# 4 bedroom detached house for sale (PO32 6AU) ## Property Details | Key | Value | |-----|-------| | Address | 74 OLD ROAD, EAST COWES, ISLE OF WIGHT PO32 6AU | | Price | £369,950 | | Bedrooms | 4 | | Bathrooms | 1 | | Construction age | England and Wales: 1967-1975 | | Floor area | 80 m² | | Last sold | £362,000 Dec 2023 | ## EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost - **Current rating:** D - **Potential rating:** C - **Expiry date:** 03/09/2033 - **Current heating cost:** £1,600/year - **Est. upgrade cost to C:** £15,500 ### Recommendations - B (£500 - £1,500) - W2 (£4,000 - £6,000) - 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/0237-9921-1200-0134-9206) ## Description This lovely home is a spacious detached residence offering flexible family accommodation set within a very desirable area. This well presented property has some views towards Cowes and boasts off road parking for several cars. The property is well presented and comprises of a storm porch, welcoming entrance hall, ground floor cloakroom WC, a light and airy kitchen and a lounge with access to the conservatory. Continuing to the first floor, there are four good size bedrooms and shower room wc. Other benefits include double glazing throughout and gas central heating. Externally there is off road parking via the driveway, garage, and gardens to the front and rear. This is a rare opportunity to acquire a substantial family home in the coastal resort of East Cowes, which has many features that include Waitrose supermarket, convenience stores, plus a varied range of shops and restaurants. The shingle and sand beach in East Cowes is ideal for families and enjoys fantastic views across the Solent and out towards Cowes marina. The lovely esplanade boasts a playground, paddling pool, cafe and has a woodland area behind, perfect for leisurely walks. The Red Funnel car ferry service to Southampton is located under half a mile away. To arrange an internal viewing please call The Wright Estate Agency on . **Entrance Hall** - **Lounge** - 4.34 x 5.98 (14'2" x 19'7") - **Kitchen** - 3.31 x 2.79 (10'10" x 9'1") - **Bedroom 1** - 3.40 x 3.33 (11'1" x 10'11") - **Bedroom 2** - 2.63 x 3.04 (8'7" x 9'11") - **Bedroom 3** - 2.74 x 2.57 (8'11" x 8'5") - **Bedroom 4** - 2.58 x 1.99 (8'5" x 6'6") - **Shower Room** - 2.21 x 1.64 (7'3" x 5'4") - **Conservatory** - 3.65 x 2.55 (11'11" x 8'4") - **Garage** - 5.31 x 2.73 (17'5" x 8'11") - **Outside** - To the front of the property there is a driveway providing off road parking for several cars. There is also a garage with up and over door, lawn area with shrubs and gated access to the side. The rear garden is real delight and has plenty to offer for all the family. There is a good size lawn for the kids to play and large patio and decked area for the family get togethers. The rear gardens also has a lovely summer house, mature trees and shrubs and space for a hot tub. **Council Tax** - Band D **Services** - Unconfirmed gas, electric, telephone, mains water and drainage. **Agent Notes** - Our particulars are designed to give a fair description of the property, but if there is any point of special importance to you we will be pleased to check the information for you. None of the appliances or services have been tested, should you require to have tests carried out, we will be happy to arrange this for you. Nothing in these particulars is intended to indicate that any carpets or curtains, furnishings or fittings, electrical goods (whether wired in or not), gas fires or light fitments, or any other fixtures not expressly included, are part of the property offered for sale. ## Property Photos - ![IMG_5976.jpg](/listings/photos/139314449/212563) - IMG_5976.jpg - ![DSC_0071.JPG](/listings/photos/139314449/212564) - DSC_0071.JPG - ![DSC_0100.JPG](/listings/photos/139314449/212565) - DSC_0100.JPG - ![DSC_0064.JPG](/listings/photos/139314449/212566) - DSC_0064.JPG - ![DSC_0040.JPG](/listings/photos/139314449/212567) - DSC_0040.JPG - ![DSC_0037.jpg](/listings/photos/139314449/212568) - DSC_0037.jpg - ![DSC_0066.JPG](/listings/photos/139314449/212569) - DSC_0066.JPG - ![DSC_0059.JPG](/listings/photos/139314449/212570) - DSC_0059.JPG - ![DSC_0061.JPG](/listings/photos/139314449/212571) - DSC_0061.JPG - ![DSC_0073.JPG](/listings/photos/139314449/212572) - DSC_0073.JPG - ![DSC_0047.jpg](/listings/photos/139314449/212573) - DSC_0047.jpg - ![DSC_0036.JPG](/listings/photos/139314449/212574) - DSC_0036.JPG - ![DSC_0029.JPG](/listings/photos/139314449/212575) - DSC_0029.JPG - ![DSC_0033.JPG](/listings/photos/139314449/212576) - DSC_0033.JPG - ![DSC_0028.JPG](/listings/photos/139314449/212577) - DSC_0028.JPG - ![IMG_5971.jpg](/listings/photos/139314449/212578) - IMG_5971.jpg - ![DSC_0088.JPG](/listings/photos/139314449/212579) - DSC_0088.JPG - ![DSC_0094.JPG](/listings/photos/139314449/212580) - DSC_0094.JPG - ![DSC_0106.JPG](/listings/photos/139314449/212581) - DSC_0106.JPG - ![DSC_0123.JPG](/listings/photos/139314449/212582) - DSC_0123.JPG - ![DSC_0130.JPG](/listings/photos/139314449/212583) - DSC_0130.JPG ## Floorplans - ![74OldRd-High.jpg](/listings/photos/139314449/212584) - 74OldRd-High.jpg ## EPC Graphs - ![EE Rating](/listings/photos/139314449/212585) - EE Rating ## FENSA Certificates This property has 3 FENSA certificate(s) on record. ### FENSA Certificate #143778 - **Address:** 74 Old Road, EAST COWES, PO32 6AU - **Certificate Issued:** 15/10/2002 - **Work Completed:** 08/08/2002 - **Items:** 1 window(s), 1 door(s) ### FENSA Certificate #16237242 - **Address:** 74 Old Road, EAST COWES, PO32 6AU - **Certificate Issued:** 07/04/2024 - **Work Completed:** 29/03/2024 - **Items:** 4 window(s), 3 door(s) ### FENSA Certificate #16505778 - **Address:** 74 Old Road, EAST COWES, PO32 6AU - **Certificate Issued:** 13/10/2024 - **Work Completed:** 04/10/2024 - **Items:** 4 window(s) ## Sales History *Recorded sales for this property. Data from Land Registry Price Paid.* | Address | Price | Date | Type | |---------|-------|------|------| | 74 OLD ROAD, EAST COWES, ISLE OF WIGHT, PO32 6AU | £362,000 | 20/12/2023 | Detached | | 74 OLD ROAD, EAST COWES, ISLE OF WIGHT, PO32 6AU | £120,000 | 28/09/2000 | 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 | |---------|-------|------|------| | 91 OSBORNE HEIGHTS, EAST COWES, ISLE OF WIGHT, PO32 6FF | £400,000 | 04/12/2025 | Detached | | 27 HEFFORD ROAD, EAST COWES, ISLE OF WIGHT, PO32 6QF | £290,000 | 07/11/2025 | Detached | | 18 VEREKER DRIVE, EAST COWES, ISLE OF WIGHT, PO32 6QD | £280,000 | 30/10/2025 | Detached | | 42 OLD ROAD, EAST COWES, ISLE OF WIGHT, PO32 6AP | £350,000 | 27/03/2025 | Detached | | 27 BIRCH CLOSE, EAST COWES, ISLE OF WIGHT, PO32 6QT | £143,000 | 08/12/2023 | Detached | | 19 VEREKER DRIVE, EAST COWES, ISLE OF WIGHT, PO32 6QE | £280,000 | 27/11/2023 | Detached | | 50 OLD ROAD, EAST COWES, ISLE OF WIGHT, PO32 6AP | £325,000 | 24/10/2023 | Detached | | 46 OLD ROAD, EAST COWES, ISLE OF WIGHT, PO32 6AP | £465,000 | 28/07/2023 | Detached | | [Same street] 125 OLD ROAD, EAST COWES, ISLE OF WIGHT, PO32 6AU | £369,000 | 13/07/2023 | Detached | | 16 HEFFORD ROAD, EAST COWES, ISLE OF WIGHT, PO32 6QF | £260,000 | 12/07/2023 | Detached | | 25 SYLVAN AVENUE, EAST COWES, ISLE OF WIGHT, PO32 6PS | £310,000 | 30/06/2023 | Detached | | 2 GLOSSOP CLOSE, EAST COWES, ISLE OF WIGHT, PO32 6PD | £330,000 | 05/06/2023 | Detached | | [Same street] 89 OLD ROAD, EAST COWES, ISLE OF WIGHT, PO32 6AU | £235,000 | 28/04/2023 | Semi-detached | | 100 OLD ROAD, EAST COWES, ISLE OF WIGHT, PO32 6AX | £465,000 | 21/04/2023 | Detached | | 65 OLD ROAD, EAST COWES, ISLE OF WIGHT, PO32 6AP | £305,000 | 10/02/2023 | Detached | | 43 HEFFORD ROAD, EAST COWES, ISLE OF WIGHT, PO32 6QG | £360,000 | 07/02/2023 | Detached | | [Same street] 80 OLD ROAD, EAST COWES, ISLE OF WIGHT, PO32 6AU | £370,000 | 25/11/2022 | Detached | | 35 HEFFORD ROAD, EAST COWES, ISLE OF WIGHT, PO32 6QG | £285,100 | 28/07/2022 | Detached | | 3 SYLVAN AVENUE, EAST COWES, ISLE OF WIGHT, PO32 6PT | £295,000 | 18/07/2022 | Detached | | 11 GLOSSOP CLOSE, EAST COWES, ISLE OF WIGHT, PO32 6PD | £365,000 | 04/07/2022 | Detached | | 57 OSBORNE HEIGHTS, EAST COWES, ISLE OF WIGHT, PO32 6FF | £342,500 | 29/06/2022 | Detached | | 38 NEW BARN ROAD, EAST COWES, ISLE OF WIGHT, PO32 6AY | £742,500 | 24/03/2022 | Detached | | 16 NEW BARN ROAD, EAST COWES, ISLE OF WIGHT, PO32 6TL | £540,000 | 24/03/2022 | Detached | **Street average:** £324,667 (3 sales) **Area average:** £356,655 (20 sales) ## Price vs local average *Outcode + property type (HousePrices, last 2 years).* - **Local average:** £293,667 (6 Detached, PO32, 2024–2026) - **Deviation:** +26% ## Rental Range *ONS Price Index of Private Rents (Isle of Wight). Low / Realistic / Optimistic = conservative / average / best case.* - **Low:** £849/mo - **Realistic:** £943/mo - **Optimistic:** £1,037/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 | |------|------|------|------|------| | 4 Bed Terraced House, Gustar Grove, PO32 | £1,550/mo | 4 | 1 miles | OpenRent | | 4 Bed Semi-Detached House, Abbey Walk, PO32 | £1,600/mo | 4 | 1.01 miles | OpenRent | **Average rent: £1,575/mo (2 listings)** ## 1% Rule - **Rent ratio:** 0.43% (weak for cashflow) - **Max investor price (0.8%):** £196,875 - **Target investor price (1%):** £157,500 *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 OpenRent comparables.* ## Rent-driven metrics *Based on OpenRent comparables (median £1,575/mo).* - **Gross yield:** 5.1% - **Cost-to-rent:** 19.6× - **Monthly cashflow:** £-64/mo (75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term) - **Cash-on-cash ROI:** -0.7% *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:** £4,624/m² ## Capital growth trend *Land Registry outcode average from sold prices: last 12 months vs 5y and 10y ago.* - **5y growth:** -25.5% - **10y growth:** 10.7% ## House Price Index (HM Land Registry) *Official index for Isle of Wight; Detached series; as of March 2026.* - **1y growth (index):** -3.3% - **5y growth (index):** 7.1% - **10y growth (index):** 34.7% ## 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)