Cowling & Payne says ..
** GUIDE PRICE £310,000 - £330,000 ** This two bedroom semi-detached house, offers a unique opportunity for first-time buyers who are ready to imprint their own style on their first home. Despite needing some modernisation, the property provides a solid base for any home improvement enthusiast, w...
Property Oracle says ..
This two-bedroom property in Wickford, Essex, presents a mixed bag. Located in the Wickford Park area, it benefits from proximity to several well-regarded schools, including Oakfield Primary School, rated ‘Good’ by Ofsted. Wickford station offers good rail connections, making it an attractive location for commuters. The property boasts off-street parking and access to a garage, which is a significant advantage in this area. The property also has a garden, although the exact size remains unspecified.
However, the property’s condition appears to be average. While the images don’t depict major issues, there are several areas that would likely benefit from modernizing, updating, or a deep cleaning. The bathroom and kitchen seem dated, and some rooms show signs of wear and tear, suggesting the need for maintenance and potential upgrades.
The listing price of £310,000 requires further examination. Nearby properties on Rose Close show significant price variation (£99,995 to £281,000), making direct comparison difficult. While nearby streets provide a range of average property prices, the lack of consistent sqft information from nearby comparable listings makes determining true value per sqft challenging. However, considering the property’s size, location and amenities, the asking price does not seem overly unreasonable initially. A thorough in-person viewing and further investigation into the property’s specifics would be necessary for a more informed valuation.
Therefore, we give this property 6 / 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
- 4
- Bedrooms
- 2
- Bathrooms
- 1
- Sqft (est)
- 636.00
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Metrics Year-on-Year
- Average area value
- 322,500.00 £Decreased by 13.80 %
- Est sale value
- 213,060.00 £Decreased by 16.25 %
- Average area rental value
- 4,017.00 £/moIncreased by 227.65 %
- Est letting value
- 2,544.00 £/moIncreased by 300.00 %
- Est rental Yield
- 14.95 %Increased by 280.41 %
- Crime Rate
- 8.00 %Unchanged by 0.00 %
Agent Activity
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Nearby Schools
| Name | Type | Ofsted | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oakfield Primary School | Community School | Good | 0.43 KM |
| Abacus Primary School | Community School | Good | 0.76 KM |
| North Crescent Primary School | Academy Sponsor Led | 1.34 KM | |
| The Wickford Church Of England School | Academy Converter | Outstanding | 1.67 KM |
| Wickford Primary School | Community School | Good | 2.00 KM |
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Nearby Streets
| Name | Average Price | Average Sqft | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Johnson Close | £ 525,000 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Fieldway | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Park Close | £ 385,000 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Radwinter Avenue | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Kershaws Close | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
Nearby Transport
| Name | NLC | TLC | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wickford | 6891 | WIC | 2.02 KM |
| Battlesbridge | 6870 | BLB | 4.90 KM |
| Pitsea | 7452 | PSE | 5.04 KM |
| Benfleet | 7439 | BEF | 7.18 KM |
| Rayleigh | 6884 | RLG | 7.94 KM |
Nearby Listings
| Address | Price | Type | Score | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rose Close, Wickford, SS12 | £ 300,000 | BUY | 7 / 10 | 0.00 KM |
| Rose Close, Wickford, Essex | £ 215,000 | BUY | 7 / 10 | 0.01 KM |
| Rose Close, Wickford, Essex | £ 325,000 | BUY | 6 / 10 | 0.01 KM |
| Robertson Drive, Wickford, Essex, SS12 9QH | £ 650,000 | BUY | 7 / 10 | 0.11 KM |
| Caladonia Lane, Wickford, Essex | £ 550,000 | BUY | 7 / 10 | 0.18 KM |
Nearby Properties
| Address | Price | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Rose Close | £ 178,000 | 0.01 KM |
| 8 Rose Close | £ 239,995 | 0.01 KM |
| 7 Rose Close | £ 167,000 | 0.01 KM |
| 9 Rose Close | £ 281,000 | 0.01 KM |
| 3 Rose Close | £ 99,995 | 0.01 KM |