Sold Terraced

33 DOWN STREET

LEICESTER, LEICESTER, LEICESTER LE4 6JF

2 beds 79 m² Listed 5 Apr 2012 (-5179d)

£124,950

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# 2 bedroom terraced house for sale (LE4 6JF)

## Property Details

| Key | Value |
|-----|-------|
| Address | 33 DOWN STREET, LEICESTER, LEICESTER, LEICESTER LE4 6JF |
| Price | £124,950 |
| Bedrooms | 2 |
| Last sold | £116,500 Sep 2006 |

## Description

*** EXCELLENT CONDITION - OFF MELTON ROAD *** This well presented mid terraced property is situated in the popular area of Belgrave. The property is close to local schools, shops and amenities.

Briefly, the accommodation comprises, lounge, dining room, well presented fitted kitchen, two bedrooms and a family bathroom. The property benefits from gas fired combination boiler central heating, PVCu double glazing and rear yard.

* Ideal for first time buyers and investors * Viewing is by appointment only.

Ground FloorLounge3.63m(11'11'') x 3.51m(11'6'')

PVCu double glazed door to front aspect, PVCu double glazed window to front aspect, laminated flooring, radiator and television point.

Dining Room3.61m(11'10'') x 3.53m(11'7'')

PVCu double glazed window to rear aspect, space for dining table, radiator and staircase off.

Fitted Kitchen4.09m(13'5'') x 1.93m(6'4'')

Base level cupboards and drawers having round edged worktops over, wall mounted eye level cupboards, 1 &   bowl stainless steel sink with drainer and mixer, integrated four ring gas hob with stainless steel extractor over, tiled flooring, plumbing for washing machine, radiator, PVCu double glazed windows to rear aspect and PVCu double door to garden area.

First FloorLandingCarpeted, access to loft space and radiator.

Bedroom 13.94m(12'11'') x 3.61m(11'10'')

Fitted cupboards, access to storage cupboard, PVCu double glazed window to front aspect, carpeted and radiator.

Bedroom 23.78m(12'5'') x 3.02m(9'11'')

Carpeted, radiator and PVCu double glazed window to rear aspect.

BathroomPanelled bath tub, pedestal wash hand basin, close coupled w.c., radiator, extractor fan and obscure PVCu double glazed window to rear aspect.

OutsideRearSlabbed patio area, access to outside w.c. and shed with gated access to the front.

ViewingIf you would like to view the above property, please contact us at (0116) 266 9977 and we will be happy to arrange an appointment for you.

Our office hours are

Monday to Friday     9.00am     to    5.30pm

Saturday     10.00am   to    1.00pm

OffersAll offers placed need to be qualified by Seths or one of their advisors before being passed onto the vendors. Intending purchasers will also be asked to produce identification documentation and proof of funds, in order to comply with the Money Laundering Regulations 2003. We would ask for your co-operation in order that there will be no delay in agreeing the sale.

Council TaxWe have made internet enquiries with Leicester City Council and Valuation Office and we are informed that the property is within Band A for Council Tax for the year 2011/12 - £939.49 per annum

Local SchoolsThe following are local schools in the area.

Primary Schools - Catherine Junior School (0.2 miles), Sathya Sai School (0.2 miles) Catherine Infant School (0.3 miles), Abbey Primary Community School (0.3 miles), Saint Patrick's Catholic Primary School (0.4 miles), Rushey Mead Primary School (0.5 miles).

Secondary Schools - Darul Uloom Leicester (0.4 miles), Leicester Community Islamic School (0.8 miles), Soar Valley College (0.9 miles), Rushey Mead School (1.0 miles), Moat Community College (1.2 miles), Leicester Grammar School (1.4 miles)

This information is provided in good faith in assisting you to finding a selection of local schools within a certain distance of the property.  You  should seek confirmation from the schools with regard to availablity, catchment, etc.  Please note the distance matches the centre of the postcode of the subject property and not necessarily the exact location.

FloorplansThis plan is included as a service to our customers and is intended as a GUIDE TO LAYOUT only.  Dimensions are approximate.

DO NOT SCALE.

Agent'S NoteSeths have not tested the GAS or ELECTRICAL appliances/installations and therefore, no warranties can be given.  Accordingly buyers are recommended to make relevant enquiries personally.

MeasurementsAll measurements contained herein are given in good faith, and are carried out in accordance with the RICS and ISVA Code of Measuring Practice.  Potential buyers are advised to recheck the measurements before committing to any expense.

Draft ParticularsThese particulars are in draft form and awaiting the vendor's approval.

Please Note: These particulars are issued on the distinct understanding that all negotiations are conducted through Seths Estate Agents. The property is offered subject to contract and it still being available at the time of enquiry. No responsibility can be accepted for the loss or expenses incurred in viewing.  Seth's Estate Agents hereby inform that these particulars do not constitute any part of an offer or contract and any intending purchaser must satisfy himself by inspection or otherwise as to the correctness of each of the statements contained herein.  The vendor and his agents make or give no representation or warranty whatsoever in relation to this property and no responsibility can be taken for the statements contained in these particulars which are not to be relied upon as statements or representations of fact on the part of either of them.

## Property Photos

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## EPC Graphs

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## Sales History

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

| Address | Price | Date | Type |
|---------|-------|------|------|
| 33 DOWN STREET, LEICESTER, LE4 6JF | £116,500 | 01/09/2006 | Terraced |
| 33 DOWN STREET, LEICESTER, LE4 6JF | £29,500 | 25/08/1995 | Terraced |

## Sold Comparables

*Same street and nearby sales within 0.25 miles. Data from Land Registry Price Paid. Last 5 years.*

| Address | Price | Date | Type |
|---------|-------|------|------|
| [Same street] 55 DOWN STREET, LEICESTER, LE4 6JF | £250,000 | 27/06/2025 | Terraced |
| 36 DOWN STREET, LEICESTER, LE4 6JE | £270,000 | 19/03/2025 | Terraced |
| 28 CANON STREET, LEICESTER, LE4 6NG | £245,000 | 20/02/2025 | Terraced |
| 57 MELROSE STREET, LEICESTER, LE4 6FD | £250,000 | 03/11/2023 | Terraced |
| 30 JERMYN STREET, LEICESTER, LE4 6NR | £300,000 | 12/09/2023 | Terraced |
| 16 MOIRA STREET, LEICESTER, LE4 6LA | £250,000 | 14/08/2023 | Terraced |
| 25 MOIRA STREET, LEICESTER, LE4 6LB | £255,000 | 21/07/2023 | Terraced |
| [Same street] 77 DOWN STREET, LEICESTER, LE4 6JF | £232,000 | 20/01/2023 | Terraced |
| 52 DOWN STREET, LEICESTER, LE4 6JE | £175,000 | 20/12/2022 | Terraced |
| 10 DOWN STREET, LEICESTER, LE4 6JE | £270,000 | 24/11/2022 | Terraced |
| 35 PORTMAN STREET, LEICESTER, LE4 6NZ | £296,500 | 28/10/2022 | Terraced |
| [Same street] 35 DOWN STREET, LEICESTER, LE4 6JF | £253,500 | 27/09/2022 | Terraced |
| [Same street] 87 DOWN STREET, LEICESTER, LE4 6JF | £238,000 | 26/08/2022 | Terraced |
| 30 LOUGHBOROUGH ROAD, LEICESTER, LE4 5LD | £372,500 | 01/07/2022 | Terraced |
| 1 MELROSE STREET, LEICESTER, LE4 6FD | £216,000 | 27/05/2022 | Terraced |
| 107 MOIRA STREET, LEICESTER, LE4 6LD | £250,000 | 23/05/2022 | Terraced |
| 14 HALKIN STREET, LEICESTER, LE4 6JU | £270,000 | 20/05/2022 | Terraced |
| 42 DONCASTER ROAD, LEICESTER, LE4 6JH | £210,000 | 31/03/2022 | Terraced |
| [Same street] 25 DOWN STREET, LEICESTER, LE4 6JF | £220,000 | 18/02/2022 | Terraced |
| 117 DOWN STREET, LEICESTER, LE4 6JG | £267,500 | 11/02/2022 | Terraced |
| 108 DOWN STREET, LEICESTER, LE4 6JG | £216,000 | 11/02/2022 | Terraced |
| 27 DONCASTER ROAD, LEICESTER, LE4 6JL | £245,000 | 14/01/2022 | Terraced |
| 12 CANON STREET, LEICESTER, LE4 6NG | £250,000 | 10/12/2021 | Terraced |
| 17 AGAR STREET, LEICESTER, LE4 6NE | £222,000 | 12/11/2021 | Terraced |
| 103 DOWN STREET, LEICESTER, LE4 6JG | £219,000 | 30/09/2021 | Terraced |

**Street average:** £238,700 (5 sales)
**Area average:** £252,475 (20 sales)

## Price vs local average

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

- **Local average:** £240,812 (77 Terraced, LE4, 2024–2026)
- **Deviation:** -48.1%

## Rental Range

*ONS Price Index of Private Rents (Leicester). Low / Realistic / Optimistic = conservative / average / best case.*

- **Low:** £923/mo
- **Realistic:** £1,025/mo
- **Optimistic:** £1,128/mo

## LHA (Local Housing Allowance)

*VOA 30th percentile rent floor for Leicester (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026).*

- **LHA floor (this property size):** £648/mo

## 1% Rule

- **Rent ratio:** 0.82% (okay)
- **Max investor price (0.8%):** £128,125
- **Target investor price (1%):** £102,500

*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 Area rent estimate.*

## Capital growth trend

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

- **5y growth:** 16.6%
- **10y growth:** 56.2%

## House Price Index (HM Land Registry)

*Official index for Leicester; Terraced series; as of March 2026.*

- **1y growth (index):** 2.3%
- **5y growth (index):** 18.8%
- **10y growth (index):** 67.7%

## Flood risk

- **Zone:** 2
- **Risk:** In flood risk area
- **Source:** Environment Agency Flood Risk Areas (APSFR)

[Check long-term flood risk (GOV.UK)](https://check-long-term-flood-risk.service.gov.uk/postcode)

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Property details

Floor area

79 m²

Last sold

£116,500 Sep 2006

Local average

£240,812 (-48.1%)

Deprivation

Decile 2 (5,517 of 33,755)

Street crime

438 incidents within 1 mile (Apr 2026)

Key features

Good Condition
Mid Terraced
Lounge & Dining Room
Fitted Kitchen
Two Bedrooms
Bathroom
Rear Yard
Pvcu D.G & Combi Boiler.

Additional details

Garden: Yes

Description

* EXCELLENT CONDITION - OFF MELTON ROAD * This well presented mid terraced property is situated in the popular area of Belgrave. The property is close to local schools, shops and amenities.
Briefly, the accommodation comprises, lounge, dining room, well presented fitted kitchen, two bedrooms and a family bathroom. The property benefits from gas fired combination boiler central heating, PVCu double glazing and rear yard.
* Ideal for first time buyers and investors * Viewing is by appointment only.

Ground FloorLounge3.63m(11'11'') x 3.51m(11'6'')
PVCu double glazed door to front aspect, PVCu double glazed window to front aspect, laminated flooring, radiator and television point.
Dining Room3.61m(11'10'') x 3.53m(11'7'')
PVCu double glazed window to rear aspect, space for dining table, radiator and staircase off.
Fitted Kitchen4.09m(13'5'') x 1.93m(6'4'')
Base level cupboards and drawers having round edged worktops over, wall mounted eye level cupboards, 1 & bowl stainless steel sink with drainer and mixer, integrated four ring gas hob with stainless steel extractor over, tiled flooring, plumbing for washing machine, radiator, PVCu double glazed windows to rear aspect and PVCu double door to garden area.
First FloorLandingCarpeted, access to loft space and radiator.
Bedroom 13.94m(12'11'') x 3.61m(11'10'')
Fitted cupboards, access to storage cupboard, PVCu double glazed window to front aspect, carpeted and radiator.
Bedroom 23.78m(12'5'') x 3.02m(9'11'')
Carpeted, radiator and PVCu double glazed window to rear aspect.
BathroomPanelled bath tub, pedestal wash hand basin, close coupled w.c., radiator, extractor fan and obscure PVCu double glazed window to rear aspect.
OutsideRearSlabbed patio area, access to outside w.c. and shed with gated access to the front.
ViewingIf you would like to view the above property, please contact us at (0116) 266 9977 and we will be happy to arrange an appointment for you.
Our office hours are
Monday to Friday 9.00am to 5.30pm
Saturday 10.00am to 1.00pm

OffersAll offers placed need to be qualified by Seths or one of their advisors before being passed onto the vendors. Intending purchasers will also be asked to produce identification documentation and proof of funds, in order to comply with the Money Laundering Regulations 2003. We would ask for your co-operation in order that there will be no delay in agreeing the sale.

Council TaxWe have made internet enquiries with Leicester City Council and Valuation Office and we are informed that the property is within Band A for Council Tax for the year 2011/12 - £939.49 per annum

Local SchoolsThe following are local schools in the area.
Primary Schools - Catherine Junior School (0.2 miles), Sathya Sai School (0.2 miles) Catherine Infant School (0.3 miles), Abbey Primary Community School (0.3 miles), Saint Patrick's Catholic Primary School (0.4 miles), Rushey Mead Primary School (0.5 miles).
Secondary Schools - Darul Uloom Leicester (0.4 miles), Leicester Community Islamic School (0.8 miles), Soar Valley College (0.9 miles), Rushey Mead School (1.0 miles), Moat Community College (1.2 miles), Leicester Grammar School (1.4 miles)
This information is provided in good faith in assisting you to finding a selection of local schools within a certain distance of the property. You should seek confirmation from the schools with regard to availablity, catchment, etc. Please note the distance matches the centre of the postcode of the subject property and not necessarily the exact location.
FloorplansThis plan is included as a service to our customers and is intended as a GUIDE TO LAYOUT only. Dimensions are approximate.
DO NOT SCALE.
Agent'S NoteSeths have not tested the GAS or ELECTRICAL appliances/installations and therefore, no warranties can be given. Accordingly buyers are recommended to make relevant enquiries personally.
MeasurementsAll measurements contained herein are given in good faith, and are carried out in accordance with the RICS and ISVA Code of Measuring Practice. Potential buyers are advised to recheck the measurements before committing to any expense.
Draft ParticularsThese particulars are in draft form and awaiting the vendor's approval.
Please Note: These particulars are issued on the distinct understanding that all negotiations are conducted through Seths Estate Agents. The property is offered subject to contract and it still being available at the time of enquiry. No responsibility can be accepted for the loss or expenses incurred in viewing. Seth's Estate Agents hereby inform that these particulars do not constitute any part of an offer or contract and any intending purchaser must satisfy himself by inspection or otherwise as to the correctness of each of the statements contained herein. The vendor and his agents make or give no representation or warranty whatsoever in relation to this property and no responsibility can be taken for the statements contained in these particulars which are not to be relied upon as statements or representations of fact on the part of either of them.

Listed by

Leicester

Seths Estate & Letting Agents

Reference: 33783874

EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost

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Flood risk

Zone: 2

Risk: In flood risk area

Environment Agency Flood Risk Areas (APSFR)

EPC Graphs

EPC 1

Price history

295% since 1995

Event	Date	Price	% change
Sold	01/09/2006 (19 years ago)	£116,500	+294.9%
Sold	25/08/1995 (30 years ago)	£29,500	—

Source: HM Land Registry Price Paid Data. Crown copyright.

Sold Comparables

Same street and nearby sales within 0.25 miles (last 5 years). Data from Land Registry Price Paid.

Address	Price	Date	Type
Same street 55 DOWN STREET, LEICESTER, LE4 6JF	£250,000	27/06/2025	Terraced
36 DOWN STREET, LEICESTER, LE4 6JE	£270,000	19/03/2025	Terraced
28 CANON STREET, LEICESTER, LE4 6NG	£245,000	20/02/2025	Terraced
57 MELROSE STREET, LEICESTER, LE4 6FD	£250,000	03/11/2023	Terraced
30 JERMYN STREET, LEICESTER, LE4 6NR	£300,000	12/09/2023	Terraced
16 MOIRA STREET, LEICESTER, LE4 6LA	£250,000	14/08/2023	Terraced
25 MOIRA STREET, LEICESTER, LE4 6LB	£255,000	21/07/2023	Terraced
Same street 77 DOWN STREET, LEICESTER, LE4 6JF	£232,000	20/01/2023	Terraced
52 DOWN STREET, LEICESTER, LE4 6JE	£175,000	20/12/2022	Terraced
10 DOWN STREET, LEICESTER, LE4 6JE	£270,000	24/11/2022	Terraced
35 PORTMAN STREET, LEICESTER, LE4 6NZ	£296,500	28/10/2022	Terraced
Same street 35 DOWN STREET, LEICESTER, LE4 6JF	£253,500	27/09/2022	Terraced
Same street 87 DOWN STREET, LEICESTER, LE4 6JF	£238,000	26/08/2022	Terraced
30 LOUGHBOROUGH ROAD, LEICESTER, LE4 5LD	£372,500	01/07/2022	Terraced
1 MELROSE STREET, LEICESTER, LE4 6FD	£216,000	27/05/2022	Terraced
107 MOIRA STREET, LEICESTER, LE4 6LD	£250,000	23/05/2022	Terraced
14 HALKIN STREET, LEICESTER, LE4 6JU	£270,000	20/05/2022	Terraced
42 DONCASTER ROAD, LEICESTER, LE4 6JH	£210,000	31/03/2022	Terraced
Same street 25 DOWN STREET, LEICESTER, LE4 6JF	£220,000	18/02/2022	Terraced
117 DOWN STREET, LEICESTER, LE4 6JG	£267,500	11/02/2022	Terraced
108 DOWN STREET, LEICESTER, LE4 6JG	£216,000	11/02/2022	Terraced
27 DONCASTER ROAD, LEICESTER, LE4 6JL	£245,000	14/01/2022	Terraced
12 CANON STREET, LEICESTER, LE4 6NG	£250,000	10/12/2021	Terraced
17 AGAR STREET, LEICESTER, LE4 6NE	£222,000	12/11/2021	Terraced
103 DOWN STREET, LEICESTER, LE4 6JG	£219,000	30/09/2021	Terraced

Street average: £238,700 (5 sales)

Area average: £252,475 (20 sales)

Capital growth trend

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

5y growth 16.6%

10y growth 56.2%

House Price Index (HM Land Registry — official index, not sold-price averages): Leicester. Series: Terraced. As of March 2026.

1y (index) 2.3%

5y (index) 18.8%

10y (index) 67.7%

Rental Range

Estimated market rent for Leicester. Low = conservative, Realistic = average, Optimistic = best case.

Low £923/mo

Realistic £1,025/mo

Optimistic £1,128/mo

Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → Leicester.

LHA (30th percentile) floor for Leicester: £648/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)

Location

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Nearby

Nearest stations, universities and amenities (distance from property).

Type	Name	Distance
Bus stop	Doncaster Road	0.1 miles
Shop	Tesco Express	0.2 miles
Shop	Morker News	0.2 miles
Train station	Unknown	0.6 miles
Hospital	Leicester Nuffield Hospital	2.1 miles
Hospital	Main Entrance	2.5 miles
University	University of Leicester	3.0 miles
University	University of Leicester - The Village	3.3 miles

Street-level crime

Category	Count
Violence and sexual offences	172
Anti-social behaviour	81
Public order	43
Criminal damage and arson	29
Other theft	23
Vehicle crime	23
Drugs	18
Burglary	13
Robbery	10
Bicycle theft	6
Other crime	6
Shoplifting	6
Theft from the person	5
Possession of weapons	3
Total incidents	438

Within 1 mile during Apr 2026. Source: data.police.uk (England & Wales).

Schools nearby

Nearest open schools with Ofsted ratings (England). Closed schools are not shown. Data from Get Information about Schools and Ofsted.

Name	Type	Distance	Ofsted
Saint Patrick's Catholic Voluntary Academy	Primary	0.2 miles	Good — 9 May 2023
Abbey Mead Primary Academy	Primary	0.3 miles	Outstanding — 17 Apr 2024
Darul Uloom Leicester	Other	0.3 miles	Good — 25 Nov 2021
Catherine Junior School	Primary	0.3 miles	Good — 4 Dec 2023
Catherine Infant School	Primary	0.4 miles	Outstanding — 13 Jan 2020

Rental Comparables

Rental listings exist nearby, but none matched the 2-bedroom count for this property.

Rent-driven metrics

Based on Area rent estimate.

Rent ratio 0.82%

Max investor price (0.8%) £128,125

Target investor price (1%) £102,500

Rent ratio — Monthly rent ÷ purchase price (1% rule). 1%+ = strong, 0.8–1% = okay, <0.8% = weak for cashflow.
Max investor price — Rent ÷ 0.8%; the price at which rent would be 0.8% of price (Stoke-style target).
Target investor price — Rent ÷ 1%; the price at which rent would be 1% of price (strong cashflow band).
Gross yield — Annual rent as % of purchase price (no costs).