# 4 bedroom detached bungalow for sale (LA6 2DB) ## Property Details | Key | Value | |-----|-------| | Address | 14 RUSKIN DRIVE, CARNFORTH, KIRKBY LONSDALE, WESTMORLAND AND FURNESS LA6 2DB | | Price | £500,000 | | Bedrooms | 4 | | Bathrooms | 2 | | Council tax | B | | Last sold | £475,000 Mar 2025 | ## Description A well present detached family bungalow located in the popular town of Kirkby Lonsdale. Having plenty of amenities on offer within the local area and easy access to both the Lake District National Park and the Yorkshire Dales National Park. Road links to the M6 Motorway are easily accessed as well. This well proportioned detached bungalow could be everything your looking for in a sought-after location. Upon entering the home, you are greeted by a light and airy sitting room on the right, perfect for relaxing or entertaining guests. The dining room can be found next to the sitting room which boasts garden views, providing a serene backdrop for family meals. The kitchen has plenty of space for all your cooking needs and leads seamlessly to a conservatory where you can enjoy your morning coffee or bask in the afternoon sun. Also on the ground floor are three double bedrooms and a family bathroom which comprises a W.C., wash hand basin and shower cubicle. Upstairs there is the final double room that looks out over the garden and a family bathroom comprising a W.C., wash hand basin, bidet and bath, as well as an independent shower cubicle, the bedroom upstairs also hosts cupboards in the eaves creating plenty of storage. Outside, the property is a nature lover's paradise, with well-kept gardens both to the front and rear. The rear garden features a lush lawn that is impeccably maintained, bordered by a picturesque forest that provides a peaceful and private setting. A convenient shed is located in the garden, offering additional storage space for all your tools and equipment. The front garden mirrors the care and attention to detail seen throughout the property, with a pristine lawn and ample driveway parking for multiple vehicles which leads to a standalone garage. Whether you're hosting a barbeque with friends, enjoying a morning cup of tea, or simply taking in the surrounding greenery, the outdoor spaces of this bungalow are sure to captivate and inspire. Don't miss this opportunity to make this charming property your own and experience the tranquility and beauty it has to offer. EPC Rating: E**PORCH** (1.61m x 2.78m) **ENTRANCE HALL** (4.77m x 5.89m) **SITTING ROOM** (4.5m x 5.56m) **DINING ROOM** (3.81m x 3.82m) **KITCHEN** (2.85m x 3.32m) **BEDROOM** (2.86m x 4.95m) **BEDROOM** (3.6m x 3.94m) **BEDROOM** (2.69m x 3.78m) **BATHROOM** (2.33m x 2.69m) **CONSERVATORY** (2.37m x 2.92m) **LANDING** (1.4m x 3.33m) **BEDROOM** (3.79m x 6.45m) **BATHROOM** (2.79m x 3.66m) **SERVICES** Mains electric, mains gas, mains water, mains drainage **IDENTIFICATION CHECKS** Should a purchaser(s) have an offer accepted on a property marketed by THW Estate Agents they will need to undertake an identification check. This is done to meet our obligation under Anti Money Laundering Regulations (AML) and is a legal requirement. We use a specialist third party service to verify your identity. The cost of these checks is £43.20 inc. VAT per buyer, which is paid in advance, when an offer is agreed and prior to a sales memorandum being issued. This charge is non-refundable. **Garden** Well kept gardens to the front and rear with the rear garden having a well kept lawn with a beautiful forest back drop. A shed is available in the garden as well which is helpful for all your storage needs. 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Data from Land Registry Price Paid.* | Address | Price | Date | Type | |---------|-------|------|------| | 14 RUSKIN DRIVE, KIRKBY LONSDALE, CARNFORTH, WESTMORLAND AND FURNESS, LA6 2DB | £475,000 | 14/03/2025 | 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 | |---------|-------|------|------| | 1 RUSKIN DRIVE, KIRKBY LONSDALE, CARNFORTH, WESTMORLAND AND FURNESS, LA6 2DB | £550,000 | 10/05/2023 | Detached | | THE OLD WEIGH HOUSE SWINE MARKET, KIRKBY LONSDALE, CARNFORTH, SOUTH LAKELAND, CUMBRIA, LA6 2FT | £450,000 | 04/11/2022 | Detached | | NEW HOUSE BACK LANE, KIRKBY LONSDALE, CARNFORTH, SOUTH LAKELAND, CUMBRIA, LA6 2AP | £391,000 | 02/09/2022 | Detached | | ELMDENE RUSKIN DRIVE, KIRKBY LONSDALE, CARNFORTH, SOUTH LAKELAND, CUMBRIA, LA6 2DB | £375,000 | 22/07/2022 | Detached | | 11 LUNE CLOSE, KIRKBY LONSDALE, CARNFORTH, SOUTH LAKELAND, CUMBRIA, LA6 2DA | £787,000 | 30/09/2021 | Detached | | 4 LUNE CLOSE, KIRKBY LONSDALE, CARNFORTH, SOUTH LAKELAND, CUMBRIA, LA6 2DA | £377,000 | 30/09/2021 | Detached | | GREEN CLOSE COTTAGE MAIN STREET, KIRKBY LONSDALE, CARNFORTH, WESTMORLAND AND FURNESS, LA6 2BT | £540,000 | 30/09/2021 | Detached | **Area average:** £495,714 (7 sales) ## Price vs local average *Outcode + property type (HousePrices, last 2 years).* - **Local average:** £607,808 (13 Detached, LA6, 2024–2026) - **Deviation:** -17.7% ## Rental Range *ONS Price Index of Private Rents (North West). Low / Realistic / Optimistic = conservative / average / best case.* - **Low:** £856/mo - **Realistic:** £951/mo - **Optimistic:** £1,046/mo ## LHA (Local Housing Allowance) *VOA 30th percentile rent floor for Kendal (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026).* - **LHA floor (this property size):** £992/mo ## 1% Rule - **Rent ratio:** 0.19% (weak for cashflow) - **Max investor price (0.8%):** £118,875 - **Target investor price (1%):** £95,100 *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:** 21.6% - **10y growth:** 66% ## House Price Index (HM Land Registry) *Official index for North West; Detached series; as of March 2026.* - **1y growth (index):** 1.1% - **5y growth (index):** 22.5% - **10y growth (index):** 56.4% ## 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)