268 Blackbird Road, Leicester
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Transaction history

Listing history

For Sale
Jun 22, 2018
£200,000
For Sale
Sep 7, 2018
£190,000
For Sale
Sep 27, 2018
£190,000

Property Description

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Our analysis

Welcome to 268 Blackbird Road, Leicester, a cozy and compact semi-detached type home with 3 bed in the LE4 0AG area. This lovely residence, which comes with the freedom and stability of a freehold ownership, and sits comfortably in tax band .

This classic property was built 1900-1929 and has a reported internal area of 78 internal square metres The local area is known for its high value-to-quality ratio - with a market valuation of £253,500 and a rental potential of £1,648 per month, , it represents not just a residence but a worthwhile investment in a sought-after area.

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Additional analysis

In addition to our own current description, this property has received a tailor-made description dated to Jun 22, 2018. It's possible the property has changed since then, but we are dedicated to giving you everything you need to make smart property decisions. Here's a snippet, and if you'd like to view the full thing, just click to expand.

" Immediately available, a traditionally styled, three bedroomed, semi-detached family house retaining some original features and situated within this ever popular location having off-road parking to front, a good sized rear garden and offering well arranged, gas centrally heated, sealed unit double glazed accommodation comprising entrance hall, front lounge, rear open-plan dining\kitchen, lean-to sun room, three good bedrooms and family bathroom. EPC TBC. NO CHAIN.

GENERAL INFORMATION: Blackbird Road is located within the sought-after Anstey Lane\Wood Gate area of Leicester, well known for its popularity in terms of convenience for ease of access to the City centre and all the excellent amenities therein, as well as the M1\M69 motorway network at Junction 21 for travel north, south and west, and the adjoining Fosse Park and Meridian shopping, entertainment, retail and business centres. Within Wood Gate, there is local shopping for day-to-day needs and within the vicinity there is schooling for all ages along Anstey Lane, a variety of recreational amenities and regular bus services to the Leicester City centre. The Highcross shopping and entertainment centre is also only a fifteen minute walk away. GENERAL DESCRIPTION: This traditionally styled, semi-detached house offers gas centrally heated, sealed unit double glazed accommodation briefly comprising an enclosed storm porch, entrance hall, front lounge, open-plan dining kitchen and a lean-to sun room. To the first floor are three bedrooms and a bathroom with three-piece white suite. The property also benefits from a split-level rear garden and off-road parking for one vehicle. DETAILED ACCOMMODATION ON THE GROUND FLOOR: The house is on an elevated plot approached via stepped access to an: ENCLOSED STORM PORCH With UPVC framed and panelled double glazed door, matching double glazed side panels and overlight. An internal hardwood door with central glazed inset, matching side screens and overlight provides access to: ENTRANCE HALL With quarry tiled floor having decorative tiled edging, feature diamond shaped window to side aspect, central heating radiator, stripped pine feature dado rail to walls, ceiling light point and staircase rising off to first floor having stripped pine effect balustrade and banister, and matching stripped pine door to understairs store cupboard. The hallway gives access to both the dining kitchen and the lounge. Folding stripped pine double doors lead to an additional understairs store cupboard with wall-mounted alarm control panel, ceiling light point and a range of storage cupboards. FRONT LOUNGE 14'9 x 10'11 (4.50m x 3.33m) With UPVC double glazed picture window to front elevation, feature fireplace with tiled hearth, wooden surround and mantel shelf, stripped pine skirting boards, TV and telephone points, central heating radiator, coved ceiling with light point, additional telephone point and stripped pine door with matching architrave and door casing. OPEN-PLAN DINING KITCHEN 8'6 x 17'10 (2.59m x 5.44m) With matching range of base and wall-mounted cupboard and drawer storage units with rolled edge work surfaces incorporating single bowl stainless steel sink and drainer unit with hot and cold taps and picture window to rear elevation over. Appliances including built-in Bosch oven with grill over, integrated Hygena four-ring hob with tiled splashbacks and extractor unit over, wall-mounted Worcester Bosch gas fired central heating boiler also supplying domestic hot water and space for fridge\freezer. Also with part tiled floor, central heating radiator, high skirting boards, two ceiling light points and UPVC framed and panelled part sealed unit double obscure glazed external rear door with matching side screen. Off the dining area, there is also access to: LEAN-TO SUN ROOM 5'2 x 17'7 (1.57m x 5.36m) Built to a wooden base with glazed units to side and rear aspects, sloping polycarbonate roof, space for washing machine, wall-mounted light point, electric power supply, part glazed door and further storage area. ON THE FIRST FLOOR: STAIRCASE AND LANDING with UPVC double glazed window to side aspect, stripped pine skirting board, ceiling light point and loft access. The landing provides access to all first floor rooms. BEDROOM 1 12'0 x 9'0 (3.66m x 2.74m) With UPVC double glazed picture window to front elevation, central heating radiator, stripped pine skirting boards, ceiling light point, two built-in fitted wardrobes with overhead storage and stripped pine door with matching door casing and architrave. BEDROOM 2 10'11 x 11'5 (3.33m x 3.48m) With UPVC double glazed picture window to rear elevation, stripped pine skirting boards and dado rail, central heating radiator, ceiling light point and stripped pine door with matching door casing and architrave. BEDROOM 3 7'6 x 8'6 (2.29m x 2.59m) With UPVC double glazed window to front elevation, laminate wood effect flooring, central heating radiator, stripped pine skirting boards, dado rail and window sill, ceiling light point and stripped pine door with matching door casing and architrave. BATHROOM With three-piece white suite comprising wash hand basin inset into vanitory unit with hot and cold taps and double store cupboard below, low level w.c. and panelled bath with electric shower over, tiled surround, shower curtain and rail. Also with laminate wood effect flooring, central heating radiator, wooden panelling around the bath, wash hand basin and w.c., two UPVC double obscure glazed side windows, ceiling light point and stripped pine door with matching door casing and architrave. OUTSIDE: The property occupies an elevated plot with a landscaped front garden area in a tiered design incorporating rockery areas, evergeens and perennial plants, with a stepped approach to the house. On the lower level is an off-road parking area to a concrete base and surround. REAR GARDENS Side gated access leads through to an extensive mulched area with close boarded fenced boundary and paved pathway leading to an extensive split-level tiered patio area with decorative raised beds having stone edging. The garden has steps up to a lawned area with borders of evergreens, perennials and shrubs, is enclosed by concrete post and gravel board fenced surrounds for privacy and benefits from an outside brick built store and a cold water tap. SERVICES: All mains services are understood to be available. Hot water for central heating and domestic purposes is gas fired and ample electric power points are fitted throughout the property which is double glazed with UPVC sealed units and benefits from a security alarm system. FIXTURES AND FITTINGS: All fixtures and fittings mentioned in the sales particulars are included in the sale. VIEWING: Strictly through Moore & York Ltd., who will be pleased to supply any further information required and arrange appropriate appointments. FLOOR PLANS: Purchasers should note that if a floor plan is included within property particulars it is intended to show the relationship between rooms and does not reflect exact dimensions or indeed seek to exactly replicate the layout of the property. Floor plans are produced for guidance only and are not to scale. Purchasers must satisfy themselves of matters of importance by inspection or advice from their Surveyor or Solicitor. MAKING AN OFFER: As part of our service to our Vendors, we have a responsibility to ensure that all potential buyers are in a position to proceed with any offer they make and would therefore ask any potential purchaser to speak with our Mortgage Advisor to discuss and establish how they intend to fund their purchase. Additionally, we can offer Independent Financial Advice and are able to source mortgages from the whole of the market, helping you secure the best possible deal and potentially saving you money. If you are making a cash offer, we will ask you to confirm the source and availability of your funds in order to present your offer in the best possible light to our Vendor. IMPORTANT INFORMATION: Although we endeavour to ensure the accuracy of property details we have not tested any services, heating, plumbing, equipment or apparatus, fixtures or fittings and no guarantee can be given or implied that they are connected, in working order or fit for purpose. We may not have had sight of legal documentation confirming tenure or other details and any references made are based upon information supplied in good faith by the Vendor. The Vendor(s) of this property has (have) completed a Property Information Questionnaire which provides prospective purchasers with important information about the property which you may wish to consider before viewing or making an offer. Please enquire with the relevant office if you would like to view a copy. Please would you contact Moore & York to check the availability of any property and make a viewing appointment via ourselves before embarking on any journey to see a property to avoid disappointment. Directions Proceed out of the Leicester City centre from Highcross via Highcross Street (the old A50), which eventually becomes North Gate and Frog Island. Pass over the two bridges over the Grand Union Canal and River Soar and continue into Wood Gate. At the major traffic light junction, turn right into Blackbird Road where the property can eventually be identified by the agents 'for sale' board. You may download, store and use the material for your own personal use and research. You may not republish, retransmit, redistribute or otherwise make the material available to any party or make the same available on any website, online service or bulletin board of your own or of any other party or make the same available in hard copy or in any other media without the website owner's express prior written consent. The website owner's copyright must remain on all reproductions of material taken from this website. "

Property Data

Data point Compared to road
294 sqm plot

Estimated running costs

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Schools and stations

Nearby Schools
Belgrave St Peter's CofE Primary School
0.4mi
Mellor Community Primary School
0.4mi
Rushey Mead Academy
0.4mi
Darul Uloom Leicester
0.5mi
Rushey Mead Primary School
0.6mi
Nearby Stations
Leicester Station
2.2mi
Syston Station
2.7mi
Sileby Station
4.7mi
South Wigston Station
5.6mi
Barrow Upon Soar Station
6.1mi

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Renovation improvements

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Air Conditioning
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Strengths

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Strength: Freehold ownership
This property has the support and stability of full freehold ownership.
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Strength: Good price per square metres
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Frequently asked questions

  1. How much is 268 Blackbird Road, Leicester worth?

    268 Blackbird Road, Leicester is now worth £253,500 according to our Mouseprice AVM.

    If you would like to book a free agent valuation for 268 Blackbird Road, Leicester - click click here to get a valuation with no strings attached.

  2. What is the rental value of 268 Blackbird Road, Leicester?

    The current rental valuation for this property is £1,648 per month, within a price range of £1,483 and £1,813.

  3. How many bedrooms does 268 Blackbird Road, Leicester have?

    This property has 3 bedrooms. Search for nearby properties with 3 bedrooms - for sale and to rent.

  4. What are the nearest schools and stations to 268 Blackbird Road, Leicester?

    Nearby schools in include Belgrave St Peter's CofE Primary School, Mellor Community Primary School, Rushey Mead Academy, Darul Uloom Leicester, Rushey Mead Primary School

    Nearby stations in include Leicester Station, Syston Station, Sileby Station, South Wigston Station, Barrow Upon Soar Station.

  5. What type of property is 268 Blackbird Road, Leicester

    This is a Semi-Detached property. There are 21 other Semi-Detached properties on BLACKBIRD ROAD, and 26 in total.

  6. When was 268 Blackbird Road, Leicester built? How old is 268 Blackbird Road, Leicester?

    268 Blackbird Road, Leicester was was built between 1900-1929.

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