7 Little Dorrit, Chelmsford, CM1 4YQ is a freehold detached property built between 1983-1990. The property offers approximately 1,206 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 £555,191 , which equates to approximately £461 per square foot. It was last sold on 26 Jan 2016 for £400,000. Since then, the value has increased by £155,191, representing a 38.8% increase, or approximately 3.9% per year.

The current estimated value of £555,191 is:

  • 14.3% lower than the average property price on Little Dorrit
  • 9.7% lower than the average in the CM1 4YQ postcode area
  • and 27.4% higher than the average price for Chelmsford 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 8 September 2022, the property was recorded as owner-occupied.

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Building approximate location

About Property

Type
Detached House
Built
1983-1990
Interior Size
1206 sq ft
Tenure
Freehold
Price (estimate)
£555,191
Price Per sq ft (estimate)
£461
Bedroom Count (estimate)
4 bedrooms

EPC Summary

7 Little Dorrit, Chelmsford, Essex, CM1 4YQ has an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) rating of C, based on the latest assessment carried out on 8 Sep 2022.

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 the main heating system, though the cylinder has no thermostat. The windows are fully double glazed.

The previous EPC assessment was conducted on 4 Jul 2013. The rating of C remains the same, but the energy efficiency score improved by 1.4%.

Since the previous assessment, several changes were observed:

  • The hot water system was changed from from main system to from main system, no cylinder thermostat, with its energy efficiency changing from good to average.
  • The lighting was updated from low energy lighting in 61% of fixed outlets to low energy lighting in 84% of fixed outlets, with efficiency improving from good to very good.
Heating Type
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
Good
Hot Water
From main system, no cylinder thermostat
Average
Roof
Pitched, 250 mm loft insulation
Good
Walls
Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)
Good
Windows
Fully double glazed
Average
Lighting
Low energy lighting in 84% of fixed outlets
Very Good

Compared to CM1 4YQ

4 th / 11
Price Rank
10% lower than average
6 th / 9
Size Rank
8% smaller than average
3 rd / 9
Price Per Sq FT Rank
2% lower than average

Compared to other properties in CM1 4YQ , this house's estimated value ranks 4th out of 11. Based on price per square foot, it ranks 3rd out of 9 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 9 properties in its postcode area.

Sale History

Today
£555,191
streetscan.co.uk estimate
+39 %
26 Jan 2016
£400,000
Leasehold
+29 %
25 Jan 2008
£310,000
Leasehold
+189.7 %
11 Nov 1996
£107,000
Leasehold

Area Insights

Similar Properties Sold Nearby

rooms: 6
size: 1184 sq ft
sale price: £525,000
sale date: 26 Mar 2025
rooms: 7
size: 1249 sq ft
sale price: £495,000
sale date: 29 Oct 2020
rooms: 7
size: 1356 sq ft
sale price: £535,000
sale date: 6 Jul 2018
rooms: 7
size: 1191 sq ft
sale price: £355,000
sale date: 30 Apr 2010
rooms: 6
size: 1194 sq ft
sale price: £310,000
sale date: 18 Aug 2009

Data Sources

The property at 7 Little Dorrit, Chelmsford, CM1 4YQ appears three times in the Land Registry records, with the latest transaction recorded on 26 Jan 2016. It also has two Energy Performance Certificates (EPC) entries, the earliest dating back to 8 Sep 2022. We use this data, to estimate the property's characteristics and current market value.

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