2, Prestwood Upper Hitch, Watford, WD19 5JB is a leasehold flat built between 1967-1975. The property offers approximately 474 square feet of living space. In this location, apartments of similar size usually have one bedroom.

The estimated current market value of the property is £262,501 , which equates to approximately £554 per square foot. It was last sold on 20 Dec 2023 for £254,000. Since then, the value has increased by £8,501, representing a 3.3% increase, or approximately 1.7% per year.

The current estimated value of £262,501 is:

  • 21.3% lower than the average property price on Upper Hitch
  • 1.9% higher than the average in the WD19 5JB postcode area
  • and 48.5% lower than the average price for Watford as a whole

This property has had 2 EPC inspections with recorded tenure information. It was recorded as owner-occupied both times. This suggests the property has typically been lived in by its owners, which often reflects longer-term residency and more consistent maintenance.

At the most recent EPC inspection on 13 September 2016, the property was recorded as owner-occupied.

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Building approximate location

About Property

Type
Flat
Built
1967-1975
Interior Size
474 sq ft
Tenure
Leasehold
Price (estimate)
£262,501
Price Per sq ft (estimate)
£554
Bedroom Count (estimate)
1 bedroom

EPC Summary

2, Prestwood Upper Hitch, Watford, Three Rivers, Hertfordshire, WD19 5JB has an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) rating of D, based on the latest assessment carried out on 13 Sep 2016.

This property uses a gas-fired boiler and radiators, connected to the mains gas supply, as its main heating source. Hot water is provided from main heating system. The windows are fully double glazed.

The previous EPC assessment was conducted on 15 May 2014. The rating of D remains the same, but the energy efficiency score improved by 10%.

Since the previous assessment, several changes were observed:

  • The lighting was updated from low energy lighting in 50% of fixed outlets to low energy lighting in 80% of fixed outlets, with efficiency improving from good to very good.
Heating Type
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
Good
Hot Water
From main system
Good
Walls
Cavity wall, as built, no insulation (assumed)
Poor
Windows
Fully double glazed
Average
Lighting
Low energy lighting in 80% of fixed outlets
Very Good

Compared to WD19 5JB

8 th / 14
Price Rank
2% higher than average
10 th / 12
Size Rank
16% smaller than average
2 nd / 12
Price Per Sq FT Rank
21% higher than average

Compared to other properties in WD19 5JB , this flat's estimated value ranks 8th out of 14. Based on price per square foot, it ranks 2nd out of 12 properties. This suggests a relatively high price per square foot, which may reflect quality, location, or recent upgrades. In terms of size, this home ranks 10th out of 12 properties in its postcode area.

Sale History

Today
£262,501
streetscan.co.uk estimate
+3 %
20 Dec 2023
£254,000
Leasehold
+3.7 %
20 Mar 2017
£245,000
Leasehold
+33.2 %
18 Feb 2015
£184,000
Leasehold
+17.2 %
8 Jun 2007
£157,000
Leasehold
+22.7 %
17 Aug 2005
£128,000
Leasehold

Area Insights

Similar Properties Sold Nearby

rooms: 2
size: 517 sq ft
sale price: £260,000
sale date: 13 Mar 2025
rooms: 2
size: 506 sq ft
sale price: £264,000
sale date: 31 Oct 2022
rooms: 2
size: 484 sq ft
sale price: £245,000
sale date: 3 Jul 2019
rooms: 2
size: 517 sq ft
sale price: £265,000
sale date: 4 May 2017
rooms: 2
size: 484 sq ft
sale price: £150,000
sale date: 24 Aug 2012

Data Sources

The property at 2, Prestwood Upper Hitch, Watford, WD19 5JB appears five times in the Land Registry records, with the latest transaction recorded on 20 Dec 2023. It also has two Energy Performance Certificates (EPC) entries, the earliest dating back to 13 Sep 2016. We use this data, to estimate the property's characteristics and current market value.

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