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The Painter is a charming semi-detached three-bedroom family home located in the desirable Leighton Buzzard area of Bedfordshire. Offering a well-designed layout across two floors, this property features a spacious kitchen/dining area with French doors opening onto a south-east facing garden, perfect for enjoying natural light and outdoor living. The ground floor also includes a comfortable living room and a convenient cloakroom, while upstairs benefits from three bedrooms, including a master with an en-suite, and a family bathroom. This home is ideal for families or professionals seeking a balance of comfort, style, and practicality within a thriving community.

Property Features

This property boasts a south-east facing garden that captures morning and early afternoon sunlight, enhancing outdoor enjoyment. The fitted kitchen/dining room is spacious and bright, ideal for family meals and entertaining. The master bedroom benefits from an en-suite bathroom, adding privacy and convenience. Additional features include a handy cloakroom on the ground floor, useful storage spaces, double glazing, and efficient gas central heating, ensuring comfort throughout the year.

South-East Facing GardenEn-suite BathroomFitted KitchenCloakroomStore RoomSemi-Detached+2

Local Amenities

Situated in Leighton Buzzard, the property benefits from excellent local amenities including the Leighton Buzzard Railway Station, providing direct links to London Euston in under 40 minutes, ideal for commuters. Educational needs are well served by nearby schools such as Leighton Buzzard High School and Cedars Upper School, both highly regarded. The town centre offers a variety of shops, supermarkets like Asda, and leisure facilities including Pages Park. Healthcare needs are covered by local GP surgeries, making this location convenient for families and professionals alike.

Leighton Buzzard Railway StationLeighton Buzzard High SchoolCedars Upper SchoolAsda SuperstoreLeighton Buzzard Town CentrePages Park+1
Leighton Buzzard Train Station (1.5 miles, 6 mins drive) • 40 mins to London

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Total Price£400,000
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Legal Fees£2,000
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International Suitability

Attractive Opportunity
75/100
ChallengingModerateGoodExcellent
Strong commuter links to London
Good local schools
Stable property market with moderate growth
Limited international community presence

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Purchase Costs (Non-UK Resident)
Total Price£400,000
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Legal Fees (Intl Complex)£3,500
AML & ID Verification£500
Bank Transfer Fees£1,000
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+2% Stamp DutyAdditional surcharge for non-UK residents on property purchases
Higher DepositMost lenders require 25-40% deposit for non-UK residents
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Investment Analytics

Key metrics for investors & buyers
Gross Rental Yield
5.0%
Based on £1,667/mo rent
Area Price Growth
+1.4%
Average annual increase
5-Year Value Forecast
£428,795
+£28,795 projected gain
5-Year Rent Forecast
£1,980/mo
Based on 3.5% annual growth
Price per Sq Ft£444
Annual Rent Income£20,004
10-Year ROI200%
Break-Even Point22 yrs

Property Value Projection

Based on 1.4% annual growth
£428,795
5yr
£459,663
10yr
£492,753
15yr
£528,225
20yr
£566,251
25yr
Current: £400,000

Monthly Rental Income

Based on 3.5% annual growth
£1,980
5yr
£2,351
10yr
£2,793
15yr
£3,317
20yr
£3,940
25yr
Current: £1,667/mo
* Projections are estimates based on historical market data and are not guaranteed. Past performance does not indicate future results.

Property Features

Local Area & Amenities

Floorplans

Ground Floor

Property Floorplan

Site Plan

Site Plan

Location

Commute Time Planner

London Euston
40 mins
1h 5m
Luton Airport
N/A
20 mins

Sun Path & Natural LightAI generated - Estimated

NESW
South-East-Facing Excellent
7h
Garden Sun (Summer)
Yes
Morning Sun
No
Afternoon Sun

Room-by-Room Light Analysis

Living Room
Morning Moderate
Afternoon Low
Evening Low
Kitchen/Dining
Morning Good
Afternoon Excellent
Evening Good
Bedroom 1
Morning Good
Afternoon Moderate
Evening Low
Bedroom 2
Morning Moderate
Afternoon Good
Evening Low
Bedroom 3
Morning Moderate
Afternoon Good
Evening Low

Location Scores

68
Walk Score
Somewhat Walkable
55
Transit Score
Good Transit
60
Bike Score
Bikeable
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Future Developments Nearby

Commercial & Residential+Positive Impact
Leighton Buzzard Town Centre Regeneration
1 mileEst. 2025
* Information based on local planning applications and may be subject to change
£400,000
Available
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The Painter

Leighton Buzzard, Bedfordshire, LU7 3SW
Chamberlains Heath
3
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
900
Est. Sq ft
semi detached
Type

Developer

Bellway
Available Plot Numbers
53
1 plot(s) available
Ownershipfreehold

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