42 Howard Close, Haynes, Bedford, MK45 3QH is a freehold detached property built between 1976-1982. The property offers approximately 1,227 square feet of living space. In this location, properties of similar size usually have four bedrooms.

The estimated current market value of the property is £686,438 , which equates to approximately £559 per square foot. It was last sold on 23 Aug 2024 for £630,000. Since then, the value has increased by £56,438, representing a 9.0% increase, or approximately 6.8% per year.

The current estimated value of £686,438 is:

  • 57.7% higher than the average property price on Howard Close
  • 23.2% higher than the average in the MK45 3QH postcode area
  • and 106.8% higher than the average price for Bedford 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 10 June 2024, the property was recorded as owner-occupied.

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Building approximate location

About Property

Type
Detached House
Built
1976-1982
Interior Size
1227 sq ft
Tenure
Freehold
Price (estimate)
£686,438
Price Per sq ft (estimate)
£559
Bedroom Count (estimate)
4 bedrooms

EPC Summary

42 Howard Close, Haynes, Bedford, Central Bedfordshire, Bedfordshire, MK45 3QH has an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) rating of E, based on the latest assessment carried out on 10 Jun 2024.

This property uses an oil-fired boiler with radiators 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 29 Jun 2012, when the property was rated D. The current rating of E reflects a decline in energy efficiency of 20.6%.

Since the previous assessment, several changes were observed:

  • The main heating energy efficiency changing from good to poor, while the heating system type remained the same (boiler and radiators, oil).
  • The hot water energy efficiency changing from good to poor, while the system remained as from main system.
  • The roof construction or insulation changed from roof room(s), limited insulation (assumed) to pitched, 100 mm loft insulation, with no change in energy efficiency (average).
  • The lighting was updated from low energy lighting in 33% of fixed outlets to low energy lighting in all fixed outlets, with efficiency improving from average to very good.
Heating Type
Boiler and radiators, oil
Poor
Hot Water
From main system
Poor
Roof
Pitched, 100 mm loft insulation
Average
Walls
Cavity wall, as built, partial insulation (assumed)
Average
Windows
Fully double glazed
Average
Lighting
Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets
Very Good

Compared to MK45 3QH

3 rd / 14
Price Rank
23% higher than average
8 th / 12
Size Rank
8% smaller than average
1 st / 12
Price Per Sq FT Rank
34% higher than average

Compared to other properties in MK45 3QH , this house's estimated value ranks 3rd out of 14. Based on price per square foot, it ranks 1st 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 8th out of 12 properties in its postcode area.

Sale History

Today
£686,438
streetscan.co.uk estimate
+9 %
23 Aug 2024
£630,000
Leasehold
+75 %
13 Sep 2012
£360,000
Leasehold
+82.3 %
26 Apr 2001
£197,500
Leasehold
+41.1 %
26 Apr 1999
£139,995
Leasehold

Area Insights

Similar Properties Sold Nearby

rooms: 7
size: 1292 sq ft
sale price: £103,000
sale date: 31 Jul 1996
rooms: 8
size: 1345 sq ft
sale price: £282,500
sale date: 29 May 2007
rooms: 6
size: 1367 sq ft
sale price: £260,000
sale date: 22 Sep 2006
rooms: 6
size: 1206 sq ft
sale price: £180,000
sale date: 2 May 2006
rooms: 6
size: 1187 sq ft
sale price: £126,950
sale date: 2 Mar 2001

Data Sources

The property at 42 Howard Close, Haynes, Bedford, MK45 3QH appears four times in the Land Registry records, with the latest transaction recorded on 23 Aug 2024. It also has two Energy Performance Certificates (EPC) entries, the earliest dating back to 10 Jun 2024. We use this data, to estimate the property's characteristics and current market value.

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