Sold STC End of terrace

8 CHILTERN GARDENS

LUTON, LUTON LU4 9RL

2 beds 1 baths 39 m² Listed 14 Jul 2017 (-3260d)

£195,000

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# 2 bedroom end of terrace house for sale (LU4 9RL)

## Property Details

| Key | Value |
|-----|-------|
| Address | 8 CHILTERN GARDENS, LUTON, LUTON LU4 9RL |
| Price | £195,000 |
| Bedrooms | 2 |
| Bathrooms | 1 |
| Last sold | £187,000 Nov 2017 |

## Description

**SUMMARY**

An ideal investment opportunity for a two bedroom end of terrace property situated in Leagrave. The property comprises lounge, kitchen, rear garden, and allocated parking.

**DESCRIPTION**

An ideal investment opportunity for a two bedroom end of terrace property situated in Leagrave. The property comprises lounge, kitchen, rear garden, and allocated parking.

**Entrance Hall**

Double glazed door to front aspect. Electric storage heater.

**Lounge** 13' 1" x 11' 8" ( 3.99m x 3.56m )

Double glazed window to rear aspect. Double glazed door to rear aspect. Television and telephone points. Electric storage heater.

**Kitchen** 10' 3" x 6'  ( 3.12m x 1.83m )

Double glazed window to front aspect. Fitted kitchen comprising a range of wall and base units with work surfaces over incorporating a sink and drainer unit. Part tiling. Electric cooker point.

**First Floor Landing**

Stairs leading from hall. Loft access.

**Bedroom One** 11' 8" x 9' 1" ( 3.56m x 2.77m )

Double glazed window to rear aspect. Electric storage heater.

**Bedroom Two** 11' 8" max x 7' 5" max ( 3.56m max x 2.26m max )

Double glazed window to front aspect. Television point. Storage cupboard.

**Bathroom**

Double glazed window to side aspect. Suite comprising bath with shower attachment, wash hand basin and low level wc. Part tiling.

**Front Garden**

Lawn area.

**Rear Garden**

Laid to lawn with a patio area. Access to front.

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: These particulars do not constitute part or all of an offer or contract.

3: The measurements indicated are supplied for guidance only and as such must be considered incorrect.

4: Potential buyers are advised to recheck the measurements before committing to any expense.

5: Connells has not tested any apparatus, equipment, fixtures, fittings or services and it is the buyers interests to check the working condition of any appliances.

6: Connells has not sought to verify the legal title of the property and the buyers must obtain verification from their solicitor.

## Property Photos

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## FENSA Certificates

This property has 1 FENSA certificate(s) on record.

### FENSA Certificate #12654854
- **Address:** 8 Chiltern Gardens, Waller Avenue, LU4 9RL
- **Certificate Issued:** 20/11/2017
- **Work Completed:** 25/08/2015
- **Items:** 4 window(s), 2 door(s)

## Sales History

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

| Address | Price | Date | Type |
|---------|-------|------|------|
| 8 CHILTERN GARDENS, LUTON, LU4 9RL | £187,000 | 17/11/2017 | Terraced |
| 8 CHILTERN GARDENS, LUTON, LU4 9RL | £55,500 | 25/02/2000 | Terraced |

## Sold Comparables

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

| Address | Price | Date | Type |
|---------|-------|------|------|
| 139 BEECHWOOD ROAD, LUTON, LU4 9RX | £125,000 | 28/11/2025 | Terraced |
| 55 PEMBROKE AVENUE, LUTON, LU4 9BH | £260,000 | 20/11/2023 | Terraced |
| 25 SEATON ROAD, LUTON, LU4 9SL | £319,000 | 03/11/2023 | Terraced |
| 125 TENBY DRIVE, LUTON, LU4 9BL | £230,000 | 29/03/2023 | Terraced |
| 139 BEECHWOOD ROAD, LUTON, LU4 9RX | £141,600 | 23/03/2023 | Terraced |
| 167 TENBY DRIVE, LUTON, LU4 9BN | £325,000 | 20/12/2022 | Terraced |
| 19 PEMBROKE AVENUE, LUTON, LU4 9BH | £318,000 | 09/12/2022 | Terraced |
| 14 DAWLISH ROAD, LUTON, LU4 9SD | £330,000 | 02/11/2022 | Terraced |
| 92 WALLER AVENUE, LUTON, LU4 9RR | £270,000 | 31/10/2022 | Terraced |
| 6 MALHAM CLOSE, LUTON, LU4 8PH | £190,000 | 12/10/2022 | Terraced |
| 36 LEAFIELD, LUTON, LU3 2SB | £285,000 | 23/09/2022 | Terraced |
| 202 BEECHWOOD ROAD, LUTON, LU4 9SA | £230,000 | 08/09/2022 | Terraced |
| 86 TENBY DRIVE, LUTON, LU4 9BN | £315,000 | 18/07/2022 | Terraced |
| 34 BEECHWOOD ROAD, LUTON, LU4 8RP | £220,000 | 08/07/2022 | Terraced |
| 17 MALHAM CLOSE, LUTON, LU4 8PH | £260,000 | 27/05/2022 | Terraced |
| 29 CHILTERN GARDENS, LUTON, LU4 9RL | £178,500 | 25/04/2022 | Terraced |
| 3 BODMIN ROAD, LUTON, LU4 9BW | £307,700 | 11/04/2022 | Terraced |
| 198 BEECHWOOD ROAD, LUTON, LU4 9SA | £200,000 | 25/02/2022 | Terraced |
| 19 BODMIN ROAD, LUTON, LU4 9BW | £280,500 | 17/01/2022 | Terraced |
| 38 LEAFIELD, LUTON, LU3 2SB | £265,000 | 04/01/2022 | Terraced |

**Area average:** £252,515 (20 sales)

## Price vs local average

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

- **Local average:** £275,560 (25 Terraced, LU4, 2024–2026)
- **Deviation:** -29.2%

## Rental Range

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

- **Low:** £1,093/mo
- **Realistic:** £1,214/mo
- **Optimistic:** £1,335/mo

## LHA (Local Housing Allowance)

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

- **LHA floor (this property size):** £873/mo

## 1% Rule

- **Rent ratio:** 0.62% (weak for cashflow)
- **Max investor price (0.8%):** £151,750
- **Target investor price (1%):** £121,400

*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:** 18.5%
- **10y growth:** 39.6%

## House Price Index (HM Land Registry)

*Official index for Luton; Terraced series; as of March 2026.*

- **1y growth (index):** -1.8%
- **5y growth (index):** 15.1%
- **10y growth (index):** 33.6%

## Flood risk

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

[Check long-term flood risk (GOV.UK)](https://check-long-term-flood-risk.service.gov.uk/postcode)

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Property details

Tenure

FREEHOLD

Floor area

39 m²

Last sold

£187,000 Nov 2017

Local average

£275,560 (-29.2%)

Deprivation

Decile 4 (10,695 of 33,755)

Street crime

310 incidents within 1 mile (Apr 2026)

Key features

Two bedrooms
End of terrace
Allocated parking
No upper chain
Leagrave area of Luton

Additional details

Heating: Night storage
Parking: Yes, Off street
Garden: Yes

Description

SUMMARY
An ideal investment opportunity for a two bedroom end of terrace property situated in Leagrave. The property comprises lounge, kitchen, rear garden, and allocated parking.

DESCRIPTION
An ideal investment opportunity for a two bedroom end of terrace property situated in Leagrave. The property comprises lounge, kitchen, rear garden, and allocated parking.

Entrance Hall
Double glazed door to front aspect. Electric storage heater.

Lounge 13' 1" x 11' 8" ( 3.99m x 3.56m )
Double glazed window to rear aspect. Double glazed door to rear aspect. Television and telephone points. Electric storage heater.

Kitchen 10' 3" x 6' ( 3.12m x 1.83m )
Double glazed window to front aspect. Fitted kitchen comprising a range of wall and base units with work surfaces over incorporating a sink and drainer unit. Part tiling. Electric cooker point.

First Floor Landing
Stairs leading from hall. Loft access.

Bedroom One 11' 8" x 9' 1" ( 3.56m x 2.77m )
Double glazed window to rear aspect. Electric storage heater.

Bedroom Two 11' 8" max x 7' 5" max ( 3.56m max x 2.26m max )
Double glazed window to front aspect. Television point. Storage cupboard.

Bathroom
Double glazed window to side aspect. Suite comprising bath with shower attachment, wash hand basin and low level wc. Part tiling.

Front Garden
Lawn area.

Rear Garden
Laid to lawn with a patio area. Access to front.

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: These particulars do not constitute part or all of an offer or contract.
3: The measurements indicated are supplied for guidance only and as such must be considered incorrect.
4: Potential buyers are advised to recheck the measurements before committing to any expense.
5: Connells has not tested any apparatus, equipment, fixtures, fittings or services and it is the buyers interests to check the working condition of any appliances.
6: Connells has not sought to verify the legal title of the property and the buyers must obtain verification from their solicitor.

Listed by

Leagrave

Connells

Reference: 60918493

EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost

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Flood risk

Zone: 1

Risk: Low

Job (default Low)

FENSA Certificates

This property has 1 FENSA certificate(s) on record, indicating window/door installations by FENSA-approved installers.

FENSA Certificate #12654854

Property Details

Street: 8 Chiltern Gardens

Town: Waller Avenue

Postcode: LU4 9RL

Installation Details

Items: 4 windows and 2 doors

Certificate Issued: 20/11/2017

Work Completed: 25/08/2015

This certificate data was retrieved from FENSA's database

What is FENSA? FENSA (Fenestration Self-Assessment Scheme) is a government-authorised scheme that monitors building regulation compliance for replacement windows and doors. Certificates indicate that work was completed by FENSA-approved installers.

Price history

237% since 2000

Event	Date	Price	% change
Sold	17/11/2017 (8 years ago)	£187,000	+236.9%
Sold	25/02/2000 (26 years ago)	£55,500	—

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
139 BEECHWOOD ROAD, LUTON, LU4 9RX	£125,000	28/11/2025	Terraced
55 PEMBROKE AVENUE, LUTON, LU4 9BH	£260,000	20/11/2023	Terraced
25 SEATON ROAD, LUTON, LU4 9SL	£319,000	03/11/2023	Terraced
125 TENBY DRIVE, LUTON, LU4 9BL	£230,000	29/03/2023	Terraced
139 BEECHWOOD ROAD, LUTON, LU4 9RX	£141,600	23/03/2023	Terraced
167 TENBY DRIVE, LUTON, LU4 9BN	£325,000	20/12/2022	Terraced
19 PEMBROKE AVENUE, LUTON, LU4 9BH	£318,000	09/12/2022	Terraced
14 DAWLISH ROAD, LUTON, LU4 9SD	£330,000	02/11/2022	Terraced
92 WALLER AVENUE, LUTON, LU4 9RR	£270,000	31/10/2022	Terraced
6 MALHAM CLOSE, LUTON, LU4 8PH	£190,000	12/10/2022	Terraced
36 LEAFIELD, LUTON, LU3 2SB	£285,000	23/09/2022	Terraced
202 BEECHWOOD ROAD, LUTON, LU4 9SA	£230,000	08/09/2022	Terraced
86 TENBY DRIVE, LUTON, LU4 9BN	£315,000	18/07/2022	Terraced
34 BEECHWOOD ROAD, LUTON, LU4 8RP	£220,000	08/07/2022	Terraced
17 MALHAM CLOSE, LUTON, LU4 8PH	£260,000	27/05/2022	Terraced
29 CHILTERN GARDENS, LUTON, LU4 9RL	£178,500	25/04/2022	Terraced
3 BODMIN ROAD, LUTON, LU4 9BW	£307,700	11/04/2022	Terraced
198 BEECHWOOD ROAD, LUTON, LU4 9SA	£200,000	25/02/2022	Terraced
19 BODMIN ROAD, LUTON, LU4 9BW	£280,500	17/01/2022	Terraced
38 LEAFIELD, LUTON, LU3 2SB	£265,000	04/01/2022	Terraced

Area average: £252,515 (20 sales)

Capital growth trend

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

5y growth 18.5%

10y growth 39.6%

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

1y (index) -1.8%

5y (index) 15.1%

10y (index) 33.6%

Rental Range

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

Low £1,093/mo

Realistic £1,214/mo

Optimistic £1,335/mo

Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → Luton.

LHA (30th percentile) floor for Luton: £873/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)

Location

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Nearby

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

Type	Name	Distance
Shop	Waller Avenue Motors	0.1 miles
Shop	Grand Bazar	0.2 miles
Bus stop	Maidenhall Beechwood	0.2 miles
Train station	Leagrave	0.7 miles
Hospital	Luton and Dunstable Hospital	1.1 miles
Hospital	Widecombe Nursing Home	1.6 miles
Train station	Luton	1.8 miles
University	University of Bedfordshire	2.2 miles
University	University of Bedfordshire Luton Campus	2.2 miles

Street-level crime

Category	Count
Violence and sexual offences	124
Anti-social behaviour	51
Criminal damage and arson	27
Vehicle crime	21
Other theft	19
Drugs	18
Public order	18
Other crime	11
Shoplifting	8
Burglary	5
Possession of weapons	5
Robbery	2
Theft from the person	1
Total incidents	310

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
Norton Road Primary School	Primary	0.3 miles	Good — 13 May 2024
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School	Primary	0.4 miles	Good — 6 Dec 2017
Beechwood Primary School	Primary	0.4 miles	Good — 14 Oct 2019
Jamiatul Uloom Al - Islamia	Other	0.5 miles	Good — 1 Aug 2022
Downside Primary School	Primary	0.6 miles	Good — 5 Jun 2015

Rental Comparables

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Rent-driven metrics

Based on Area rent estimate.

Rent ratio 0.62%

Max investor price (0.8%) £151,750

Target investor price (1%) £121,400

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).