Sidcup Property News – Winter 2014 (24)

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WINTER EDITION 2014/15

DreweryP R O P E R T Y C O N S U L T A N T S

Newsletter Winter 2014/15

Winter update:

Clive Lingard (Exclusive Homes Valuer at DreweryProperty Consultants) comments on the current conditionof the local property market:

‘After some 5 years of negligible growth, the last 12 months has seensubstantial activity in the property market with prices rising by some12/13% on average in the South East and demand for property at thehighest level since the peaks of 2006/7.

The market in general has seen excellent growth but demand in Sidcupis exceptional. We believe that this is largely due to the excellent valuethat the local market offers. Property in North London is considerablydearer and the Bexley Borough is one of the most reasonably pricedLondon Boroughs and therefore offering exceptionally good value.

The borough’s facilities are excellent with a good selection of bothprimary and secondary schools together with good road and rail

connections, making it an excellentchoice for commuters and families.

It is interesting to note recent figuresfrom rightmove forecast that theSouth-East will be the region withthe highest increase in propertyvalues in the next five years. Aprediction has also been made by them that the national average pricewill grow by a huge 30% with the South-East seeing rises of 37% andLondon 33%.

Drewery Property Consultants are enjoying one of the busiest periodsthey have experienced with record sales levels and numbers of newinstructions. In many cases there are many long standing clients whonow have the confidence to make a move after several years with themarket in the doldrums.’

Seasonal price fall of1.7% ahead of Christmastraffic surge� Price of property coming to market falls by 1.7%

(–£4,542) as sellers compete on price in bid tostand out during quieter winter months

� Mini-boom hits a pause, as affordability andsentiment are dented by prices 8.5% higher thana year ago and tougher mortgage lending criteria

� Stock for sale per estate agency branch falls tolowest ever level recorded at this time of year,which will help to underpin prices in the NewYear

� Opportunity for prospective New Year sellers toact now in order to beat the competition bycoming to market early and catching theChristmas holiday traffic

– 500,000+ visits on Christmas Day last year,more than doubling to over 1.3 million on BoxingDay

-– 1.4 million+ visits on New Year’s Day rising toover 2.2 million by return to work

Avg. Price Avg. Price Monthly Avg. Price AnnualNov 14 Oct 14 Change Nov 13 Change

Bexley £274,917 £278,719 –1.4% £228,856 20.1%

Bromley £416,468 £422,264 –1.4% £355,666 17.1%

RIGHTMOVE HOUSE PRICEINDEX FOR NOVEMBER 2014 PROPERTY OF THE MONTH

Firside Grove, Sidcup, Kent DA15 8WB – Price: £545,000

As Featured On Front Page …We are proud to offer this delightful executive style four bedroom detachedhouse located on the ever popular Hollies development. Situated at the top ofa small cul de sac, and with a larger than average rear garden. The propertyoffers good size accommodation as well as membership to the on site leisureclub (membership not obligatory). This family sized house is within walkingdistance of Sidcup station, local shops, bus routes and a selection of schools.

The property benefits from gas central heating and comprises, entrance hall,downstairs cloakroom, lounge with feature fireplace, dining room and kitchenincorporating breakfasting seating area to the ground floor. Located on thefirst floor is the master bedroom with en-suite, 3 further bedrooms and familybathroom. Externally there is a good size rear garden and garage to the side.

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SIDCUP Price: £325,000Eaton Road, Sidcup, DA14 4PE

Spacious 2 bed semi detached bungalow. Situated in popular and quiet residentiallocation within walking distance of Albany Park station and local shopping facilities.Lounge. Kitchen. 2 bedrooms. Bathroom. Gardens to the front and rear. Off streetparking. No Forward Chain.http://tinyurl.com/k9owc5k (ref 3915).

SIDCUP Guide Price: £359,995Bexley Lane, Sidcup, DA14 4JH

Deceptively spacious 3 bed semi det house. Through lounge. Conservatory. Modernkitchen. 3 bedrooms. Spacious family bathroom with bath & sep shower cubicle. Reargarden. Front driveway. Easy access to local shops, Albany Park station, bus routesand some of the borough`s sought after schools. Earyl viewing recommended.http://tinyurl.com/p48ka5z (ref 3942).

SIDCUP Guide Price: £425,000 - £450,000Lewis Road, Sidcup, DA14 4NB

Well presented 3 bed semi detached house in sought after location. D/s wc. 12’11 x 12’0 lounge. Modern extended rear kitchen/diner – ideal for entertaining.3 bedrooms. Family bathroom. 60’ rear garden. Driveway providing OSP. Easyaccess to local shops, station and sought after schools. Vastly improved by the currentowners. Desirable location – Early viewing recommended.http://tinyurl.com/bpmsns6 (ref 3453).

SIDCUP Guide Price: £595,000Brindle Gate, Sidcup, DA15 8BU

Deceptively spacious four bedroom detached house, located in desirable location.D/s wc. Lounge. Dining room. Kitchen. Master bedroom with ensuite, 3 furtherbedrooms. Family bathroom. Rear garden. Off street parking to front. Convertedgarage, currently used as storage. Early viewing recommended.http://tinyurl.com/pm9zhql (ref 3883).



SIDCUP Guide Price: £580,000Craybrooke Road, Sidcup, DA14 4HL

Superbly extended 5 bedroom semi detached house, vastlyimproved by current owner. Front lounge. Fantastickitchen/diner leading to garden with separate breakfast areaand separate dining area. Study. D/s wc. Utility room. 4bedrooms to the first floor, one with ensuite. Family bathroom.Master bedroom in the loft conversion with ensuite. OSP tofront. Rear garden. Internal viewing a must!!!!http://tinyurl.com/on8cw96 (1885).


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SIDCUP Guide Price: £415,000Halfway Street, Sidcup, DA15 8DE

A 4 bedroom extended chalet style property with spacious ground floor accommodation and, in our opinion, with further development, could then incorporate annexe style accommodation

(STPP). Walking distance to local shops, bus routes and range of schools. Early viewingrecommended as chalets are in high demand.

http://tinyurl.com/q699e5l (ref 3831).

SIDCUP Guide Price: £190,000Taylors Close, Sidcup, DA14 6TL

Unique opportunity to purchase a one bed ground floor maisonettewhich has recently bee updated by the current owner. Situated inquiet location, but with easy access to Sidcup High Street andtransport links. Own private entrance. Lounge. Kitchen. Bathroom.Double bedroom. Small front garden. Communal grounds.Allocated parking. Ideal FTB or Buy to Let investment. CHAIN FREE.http://tinyurl.com/o5bfp55 (ref 3964).

SIDCUP Guide Price: £180,000Chudleigh, 14 Highview Road, Sidcup, DA14 4EZ

Deceptively spacious and well presented 1 bed ground floor flatwith easy access to Sidcup station, bus routes and High Street.Lounge with bay window overlooking communal gardens.Kitchen. Double bedroom with fitted wardrobes. Modernbathroom. Well kept communal gardens. Garage en bloc. IdealFTB or Buy to Let. CHAIN FREE. Internal viewing recommended.http://tinyurl.com/lvemw6s (ref 3962).

THE HOLLIES, SIDCUP Guide Price: £180,000The Beeches, Acacia Way, The Hollies, Sidcup, DA15 8WW

One bedroom first floor Edwardian apartment located on thesought after “Hollies” development. Front lounge overlookingparkland surroundings. Kitchen. Main double bedroom. Modernshower room. Communal grounds. Allocated parking. Soughtafter development with own onsite leisure complex (separatecompulsory charge) and just a short walk to Sidcup station.http://tinyurl.com/ovasndy (ref 2800).

SIDCUP Guide Price: £400,000Shuttle Close, Sidcup, DA15 8EP

Well presented 4 bed extended semi detached house.Lounge. Modern fitted kitchen/diner. D/s shower rm.Study/small reception. 4 bedrooms. Luxury bathroom. Largedriveway to front. Lawned rear garden. GCH. DG. Idealypositioned for local schools and shops. Easy access toSidcup station. Internal viewing recommended.http://tinyurl.com/m8b5onl (ref 1081).

CHELSFIELD Guide Price: £385,000Shoreham Lane, Chelsfield, Orpington, BR6 7QT

Extended 3 bed semi det house. Pleasant rural location, yetshort distance to the M25 and Orpington High St. DG. GCH.Impressive thru lounge. Kitchen. 3 bedrooms. Bathroom/wc.In/out driveway. Established garden 75’ x 38’. Rarelyavailable so early viewing recommended.http://tinyurl.com/pyevblb (ref 2372).

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SIDCUP £850 PCM + fees*Hatherley Crescent, Sidcup, DA14 4HX

Well maintained 1 bed purpose built 2nd floor flat.Popular residential location and close to shops, HighSt, bus routes and Sidcup station. GCH. DG. Lounge.Kitchen. Double bedroom. Modern bathroom. Garageen bloc and OSP. Available 5th January 2015.http://tinyurl.com/q3j6vt8 (ref 3959).

SIDCUP £1,400 PCM + fees*Fairfield Close, Sidcup, DA15 8QS

Refurbished 3 bed semi detached house. Residentialroad and close to local amenities including shops,schools, bus routes and motorway links. DG. GCH.Newly fitted kitchen & bathroom. New carpets.Lounge/diner. Kitchen. 2 double and 1 singlebedroom. Bathroom. OSP to front. Large rear garden.Available 6th December. http://tinyurl.com/l27brmx (ref 3920).

GREENHITHE £1,450 PCM + fees*Darbyshire House, 148 Clovelly Place, Greenhithe, DA9 9UY

Brand new 2 bed 7th floor split level duplex penthouseapartment in sought after Ingress Park Development.High specification t/out. GCH. DG. E/phone system.Large private terrace. Neutral decor. 2 secureu/ground parking spaces. Spacious lounge withAmtico flooring. Modern kitchen. Master bedrm withensuite. Further bedroom. Bathroom. Available now.http://tinyurl.com/opq2ct4 (ref 3965).

SIDCUP £875 PCM + fees*Larkspur Lodge, Lansdown Road, Sidcup, DA14 4EG

2 bed ground floor purpose built flat. Residential roadand close to shops, schools, High Street, bus routesand walking distance to Sidcup station. GCH. DG.E/phone system. Lounge. Modern fitted kitchen. 2 bedrooms. Modern bathroom. Communal gardens.Allocated parking space. Available 22nd December2014.http://tinyurl.com/3tp3rck (ref 574).

SIDCUP £975 PCM + fees*Birkbeck Road, Sidcup, DA14 4DB

Good size 2 bed first floor maisonette. Walkingdistance to Sidcup station and close to shops, HighStreet, schools and bus routes. DG. GCH. Newcarpets. Lounge. Kitchen/breakfast room. 1 doubleand 1 single bedrooms. Bathroom. Available now.http://tinyurl.com/pw9t7qq (ref 782).

BEXLEY £1,250 PCM + fees*23 The South Glade, Bexley, DA5 3NY

Well maintained & furnished 3 bed “Gough Cooper”1960’s built link detached house. Desirable locationand close to shops, Bexley Village and station, schools,bus routes and motorway links. GCH. DG. Lounge.Dining room. Conservatory. Modern kitchen. D/scloakroom. 3 double bedrooms. Family bathroom.Well maintained rear garden. SHORT TERM LET ONLYJAN - APRIL 2015. Available 19th January 2015.http://tinyurl.com/kknn6uw (ref 3918).


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Impressive 5 bedroom, double fronted Edwardian detached house occupying a good sized plot and located within easy reach of amenities, including Sidcup station. 2/3 receptionrooms. Kitchen. Modern conservatory. D/s shower room. 5 good sized bedrooms. Family bathroom. Large loft and basement. 130’ rear garden. Driveway to front with OSP for severalcars. Garage to side. Early viewing recommended.http://tinyurl.com/mzpoggy (ref 3807).

SIDCUP Guide Price: £825,000-£850,000


Faraday Avenue, Sidcup, DA14 4JFExtended 4/5 bedroom semi detached house in one of the most desirable roads in the area. Close to station, schools and motorway networks. GCH. DG. 2 reception rooms. Largekitchen/diner. Study/bedroom five. Shower room and sep wc. 4 double bedrooms. Family bathroom. Paved driveway with multiple OSP. Detached garage. Established rear garden.Early viewing recommended to avoid disappointment. ttp://tinyurl.com/ow26jcr (ref 3974).

SIDCUP Price: £495,000

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Attractive, extended 5 bedroom detached house located in anelevated position in a private slip road serving just four properties.Walking distance of Bexley village and station. Easy access toexcellent primary and secondary schools.

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MAXIMISE YOUR KITCHENA welcoming kitchen is one of the biggest attractions for potential house buyers. Whetheryou have a comfortable family oriented meeting place or a stylish singletons galley, thekitchen is most often the heart of the home.Regardless of your budget, there are a number of simple ways you can maximise itsattraction to buyers and speed up the sale of your house:Replacing your entire kitchen to attract buyers is not always necessary. Often the cost ofinstalling a new kitchen outweighs the value it will add to your asking price. Like all homedecor, the kitchen will still be subject to personal taste, so if it does not appeal to your buyers they will refit it upon movingin anyway.If your kitchen is very dated, simple changes can make all the difference. Painting the cupboard doors, replacing handlesor taps and re-grouting the tiles can all give a new lease of life.Clean and de-clutter! Viewers may even look in your cupboards so ensure shelves are cleaned and all contents are organised.Any pet bowls should go outside as potential buyers may not be animal lovers so could be put off by the sight of half eatenpet food.If necessary, box up items you don't use very often and put them in storage. If your cupboards and drawers are overflowing,buyers will assume there is little storage space, which can be off-putting. Keep work surfaces as clear as possible to enhancethe appearance of cleanliness.Flowers or pot pourri on window sills create a welcoming atmosphere and add a fresh fragrance.

Using these simple but effective ideas will ensure your kitchen looks appealing and entices potential buyers into a promptdecision! Source www.naea.co.uk

It is likely to be the biggest purchase you will ever make, so ensuring youask the right questions when viewing a potential new home is essential.

The NAEA has five key tips to remember when viewing a property:Spend some time thinking about what it is you want from your new home– What kind of property will suit your lifestyle? What location is most desirable andaffordable? Do you want a garden? How many bedrooms do you need? Do you want anew or old property? Taking the time to identify what is important to you will save you timein your property search.Preparation is key – Be ready with a list of questions you want to ask the vendor and the estate agent. For example askinghow long the house has been on the market may give you a clue to any potential problems with the property. You mightalso need to ask; what fixtures and fitting will be left? What are the neighbours like? Why is the vendor moving? What arethe parking arrangements? How much does the property cost to run? In order to keep each property you view clear in yourmind it is best to take notes along the way.Be as observant – Look for any potential problems and costs such as dysfunctional guttering, cracks in the interior andexterior walls or brown stains on the ceiling that may indicate a leaky roof for example.Try to visualise yourself living there – Ignore the décor as much as you can and try to think about whether yourfurniture will fit into the house and how it will look with your style applied to it. View the property in daylight and be sureto check out the area at other times of the day: a quiet road might be manic during rush hour and a desirable neighbourhoodmay look different at night.Be polite but don't feel uncomfortable looking around a house, it is a big investment to make, so it pays to be a littlenosey. Source: www.naea.co.uk

Why use Drewery Property Consultants?Established Agent: Drewery are the most established agent in the local area (est 1946) with a proventrack record and membership of the NAEA & ARLA.

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