3 bed detached house for sale
Beckets Square, Berkhamsted HP4
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Property features
- Detached family home in great location
- Close to Bridgweater school
- Open plan living space
- Driveway to the side of the property
- Southerly facing garden
Property description
A detached family home in a select cul-de-sac position within a stones throw from Bridgewater School and boasting a study, living room with dining area and family room alongside three bedrooms and a spacious family bathroom. Driveway to the side and Southerly facing rear garden.
Ground Floor
The front door opens to the entrance hall where a door to the right hand side opens to a useful cloakroom with wash basin, low level wc and window to the side. From the entrance hall a door opens to the magnificent open plan reception space which is zoned into a dining area, living room and to an extended family room which is flooded with natural light with sliding patio doors to the side, bi-folding doors opening to the rear and two Velux windows to the roof. A door opens to a dedicated study area which is ideally placed overlooking the front of the property. Stairs rise to the first floor with walk in storage cupboard under and a door opens to the dual aspect kitchen which has windows to the front and rear and door opening to the rear garden. The kitchen has been fitted with a range of base and eye level units with work top over and a number of integrated appliances to include dishwasher, double oven with hob and extractor and fridge/ freezer.
First Floor
The landing area has an airing cupboard and doors opening to all three bedrooms. The two bedrooms positioned at the rear of the property have lovely views over the rooftops and towards the valley of Berkhamsted. The third bedroom overlooks the front of the property while the spacious family bathroom is fitted with a four piece suite to include a separate corner shower unit and panelled bath alongside a wc and wash basin.
Outside
To the front of the property there is a raised bed with three oval shaped evergreens and a driveway to the side with a pedestrian gate opening to the rear garden. Directly to the back of the house is a raised timber deck which leads down to the main portion of the garden which is laid to lawn and fully enclosed with fencing.
The Location
Set in the Chiltern Hills, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Berkhamsted is a traditional English town with much of its heritage and charm well preserved; with a medieval castle and Gothic town hall remaining prominent features of the community. The High Street runs parallel with Grand Union Canal and offers shops, restaurants and cafés side-by-side with beautiful river walks, picnic spots and canal-side pubs and bistros. You'll find a variety of shops in the town centre ranging from quaint stores and boutiques to high street brands all catering for your everyday needs and shopping spree desires. A traditional market is set-up along the high street every Wednesday and Saturday selling fruits, vegetables and artisan foods fresh from local farmers and producers.
Wining & Dining
A great choice of eateries can be found throughout the heart of Berkhamsted such as independent pubs and restaurants and popular favourites such as Pizza Express, Giggling Squid, Zaza and The Highwayman there's something for everyone for every occasion! There are a host of wine bars, cocktail bars, champagne bars and traditional public houses to wet your whistle!
Sporting Interests
Sporting and leisure activities are well catered for in the Berkhamsted area with the sports centre circa 1.5 miles from the property which provides swimming pool facilities, sports courts and a gym and fitness studio. Playing fields, recreation grounds and woodlands dotted throughout the town all provide green spaces perfect for sports, walks and socialising. The local cricket and golf clubs offer the chance to start up a new hobby and meet new people whilst enjoying the beautiful Hertfordshire countryside.
Transport Links
Berkhamsted is located on the far west edge of Hertfordshire, with excellent links into London with the M25 just 7.4miles away and links towards Birmingham and Bristol along the M1, M40 and M4. Commuters will benefit from excellent rail services to the heart of London, with regular services direct to London Euston in just 31 minutes.
Agents Information For Buyers
Please be aware, should you wish to make an offer for this property, we will require the following information before we enter negotiations:
1. Completed Confirmation of Offer Form.
2. We will require documentary evidence to support your methods of funding e.g. Bank statements, accountant/solicitor letter, mortgage agreement in principle.
Should your offer be accepted will require from all purchasers:
1. Copies of your Passport as photo identification.
2. Copy of a recent utility bill/photo card driving License as proof of address.
Unfortunately we will not be able to progress any proposed purchase until we are in receipt of this information.
Property info
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Property value data/graphs for HP4
Property type | Avg. current value | Avg. £ per sq ft. | Avg. # beds | Avg. £ paid (last 12m) |
---|---|---|---|---|
Detached | £1,152,260 | £490 | 4.2 | £1,160,416 |
Semi-detached | £735,899 | £486 | 3.3 | £730,175 |
Terraced | £782,484 | £510 | 2.9 | £571,764 |
Flats | £428,386 | £458 | 1.9 | £351,408 |
Current asking prices in HP4
Average: £800,367Property type | 1 bed | 2 beds | 3 beds | 4 beds | 5 beds |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
Houses |
£325,000 (2) |
£438,774 (25) |
£679,565 (23) |
£1,228,750 (16) |
£1,607,105 (19) |
Flats |
£287,778 (9) |
£357,500 (11) |
£387,500 (2) |
- | - |
All |
£294,545 (11) |
£413,940 (36) |
£656,200 (25) |
£1,228,750 (16) |
£1,607,105 (19) |
Current asking rents in HP4
Average: £1,590 pcmProperty type | 1 bed | 2 beds | 3 beds | 4 beds | 5 beds |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
Houses | - | - |
£2,823 pcm (2) |
- | - |
Flats |
£1,499 pcm (1) |
- | - | - | - |
All |
£1,499 pcm (1) |
- |
£2,823 pcm (2) |
- | - |
Fun facts for HP4
Highest value streets | Zed-Index |
---|---|
Ashridge Park | £2,696,267 |
Frithsden Copse | £2,581,795 |
Hudnall Common | £2,001,077 |
Ivy House Lane | £1,587,263 |
Anglefield Road | £1,582,593 |
Highest turnover streets | Turnover |
---|---|
Brakynbery | 50.0% |
Stag Lane | 45.0% |
Friars Field | 44.4% |
Whybrow Gardens | 42.1% |
St. Margarets Close | 40.0% |
For more information about this property, please contact
Sterling Estate Agents, HP4 on +44 1442 493793 * (local rate)
Monthly running costs Beta
Mortgage
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Your home or property may be repossessed if you do not keep up repayments on your mortgage.
Home Insurance
Rebuild value up to £600,000 Contents value up to £60,000 Average insurance cost £12/mo (£141/yr)Home Insurance is based on the average price of a building and contents quote for a property in this area in the last 48 months.
Source: Autonet Insurance Ltd
Energy
Gas £39 Electricity £59 Estimated energy cost £98/moSimilar properties could save up to £247
How Much Could I Save?The estimated energy cost for this property has been calculated using actual energy usage data for a property of this type, number of bedrooms and region.
Estimated consumption
Gas: 17400 kWh/year
Electricity: 4300 kWh/year
Source: National Energy Efficiency Data Framework
Council Tax
Local authority
Dacorum
Estimated tax band E Council tax cost £196 /mowhen paid over 10 months
The Council Tax cost displayed is based on the council tax band and on the basis of 2 adults living at the property. The monthly cost shown excludes any discounts and is rounded to the nearest pound.
Full information on Council Tax discount entitlements can be found on the Gov.UK’s website.
Water
Supply £16 Sewerage £15 Estimated water cost £31 /moWater consumption is based on average water usage for the predicted occupancy of the property based on the number of bedrooms.
Total annual consumption (in cubic meters) is then averaged into a monthly cost.
Note: If you have 2 separate suppliers for water and sewage, you may receive 2 separate bills.
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