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51 LONSDALE ROAD

EXETER, DEVON EX1 3DP

2 beds 1 baths 753 sq ft Listed 29 Jan 2019 (-2706d)

£300,000

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# 2 bedroom detached house for sale (EX1 3DP)

## Property Details

| Key | Value |
|-----|-------|
| Address | 51 LONSDALE ROAD, EXETER, DEVON EX1 3DP |
| Price | £300,000 |
| Bedrooms | 2 |
| Bathrooms | 1 |
| Floor area | 70 m² |
| Last sold | £300,000 May 2019 |

## EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost

- **Current rating:** D
- **Potential rating:** B
- **Expiry date:** 12/03/2029

### Recommendations
- W1 (1,200)
- E (15)
- N (6,000)
- U (8,000)

[View full EPC on gov.uk](https://find-energy-certificate.service.gov.uk/energy-certificate/8071-6927-4500-8697-3992)

## Description

**SUMMARY**

Located in the heart of Heavitree approximately 2 miles from the City centre this fabulous bungalow is perfectly situated in a quiet cul de sac with an attractive sunny rear garden. Other benefits include a garage, sun room , two bedroom, modern fitted kitchen.

**DESCRIPTION**

An opportunity to acquire a fabulous detached bungalow, occupying a highly desirable residential location convenient to local amenities and Heavitree Park and RD&E Hospital. Modern throughout the property boast two bedrooms with the second currently being used as a dining room, light and spacious living room. A modern fitted kitchen / breakfast room. Modern Bathroom . To the rear of the property is a low maintenance rear garden with rear access and off road parking available. Garage is in a block.. Popular cul-de-sac location. Viewing highly recommended.

**Entrance Hall**

Radiator, built in airing cupboard, door to ...

**Living Room** 20' 5" x 11' 5" ( 6.22m x 3.48m )

Light and spacious, front double glazed window, side double glazed window, three radiators.

**Kitchen** 10' 11" max x 9' 10" max ( 3.33m max x 3.00m max )

Range of modern fitted wall and base units with roll top surfaces, stainless steel sink drainer, integrated electric oven with gas hob and cooker hood over, space and plumbing for washing machine, space and plumbing for dish washer, space for tumble dryer, fitted storage cupboards, rear double glazed patio doors leading to the side garden, side double glazed window.

**Bathroom**

Side double glazed window, matching three piece suite with low level WC, wash hand basin facility, paneled bath, shower over the bath, heated towel rail.

**Master Bedroom** 12' 4" x 9' 2" ( 3.76m x 2.79m )

Double bedroom, rear double glazed window, radiator, fitted double wardrobe.

**Bedroom Two** 9'  x 8' 11" ( 2.74m x 2.72m )

Currently being used as a dining room. Fitted double wardrobe, radiator, square archway leading through to ...

**Sun Room**

uPVC double glazed windows surrounding, orangery ceiling, radiator, double glazed door leading to the rear garden.

**Rear Garden**

Really good size. Power points, outside tap, low maintenance with astro turf potted plants, mature plants and hedges for decoration, rear wooden gate leading to the back of the property.

**Front Of Property**

Attractive front garden with mixture of potted plants and mature shrubs for decoration, concrete steps leading up to the pathway.

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.

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## Floorplans

- ![Floorplan 1](/listings/photos/59825655/744315) - Floorplan 1

## EPC Graphs

- ![EPC 1](/listings/photos/59825655/744317) - EPC 1

## FENSA Certificates

This property has 1 FENSA certificate(s) on record.

### FENSA Certificate #4188036
- **Address:** 51 Lonsdale Road, EXETER, EX1 3DP
- **Certificate Issued:** 31/10/2006
- **Work Completed:** 02/10/2006
- **Items:** 1 window(s), 1 door(s)

## Sales History

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

| Address | Price | Date | Type |
|---------|-------|------|------|
| 51 LONSDALE ROAD, EXETER, DEVON, EX1 3DP | £300,000 | 24/05/2019 | 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 |
|---------|-------|------|------|
| 19 SYCAMORE CLOSE, EXETER, DEVON, EX1 3DF | £326,000 | 17/12/2025 | Detached |
| [Same street] 18 LONSDALE ROAD, EXETER, DEVON, EX1 3DP | £310,000 | 25/07/2025 | Semi-detached |
| 18 COATES ROAD, EXETER, DEVON, EX2 5RW | £215,000 | 22/11/2023 | Detached |
| 150 SWEETBRIER LANE, EXETER, DEVON, EX1 3DG | £650,000 | 13/10/2023 | Detached |
| 147 SWEETBRIER LANE, EXETER, DEVON, EX1 3DG | £515,000 | 16/08/2022 | Detached |
| [Same street] 28 LONSDALE ROAD, EXETER, DEVON, EX1 3DP | £392,500 | 09/08/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 150 SWEETBRIER LANE, EXETER, DEVON, EX1 3DG | £585,000 | 15/07/2022 | Detached |
| 148 SWEETBRIER LANE, EXETER, DEVON, EX1 3AR | £565,000 | 01/06/2022 | Detached |
| 170 SWEETBRIER LANE, EXETER, DEVON, EX1 3DG | £415,000 | 18/02/2022 | Detached |
| 18 COATES ROAD, EXETER, DEVON, EX2 5RW | £325,000 | 25/11/2021 | Detached |
| 15 SYCAMORE CLOSE, EXETER, DEVON, EX1 3DF | £297,000 | 01/11/2021 | Detached |
| 19A BIRCHY BARTON HILL, EXETER, DEVON, EX1 3ET | £570,000 | 27/08/2021 | Detached |
| 13 SYCAMORE CLOSE, EXETER, DEVON, EX1 3DF | £220,000 | 23/08/2021 | Detached |

**Street average:** £351,250 (2 sales)
**Area average:** £425,727 (11 sales)

## Price vs local average

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

- **Local average:** £412,820 (25 Detached, EX1, 2024–2026)
- **Deviation:** -27.3%

## Rental Range

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

- **Low:** £1,183/mo
- **Realistic:** £1,314/mo
- **Optimistic:** £1,445/mo

## LHA (Local Housing Allowance)

*VOA 30th percentile rent floor for Exeter (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 Flat, Blackthorn Crescent, EX1 | £1,050/mo | 2 | 0.38 miles | OpenRent |
| 2 Bed Terraced House, Chaucer Grove, EX4 | £1,300/mo | 2 | 0.92 miles | OpenRent |
| 2 Bed Flat, Tor Close, EX4 | £1,100/mo | 2 | 1.14 miles | OpenRent |
| 2 Bed Terraced House, East Grove Road, EX2 | £1,475/mo | 2 | 1.17 miles | OpenRent |

**Average rent: £1,231/mo (4 listings)**

## 1% Rule

- **Rent ratio:** 0.4% (weak for cashflow)
- **Max investor price (0.8%):** £150,000
- **Target investor price (1%):** £120,000

*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 £1,200/mo).*

- **Gross yield:** 4.8%
- **Cost-to-rent:** 20.8×
- **Monthly cashflow:** £-126/mo (75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term)
- **Cash-on-cash ROI:** -1.7%

*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:** £4,286/m²

## Capital growth trend

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

- **5y growth:** 17.2%
- **10y growth:** 17.1%

## House Price Index (HM Land Registry)

*Official index for Exeter; Detached series; as of March 2026.*

- **1y growth (index):** -2.2%
- **5y growth (index):** 12.9%
- **10y growth (index):** 32.3%

## 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)

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Property details

Tenure

FREEHOLD

Floor area

70 m²

EPC rating

Last sold

£300,000 May 2019

Price per m²

£4,286/m²

Local average

£412,820 (-27.3%)

Deprivation

Decile 9 (29,589 of 33,755)

Street crime

300 incidents within 1 mile (Apr 2026)

Key features

Two bedroom detached bungalow
Sun room overlooking attractive rear garden
Garage
Situated in Heavitree
No onward chain

Additional details

Parking: Yes
Garden: Yes

Description

SUMMARY
Located in the heart of Heavitree approximately 2 miles from the City centre this fabulous bungalow is perfectly situated in a quiet cul de sac with an attractive sunny rear garden. Other benefits include a garage, sun room , two bedroom, modern fitted kitchen.

DESCRIPTION
An opportunity to acquire a fabulous detached bungalow, occupying a highly desirable residential location convenient to local amenities and Heavitree Park and RD&E Hospital. Modern throughout the property boast two bedrooms with the second currently being used as a dining room, light and spacious living room. A modern fitted kitchen / breakfast room. Modern Bathroom . To the rear of the property is a low maintenance rear garden with rear access and off road parking available. Garage is in a block.. Popular cul-de-sac location. Viewing highly recommended.

Entrance Hall
Radiator, built in airing cupboard, door to ...

Living Room 20' 5" x 11' 5" ( 6.22m x 3.48m )
Light and spacious, front double glazed window, side double glazed window, three radiators.

Kitchen 10' 11" max x 9' 10" max ( 3.33m max x 3.00m max )
Range of modern fitted wall and base units with roll top surfaces, stainless steel sink drainer, integrated electric oven with gas hob and cooker hood over, space and plumbing for washing machine, space and plumbing for dish washer, space for tumble dryer, fitted storage cupboards, rear double glazed patio doors leading to the side garden, side double glazed window.

Bathroom
Side double glazed window, matching three piece suite with low level WC, wash hand basin facility, paneled bath, shower over the bath, heated towel rail.

Master Bedroom 12' 4" x 9' 2" ( 3.76m x 2.79m )
Double bedroom, rear double glazed window, radiator, fitted double wardrobe.

Bedroom Two 9' x 8' 11" ( 2.74m x 2.72m )
Currently being used as a dining room. Fitted double wardrobe, radiator, square archway leading through to ...

Sun Room
uPVC double glazed windows surrounding, orangery ceiling, radiator, double glazed door leading to the rear garden.

Rear Garden
Really good size. Power points, outside tap, low maintenance with astro turf potted plants, mature plants and hedges for decoration, rear wooden gate leading to the back of the property.

Front Of Property
Attractive front garden with mixture of potted plants and mature shrubs for decoration, concrete steps leading up to the pathway.

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.

Listed by

Exeter

Connells

Reference: 59825655

EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost

Current rating: D

Potential rating: B

Inspection date: 13/03/2019

Expiry date: 12/03/2029

EPC D or below may face future regulation risk. Upgrading to C could improve long-term ROI.

Recommendations

Floor insulation (suspended floor) (1,200)
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (15)
Solar water heating (6,000)
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp (8,000)

View full EPC on gov.uk

Flood risk

Zone: 1

Risk: Low

Job (default Low)

Floorplans

Floorplan 1

EPC Graphs

EPC 1

FENSA Certificates

This property has 1 FENSA certificate(s) on record, indicating window/door installations by FENSA-approved installers.

FENSA Certificate #4188036

Property Details

Street: 51 Lonsdale Road

Town: EXETER

Postcode: EX1 3DP

Installation Details

Items: 1 window and 1 door

Certificate Issued: 31/10/2006

Work Completed: 02/10/2006

This certificate data was retrieved from FENSA's database

What is FENSA? FENSA (Fenestration Self-Assessment Scheme) is a government-authorised scheme that monitors building regulation compliance for replacement windows and doors. Certificates indicate that work was completed by FENSA-approved installers.

Price history

Event	Date	Price	% change
Sold	24/05/2019 (7 years ago)	£300,000	—

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
19 SYCAMORE CLOSE, EXETER, DEVON, EX1 3DF	£326,000	17/12/2025	Detached
Same street 18 LONSDALE ROAD, EXETER, DEVON, EX1 3DP	£310,000	25/07/2025	Semi-detached
18 COATES ROAD, EXETER, DEVON, EX2 5RW	£215,000	22/11/2023	Detached
150 SWEETBRIER LANE, EXETER, DEVON, EX1 3DG	£650,000	13/10/2023	Detached
147 SWEETBRIER LANE, EXETER, DEVON, EX1 3DG	£515,000	16/08/2022	Detached
Same street 28 LONSDALE ROAD, EXETER, DEVON, EX1 3DP	£392,500	09/08/2022	Semi-detached
150 SWEETBRIER LANE, EXETER, DEVON, EX1 3DG	£585,000	15/07/2022	Detached
148 SWEETBRIER LANE, EXETER, DEVON, EX1 3AR	£565,000	01/06/2022	Detached
170 SWEETBRIER LANE, EXETER, DEVON, EX1 3DG	£415,000	18/02/2022	Detached
18 COATES ROAD, EXETER, DEVON, EX2 5RW	£325,000	25/11/2021	Detached
15 SYCAMORE CLOSE, EXETER, DEVON, EX1 3DF	£297,000	01/11/2021	Detached
19A BIRCHY BARTON HILL, EXETER, DEVON, EX1 3ET	£570,000	27/08/2021	Detached
13 SYCAMORE CLOSE, EXETER, DEVON, EX1 3DF	£220,000	23/08/2021	Detached

Street average: £351,250 (2 sales)

Area average: £425,727 (11 sales)

Capital growth trend

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

5y growth 17.2%

10y growth 17.1%

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

1y (index) -2.2%

5y (index) 12.9%

10y (index) 32.3%

Rental Range

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

Low £1,183/mo

Realistic £1,314/mo

Optimistic £1,445/mo

Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → Exeter.

LHA (30th percentile) floor for Exeter: £793/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)

Location

Map view View on Google Maps View on OpenStreetMap Street View EX1 3DP

Nearby

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

Type	Name	Distance
Bus stop	St Loyes Road	0.1 miles
Bus stop	Heavitree Bridge	0.1 miles
Shop	Studio East	0.2 miles
Shop	Londis	0.2 miles
Train station	Polsloe Bridge	0.8 miles
University	St Luke's Campus	1.0 miles
Train station	Digby and Sowton	1.0 miles
University	Engineering Department University of Exeter	1.9 miles
Hospital	Dawlish Community Hospital	9.8 miles
Hospital	Sidmouth Victoria Hospital	11.5 miles

Street-level crime

Category	Count
Violence and sexual offences	144
Anti-social behaviour	40
Criminal damage and arson	29
Public order	20
Shoplifting	14
Other theft	13
Other crime	12
Vehicle crime	8
Drugs	7
Burglary	4
Possession of weapons	3
Robbery	3
Theft from the person	3
Total incidents	300

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
Woodwater Academy	Primary	0.4 miles	Good — 6 May 2024
St Michael's Church of England Primary Academy	Primary	0.5 miles	Outstanding — 11 Sep 2015
St Nicholas Catholic Primary School	Primary	0.5 miles	— (Inspected (no overall grade))
St Peter's Church of England Aided School	Secondary	0.5 miles	Good — 5 Nov 2015
Whipton Barton Junior School	Primary	0.6 miles	Good — 18 Sep 2023

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 Flat, Blackthorn Crescent, EX1	£1,050/mo	2	0.38 miles	OpenRent
2 Bed Terraced House, Chaucer Grove, EX4	£1,300/mo	2	0.92 miles	OpenRent
2 Bed Flat, Tor Close, EX4	£1,100/mo	2	1.14 miles	OpenRent
2 Bed Terraced House, East Grove Road, EX2	£1,475/mo	2	1.17 miles	OpenRent

Average rent: £1,231/mo (4 listings)

Rent-driven metrics

Based on OpenRent comparables.

Rent ratio 0.4%

Max investor price (0.8%) £150,000

Target investor price (1%) £120,000

Gross yield 4.8%

Cost-to-rent ratio 20.8×

Monthly cashflow £-126/mo 75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term

Cash-on-cash ROI -1.7%

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).
Cost-to-rent — Price ÷ annual rent (from OpenRent comparables). Under 14× = strong, 14–16× = acceptable, 17×+ = compressed.
Cashflow — Rent minus 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).