Barkby Thorpe Lane, Thurmaston
By Kal Sangra Shonki Brothers
£ 495,000
Reviews
3 out of 5 stars
Kal Sangra Shonki Brothers says ..
A fully renovated and modernised three bedroom, detached bungalow, boasting ample natural light, in a sought-after location. The property briefly comprises; an entrance hall with access to all rooms, large living room with an electric fireplace and doors leading out to the side of the property, a...
Property Oracle says ..
This three-bedroom property in Thurmaston, Leicestershire, presents a mixed bag of attributes. The property’s location is a definite positive, with good schools and transport links close by, offering convenience for families. The recently renovated kitchen and bathrooms are modern and well-equipped; however, several aspects indicate the property’s condition isn’t perfect. The interior photographs reveal unfinished flooring and various areas still needing decorating, suggesting the property is not move-in ready despite apparent updates. The garden requires considerable work.
The property benefits from a sizeable rear garden and the inclusion of what appears to be a functional outbuilding or workshop. This could be a great feature for those who want additional storage or workspace. However, the garden itself is largely overgrown and in need of landscaping. This may be a point of concern for buyers.
The listed price of £495,000 needs careful consideration. While the renovation work justifies some cost premium, comparable properties in the area generally sell at lower prices, even if they don’t match this level of renovation. The lack of square footage detail for nearby listings is unfortunate for a precise comparison, but it’s likely this price is higher than the average for the area, given the comparable house prices provided.
In summary, this property presents an opportunity for someone willing to undertake further work and pay above the average prices in this area. The location and aspects of the renovated areas are strong advantages. However, the high price, incomplete condition, and the required garden work are key considerations that buyers must carefully weigh.
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
- 6
- Condition
- 7
- Location
- 7
- Land
- 4
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Bathrooms
- 2
- Sqft (est)
- 1,578.74
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Metrics Year-on-Year
- Average area value
- 607,500.00 £Increased by 4.15 %
- Est sale value
- 1,427,180.96 £Increased by 164.33 %
- Average area rental value
- 1,328.00 £/moDecreased by 13.15 %
- Est letting value
- 1,578.74 £/mo
- Est rental Yield
- 2.62 %Decreased by 16.83 %
- Crime Rate
- 38.00 %Unchanged by 0.00 %
Agent Activity
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Nearby Schools
| Name | Type | Ofsted | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bishop Ellis Catholic Primary School, Thurmaston | Voluntary Aided School | Good | 0.08 KM |
| The Roundhill Academy | Academy Converter | Good | 0.49 KM |
| Thurmaston Sure Start Children'S Centre | Children's Centre | 0.52 KM | |
| Eastfield Primary School | Academy Converter | 0.63 KM | |
| Church Hill Infant School | Academy Converter | Good | 0.86 KM |
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Nearby Streets
| Name | Average Price | Average Sqft | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alexandra Close | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| The Meadway | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Canal Street | £ 240,000 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Patterdale Road | £ 0 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
| Appleby Road | £ 260,000 | 0 | 0.00 KM |
Nearby Transport
| Name | NLC | TLC | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Syston | 1900 | SYS | 1.39 KM |
| Sileby | 1902 | SIL | 5.77 KM |
| Leicester | 1947 | LEI | 7.06 KM |
| Barrow-Upon-Soar | 1903 | BWS | 9.51 KM |
Nearby Listings
| Address | Price | Type | Score | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barkby Thorpe Lane, Thurmaston | £ 495,000 | BUY | 6 / 10 | 0.00 KM |
| 278 Checkland Road, Thurmaston, Leicester, Leicestershire | £ 135,000 | BUY | 6 / 10 | 0.20 KM |
| Checkland Road, Thurmaston, LE4 | £ 130,000 | BUY | Unknown | 0.21 KM |
| Charnwood Avenue, Thurmaston, Leicester, LE4 | £ 285,000 | BUY | 7 / 10 | 0.24 KM |
| Highway Road, Thurmaston, LE4 | £ 550,000 | BUY | Unknown | 0.24 KM |
Nearby Properties
| Address | Price | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| 48 Barkby Thorpe Lane | £ 177,500 | 0.01 KM |
| 42 Barkby Thorpe Lane | £ 312,500 | 0.17 KM |
| 291 Checkland Road | £ 150,000 | 0.19 KM |
| 80 Charnwood Avenue | £ 115,000 | 0.25 KM |
| 52 Charnwood Avenue | £ 137,500 | 0.25 KM |