# 3 bedroom bungalow for sale (LU4 9TL) ## Property Details | Key | Value | |-----|-------| | Address | 69 STONEYGATE ROAD, LUTON, LUTON LU4 9TL | | Price | £440,000 | | Bedrooms | 3 | | Bathrooms | 1 | | Council tax | D | | Construction age | England and Wales: 1950-1966 | | Floor area | 100 m² | | Last sold | £430,000 Jan 2025 | ## EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost - **Current rating:** C - **Potential rating:** B - **Expiry date:** 20/08/2033 - **Current heating cost:** £1,414/year - **Est. upgrade cost to C:** £10,925 ### Recommendations - W1 (£800 - £1,200) - E (£25) - G (£350 - £450) - 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/0310-2679-8280-2527-1961) ## Description *** STUNNING RARELY AVAILABLE CORNER PLOT BUNGALOW *** This beautiful family home benefits from REFITTED KITCHEN, REFITTED FAMILY BATHROOM, detached double garage with Gated Access DESCRIPTION: This charming three-bedroom semi-detached bungalow, situated in the highly sought-after Challney area of Leagrave. Offering spacious and comfortable living spaces, this property is a wonderful opportunity for a growing family or those seeking a peaceful retreat. Upon entering, you'll be greeted by a welcoming 22-foot Lounge/Diner, providing an inviting space for relaxation and entertainment. Flowing seamlessly from the dining area is a family room, creating an ideal setting for quality time with loved ones. The kitchen has been tastefully refitted, offering a modern culinary space for all your cooking needs. A well-appointed family bathroom serves the three generously sized bedrooms, all accessible from an entrance hall. One of the standout features of this property is its impressive corner plot, offering a rear garden with immense potential for further expansion or development (subject to planning permission). The side access is spacious enough to accommodate vehicles, leading to a driveway and a convenient double garage. The landscaped rear garden combines both lawn and patio areas, providing a picturesque outdoor space. Don't miss out on the opportunity to make this wonderful property your own. Contact the dedicated team at Indigo today to schedule your viewing appointment. 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Data from Land Registry Price Paid.* | Address | Price | Date | Type | |---------|-------|------|------| | 69 STONEYGATE ROAD, LUTON, LU4 9TL | £430,000 | 27/01/2025 | 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 | |---------|-------|------|------| | 112 RODEHEATH, LUTON, LU4 9XA | £270,000 | 19/12/2025 | Detached | | 22 WELLGATE ROAD, LUTON, LU4 9TD | £460,000 | 28/11/2025 | Detached | | 14 VILLIERS CLOSE, LUTON, LU4 9FR | £360,000 | 08/09/2025 | Detached | | 54 FIELDGATE ROAD, LUTON, LU4 9TA | £310,000 | 07/03/2025 | Detached | | 48 FIELDGATE ROAD, LUTON, LU4 9TA | £375,000 | 03/11/2023 | Detached | | 646 DUNSTABLE ROAD, LUTON, LU4 8SE | £292,000 | 12/10/2023 | Detached | | [Same street] 71 STONEYGATE ROAD, LUTON, LU4 9TL | £410,000 | 29/06/2023 | Detached | | 5 SANDGATE ROAD, LUTON, LU4 9TB | £330,000 | 23/06/2023 | Detached | | 4 VILLIERS CLOSE, LUTON, LU4 9FR | £435,000 | 12/05/2023 | Detached | | 25 FIELDGATE ROAD, LUTON, LU4 9TA | £380,000 | 28/10/2022 | Detached | | [Same street] 99 STONEYGATE ROAD, LUTON, LU4 9TL | £375,000 | 21/10/2022 | Detached | | 51 FIELDGATE ROAD, LUTON, LU4 9TA | £300,000 | 05/09/2022 | Detached | | 6 FIELDGATE ROAD, LUTON, LU4 9TA | £380,000 | 10/06/2022 | Detached | | 41 HUMBERSTONE ROAD, LUTON, LU4 9SR | £380,000 | 31/05/2022 | Detached | | 44 FIELDGATE ROAD, LUTON, LU4 9TA | £322,000 | 17/03/2022 | Detached | | 2 FIELDGATE ROAD, LUTON, LU4 9TA | £356,000 | 25/02/2022 | Detached | | 79 VILLIERS CLOSE, LUTON, LU4 9FR | £385,000 | 19/11/2021 | Detached | | 12 HOMEDALE DRIVE, LUTON, LU4 9TE | £415,000 | 09/08/2021 | Detached | **Street average:** £392,500 (2 sales) **Area average:** £359,375 (16 sales) ## Price vs local average *Outcode + property type (HousePrices, last 2 years).* - **Local average:** £382,833 (9 Detached, LU4, 2024–2026) - **Deviation:** +14.9% ## Rental Range *ONS Price Index of Private Rents (Luton). Low / Realistic / Optimistic = conservative / average / best case.* - **Low:** £1,095/mo - **Realistic:** £1,217/mo - **Optimistic:** £1,339/mo ## LHA (Local Housing Allowance) *VOA 30th percentile rent floor for Luton (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026).* - **LHA floor (this property size):** £1,097/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, Dunstable Road, LU4 | £1,600/mo | 3 | 0.64 miles | OpenRent | | 3 Bed Semi-Detached House, Byfield Close, LU4 | £1,800/mo | 3 | 0.66 miles | OpenRent | **Average rent: £1,700/mo (2 listings)** ## 1% Rule - **Rent ratio:** 0.39% (weak for cashflow) - **Max investor price (0.8%):** £212,500 - **Target investor price (1%):** £170,000 *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 £1,700/mo).* - **Gross yield:** 4.6% - **Cost-to-rent:** 21.6× - **Monthly cashflow:** £-228/mo (75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term) - **Cash-on-cash ROI:** -2.1% *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:** £4,400/m² ## Capital growth trend *Land Registry outcode average from sold prices: last 12 months vs 5y and 10y ago.* - **5y growth:** 11.7% - **10y growth:** 31.3% ## House Price Index (HM Land Registry) *Official index for Luton; Detached series; as of March 2026.* - **1y growth (index):** -1.3% - **5y growth (index):** 14.9% - **10y growth (index):** 31.3% ## 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)