# 2 bedroom apartment for sale (NN2 7JW)

## Property Details

| Key | Value |
|-----|-------|
| Address | 18, PHIPPSVILLE COURT, ST MATTHEWS PARADE, NORTHAMPTON, NORTHAMPTONSHIRE NN2 7JW |
| Price | £99,950 |
| Bedrooms | 2 |
| Last sold | £87,500 Dec 2012 |

## Description

A second floor purpose built, two bedroom apartment overlooking         St Matthews Church and close to all amenities. 

Secure communal entrance hall, hall, lounge, kitchen, two bedrooms, bathroom, separate WC.  Replacement Upvc double glazed windows, gas fired radiator central heating.   

Single garage within private parking area.

Communal Entrance HallIntercom entry system.

HallIntercom entry phone.  Cloaks cupboard, radiator, skylight window.

Lounge5.74m(18'10'') x 3.63m(11'11'')

Radiator, telephone and television points.  Upvc window overlooking St Matthews Church.

Kitchen4.19m(13'9'') x 2.51m(8'3'')

Fitted with base and eye level units, working surfaces incorporating a sink unit with drainer to one side and mixer tap over.  Cooker.  Space for fridge/freezer and washing machine.  Wall mounted boiler installed in 2009.  Radiator.  Upvc window overlooking St Matthews Church.

Bedroom One4.01m(13'2'') x 3.10m(10'2'')

Built-in double wardrobe, radiator, telephone point.  Upvc window to rear aspect.

Bedroom Two3.12m(10'3'') x 2.51m(8'3'')

Fitted double wardrobe, radiator.  Upvc window to rear aspect.

Bathroom1.68m(5'6'') x 1.42m(4'8'')

Panelled-in bath, vanity unit with inset wash basin.   Wall mounted Dimplex heater, electric shaver point.   Linen cupboard with shelving and chrome heated towel rail.  Skylight window.

Adjoining Separate WcLow level WC.

OutsideCommunal gardens.  The single garage, within a private parking area to the rear, with an up and over door.

LeaseLease - 99 years from March 1970.

Service Charge - £475.90 six monthly in advance due March and September.

Ground Rent - £14.00 per half year.

FloorplanHowkins & Harrison provide these plans for reference only - they are not to scale.

ViewingStrictly by prior appointment via the agents.  01604 823456.

Fixtures And FittingsOnly those items in the nature of fixtures and fittings mentioned in these particulars are included in the sale.  Other items are specifically excluded.  None of the appliances have been tested by the agents and they are not certified or warranted in any way.

ServicesNone of the available services have been tested and purchasers should note that it is their specific responsibility to make their own enquiries of the appropriate authorities as to the location, adequacy and availability of mains water, electricity, gas and drainage services.

Local AuthorityNorthampton Borough Council Tel:01604-837837.

Energy Performance1. These particulars have been prepared in all good faith to give a fair overall view of the property.  If any points are particularly relevant to your interests in the property please ask for further information.

2. Nothing in these particulars shall be deemed to be a statement that the property is in good structural condition or otherwise, nor that any services, appliances, equipment or facilities are in good working order.  Purchasers should satisfy themselves on such matters prior to purchase.

3. The photograph/s depict only certain parts of the property.  It should not be assumed that any contents, furnishings/furniture etc. photographed are included in the sale.  It should not be assumed that the property remains as displayed in the photograph/s.  No assumptions should be made with regard to parts of the property that have not been photographed.  Please ask for further information if required.

4. Any areas, measurements or distances referred to are given as a GUIDE ONLY and are not precise.  If such details are fundamental to purchase, purchasers must rely on their own enquiries or those which can be performed by their appointed advisers.

5.  Where reference is made to planning permissions or potential uses, such information is given in good faith.  Purchasers should however make their own enquiries into such matters prior to purchase.

6. The particulars do not form part of an offer or contract and neither the Sole Agents nor their employees have any authority to make or give any representations or warranty whatever in relation to this property.

These particulars, whilst believed to be accurate are set out as a general outline only for guidance and do not constitute any part of an offer or contract. Intending purchasers should not rely on them as statements of representation of fact, but must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise as to their accuracy. No person in this firms employment has the authority to make or give any representation or warranty in respect of the property.

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## Sales History

*Recorded sales for this property. Data from Land Registry Price Paid.*

| Address | Price | Date | Type |
|---------|-------|------|------|
| PHIPPSVILLE COURT 18 ST MATTHEWS PARADE, NORTHAMPTON, NORTHAMPTONSHIRE, NN2 7JW | £87,500 | 19/12/2012 | Flat |

## Sold Comparables

*Same street and nearby sales within 0.25 miles. Data from Land Registry Price Paid. Last 5 years.*

| Address | Price | Date | Type |
|---------|-------|------|------|
| BRADFORD HOUSE, 44 FLAT 9 KINGSLEY ROAD, NORTHAMPTON, WEST NORTHAMPTONSHIRE, NN2 7BL | £150,000 | 19/12/2025 | Flat |
| PHIPPSVILLE COURT 7 ST MATTHEWS PARADE, NORTHAMPTON, WEST NORTHAMPTONSHIRE, NN2 7JW | £135,000 | 06/06/2025 | Flat |
| PHIPPSVILLE COURT 20 ST MATTHEWS PARADE, NORTHAMPTON, WEST NORTHAMPTONSHIRE, NN2 7JW | £114,000 | 19/05/2023 | Flat |
| PHIPPSVILLE COURT 22 ST MATTHEWS PARADE, NORTHAMPTON, WEST NORTHAMPTONSHIRE, NN2 7JW | £100,000 | 31/01/2023 | Flat |
| 4 FLAT 5 THE DRIVE, NORTHAMPTON, WEST NORTHAMPTONSHIRE, NN1 4RY | £166,000 | 25/11/2022 | Flat |
| 17 FLAT 3 THE DRIVE, NORTHAMPTON, WEST NORTHAMPTONSHIRE, NN1 4RY | £169,000 | 18/11/2022 | Flat |
| BRADFORD HOUSE, 44 FLAT 1 KINGSLEY ROAD, NORTHAMPTON, WEST NORTHAMPTONSHIRE, NN2 7BL | £150,000 | 15/07/2022 | Flat |
| 4 FLAT 6 THE DRIVE, NORTHAMPTON, WEST NORTHAMPTONSHIRE, NN1 4RY | £150,004 | 03/09/2021 | Flat |

**Area average:** £141,751 (8 sales)

## Price vs local average

*Outcode + property type (HousePrices, last 2 years).*

- **Local average:** £133,400 (15 Flat, NN2, 2024–2026)
- **Deviation:** -25.1%

## Rental Range

*ONS Price Index of Private Rents (West Northamptonshire). Low / Realistic / Optimistic = conservative / average / best case.*

- **Low:** £964/mo
- **Realistic:** £1,071/mo
- **Optimistic:** £1,178/mo

## LHA (Local Housing Allowance)

*VOA 30th percentile rent floor for Leicester (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026).*

- **LHA floor (this property size):** £648/mo

## 1% Rule

- **Rent ratio:** 1.07% (strong)
- **Max investor price (0.8%):** £133,875
- **Target investor price (1%):** £107,100

*Monthly rent ÷ price. 1%+ = strong, 0.8–1% = okay, <0.8% = weak. Max investor price = rent ÷ 0.8% (Stoke-style target). Target investor price = rent ÷ 1% (strong cashflow band). Based on Area rent estimate.*

## Capital growth trend

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

- **5y growth:** 15.7%
- **10y growth:** -14.9%

## House Price Index (HM Land Registry)

*Official index for West Northamptonshire; Flats and maisonettes series; as of March 2026.*

- **1y growth (index):** -2.6%
- **5y growth (index):** 4.2%
- **10y growth (index):** 25.1%

## Flood risk

- **Zone:** 1
- **Risk:** Low
- **Source:** Job (default Low)

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