# 3 bedroom bungalow for sale (RG42 6AU) ## Property Details | Key | Value | |-----|-------| | Address | YAFFLES, WARFIELD STREET, BRACKNELL, WARFIELD, BRACKNELL FOREST RG42 6AU | | Price | £700,000 | | Bedrooms | 3 | | Bathrooms | 2 | | Council tax | F | | Last sold | £490,000 Jun 2019 | ## EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost - **Current rating:** C - **Potential rating:** C - **Expiry date:** 10/05/2036 - **Current heating cost:** £1,086/year - **Est. upgrade cost to C:** £17,580 ### Recommendations - A (£900 - £1,200) - W2 (£5,000 - £10,000) - C (£20 - £40) - U (£8,000 - £10,000) [View full EPC on gov.uk](https://find-energy-certificate.service.gov.uk/energy-certificate/9891-3061-1205-3186-9204) ## Description Stunning three bedroom detached bungalow in the heart of Warfield Street (Former Old Post Office). This unique and beautifully proportioned three bedroom detached bungalow, formerly the old post office, is ideally positioned in the heart of Warfield Street and is offered to the market with no onward chain. The property is welcomed by an entrance hall featuring a striking double opening front door, creating an impressive and inviting first impression. The heart of the home is a stunning high specification kitchen, with island, complete with a separate utility area and dining space. This impressive open plan area features exposed beams and a vaulted ceiling, creating a real sense of character, light, and space. Both the kitchen and utility room provide direct access to the rear garden, enhancing the flow of indoor outdoor living. The property also benefits from a spacious lounge, complete with dual aspect windows that flood the space with natural light, along with a cosy log burner, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. There are three generous double bedrooms. Bedroom one benefits from a modern refitted en suite, while the two further double bedrooms are well proportioned and versatile, ideal for family, guests, or home office use. A contemporary family bathroom serves the remaining bedrooms. This rare bungalow combines character, space, and practicality in a highly desirable location, making it an exceptional opportunity for a wide range of buyers. The property enjoys an exceptional outdoor space, thoughtfully designed for both relaxation and entertaining. Sitting on an ample and beautifully maintained plot, the rear garden offers a superb blend of lifestyle and practicality. A standout feature is the stylish garden bar, creating the perfect setting for social gatherings and summer evenings. The garden is further enhanced by two useful sheds and a greenhouse, providing excellent storage and ideal space for gardening enthusiasts. Mature surroundings and well kept boundaries offer a good degree of privacy, while still feeling open and inviting. To the front, a generous driveway provides parking for multiple cars, completing this impressive external offering. Valuation/Market Appraisal Thinking of selling or struggling to sell? Get in contact with Bridges your experienced, local agents and book your free valuation now! ## Property Photos - ![Picture 1](/listings/photos/174792365/1609679) - Picture 1 - ![Shots From Kitchen](/listings/photos/174792365/1609687) - Shots From Kitchen - ![Kitchen/B'fast Room](/listings/photos/174792365/1609689) - Kitchen/B'fast Room - ![Dining](/listings/photos/174792365/1609697) - Dining - ![Shots From Living Rm](/listings/photos/174792365/1609704) - Shots From Living Rm - ![Bedroom 1](/listings/photos/174792365/1609711) - Bedroom 1 - ![Patio Seating Area](/listings/photos/174792365/1609713) - Patio Seating Area - ![Ensuite To Bed 1](/listings/photos/174792365/1609714) - Ensuite To Bed 1 - ![Bedroom 2](/listings/photos/174792365/1609715) - Bedroom 2 - ![Bedroom 3](/listings/photos/174792365/1609716) - Bedroom 3 - ![Bathroom](/listings/photos/174792365/1609717) - Bathroom - ![Living Room](/listings/photos/174792365/1609718) - Living Room - ![Lifestyle Shots](/listings/photos/174792365/1609719) - Lifestyle Shots - ![View Via Hall](/listings/photos/174792365/1609720) - View Via Hall - ![Entrance Hall](/listings/photos/174792365/1609721) - Entrance Hall - ![Old Po Box](/listings/photos/174792365/1609722) - Old Po Box - ![Side Of Garden](/listings/photos/174792365/1609723) - Side Of Garden - ![Rear View Of Garden](/listings/photos/174792365/1609724) - Rear View Of Garden - ![Dining Photo 2](/listings/photos/174792365/1609725) - Dining Photo 2 - ![Breakfast Island](/listings/photos/174792365/1609726) - Breakfast Island - ![Lifestyle](/listings/photos/174792365/1609727) - Lifestyle - ![Alternate Kit/B'fast](/listings/photos/174792365/1609728) - Alternate Kit/B'fast - ![Bed 1 Shot](/listings/photos/174792365/1609729) - Bed 1 Shot - ![Ensuite Twin Sinks](/listings/photos/174792365/1609730) - Ensuite Twin Sinks - ![View Of Ensuite](/listings/photos/174792365/1609731) - View Of Ensuite - ![Bedroom 2 Photo 2](/listings/photos/174792365/1609732) - Bedroom 2 Photo 2 ## Floorplans - ![Floorplan](/listings/photos/174792365/1609733) - Floorplan ## Sales History *Recorded sales for this property. Data from Land Registry Price Paid.* | Address | Price | Date | Type | |---------|-------|------|------| | YAFFLES WARFIELD STREET, WARFIELD, BRACKNELL, BRACKNELL FOREST, RG42 6AU | £490,000 | 14/06/2019 | Detached | | YAFFLES WARFIELD STREET, WARFIELD, BRACKNELL, BRACKNELL FOREST, RG42 6AU | £350,000 | 15/08/2007 | Detached | | YAFFLES WARFIELD STREET, WARFIELD, BRACKNELL, BRACKNELL FOREST, RG42 6AU | £85,000 | 21/03/1996 | 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 | |---------|-------|------|------| | 7 NEWHURST GARDENS, WARFIELD, BRACKNELL, BRACKNELL FOREST, RG42 6AW | £735,000 | 08/01/2025 | Detached | | FIVEWAYS JIGS LANE NORTH, WARFIELD, BRACKNELL, BRACKNELL FOREST, RG42 3DH | £3,400,000 | 30/11/2022 | Detached | | OWLSWOOD WARFIELD STREET, WARFIELD, BRACKNELL, BRACKNELL FOREST, RG42 6AR | £800,000 | 25/11/2022 | Detached | | HORSESHOE HOUSE WARFIELD STREET, WARFIELD, BRACKNELL, BRACKNELL FOREST, RG42 6AR | £775,000 | 27/05/2022 | Detached | **Area average:** £1,427,500 (4 sales) ## Price vs local average *Outcode + property type (HousePrices, last 2 years).* - **Local average:** £686,551 (54 Detached, RG42, 2024–2026) - **Deviation:** +2% ## Rental Range *ONS Price Index of Private Rents (Bracknell Forest). Low / Realistic / Optimistic = conservative / average / best case.* - **Low:** £1,324/mo - **Realistic:** £1,471/mo - **Optimistic:** £1,618/mo ## LHA (Local Housing Allowance) *VOA 30th percentile rent floor for Milton Keynes (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026).* - **LHA floor (this property size):** £1,192/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 Semi-Detached House, Coney Grange, RG42 | £2,000/mo | 3 | 0.76 miles | OpenRent | | 3 Bed Semi-Detached House, Johnstone Close, RG12 | £2,100/mo | 3 | 0.89 miles | OpenRent | | 3 Bed Semi-Detached House, Johnstone Close, RG12 | £2,150/mo | 3 | 0.89 miles | OpenRent | | 3 Bed Terraced House, Bullbrook Drive, RG12 | £2,000/mo | 3 | 0.94 miles | OpenRent | | 3 Bed Terraced House, Bullbrook Drive, RG12 | £2,100/mo | 3 | 0.94 miles | OpenRent | | 3 Bed End Terrace, Barn Close, RG12 | £2,000/mo | 3 | 1.07 miles | OpenRent | | 3 Bed End Terrace, Albert Road, RG42 | £1,900/mo | 3 | 1.09 miles | OpenRent | | 3 Bed End Terrace, Albert Road, RG42 | £2,100/mo | 3 | 1.09 miles | OpenRent | **Average rent: £2,044/mo (8 listings)** ## 1% Rule - **Rent ratio:** 0.29% (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:** 3.5% - **Cost-to-rent:** 28.5× - **Monthly cashflow:** £-937/mo (75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term) - **Cash-on-cash ROI:** -5.5% *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:** £6,542/m² ## Capital growth trend *Land Registry outcode average from sold prices: last 12 months vs 5y and 10y ago.* - **5y growth:** -12.9% - **10y growth:** 2.7% ## House Price Index (HM Land Registry) *Official index for Bracknell Forest; Detached series; as of April 2026.* - **1y growth (index):** 1% - **5y growth (index):** 15.4% - **10y growth (index):** 18.1% ## 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)