# 3 bedroom semi-detached house for sale (SG17 5BF) ## Property Details | Key | Value | |-----|-------| | Address | 23 SHEPHERDS PLACE, SHEFFORD, CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE SG17 5BF | | Price | £415,000 | | Bedrooms | 3 | | Bathrooms | 2 | | Council tax | D | | Last sold | £415,000 Feb 2026 | ## EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost - **Current rating:** B - **Potential rating:** A - **Expiry date:** 13/05/2029 - **Current heating cost:** £256/year - **Est. upgrade cost to C:** £9,500 ### Recommendations - N (£4,000 - £6,000) - U (£3,500 - £5,500) [View full EPC on gov.uk](https://find-energy-certificate.service.gov.uk/energy-certificate/8551-7435-6410-2484-5996) ## Description Tucked away in a popular cul-de-sac just a short walk from Shefford High Street, this beautifully styled three-bedroom home is a true credit to its current owner. Finished to a high standard throughout, the property offers a wonderful blend of modern features. The entrance hall sets the tone with wood-effect flooring and leads into a recently refitted cloakroom with marble-effect tiling and bespoke shutters to the front window. The heart of the home is the impressive open-plan living and dining room, a bright and spacious area enhanced by feature wall panelling, bespoke window shutters, and French doors opening out onto the landscaped rear garden. A media wall and useful under-stairs storage complete the space, with a seamless flow through to the kitchen. The kitchen itself combines style and function, fitted with wood-effect worktops, sleek cabinetry, and a full range of integrated appliances including an induction hob and dishwasher. A bay window to the front adds natural light and charm. Upstairs, the main bedroom features elegant panelling and bespoke shutters, along with a private en-suite shower room. Two further bedrooms offer ample space for family or guests, and the main bathroom is finished with a modern suite, marble-effect tiling, and a rainfall shower over the bath. Outside, the rear garden is a standout feature, thoughtfully landscaped to include a large patio area, decked seating under a wooden pergola with power and lighting, and low-maintenance artificial lawn edged with railway sleepers and ambient lighting. There’s also gated side access, a cold water tap, and a covered area to the side for additional storage or seating. To the front, a driveway and car port provide off-road parking for two vehicles, complete with sensor lighting. This is a home that offers stylish, low-maintenance living in a great location—ideal for those looking to move straight in and enjoy. **GROUND FLOOR ** **Hall** **WC** **Kitchen** - 4.3m x 2.51m (14'1" x 8'2") **Living/Dining Room** - 4.95m x 4.9m (16'2" x 16'0") **FIRST FLOOR** **Landing** **Master Bedroom** - 4.47m x 3.1m (14'7" x 10'2") **Ensuite** - 3.1m x 1.83m (10'2" x 6'0") **Bedroom** - 4.89m x 3.88m (16'0" x 12'8") **Bedroom** - 3.8m x 2.65m (12'5" x 8'8") **Bathroom** - 2.14m x 1.93m (7'0" x 6'3") **Airing Cupboard** **OUTSIDE** **Driveway** **Carport** - 5.44m x 3.18m (17'10" x 10'5") **Rear Garden ** ## Property Photos - ![Photo](/listings/photos/164245061/907382) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/164245061/907383) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/164245061/907384) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/164245061/907385) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/164245061/907386) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/164245061/907387) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/164245061/907388) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/164245061/907389) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/164245061/907390) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/164245061/907391) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/164245061/907392) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/164245061/907393) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/164245061/907394) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/164245061/907395) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/164245061/907396) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/164245061/907397) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/164245061/907398) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/164245061/907399) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/164245061/907400) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/164245061/907401) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/164245061/907402) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/164245061/907403) ## Floorplans - ![Floorplan 1](/listings/photos/164245061/907404) - Floorplan 1 ## EPC Graphs - ![EPC 1](/listings/photos/164245061/907405) - EPC 1 ## Sales History *Recorded sales for this property. Data from Land Registry Price Paid.* | Address | Price | Date | Type | |---------|-------|------|------| | 23 SHEPHERDS PLACE, SHEFFORD, CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE, SG17 5BF | £415,000 | 13/02/2026 | Detached | | 23 SHEPHERDS PLACE, SHEFFORD, CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE, SG17 5BF | £325,000 | 14/10/2019 | 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 | |---------|-------|------|------| | 15 MALLARD CLOSE, SHEFFORD, CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE, SG17 5YS | £330,000 | 11/12/2025 | Semi-detached | | 56 NEW STREET, SHEFFORD, CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE, SG17 5BW | £476,800 | 26/09/2025 | Semi-detached | | 23 NEW STREET, SHEFFORD, CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE, SG17 5BW | £320,000 | 05/09/2025 | Semi-detached | | 4 NEW STREET, SHEFFORD, CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE, SG17 5BW | £330,000 | 23/05/2025 | Semi-detached | | 15 NEW STREET, SHEFFORD, CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE, SG17 5BW | £604,500 | 23/10/2023 | Semi-detached | | 81 POMONA WAY, SHEFFORD, CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE, SG17 5FA | £437,995 | 30/06/2023 | Semi-detached | | 40 KINGFISHER ROAD, SHEFFORD, CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE, SG17 5YQ | £425,000 | 31/03/2023 | Semi-detached | | 53 POMONA WAY, SHEFFORD, CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE, SG17 5FA | £394,995 | 24/03/2023 | Semi-detached | | 43 POMONA WAY, SHEFFORD, CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE, SG17 5FA | £394,995 | 16/12/2022 | Semi-detached | | 41 POMONA WAY, SHEFFORD, CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE, SG17 5FA | £394,995 | 16/12/2022 | Semi-detached | | 39 POMONA WAY, SHEFFORD, CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE, SG17 5FA | £394,995 | 13/12/2022 | Semi-detached | | 45 POMONA WAY, SHEFFORD, CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE, SG17 5FA | £394,995 | 09/12/2022 | Semi-detached | | 26 GEORGE STREET, SHEFFORD, CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE, SG17 5BS | £382,000 | 16/11/2022 | Semi-detached | | 9 NIGHTINGALE MEWS, SHEFFORD, CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE, SG17 5YX | £350,000 | 01/06/2022 | Semi-detached | | 10 GEORGE STREET, SHEFFORD, CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE, SG17 5BP | £310,000 | 24/05/2022 | Semi-detached | | 18 OLD STATION WAY, SHEFFORD, CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE, SG17 5ED | £300,000 | 18/05/2022 | Semi-detached | | 54A HIGH STREET, SHEFFORD, CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE, SG17 5AX | £353,000 | 02/03/2022 | Semi-detached | | 8 TOWN MEADOW DRIVE, SHEFFORD, CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE, SG17 5EF | £207,500 | 18/02/2022 | Semi-detached | | 19 GEORGE STREET, SHEFFORD, CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE, SG17 5BS | £395,000 | 27/01/2022 | Semi-detached | | 54 NEW STREET, SHEFFORD, CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE, SG17 5BW | £460,000 | 20/09/2021 | Semi-detached | **Area average:** £382,839 (20 sales) ## Price vs local average *Outcode + property type (HousePrices, last 2 years).* - **Local average:** £375,453 (15 Semi-detached, SG17, 2024–2026) - **Deviation:** +10.5% ## Rental Range *ONS Price Index of Private Rents (Central Bedfordshire). Low / Realistic / Optimistic = conservative / average / best case.* - **Low:** £1,122/mo - **Realistic:** £1,247/mo - **Optimistic:** £1,372/mo ## LHA (Local Housing Allowance) *VOA 30th percentile rent floor for Bedford (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026).* - **LHA floor (this property size):** £997/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 Detached House, New Street, SG17 | £1,500/mo | 3 | 0.06 miles | OpenRent | | 3 Bed Semi-Detached House, Olivers Court, SG17 | £1,650/mo | 3 | 0.42 miles | OpenRent | **Average rent: £1,575/mo (2 listings)** ## 1% Rule - **Rent ratio:** 0.38% (weak for cashflow) - **Max investor price (0.8%):** £196,875 - **Target investor price (1%):** £157,500 *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 £1,575/mo).* - **Gross yield:** 4.6% - **Cost-to-rent:** 22× - **Monthly cashflow:** £-242/mo (75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term) - **Cash-on-cash ROI:** -2.4% *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:** £4,278/m² ## Capital growth trend *Land Registry outcode average from sold prices: last 12 months vs 5y and 10y ago.* - **5y growth:** 4.6% - **10y growth:** 24.4% ## House Price Index (HM Land Registry) *Official index for Central Bedfordshire; Semi-detached series; as of April 2026.* - **1y growth (index):** 5.2% - **5y growth (index):** 21.7% - **10y growth (index):** 39.7% ## 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)