fireplaces, wood floors, etc) yet offers well-proportioned, versatile accommodation that is further complemented by a garage and low-maintenance garden. NO ONWARD CHAIN.
Property Oracle says ..
The property is located in Fornham St. Martin, a village near Bury St Edmunds in Suffolk. The area benefits from being relatively close to Bury St Edmunds, providing access to a wider range of amenities and transport links. The proximity to Tollgate Primary School and St Benedict’s Catholic School, both rated ‘Good’ by Ofsted, is a positive for families. However, Bury St Edmunds County Upper School’s ‘Serious Weaknesses’ rating should be considered a potential negative. The 1.89km distance to Bury St Edmunds train station, operated by Greater Anglia, offers a reasonable commute option. The property itself appears to be in generally good condition based on the provided photos. While some minor cosmetic updates might enhance its appeal, there are no apparent major structural issues. The presence of a garden is confirmed by the external photos, adding to the property’s desirability. Considering the property’s size (1040 sqft), condition, and the presence of a garden, the list price of £395,000 seems slightly higher than the average price per sqft (£278) in the area suggests. However, the higher-than-average price is somewhat justified by the property’s apparent good condition and the inclusion of a garden, which is a desirable feature in the UK housing market. Nearby comparable properties, while lacking detailed sqft information, support the pricing in the higher end of the market.
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
- 6
- Condition
- 8
- Location
- 7
- Land
- 7
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Bathrooms
- 2
- Sqft (est)
- 1,040.00
- Lot (est)
- 1,384.00
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Metrics Year-on-Year
- Average area value
- 223,188.00 £Decreased by 13.36 %
- Est sale value
- 326,560.00 £Decreased by 2.48 %
- Average area rental value
- 1,283.00 £/moIncreased by 2.15 %
- Est letting value
- 1,040.00 £/moUnchanged by 0.00 %
- Est rental Yield
- 6.90 %Increased by 17.95 %
- Crime Rate
- 10.00 %Unchanged by 0.00 %
Agent Activity
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Nearby Schools
| Name | Type | Ofsted | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tollgate Primary School | Academy Sponsor Led | Good | 1.47 KM |
| St Benedict'S Catholic School | Voluntary Aided School | Good | 1.81 KM |
| Bury St Edmunds County Upper School | Academy Converter | Serious Weaknesses | 1.94 KM |
| Carousel Children'S Centre | Children's Centre | 2.26 KM | |
| The Albany | Academy Alternative Provision Converter | 2.33 KM |
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Nearby Streets
| Name | Average Price | Average Sqft | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Drift | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Oak Close | £ 125,000 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Conway Road | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Norman Road | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Sandy Lane | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
Nearby Transport
| Name | NLC | TLC | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bury St Edmunds | 7008 | BSE | 1.89 KM |
Nearby Listings
| Address | Price | Type | Score | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Street, Fornham St. Martin | £ 545,000 | BUY | 7 / 10 | 0.06 KM |
| The Street, Fornham St Martin | £ 220,000 | BUY | 6 / 10 | 0.10 KM |
| The Drift, Fornham St. Martin | £ 365,000 | BUY | 7 / 10 | 0.35 KM |
| Wentworth Close, Bury St. Edmunds | £ 375,000 | BUY | 7 / 10 | 0.46 KM |
| Culford Road, Fornham St. Martin | £ 400,000 | BUY | 7 / 10 | 0.46 KM |
Nearby Properties
| Address | Price | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Rose Cottage | £ 285,435 | 0.00 KM |
| St Nicholas Cottage | £ 205,000 | 0.00 KM |
| Eleysium Cottage | £ 208,000 | 0.03 KM |
| Christmas Cottage | £ 220,000 | 0.03 KM |
| Oak Rise | £ 775,000 | 0.03 KM |