42 Linnet Drive, Chelmsford, CM2 8AF is a freehold semi-detached property built between 1967-1975. The property offers approximately 1,033 square feet of living space. In this location, properties of similar size usually have three bedrooms.

The estimated current market value of the property is £487,815 , which equates to approximately £472 per square foot. It was last sold on 24 Jun 2016 for £351,000. Since then, the value has increased by £136,815, representing a 39.0% increase, or approximately 4.1% per year.

The current estimated value of £487,815 is:

  • 22.7% higher than the average property price on Linnet Drive
  • 17.4% higher than the average in the CM2 8AF postcode area
  • and 11.9% higher than the average price for Chelmsford as a whole

Based on EPC inspection history, this property has been mostly owner-occupied (3 out of 3 inspections). 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 5 April 2014, the property was recorded as owner-occupied.

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Building approximate location

About Property

Type
Semi-Detached House
Built
1967-1975
Interior Size
1033 sq ft
Tenure
Freehold
Price (estimate)
£487,815
Price Per sq ft (estimate)
£472
Bedroom Count (estimate)
3 bedrooms

EPC Summary

42 Linnet Drive, Chelmsford, Essex, CM2 8AF has an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) rating of D, based on the latest assessment carried out on 5 Apr 2014.

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 1 Apr 2014. The rating of D remains the same, but the energy efficiency score improved by 7.1%.

Since the previous assessment, several changes were observed:

  • The roof construction or insulation changed from pitched, 75 mm loft insulation to pitched, 100 mm loft insulation, with no change in energy efficiency (average).
  • The lighting was changed from low energy lighting in 9% of fixed outlets to no low energy lighting, with no change in efficiency (very poor).
Heating Type
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
Good
Hot Water
From main system
Good
Roof
Pitched, 100 mm loft insulation
Average
Walls
Cavity wall, as built, no insulation (assumed)
Poor
Windows
Fully double glazed
Average
Lighting
No low energy lighting
Very Poor

Compared to CM2 8AF

4 th / 23
Price Rank
17% higher than average
3 rd / 15
Size Rank
5% bigger than average
3 rd / 15
Price Per Sq FT Rank
12% higher than average

Compared to other properties in CM2 8AF , this house's estimated value ranks 4th out of 23. Based on price per square foot, it ranks 3rd out of 15 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 3rd out of 15 properties in its postcode area.

Sale History

Today
£487,815
streetscan.co.uk estimate
+39 %
24 Jun 2016
£351,000
Leasehold
+119.4 %
26 Apr 2002
£159,995
Leasehold

Area Insights

Similar Properties Sold Nearby

rooms: 4
size: 958 sq ft
sale price: £430,000
sale date: 20 Dec 2023
rooms: 5
size: 1163 sq ft
sale price: £385,000
sale date: 29 Mar 2019
rooms: 4
size: 939 sq ft
sale price: £311,350
sale date: 13 Jul 2018
rooms: 4
size: 947 sq ft
sale price: £218,000
sale date: 26 Jul 2013
rooms: 5
size: 926 sq ft
sale price: £245,000
sale date: 1 Aug 2012

Data Sources

The property at 42 Linnet Drive, Chelmsford, CM2 8AF appears two times in the Land Registry records, with the latest transaction recorded on 24 Jun 2016. It also has three Energy Performance Certificates (EPC) entries, the earliest dating back to 5 Apr 2014. We use this data, to estimate the property's characteristics and current market value.

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