Sold STC Semi-detached

81 MARSHALLS DRIVE

ROMFORD, GREATER LONDON RM1 4JS

3 beds 1 baths 79 m² Listed 3 Feb 2025 (-495d)

£550,000

Guide Price

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# 3 bedroom semi-detached house for sale (RM1 4JS)

## Property Details

| Key | Value |
|-----|-------|
| Address | 81 MARSHALLS DRIVE, ROMFORD, GREATER LONDON RM1 4JS |
| Price | £550,000 |
| Bedrooms | 3 |
| Bathrooms | 1 |
| Council tax | D |
| Last sold | £560,000 Jun 2025 |

## EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost

- **Current rating:** B
- **Potential rating:** A
- **Expiry date:** 26/01/2035
- **Current heating cost:** £789/year
- **Est. upgrade cost to C:** £10,625

### Recommendations
- A (£100 - £350)
- W2 (£4,000 - £6,000)
- G (£350 - £450)
- N (£4,000 - £6,000)

[View full EPC on gov.uk](https://find-energy-certificate.service.gov.uk/energy-certificate/2180-5839-5050-9101-3225)

## Description

--- Guide Price: £550,000 to £575,000 ---

Situated in a sought-after neighbourhood, this delightful semi-detached house boasts three spacious bedrooms, making it perfect for families seeking a comfortable home. The property has been impeccably maintained, ensuring a welcoming ambiance upon entry.

Ample potential to enlarge further with your own drive to the side of the house and a rear garden measuring 76ft.  The adjoining semi has already completed a loft extention.

Equipped with 4.350 kW solar panels, an inverter, and 5.32kWh battery storage, this house offers eco-friendly living and reduced energy costs. The beautifully landscaped garden provides a serene setting for outdoor activities, while off-street parking eliminates parking concerns. Additionally, an outbuilding serves as a Gym, home office or a workshop.

The Elizabeth Line, A127, A12 and local busses are all accessable.  Located for Raphaels Park and Marshalls Park Senior School.

Don't miss out on the chance to call this charming property your own. Contact us today to arrange a viewing and discover the allure and warmth this home has to offer.

## Property Photos

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## Floorplans

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## EPC Graphs

- ![EPC Rating Graph](/listings/photos/157719467/303404) - EPC Rating Graph

## FENSA Certificates

This property has 6 FENSA certificate(s) on record.

### FENSA Certificate #14542828
- **Address:** 81 Marshalls Drive, ROMFORD, RM1 4JS
- **Certificate Issued:** 18/04/2021
- **Work Completed:** 08/12/2020
- **Items:** 3 window(s)

### FENSA Certificate #9277348
- **Address:** 81 Marshalls Drive, ROMFORD, RM1 4JS
- **Certificate Issued:** 12/04/2018
- **Work Completed:** 06/12/2012
- **Items:** 3 window(s)

### FENSA Certificate #14519998
- **Address:** 81 Marshalls Drive, ROMFORD, RM1 4JS
- **Certificate Issued:** 28/03/2021
- **Work Completed:** 22/03/2021
- **Items:** 1 window(s), 1 door(s)

### FENSA Certificate #3164306
- **Address:** 81 Marshalls Drive, ROMFORD, RM1 4JS
- **Certificate Issued:** 31/10/2005
- **Work Completed:** 05/10/2005
- **Items:** 1 window(s)

### FENSA Certificate #5437010
- **Address:** 81 Marshalls Drive, ROMFORD, RM1 4JS
- **Certificate Issued:** 11/02/2008
- **Work Completed:** 24/01/2008
- **Items:** 1 door(s)

### FENSA Certificate #7557851
- **Address:** 81 Marshalls Drive, ROMFORD, RM1 4JS
- **Certificate Issued:** 12/04/2018
- **Work Completed:** 23/07/2010
- **Items:** 1 door(s)

## Sales History

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

| Address | Price | Date | Type |
|---------|-------|------|------|
| 81 MARSHALLS DRIVE, ROMFORD, HAVERING, GREATER LONDON, RM1 4JS | £560,000 | 27/06/2025 | Semi-detached |
| 81 MARSHALLS DRIVE, ROMFORD, HAVERING, GREATER LONDON, RM1 4JS | £480,000 | 25/05/2018 | Semi-detached |

## Sold Comparables

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

| Address | Price | Date | Type |
|---------|-------|------|------|
| 184 PARKSIDE AVENUE, ROMFORD, HAVERING, GREATER LONDON, RM1 4NP | £550,000 | 05/01/2026 | Semi-detached |
| 155 PARKSIDE AVENUE, ROMFORD, HAVERING, GREATER LONDON, RM1 4NL | £595,000 | 17/12/2025 | Semi-detached |
| 174 PARKSIDE AVENUE, ROMFORD, HAVERING, GREATER LONDON, RM1 4NP | £480,000 | 02/12/2025 | Semi-detached |
| 2 FONTAYNE AVENUE, ROMFORD, HAVERING, GREATER LONDON, RM1 4NR | £280,000 | 27/10/2025 | Semi-detached |
| 23 HILL GROVE, ROMFORD, HAVERING, GREATER LONDON, RM1 4JP | £425,000 | 01/12/2023 | Semi-detached |
| 29 MARSHALLS DRIVE, ROMFORD, HAVERING, GREATER LONDON, RM1 4JR | £488,000 | 01/12/2023 | Semi-detached |
| 102 MASHITERS WALK, ROMFORD, HAVERING, GREATER LONDON, RM1 4BP | £550,000 | 30/08/2023 | Semi-detached |
| 34 HILL GROVE, ROMFORD, HAVERING, GREATER LONDON, RM1 4JP | £412,560 | 24/08/2023 | Semi-detached |
| 2 CEDRIC AVENUE, ROMFORD, HAVERING, GREATER LONDON, RM1 4JL | £700,000 | 16/02/2023 | Semi-detached |
| 6 FONTAYNE AVENUE, ROMFORD, HAVERING, GREATER LONDON, RM1 4NR | £430,000 | 20/12/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 186 PARKSIDE AVENUE, ROMFORD, HAVERING, GREATER LONDON, RM1 4NP | £550,000 | 15/12/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 27 HILL GROVE, ROMFORD, HAVERING, GREATER LONDON, RM1 4JP | £730,000 | 13/12/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 8 HILL GROVE, ROMFORD, HAVERING, GREATER LONDON, RM1 4JP | £546,000 | 18/11/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 16 FONTAYNE AVENUE, ROMFORD, HAVERING, GREATER LONDON, RM1 4NR | £470,000 | 31/10/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 26 HILL GROVE, ROMFORD, HAVERING, GREATER LONDON, RM1 4JP | £540,000 | 15/07/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 52 FONTAYNE AVENUE, ROMFORD, HAVERING, GREATER LONDON, RM1 4NR | £460,000 | 15/07/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 179 PARKSIDE AVENUE, ROMFORD, HAVERING, GREATER LONDON, RM1 4NL | £500,000 | 06/06/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 3 FONTAYNE AVENUE, ROMFORD, HAVERING, GREATER LONDON, RM1 4NS | £425,000 | 06/05/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 25 HILL GROVE, ROMFORD, HAVERING, GREATER LONDON, RM1 4JP | £460,000 | 18/02/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 1 FIR TREE CLOSE, ROMFORD, HAVERING, GREATER LONDON, RM1 4RU | £435,000 | 07/02/2022 | Semi-detached |

**Area average:** £501,328 (20 sales)

## Price vs local average

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

- **Local average:** £536,804 (25 Semi-detached, RM1, 2024–2026)
- **Deviation:** +2.5%

## Rental Range

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

- **Low:** £1,409/mo
- **Realistic:** £1,565/mo
- **Optimistic:** £1,722/mo

## LHA (Local Housing Allowance)

*VOA 30th percentile rent floor for Outer North East London (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026).*

- **LHA floor (this property size):** £1,496/mo

## 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 |
|------|------|------|------|------|
| 3 Bed Terraced House, Willow St, RM7 | £2,050/mo | 3 | 0.8 miles | OpenRent |

**Average rent: £2,050/mo (1 listing)**

## 1% Rule

- **Rent ratio:** 0.37% (weak for cashflow)
- **Max investor price (0.8%):** £256,250
- **Target investor price (1%):** £205,000

*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 OpenRent comparables.*

## Rent-driven metrics

*Based on OpenRent comparables (median £2,050/mo).*

- **Gross yield:** 4.5%
- **Cost-to-rent:** 22.4×
- **Monthly cashflow:** £-346/mo (75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term)
- **Cash-on-cash ROI:** -2.6%

*Gross yield = annual rent as % of price (no costs). Cost-to-rent = price ÷ annual rent (from OpenRent comparables); under 14× = strong, 14–16× = acceptable, 17×+ = compressed. Cashflow = rent − 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).*

## Price per Square Metre

- **£/m²:** £6,962/m²

## Capital growth trend

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

- **5y growth:** 22.1%
- **10y growth:** 13.6%

## House Price Index (HM Land Registry)

*Official index for Havering; Semi-detached series; as of March 2026.*

- **1y growth (index):** 1.6%
- **5y growth (index):** 18.2%
- **10y growth (index):** 35.9%

## 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

79 m²

Council tax band

EPC rating

Last sold

£560,000 Jun 2025

Price per m²

£6,962/m²

Local average

£536,804 (+2.5%)

Deprivation

Decile 10 (31,680 of 33,755)

Street crime

421 incidents within 1 mile (Apr 2026)

Key features

4.350 kW Solar Panel
5.32kWh Battery Storage
Potential
Elizabeth Line
Ground Floor WC
Great Plot

Additional details

Parking: Yes
Garden: Yes

Description

--- Guide Price: £550,000 to £575,000 ---

Situated in a sought-after neighbourhood, this delightful semi-detached house boasts three spacious bedrooms, making it perfect for families seeking a comfortable home. The property has been impeccably maintained, ensuring a welcoming ambiance upon entry.

Ample potential to enlarge further with your own drive to the side of the house and a rear garden measuring 76ft. The adjoining semi has already completed a loft extention.

Equipped with 4.350 kW solar panels, an inverter, and 5.32kWh battery storage, this house offers eco-friendly living and reduced energy costs. The beautifully landscaped garden provides a serene setting for outdoor activities, while off-street parking eliminates parking concerns. Additionally, an outbuilding serves as a Gym, home office or a workshop.

The Elizabeth Line, A127, A12 and local busses are all accessable. Located for Raphaels Park and Marshalls Park Senior School.

Don't miss out on the chance to call this charming property your own. Contact us today to arrange a viewing and discover the allure and warmth this home has to offer.

Listed by

at Gidea Park

Beresfords Residential

Reference: 157719467

EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost

Current rating: B

Potential rating: A

Inspection date: 27/01/2025

Expiry date: 26/01/2035

Current heating cost: £789/year

Potential heating cost: £655/year

Est. upgrade cost to C: £10,625

Recommendations

Increase loft insulation to 270 mm (£100 - £350)
Floor insulation (solid floor) (£4,000 - £6,000)
Upgrade heating controls (£350 - £450)
Solar water heating (£4,000 - £6,000)

View full EPC on gov.uk

Flood risk

Zone: 1

Risk: Low

Job (default Low)

Floorplans

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EPC Graphs

Certificate Issued: 12/04/2018

Work Completed: 23/07/2010

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

17% since 2018

Event	Date	Price	% change
Sold	27/06/2025 (11 months ago)	£560,000	+16.7%
Sold	25/05/2018 (8 years ago)	£480,000	—

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
184 PARKSIDE AVENUE, ROMFORD, HAVERING, GREATER LONDON, RM1 4NP	£550,000	05/01/2026	Semi-detached
155 PARKSIDE AVENUE, ROMFORD, HAVERING, GREATER LONDON, RM1 4NL	£595,000	17/12/2025	Semi-detached
174 PARKSIDE AVENUE, ROMFORD, HAVERING, GREATER LONDON, RM1 4NP	£480,000	02/12/2025	Semi-detached
2 FONTAYNE AVENUE, ROMFORD, HAVERING, GREATER LONDON, RM1 4NR	£280,000	27/10/2025	Semi-detached
23 HILL GROVE, ROMFORD, HAVERING, GREATER LONDON, RM1 4JP	£425,000	01/12/2023	Semi-detached
29 MARSHALLS DRIVE, ROMFORD, HAVERING, GREATER LONDON, RM1 4JR	£488,000	01/12/2023	Semi-detached
102 MASHITERS WALK, ROMFORD, HAVERING, GREATER LONDON, RM1 4BP	£550,000	30/08/2023	Semi-detached
34 HILL GROVE, ROMFORD, HAVERING, GREATER LONDON, RM1 4JP	£412,560	24/08/2023	Semi-detached
2 CEDRIC AVENUE, ROMFORD, HAVERING, GREATER LONDON, RM1 4JL	£700,000	16/02/2023	Semi-detached
6 FONTAYNE AVENUE, ROMFORD, HAVERING, GREATER LONDON, RM1 4NR	£430,000	20/12/2022	Semi-detached
186 PARKSIDE AVENUE, ROMFORD, HAVERING, GREATER LONDON, RM1 4NP	£550,000	15/12/2022	Semi-detached
27 HILL GROVE, ROMFORD, HAVERING, GREATER LONDON, RM1 4JP	£730,000	13/12/2022	Semi-detached
8 HILL GROVE, ROMFORD, HAVERING, GREATER LONDON, RM1 4JP	£546,000	18/11/2022	Semi-detached
16 FONTAYNE AVENUE, ROMFORD, HAVERING, GREATER LONDON, RM1 4NR	£470,000	31/10/2022	Semi-detached
26 HILL GROVE, ROMFORD, HAVERING, GREATER LONDON, RM1 4JP	£540,000	15/07/2022	Semi-detached
52 FONTAYNE AVENUE, ROMFORD, HAVERING, GREATER LONDON, RM1 4NR	£460,000	15/07/2022	Semi-detached
179 PARKSIDE AVENUE, ROMFORD, HAVERING, GREATER LONDON, RM1 4NL	£500,000	06/06/2022	Semi-detached
3 FONTAYNE AVENUE, ROMFORD, HAVERING, GREATER LONDON, RM1 4NS	£425,000	06/05/2022	Semi-detached
25 HILL GROVE, ROMFORD, HAVERING, GREATER LONDON, RM1 4JP	£460,000	18/02/2022	Semi-detached
1 FIR TREE CLOSE, ROMFORD, HAVERING, GREATER LONDON, RM1 4RU	£435,000	07/02/2022	Semi-detached

Area average: £501,328 (20 sales)

Capital growth trend

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

5y growth 22.1%

10y growth 13.6%

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

1y (index) 1.6%

5y (index) 18.2%

10y (index) 35.9%

Rental Range

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

Low £1,409/mo

Realistic £1,565/mo

Optimistic £1,722/mo

Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → Havering.

LHA (30th percentile) floor for Outer North East London: £1,496/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)

Location

Map view View on Google Maps View on OpenStreetMap Street View RM1 4JS

Nearby

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

Type	Name	Distance
Bus stop	Hail & Ride Marshalls Park Academy	0.1 miles
Shop	McIntosh News	0.2 miles
Shop	Unknown	0.3 miles
Hospital	Victoria Hospital	0.5 miles
Train station	Romford	1.0 miles
Train station	Gidea Park	1.1 miles
Hospital	Queens Hospital	1.4 miles
University	University of East London	7.7 miles

Street-level crime

Category	Count
Violence and sexual offences	100
Shoplifting	82
Anti-social behaviour	64
Public order	32
Criminal damage and arson	28
Vehicle crime	24
Drugs	22
Other theft	22
Robbery	16
Theft from the person	11
Burglary	8
Other crime	5
Possession of weapons	4
Bicycle theft	3
Total incidents	421

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
Marshalls Park Academy	Secondary	0.1 miles	Good — 4 Mar 2020
St Peter's Catholic Primary School	Primary	0.4 miles	Good — 19 Jan 2023
St Edward's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School	Primary	0.4 miles	— (Inspected (no overall grade))
Parklands Primary School	Primary	0.4 miles	Good — 9 Jun 2024
Rise Park Junior School	Primary	0.5 miles	Good — 16 Jan 2023

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
3 Bed Terraced House, Willow St, RM7	£2,050/mo	3	0.8 miles	OpenRent

Average rent: £2,050/mo (1 listing)

Rent-driven metrics

Based on OpenRent comparables.

Rent ratio 0.37%

Max investor price (0.8%) £256,250

Target investor price (1%) £205,000

Gross yield 4.5%

Cost-to-rent ratio 22.4×

Monthly cashflow £-346/mo 75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term

Cash-on-cash ROI -2.6%

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).