West Drive Gardens, Soham, Ely
By Morris Armitage
£ 180,000
Reviews
2 out of 5 stars
Morris Armitage says ..
A spacious and rather deceptive ground floor apartment set within this well served village and offering outstanding value for money. Boasting accommodation to include an entrance hall, generous size living room, kitchen, two double bedrooms, box room/storage facilities, shower room and s...
Property Oracle says ..
This two-bedroom apartment in Soham, Cambridgeshire, presents a mixed bag. Located on West Drive Gardens, it benefits from proximity to several schools, some with ‘Good’ Ofsted ratings, adding to its family appeal. The nearby town of Ely provides more comprehensive amenities, though a commute would be necessary. The apartment itself offers a reasonable living space, although the provided photographs indicate a need for refurbishment. The interiors feature outdated décor including flooring and wallpaper. The kitchen and bathroom appear functional but would benefit from an upgrade. A small private garden offers a touch of outdoor space.
The listed price of £180,000 requires further investigation in relation to price per sqft. Similar nearby apartments are listed at similar price points, suggesting the pricing isn’t wildly off market value. However, potential buyers should factor in the cost of renovations and modernization. Overall, this apartment represents an opportunity for someone who’s prepared to undertake some improvements to create a comfortable, updated home in a convenient location. Those seeking a move-in-ready property might want to look elsewhere, although some buyers could see the opportunity to add value as an attractive proposition.
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
- 6
- Land
- 3
- Bedrooms
- 2
- Bathrooms
- 1
- Sqft (est)
- 847.44
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Metrics Year-on-Year
- Average area value
- 395,833.00 £Increased by 29.52 %
- Est sale value
- 442,363.68 £Increased by 1,238.46 %
- Average area rental value
- 1,988.00 £/moIncreased by 60.06 %
- Est letting value
- 1,694.88 £/mo
- Est rental Yield
- 6.03 %Increased by 23.57 %
- Crime Rate
- 37.00 %Unchanged by 0.00 %
Agent Activity
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Nearby Schools
| Name | Type | Ofsted | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Soham Child And Family Zone | Children's Centre | 0.51 KM | |
| The Weatheralls Primary School | Academy Sponsor Led | Requires improvement | 0.83 KM |
| Soham Village College | Academy Converter | Good | 1.19 KM |
| St Andrew'S Cofe Primary School | Academy Converter | Good | 1.32 KM |
| The Shade Primary School | Academy Sponsor Led | Good | 1.62 KM |
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Nearby Streets
| Name | Average Price | Average Sqft | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Station Road | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Pratt Street | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Bell Gardens | £ 350,000 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| The Birches | £ 435,000 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| College Close | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
Nearby Transport
| Name | NLC | TLC | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ely | 7068 | ELY | 9.34 KM |
Nearby Listings
| Address | Price | Type | Score | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| West Drive Gardens, Soham | £ 239,950 | BUY | 7 / 10 | 0.04 KM |
| West Drive Gardens, Soham, Ely, Cambridgeshire, CB7 | £ 199,950 | BUY | 5 / 10 | 0.05 KM |
| West Drive Gardens, Soham, Ely | £ 230,000 | BUY | 7 / 10 | 0.05 KM |
| West Drive Gardens, Soham | £ 220,000 | BUY | 6 / 10 | 0.05 KM |
| West Drive Gardens, Soham, Ely | £ 170,000 | BUY | Unknown | 0.12 KM |
Nearby Properties
| Address | Price | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| 35 West Drive Gardens | £ 99,950 | 0.05 KM |
| 22 West Drive Gardens | £ 195,000 | 0.05 KM |
| 29 West Drive Gardens | £ 175,000 | 0.05 KM |
| 49 West Drive Gardens | £ 225,000 | 0.05 KM |
| 33 West Drive Gardens | £ 130,000 | 0.05 KM |