Sold STC Semi-detached

7 LIBENETH ROAD

NEWPORT, NEWPORT NP19 9AP

2 beds 1 baths 69 m² Listed 30 Jan 2025 (-499d)

£170,000

Reduced on 27 Nov 2024

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Property details

Tenure

FREEHOLD

Floor area

69 m²

Last sold

£165,000 Feb 2025

Local average

£238,206 (-28.6%)

Street crime

0 incidents within 1 mile (Apr 2026)

Key features

  • WELL PRESENTED HOME WITH NO CHAIN
  • TWO SPACE RECEPTION ROOMS
  • LARGE REAR GARDEN
  • NATURALLY BRIGHT THROUGHOUT
  • MODERN KITCHEN AND BATHROOM

Additional details

Parking
Yes
Garden
Yes

Description

SUMMARY
We are pleased to introduce this attractive, semi-detached property for sale, situated on Libeneth Road in Newport. The property is in good condition, presenting a fantastic opportunity for those seeking a well-maintained and inviting home.


DESCRIPTION
We are pleased to introduce this attractive, semi-detached property for sale, situated on Libeneth Road in Newport. The property is in good condition, presenting a fantastic opportunity for those seeking a well-maintained and inviting home.

This property boasts two double bedrooms, both bathed in ample natural light, offering a comfortable and serene environment. The well-presented kitchen, with its natural light and dining space, offers a warm atmosphere perfect for meal times and social gatherings. The property also benefits from two reception rooms: a spacious living room adorned with a bay window, and a versatile dining room that could also serve as a cosy sitting room.

One of the standout features of this property is its large enclosed rear garden with gated side access. This outdoor space provides an ideal setting for relaxation, outdoor dining, and entertaining guests during the warmer months. Furthermore, the property offers ample on-road parking, adding to its convenience.

Located close to public transport links and local amenities, this property ensures you are never too far from what you need. Whether it's commuting to work, heading to the local shops, or enjoying the local eateries, everything is within easy reach.

The property is offered with no onward chain, allowing for a potential speedy transaction. Bright and well presented throughout, this home is truly a gem in the heart of Newport, promising a harmonious blend of comfort and convenience.

Hall 

Living Room 10' 10" x 10' 7" ( 3.30m x 3.23m )
Into Alcove, Excluding Bay

Dining Room 12' 2" x 9' 5" ( 3.71m x 2.87m )
Into Alcove

Kitchen / Breakfast Room 18' 3" x 8' 5" ( 5.56m x 2.57m )
Max Measurements

W.C. 5' 3" x 2' 3" ( 1.60m x 0.69m )

Landing 

Bedroom One 11' 1" x 16' ( 3.38m x 4.88m )
Into Alcove

Bedroom Two 12' 4" x 9' 5" ( 3.76m x 2.87m )
Into Alcove

Bathroom 8' 8" x 6' 2" ( 2.64m x 1.88m )



1. MONEY LAUNDERING REGULATIONS: Intending purchasers will be asked to produce identification documentation at a later stage and we would ask for your co-operation in order that there will be no delay in agreeing the sale.
2. General: While we endeavour to make our sales particulars fair, accurate and reliable, they are only a general guide to the property and, accordingly, if there is any point which is of particular importance to you, please contact the office and we will be pleased to check the position for you, especially if you are contemplating travelling some distance to view the property.
3. The measurements indicated are supplied for guidance only and as such must be considered incorrect.
4. Services: Please note we have not tested the services or any of the equipment or appliances in this property, accordingly we strongly advise prospective buyers to commission their own survey or service reports before finalising their offer to purchase.
5. THESE PARTICULARS ARE ISSUED IN GOOD FAITH BUT DO NOT CONSTITUTE REPRESENTATIONS OF FACT OR FORM PART OF ANY OFFER OR CONTRACT. THE MATTERS REFERRED TO IN THESE PARTICULARS SHOULD BE INDEPENDENTLY VERIFIED BY PROSPECTIVE BUYERS OR TENANTS. NEITHER PETER ALAN NOR ANY OF ITS EMPLOYEES OR AGENTS HAS ANY AUTHORITY TO MAKE OR GIVE ANY REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY WHATEVER IN RELATION TO THIS PROPERTY.

Listed by

Newport

Peter Alan - Connells

Reference: 157586270

EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost

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Flood risk

Zone: 1

Risk: Low

Job (default Low)

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Price history

230% since 2015

Event Date Price % change
Sold 21/02/2025 (1 year ago) £165,000 +73.7%
Sold 04/11/2016 (9 years ago) £95,000 +90%
Sold 11/06/2015 (11 years ago) £50,000

Source: HM Land Registry Price Paid Data. Crown copyright.

Sold Comparables

Same street and nearby sales within 0.25 miles (last 5 years). Data from Land Registry Price Paid.

Address Price Date Type
10 ARMSTRONG CLOSE, NEWPORT, NP19 4SG £217,500 09/01/2026 Semi-detached
17 CAMPERDOWN ROAD, NEWPORT, NP19 0JF £260,000 24/05/2024 Semi-detached
Same street 35 FLAT 2 LIBENETH ROAD, NEWPORT, NP19 9AP £68,750 07/11/2023 Flat
Same street 35 FLAT 1 LIBENETH ROAD, NEWPORT, NP19 9AP £56,250 07/11/2023 Flat
35 SOMERTON ROAD, NEWPORT, NP19 0JD £215,000 12/05/2023 Semi-detached
53 COLLINGWOOD CRESCENT, NEWPORT, NP19 0JW £135,000 03/05/2023 Semi-detached
8 HAWTHORNE FOSSE, NEWPORT, NP19 9AB £140,000 09/12/2022 Semi-detached
49 SYCAMORE AVENUE, NEWPORT, NP19 9AJ £140,000 02/12/2022 Semi-detached
8 SYCAMORE AVENUE, NEWPORT, NP19 9AF £185,000 23/09/2022 Semi-detached
6 HAWTHORNE FOSSE, NEWPORT, NP19 9AB £130,000 19/08/2022 Semi-detached
9 COLLINGWOOD CLOSE, NEWPORT, NP19 0JB £184,000 15/07/2022 Semi-detached
33 SOMERTON ROAD, NEWPORT, NP19 0JD £200,000 28/04/2022 Semi-detached
82 SYCAMORE AVENUE, NEWPORT, NP19 9AJ £190,000 29/11/2021 Semi-detached
Same street 41 LIBENETH ROAD, NEWPORT, NP19 9AP £85,000 19/11/2021 Terraced

Street average: £70,000 (3 sales)

Area average: £181,500 (11 sales)

Capital growth trend

Land Registry outcode average: last 12 months vs 5y and 10y ago (from sold prices).

5y growth 21.4%
10y growth 72.3%

House Price Index (HM Land Registry — official index, not sold-price averages): Newport. Series: Semi-detached. As of March 2026.

1y (index) 6.2%
5y (index) 25.2%
10y (index) 76.3%

Rental Range

Estimated market rent for Newport. Low = conservative, Realistic = average, Optimistic = best case.

Low £858/mo
Realistic £953/mo
Optimistic £1,048/mo

Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → Newport.

LHA (30th percentile) floor for Herefordshire: £598/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)

Location

Nearby

Nearest stations, universities and amenities (distance from property).

Type Name Distance
Shop Shier's Newport MOT & Repair Centre 0.1 miles
Bus stop Black Horse Inn (NW-bound) 0.2 miles
Bus stop Black Horse Inn (SE-bound) 0.2 miles
Shop Cabin Salon 0.2 miles
Hospital Minor Injuries Unit 1.6 miles
Train station Newport 1.8 miles
Hospital St Anne's Hospice 3.1 miles
Train station Pye Corner 3.5 miles
University University of South Wales 9.3 miles

Street-level crime

Category Count
Total incidents 0

Within 1 mile during Apr 2026. Source: data.police.uk (England & Wales).

Schools nearby

Nearest open schools with Ofsted ratings (England). Closed schools are not shown. Data from Get Information about Schools and Ofsted.

Name Type Distance Ofsted
Somerton Primary School Other 0.2 miles (No rating)
Alway Primary Other 0.3 miles (No rating)
Catch22 Include Wales Other 0.4 miles (No rating)
St Patrick's R.C. Primary School Other 0.4 miles (No rating)
Lliswerry Infant School Other 0.4 miles (No rating)

Rental Comparables

Residential lets from OpenRent and Rightmove for the area (same bedroom count). Use to validate rent estimates. Student lets are excluded.

Title Rent Beds Distance As seen on
2 Bed Terraced House, Oakley Street, NP19 £1,000/mo 2 0.55 miles OpenRent
2 Bed Flat, Chepstow Road, NP19 £900/mo 2 0.81 miles OpenRent
2 Bed Flat, Chepstow Road, NP19 £897/mo 2 0.82 miles OpenRent

Average rent: £932/mo (3 listings)

Rent-driven metrics

Based on OpenRent comparables.

Rent ratio 0.53%
Max investor price (0.8%) £112,500
Target investor price (1%) £90,000
Gross yield 6.4%
Cost-to-rent ratio 15.7×
Monthly cashflow £116/mo 75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term
Cash-on-cash ROI 2.8%
  • Rent ratio — Monthly rent ÷ purchase price (1% rule). 1%+ = strong, 0.8–1% = okay, <0.8% = weak for cashflow.
  • Max investor price — Rent ÷ 0.8%; the price at which rent would be 0.8% of price (Stoke-style target).
  • Target investor price — Rent ÷ 1%; the price at which rent would be 1% of price (strong cashflow band).
  • Gross yield — Annual rent as % of purchase price (no costs).
  • Cost-to-rent — Price ÷ annual rent (from OpenRent comparables). Under 14× = strong, 14–16× = acceptable, 17×+ = compressed.
  • Cashflow — Rent minus mortgage, 10% maintenance, £25/mo compliance. Assumes 75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term.
  • ROI — Annual profit ÷ cash in (deposit + 4% purchase costs).