1 bedroom flat for sale in Bengeo Meadows, Bengeo, SG14

Bedrooms
1
Bathrooms
1
Parking
allocated
Internal Sqft
388
Guide Price
£200,000
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1 - 1 bedroom flats in SG14 between £190,000 and £200,000

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over valued

Price Analysis

This property is over valued

This property is
over valued
Estimated market value is between
£185,000 - £198,000
Current price£200,000
£185,000Lower band valuation
£198,000Higher band valuation
This property, listed at £200,000, presents a mixed profile. Its key strengths are an excellent location, desirable allocated parking, and access to communal gardens with open countryside views. The energy efficiency is also good, and the prospect of nil ground rent and service charges is financially attractive. However, these positives are weighed against a relatively compact internal size and a level of modernization that is below average for this market segment. Critically, the leasehold tenure presents significant concerns: the lease length is comparatively short, and the property scores very poorly on its overall leasehold rating. These lease-related issues can substantially affect future value, mortgageability, and may lead to future costs. The council tax band C is also less favorable than the more common band B. Given these factors, particularly the lease concerns coupled with size and modernization, the asking price appears optimistic.
The property is on average £2,728 more expensive than similar properties in the area
Here's how this property compares to others in the market for price
This property: £200,000 Price
£190,000
Lowest
£200,000
Highest

How the ratings work

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Miscellaneous property features
allocated

Parking space

This property has parking

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This property: Allocated Parking
Allocated: 36%
No: 36%
Non allocated: 27%
Modern

Era

This property was built in the modern era

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This property: Modern Era
Modern: 82%
Victorian: 18%
CRating

Energy rating

This property has an energy rating of 70 and a potential energy rating of 89. It currently falls in the C category

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This property: 70 Rating
55
Lowest
77
Highest
CBand

Council tax band

This property has a council tax band of C

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This property: c Council tax band
C
Lowest
B
Highest
388sqft

Size of interior

This property has 388 sqft of living space

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This property: 388 sqft
337
Lowest
710
Highest
153Years

Leasehold term

This property has a leasehold term of 153 years

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This property: 153 Years
63
Lowest
999
Highest
1Bathrooms

Number of bathrooms

This property has 1 bathrooms

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This property: 1 Bathrooms
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1Bedrooms

Number of bedrooms

This property has 1 bedrooms

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This property: 1 Bedrooms
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Leasehold

Tenure

This property is leasehold

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This property: Leasehold Tenure
Leasehold: 100%
8.5/10

Location

This property boasts excellent access to natural green spaces like Bengeo Meadows and the River Beane, offering scenic views and walking trails. It is situated in a tranquil residential area with low traffic noise, a desirable feature compared to busier town centre locations in the market. However, its proximity to the river and meadowland introduces a potential flood risk, a consideration shared by at least one other riverside property.

Nearest Schools and Universities

NameType
Bengeo Primary Schoolschool

Nearest Grocery Stores and Shopping

NameType
Co-op Foodsupermarket

Nearest Entertainment and Dining

NameType
The Greyhoundpub
The White Lionpub
Bengeo Working Men's Clubpub

Nearest Religious Venues

NameType
Holy Trinity Bengeoplace of worship
Saint Leonard's Churchplace of worship

Miscellaneous Nearby Places

NameType
Bengeo Post Officepost office

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Environmental Factors

The property is located in an area immediately adjacent to Bengeo Meadows and the River Beane, offering exceptional access to extensive natural green spaces, picturesque walking trails, and likely scenic water views. This is a significant environmental advantage.
Situated within a generally tranquil residential area, likely set back from major arterial roads, contributing to a peaceful environment with low levels of traffic noise and disturbance.
Due to its close proximity to the River Beane and extensive meadowland (which can act as a floodplain), there is a potential for increased flood risk in the general vicinity. A specific flood risk assessment for the property itself would be essential.
Here's how this property compares to others in the market for location score
This property: 9.7 / 10 Location score
6
Lowest
10
Highest
3.7/10

Modernization

The property's kitchen and bathroom are dated, which, while not unusual for this market, means it lags behind more updated homes. It benefits from laminate flooring and double-glazed windows, features common in the area. However, the general decor is also tired, suggesting that overall modernization is needed to enhance its appeal compared to more contemporary local properties.

General notes

Property features UPVC double glazed windows.
Laminate flooring present in living room and bedroom.
Some general decor elements, like wallpaper borders, appear dated.
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This property: 3.7 / 10 general modernization score
2.5
Lowest
8.4
Highest

General notes

Appliance spaces in kitchen suggest an older configuration.
Kitchen units, worktops, and general layout appear dated.
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Here's how this property compares to others in the market for kitchen modernization score
This property: 3 / 10 kitchen modernization score
2.5
Lowest
8.5
Highest

General notes

Older style electric shower unit in bathroom.
Bathroom suite, tiling, and wooden bath panel are dated.
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This property: 3.5 / 10 bathroom modernization score
2
Lowest
9
Highest
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