45 The Octagon, Taunton, TA1 1RT is a leasehold flat built between 1983-1990. The property offers approximately 624 square feet of living space and is situated on the 3rd floor. In this location, apartments of similar size usually have one bedroom.

The estimated current market value of the property is £281,193 , which equates to approximately £450 per square foot. It was last sold on 26 Nov 1999 for £84,950. Since then, the value has increased by £196,243, representing a 231.0% increase, or approximately 8.9% per year.

The current estimated value of £281,193 is:

  • 59.8% higher than the average property price on The Octagon
  • 75.2% higher than the average in the TA1 1RT postcode area
  • and 7.5% lower than the average price for Taunton as a whole

This property has had 2 EPC inspections with recorded tenure information. It was recorded once as rented and once as owner-occupied, indicating a change in how it was used over time.

At the most recent EPC inspection on 25 June 2021, the property was recorded as rented.

View sold house prices in TA1 1RT

Building approximate location

About Property

Type
Flat
Built
1983-1990
Interior Size
624 sq ft
Tenure
Leasehold
Floor level
3rd floor
Price (estimate)
£281,193
Price Per sq ft (estimate)
£450
Bedroom Count (estimate)
1 bedroom

EPC Summary

45 The Octagon, Taunton, Taunton Deane, Somerset, TA1 1RT has an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) rating of C, based on the latest assessment carried out on 25 Jun 2021.

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 24 Jan 2010, when the property was rated D. Since then, the rating has improved to C, with the energy efficiency score increasing by 11.9%.

Since the previous assessment, several changes were observed:

  • The main heating energy efficiency improving from average to good, while the heating system type remained the same (boiler and radiators, mains gas).
  • The hot water energy efficiency improving from average to good, while the system remained as from main system.
  • The wall construction or insulation changed from cavity wall, as built, partial insulation (assumed) to cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed), improving energy efficiency from average to good.
  • The lighting was updated from low energy lighting in 29% of fixed outlets to low energy lighting in 83% of fixed outlets, with efficiency improving from average to very good.
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, insulated (assumed)
Good
Windows
Fully double glazed
Good
Lighting
Low energy lighting in 83% of fixed outlets
Very Good

Compared to TA1 1RT

1 st / 30
Price Rank
75% higher than average
6 th / 26
Size Rank
7% bigger than average
2 nd / 26
Price Per Sq FT Rank
64% higher than average

Compared to other properties in TA1 1RT , this flat's estimated value ranks 1st out of 30. Based on price per square foot, it ranks 2nd out of 26 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 6th out of 26 properties in its postcode area.

Sale History

Today
£281,193
streetscan.co.uk estimate
+231 %
26 Nov 1999
£84,950
Leasehold

Area Insights

Similar Properties Sold Nearby

rooms: 2
size: 624 sq ft
sale price: £152,500
sale date: 11 Jul 2025
rooms: 3
size: 614 sq ft
sale price: £145,000
sale date: 12 Mar 2025
rooms: 3
size: 560 sq ft
sale price: £138,000
sale date: 31 Oct 2024
rooms: 3
size: 614 sq ft
sale price: £157,000
sale date: 10 Oct 2024
rooms: 3
size: 592 sq ft
sale price: £160,000
sale date: 23 Sep 2022

Data Sources

The property at 45 The Octagon, Taunton, Taunton Deane, Somerset, TA1 1RT appears once in the Land Registry records, with the transaction recorded on 26 Nov 1999. It also has three Energy Performance Certificates (EPC) entries, the earliest dating back to 25 Jun 2021. We use this data, to estimate the property's characteristics and current market value.

This website uses public sector information from:

These datasets are licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.
This website is not affiliated with or endorsed by HM Land Registry or DLUHC.


Disclaimer: StreetScan.co.uk makes all reasonable efforts to ensure the information provided on this website is current and accurate; however, no warranties or representations are made as to its completeness or accuracy. StreetScan.co.uk expressly disclaims any and all liability for any loss, damage, or expense arising directly or indirectly from the use of, or reliance upon, such information.