78 Howard Close, Waltham Abbey, EN9 1XB is a leasehold flat built between 1996-2002. The property offers approximately 474 square feet of living space and is situated on the 2nd floor. In this location, apartments of similar size usually have one bedroom.

The estimated current market value of the property is £220,617 , which equates to approximately £466 per square foot. It was last sold on 10 Dec 2021 for £215,000. Since then, the value has increased by £5,617, representing a 2.6% increase, or approximately 0.7% per year.

The current estimated value of £220,617 is:

  • 1.4% lower than the average property price on Howard Close
  • 27.5% higher than the average in the EN9 1XB postcode area
  • and 47.7% lower than the average price for Waltham Abbey 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 7 June 2021, the property was recorded as owner-occupied.

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About Property

Type
Flat
Built
1996-2002
Interior Size
474 sq ft
Tenure
Leasehold
Floor level
2nd floor
Price (estimate)
£220,617
Price Per sq ft (estimate)
£466
Bedroom Count (estimate)
1 bedroom

EPC Summary

78 Howard Close, Waltham Abbey, Epping Forest, Essex, EN9 1XB has an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) rating of C, based on the latest assessment carried out on 7 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 12 Aug 2010, when the property was rated B. The current rating of C reflects a decline in energy efficiency of 6.2%.

Since the previous assessment, several changes were observed:

  • The main heating energy efficiency changing from very good to good, while the heating system type remained the same (boiler and radiators, mains gas).
  • The hot water energy efficiency changing from very good to good, while the system remained as from main system.
  • The wall construction or insulation changed from timber frame, as built, insulated (assumed) to cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed), with no change in energy efficiency (good).
  • The lighting was changed from low energy lighting in 40% of fixed outlets to low energy lighting in 33% of fixed outlets, with no change in efficiency (average).
Heating Type
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
Good
Hot Water
From main system
Good
Roof
Pitched, 150 mm loft insulation
Good
Walls
Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)
Good
Windows
Fully double glazed
Average
Lighting
Low energy lighting in 33% of fixed outlets
Average

Compared to EN9 1XB

9 th / 71
Price Rank
27% higher than average
14 th / 62
Size Rank
26% bigger than average
44 th / 62
Price Per Sq FT Rank
1% higher than average

Compared to other properties in EN9 1XB , this flat's estimated value ranks 9th out of 71. Based on price per square foot, it ranks 44th out of 62 properties. This indicates a lower price per square foot than most, suggesting good value for the space offered. In terms of size, this home ranks 14th out of 62 properties in its postcode area.

Sale History

Today
£220,617
streetscan.co.uk estimate
+3 %
10 Dec 2021
£215,000
Leasehold
+66.7 %
1 Nov 2010
£129,000
Leasehold
+0.8 %
27 Sep 2006
£128,000
Leasehold
+11.3 %
1 Jul 2005
£115,000
Leasehold
+76.9 %
29 Sep 2000
£64,995
Leasehold

Area Insights

Similar Properties Sold Nearby

rooms: 3
size: 484 sq ft
sale price: £210,000
sale date: 2 May 2025
rooms: 2
size: 409 sq ft
sale price: £155,000
sale date: 15 Mar 2024
rooms: 2
size: 463 sq ft
sale price: £209,000
sale date: 11 Aug 2023
rooms: 3
size: 409 sq ft
sale price: £195,000
sale date: 16 Jun 2023
rooms: 3
size: 527 sq ft
sale price: £267,000
sale date: 6 Feb 2023

Data Sources

The property at 78 Howard Close, Waltham Abbey, EN9 1XB appears five times in the Land Registry records, with the latest transaction recorded on 10 Dec 2021. It also has two Energy Performance Certificates (EPC) entries, the earliest dating back to 7 Jun 2021. We use this data, to estimate the property's characteristics and current market value.

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