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FLAT 64

CROWN QUAY, PREBEND STREET, BEDFORD, BEDFORD MK40 1BN

3 beds 2 baths 1,518 sq ft Listed 30 Jan 2025 (-510d)

£275,000

Reduced on 4 Jul 2025

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Property details

Tenure

LEASEHOLD (75 years remaining on lease)

Floor area

141 m²

Council tax band

D

EPC rating

C

Year built

England and Wales: 1991-1995

Last sold

£258,000 Nov 2025

Price per m²

£1,950/m²

Local average

£179,944 (+52.8%)

Deprivation

Decile 1 (3,120 of 33,755)

Street crime

696 incidents within 1 mile (Apr 2026)

Key features

  • Spacious Duplex flat
  • Three bedrooms
  • Master bedroom with en-suite
  • Well presented throughout
  • Spacious lounge
  • Seperate kitchen
  • Fantastic Riverside views
  • On site parking

Additional details

Parking
Yes
Garden
Front garden, Back garden

Description

SUMMARY
This stunning three-bedroom riverside duplex penthouse features dual-aspect views, a spacious open-plan living area, a master with en-suite and walk-in wardrobe, plus two additional double bedrooms. Just a 9-minute walk to the train station, it also includes private parking.


DESCRIPTION
This stunning three-bedroom duplex penthouse offers an exceptional blend of modern living and scenic tranquility, boasting breathtaking riverside views and dual-aspect windows that flood the home with natural light.

The property features a spacious open-plan living area, perfect for entertaining, and a sleek, well-appointed kitchen. The master bedroom includes a luxurious en-suite and a walk-in wardrobe for added convenience. Two additional double bedrooms provide ample space for family or guests.

Situated just a 9-minute walk from the train station, the property is located in Crown Quay which is a cul-de-sac location off of Prebend Street in central Bedford adjacent to the river. This home is ideal for commuters seeking a peaceful retreat. A private parking space adds to the convenience of this exceptional property.

Experience the perfect balance of style, comfort, and location in this riverside penthouse.

Ground Floor 

Entrance Hall 

Lounge 18' 2" x 15' 3" ( 5.54m x 4.65m )

Kitchen 9' Max x 7' Min ( 2.74m Max x 2.13m Min )

Bedroom Two 14' 7" x 11' 6" Max ( 4.45m x 3.51m Max )

Bedroom Three 15' 8" x 10' 1" ( 4.78m x 3.07m )

Bathroom 

First Floor 

Bedroom One 17' 9" x 16' 1" ( 5.41m x 4.90m )

Walk In Wardrobes 

Ensuite 

External  

Parking 


We currently hold lease details as displayed above, should you require further information please contact the branch. Please note additional fees could be incurred for items such as leasehold packs.



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

Bedford

Connells

Reference: 157564982

EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost

Current rating: C

Potential rating: C

Inspection date: 24/01/2017

Expiry date: 23/01/2027

Current heating cost: £681/year

Potential heating cost: £561/year

Recommendations

  • Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (70)
  • High heat retention storage heaters (2,400)

View full EPC on gov.uk

Flood risk

Zone: 1

Risk: Low

Job (default Low)

Floorplans

Floorplan 1

Floorplan 1

EPC Graphs

EPC

EPC

Price history

5% since 2017

Event Date Price % change
Sold 07/11/2025 (7 months ago) £258,000 +3.2%
Sold 06/11/2020 (5 years ago) £250,000 +2%
Sold 16/06/2017 (9 years ago) £245,000

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
67 SOVEREIGNS QUAY, BEDFORD, MK40 1TF £240,000 06/02/2026 Flat
Same street CROWN QUAY FLAT 74 PREBEND STREET, BEDFORD, MK40 1BN £180,000 15/08/2025 Flat
74 SOVEREIGNS QUAY, BEDFORD, MK40 1TF £190,000 14/12/2023 Flat
4 HERON QUAY, BEDFORD, MK40 1TH £153,000 31/10/2023 Flat
38 HERON QUAY, BEDFORD, MK40 1TH £190,000 25/08/2023 Flat
BRITANNIA HOUSE FLAT 118 PALGRAVE ROAD, BEDFORD, MK42 9BX £143,500 15/08/2023 Flat
BRITANNIA HOUSE FLAT 97 PALGRAVE ROAD, BEDFORD, MK42 9BX £185,000 19/04/2023 Flat
85 SOVEREIGNS QUAY, BEDFORD, MK40 1TF £175,000 05/04/2023 Flat
Same street CROWN QUAY FLAT 92 PREBEND STREET, BEDFORD, MK40 1BN £140,000 24/03/2023 Flat
48 HERON QUAY, BEDFORD, MK40 1TH £185,000 06/01/2023 Flat
61 SOVEREIGNS QUAY, BEDFORD, MK40 1TF £175,000 21/12/2022 Flat
46 HERON QUAY, BEDFORD, MK40 1TH £180,000 21/10/2022 Flat
BRITANNIA HOUSE FLAT 113 PALGRAVE ROAD, BEDFORD, MK42 9BX £224,000 12/10/2022 Flat
76 SOVEREIGNS QUAY, BEDFORD, MK40 1TF £187,500 31/08/2022 Flat
45 HERON QUAY, BEDFORD, MK40 1TH £176,000 01/07/2022 Flat
35 HERON QUAY, BEDFORD, MK40 1TH £190,000 10/06/2022 Flat
Same street CROWN QUAY FLAT 63 PREBEND STREET, BEDFORD, MK40 1BN £175,000 27/05/2022 Flat
15 HERON QUAY, BEDFORD, MK40 1TH £180,000 27/05/2022 Flat
45 SOVEREIGNS QUAY, BEDFORD, MK40 1TE £210,000 19/05/2022 Flat
18 HERON QUAY, BEDFORD, MK40 1TH £225,000 13/05/2022 Flat
80 SOVEREIGNS QUAY, BEDFORD, MK40 1TF £225,000 22/04/2022 Flat
BRITANNIA HOUSE FLAT 104 PALGRAVE ROAD, BEDFORD, MK42 9BX £218,000 14/04/2022 Flat
BRITANNIA HOUSE FLAT 124 PALGRAVE ROAD, BEDFORD, MK42 9BX £240,000 25/03/2022 Flat
Same street CROWN QUAY FLAT 73 PREBEND STREET, BEDFORD, MK40 1BN £157,000 03/02/2022 Flat
Same street CROWN QUAY FLAT 44 PREBEND STREET, BEDFORD, MK40 1BN £155,000 24/01/2022 Flat
Same street CROWN QUAY FLAT 56 PREBEND STREET, BEDFORD, MK40 1BN £152,000 27/08/2021 Flat

Street average: £159,833 (6 sales)

Area average: £194,600 (20 sales)

Capital growth trend

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

5y growth 14.3%
10y growth 30%

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

1y (index) 1%
5y (index) 8.6%
10y (index) 28.8%

Rental Range

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

Low £1,051/mo
Realistic £1,168/mo
Optimistic £1,285/mo

Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → Bedford.

LHA (30th percentile) floor for Bedford: £997/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)

Location

Address

Crown Quay

Nearby

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

Type Name Distance
Shop PD Express Food & Wine 0.1 miles
Shop Kreative Kitchens 0.1 miles
Bus stop Borough Hall 0.2 miles
Train station Bedford St Johns 0.3 miles
Train station Bedford 0.4 miles
Hospital Bedford Hospital SDEC - Same Day Emergency Care 0.4 miles
University University of Bedfordshire Polhill Campus 1.5 miles
Hospital The Manor 1.8 miles
University Cranfield University 7.9 miles

Street-level crime

Category Count
Violence and sexual offences 235
Anti-social behaviour 110
Shoplifting 98
Public order 50
Criminal damage and arson 39
Vehicle crime 35
Other theft 30
Drugs 22
Burglary 16
Other crime 15
Robbery 15
Bicycle theft 13
Possession of weapons 11
Theft from the person 7
Total incidents 696

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
Bedford College Other 0.2 miles (No rating)
Bedford Free School Secondary 0.3 miles Outstanding — 23 Mar 2020
Priory Primary School Primary 0.4 miles (Inspected (no overall grade))
Peter Pan Nursery School Nursery 0.5 miles Outstanding — 5 Mar 2013
Cauldwell School Primary 0.5 miles Good — 8 Jul 2013

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Rent-driven metrics

Based on Area rent estimate.

Rent ratio 0.42%
Max investor price (0.8%) £146,000
Target investor price (1%) £116,800
  • 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).