# 2 bedroom detached bungalow for sale (CO5 8JB)

## Property Details

| Key | Value |
|-----|-------|
| Address | 8 MELROSE ROAD, COLCHESTER, WEST MERSEA, ESSEX CO5 8JB |
| Price | £225,000 |
| Bedrooms | 2 |
| Construction age | England and Wales: 1900-1929 |
| Floor area | 147 m² |
| Last sold | £200,000 Jul 2015 |

## EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost

- **Current rating:** D
- **Potential rating:** C
- **Current heating cost:** £1,239/year
- **Est. upgrade cost to C:** £31,740

### Recommendations
- A2 (£850 - £1,500)
- B (£500 - £1,500)
- Q (£4,000 - £14,000)
- W1 (£800 - £1,200)
- W2 (£4,000 - £6,000)
- D (£80 - £120)
- E (£65)
- N (£4,000 - £6,000)
- O (£3,300 - £6,500)
- U (£3,500 - £5,500)

[View full EPC on gov.uk](https://find-energy-certificate.service.gov.uk/energy-certificate/2327-1009-4209-6349-0200)

## Description

**SUMMARY**

Within walking distance to many local amenities is this delightful 2 bedroom detached bungalow situated to the South of Colchester in the ever popular town of West Mersea. Being offered with NO ONWARD CHAIN this property is an opportunity not to be missed!

**DESCRIPTION**

Within walking distance to many local amenities is this delightful 2 bedroom detached bungalow situated to the South of Colchester in the ever popular town of West Mersea. Being offered with NO ONWARD CHAIN this property is an opportunity not to be missed!

**Entrance Hall** 

Double glazed door to front aspect, loft access, radiator and wood effect flooring.

**Lounge** 18' 10" x 10' 2" ( 5.74m x 3.10m )

Double glazed window to side aspect,double glazed patio doors to garden, electric fireplace and two radiators.

**Kitchen/ Breakfast Room** 12' 2" x 10' 2" ( 3.71m x 3.10m )

Duel views to rear and side aspect, fitted kitchen with a range of wall and base units with work surfaces over, inset a stainless steel single bowl sink and drainer unit; part tiling, gas cooker with cooker hood hood over, space and plumbing for washing machine, space for fridge/freezer, cupboard housing the central heating boiler, spotlights, radiator and door to rear lobby.

**Rear Lobby** 

Door to rear garden.

**Master Bedroom** 11' 1" x 10' 1" ( 3.38m x 3.07m )

Duel views to front and side aspects, built in wardrobes, open fireplace with brick surround and radiator.

**Bedroom Two/ Dining Room** 10' 1" x 10' 1" ( 3.07m x 3.07m )

Double glazed window to front aspect, built in wardrobe and radiator.

**Bathroom** 

Double glazed window to rear aspect, suite comprising bath with mixer taps and shower over, wash hand basin, WC and part tiling.

**Front Garden** 

Laid to paving, enclosed by fencing with gated access and gate to rear garden.

**Rear Garden** 

Mainly laid to lawn with a patio area and enclosed by fencing. There are also mature shrub beds that are laid to shingle. Further benefiting from a shed, outside tap and an outside light.

**Summer House** 11' 8" x 11' 8" ( 3.56m x 3.56m )

Two windows to front and side aspect, power and light.

**Agent Notes** 

Internal timber construction, please consult your lender for suitable mortgage solution.

1. MONEY LAUNDERING REGULATIONS - Intending purchasers will be asked to produce identification documentation at a later stage and we would ask for your co-operation in order that there will be no delay in agreeing the sale.

2: These particulars do not constitute part or all of an offer or contract.

3: The measurements indicated are supplied for guidance only and as such must be considered incorrect.

4: Potential buyers are advised to recheck the measurements before committing to any expense.

5: Connells has not tested any apparatus, equipment, fixtures, fittings or services and it is the buyers interests to check the working condition of any appliances.

6: Connells has not sought to verify the legal title of the property and the buyers must obtain verification from their solicitor.

## Property Photos

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## Sales History

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

| Address | Price | Date | Type |
|---------|-------|------|------|
| 8 MELROSE ROAD, WEST MERSEA, COLCHESTER, ESSEX, CO5 8JB | £200,000 | 28/07/2015 | Detached |
| 8 MELROSE ROAD, WEST MERSEA, COLCHESTER, ESSEX, CO5 8JB | £78,500 | 15/12/2000 | Detached |
| 8 MELROSE ROAD, WEST MERSEA, COLCHESTER, ESSEX, CO5 8JB | £56,000 | 03/10/1997 | Detached |
| 8 MELROSE ROAD, WEST MERSEA, COLCHESTER, ESSEX, CO5 8JB | £41,500 | 10/11/1995 | 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 |
|---------|-------|------|------|
| 36 YORICK ROAD, WEST MERSEA, COLCHESTER, ESSEX, CO5 8HU | £435,000 | 20/11/2023 | Detached |
| 2 OYSTER CATCHER WALK, WEST MERSEA, COLCHESTER, ESSEX, CO5 8FR | £567,500 | 16/11/2023 | Detached |
| WEST MERSEA HALL, 4 HIGH STREET, WEST MERSEA, COLCHESTER, ESSEX, CO5 8QD | £1,375,000 | 24/08/2023 | Detached |
| [Same street] 21 MELROSE ROAD, WEST MERSEA, COLCHESTER, ESSEX, CO5 8JB | £240,000 | 04/08/2023 | Detached |
| 7 OYSTER CATCHER WALK, WEST MERSEA, COLCHESTER, ESSEX, CO5 8FR | £620,000 | 10/02/2023 | Detached |
| 6 OYSTER CATCHER WALK, WEST MERSEA, COLCHESTER, ESSEX, CO5 8FR | £620,000 | 31/01/2023 | Detached |
| 1 OYSTER CATCHER WALK, WEST MERSEA, COLCHESTER, ESSEX, CO5 8FR | £725,000 | 16/12/2022 | Detached |
| 26 REYMEAD CLOSE, WEST MERSEA, COLCHESTER, ESSEX, CO5 8DN | £325,000 | 18/01/2022 | Detached |
| 67 CHURCHFIELDS, WEST MERSEA, COLCHESTER, ESSEX, CO5 8QN | £805,000 | 02/12/2021 | Detached |
| 12 BEACH ROAD, WEST MERSEA, COLCHESTER, ESSEX, CO5 8AD | £975,000 | 15/11/2021 | Detached |
| 17 BEACH ROAD, WEST MERSEA, COLCHESTER, ESSEX, CO5 8AD | £775,000 | 30/09/2021 | Detached |
| 44 MELROSE ROAD, WEST MERSEA, COLCHESTER, ESSEX, CO5 8JA | £470,000 | 30/09/2021 | Detached |
| 44 YORICK ROAD, WEST MERSEA, COLCHESTER, ESSEX, CO5 8HU | £745,000 | 29/09/2021 | Detached |
| 5 YORICK ROAD, WEST MERSEA, COLCHESTER, ESSEX, CO5 8HT | £745,000 | 14/09/2021 | Detached |
| [Same street] 26 MELROSE ROAD, WEST MERSEA, COLCHESTER, ESSEX, CO5 8JB | £635,000 | 29/07/2021 | Detached |
| [Same street] 28 MELROSE ROAD, WEST MERSEA, COLCHESTER, ESSEX, CO5 8JB | £725,000 | 30/06/2021 | Detached |
| 47 CHURCHFIELDS, WEST MERSEA, COLCHESTER, ESSEX, CO5 8QJ | £620,000 | 29/06/2021 | Detached |
| 14 BEACH ROAD, WEST MERSEA, COLCHESTER, ESSEX, CO5 8AD | £950,000 | 17/06/2021 | Detached |
| 57 YORICK ROAD, WEST MERSEA, COLCHESTER, ESSEX, CO5 8AJ | £390,000 | 16/06/2021 | Detached |
| 14 YORICK ROAD, WEST MERSEA, COLCHESTER, ESSEX, CO5 8HT | £387,500 | 08/06/2021 | Detached |

**Street average:** £533,333 (3 sales)
**Area average:** £678,235 (17 sales)

## Price vs local average

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

- **Local average:** £531,161 (70 Detached, CO5, 2024–2026)
- **Deviation:** -57.6%

## Rental Range

*ONS Price Index of Private Rents (Colchester). 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 Colchester (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026).*

- **LHA floor (this property size):** £793/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 |
|------|------|------|------|------|
| 2 Bed Semi-Detached House, Coast Road, CO5 | £900/mo | 2 | 0.2 miles | OpenRent |
| 2 Bed Flat, Colchester Road, CO5 | £1,100/mo | 2 | 0.57 miles | OpenRent |

**Average rent: £1,000/mo (2 listings)**

## 1% Rule

- **Rent ratio:** 0.44% (weak for cashflow)
- **Max investor price (0.8%):** £125,000
- **Target investor price (1%):** £100,000

*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 £1,000/mo).*

- **Gross yield:** 5.3%
- **Cost-to-rent:** 18.8×
- **Monthly cashflow:** £-11/mo (75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term)
- **Cash-on-cash ROI:** -0.2%

*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:** £1,531/m²

## Capital growth trend

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

- **5y growth:** 11.6%
- **10y growth:** 37.4%

## House Price Index (HM Land Registry)

*Official index for Colchester; Detached series; as of February 2026.*

- **1y growth (index):** 0.4%
- **5y growth (index):** 13.4%
- **10y growth (index):** 33.9%

## Flood risk

- **Zone:** 1
- **Risk:** Low
- **Source:** Job (default Low)

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