# 4 bedroom detached bungalow for sale (WD3 1NJ) ## Property Details | Key | Value | |-----|-------| | Address | 14 PLAITFORD CLOSE, RICKMANSWORTH, HERTFORDSHIRE WD3 1NJ | | Price | £875,000 | | Bedrooms | 4 | | Bathrooms | 3 | | Construction age | England and Wales: 1950-1966 | | Floor area | 135 m² | | Last sold | £860,000 Nov 2025 | ## EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost - **Current rating:** D - **Potential rating:** C - **Expiry date:** 08/04/2035 - **Current heating cost:** £1,408/year - **Est. upgrade cost to C:** £9,500 ### Recommendations - W2 (£4,000 - £6,000) - U (£3,500 - £5,500) [View full EPC on gov.uk](https://find-energy-certificate.service.gov.uk/energy-certificate/0818-3048-7204-9165-9200) ## Description Viewing highly recommended to fully appreciate this versatile family home situated in a peaceful cul-de-sac just a short walk from Rickmansworth town centre. Nestled in Plaitford Close, this well-presented property offers spacious and flexible accommodation with fantastic outdoor space and stunning views. To the front, the property benefits from two parking spaces and a detached garage. Access is via a set of stairs leading up from the roadside to the accommodation. Inside, the generous entrance hall features a coats cupboard and a cloakroom/utility room. A highlight of the home is the impressive open-plan kitchen/family room, which boasts a vaulted ceiling and bifold doors opening onto a private patio area, perfect for indoor-outdoor living. The main bedroom, complete with an ensuite shower room, is conveniently located off the entrance hall. On the other side of the house, steps lead down to two spacious double bedrooms and a family bathroom. The home also offers a separate dining room, a large living room with an open fire, and a fourth bedroom with an ensuite shower room, currently used as a study. The property is double glazed and benefits from central heating throughout. To the rear, the tiered garden provides fantastic views over Rickmansworth and direct access to nearby woods, making it an excellent spot for dog walkers. With side access on both sides and multiple seating areas, the outdoor space is perfect for relaxing or entertaining.  This exceptional home offers space, comfort, and convenience in a sought-after location.  ## Property Photos - ![Photo](/listings/photos/161343518/682153) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/161343518/682154) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/161343518/682156) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/161343518/682157) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/161343518/682160) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/161343518/682161) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/161343518/682162) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/161343518/682165) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/161343518/682167) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/161343518/682168) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/161343518/682169) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/161343518/682170) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/161343518/682171) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/161343518/682172) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/161343518/682173) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/161343518/682176) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/161343518/682177) ## Floorplans - ![Floorplan 1](/listings/photos/161343518/682178) - Floorplan 1 ## EPC Graphs - ![EPC 1](/listings/photos/161343518/682181) - EPC 1 ## Sales History *Recorded sales for this property. Data from Land Registry Price Paid.* | Address | Price | Date | Type | |---------|-------|------|------| | 14 PLAITFORD CLOSE, RICKMANSWORTH, THREE RIVERS, HERTFORDSHIRE, WD3 1NJ | £860,000 | 03/11/2025 | 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 | |---------|-------|------|------| | WILLOWBANKS BATCHWORTH HILL, RICKMANSWORTH, THREE RIVERS, HERTFORDSHIRE, WD3 1JP | £1,223,000 | 20/10/2023 | Detached | | [Same street] 26 PLAITFORD CLOSE, RICKMANSWORTH, THREE RIVERS, HERTFORDSHIRE, WD3 1NJ | £622,500 | 03/07/2023 | Semi-detached | | 50 SHERFIELD AVENUE, RICKMANSWORTH, THREE RIVERS, HERTFORDSHIRE, WD3 1NL | £1,007,000 | 22/07/2022 | Detached | | 1 SHERFIELD AVENUE, RICKMANSWORTH, THREE RIVERS, HERTFORDSHIRE, WD3 1NQ | £1,020,000 | 15/07/2022 | Detached | | 17 THE BYEWAY, RICKMANSWORTH, THREE RIVERS, HERTFORDSHIRE, WD3 1JW | £1,094,000 | 12/07/2022 | Detached | | 23 SHERFIELD AVENUE, RICKMANSWORTH, THREE RIVERS, HERTFORDSHIRE, WD3 1NN | £700,000 | 17/06/2022 | Detached | | 31 SHERFIELD AVENUE, RICKMANSWORTH, THREE RIVERS, HERTFORDSHIRE, WD3 1NN | £757,500 | 28/04/2022 | Detached | | 15 LANDFORD CLOSE, RICKMANSWORTH, THREE RIVERS, HERTFORDSHIRE, WD3 1NG | £900,000 | 24/01/2022 | Detached | | 11 THE BYEWAY, RICKMANSWORTH, THREE RIVERS, HERTFORDSHIRE, WD3 1JW | £1,195,000 | 23/11/2021 | Detached | | 117 CHURCH STREET, RICKMANSWORTH, THREE RIVERS, HERTFORDSHIRE, WD3 1JJ | £460,000 | 10/08/2021 | Detached | **Street average:** £622,500 (1 sale) **Area average:** £928,500 (9 sales) ## Price vs local average *Outcode + property type (HousePrices, last 2 years).* - **Local average:** £1,151,897 (43 Detached, WD3, 2024–2026) - **Deviation:** -24% ## Rental Range *ONS Price Index of Private Rents (Three Rivers). Low / Realistic / Optimistic = conservative / average / best case.* - **Low:** £1,627/mo - **Realistic:** £1,808/mo - **Optimistic:** £1,989/mo ## LHA (Local Housing Allowance) *VOA 30th percentile rent floor for Bedford (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026).* - **LHA floor (this property size):** £1,296/mo ## 1% Rule - **Rent ratio:** 0.21% (weak for cashflow) - **Max investor price (0.8%):** £226,000 - **Target investor price (1%):** £180,800 *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.* ## Price per Square Metre - **£/m²:** £6,481/m² ## Capital growth trend *Land Registry outcode average from sold prices: last 12 months vs 5y and 10y ago.* - **5y growth:** 1.4% - **10y growth:** 4.8% ## House Price Index (HM Land Registry) *Official index for Three Rivers; Detached series; as of March 2026.* - **1y growth (index):** 3.9% - **5y growth (index):** 12.4% - **10y growth (index):** 19.2% ## 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)