# 5 bedroom semi-detached house for sale (SL9 8JG) ## Property Details | Key | Value | |-----|-------| | Address | APARTMENT 2, LONGCROFT, 84, PACKHORSE ROAD, GERRARDS CROSS, GERRARDS CROSS, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE SL9 8JG | | Price | £1,595,000 | | Bedrooms | 5 | | Bathrooms | 3 | | Council tax | TBC | | Last sold | £322,500 Aug 2007 | ## Description Situated within easy walking distance to Gerrards Cross town centre and railway station, these newly built townhouses have been constructed to an outstanding specification by Rosewood Luxury Developments, and internal viewings are highly recommended. These traditionally styled homes offer a harmonious blend of chic, comfort, and convenience, providing an exceptional living experience for individuals or families. Each townhouse boasts a meticulously designed floor plan, high-quality finishes, and ample natural light throughout. With a convenient location, homeowners will enjoy easy access to local amenities, highly regarded schools, and excellent transport links. These exceptional townhouses provide luxurious living in a sought-after location. The entrance hallway, with its traditional style wood panelling, bespoke designer staircase, and large traditional coving and skirting, sets the tone for the modern elegance felt throughout. The sitting room, featuring a bay window and fireplace, offers a great space to retreat. There is also a double-aspect study. Double doors lead through to the luxurious kitchen-dining room, the heart of the home, filled with natural light from the roof lantern, bi-fold doors, and windows, providing a great family space. The hand-painted Paul Alexander in-frame Shaker-style units include a pantry, a Rangemaster induction oven with mantle surround, branded appliances, and a set of bi-folding doors leading out to the patio and garden. The utility room is just off the kitchen, boasting a continuation of the in-frame kitchen units and a further butler sink, while housing the branded washer and tumble dryer. A cloakroom completes the downstairs accommodation. On the first floor are three well-appointed bedrooms, all featuring built-in wardrobes. Bedroom 1 also has a feature bay window and an en-suite. A family bathroom and walk-in airing cupboard are also located on this floor. The second floor features two good-sized bedrooms, with an en-suite to bedroom 4. Garden and Grounds To the front, there is driveway parking and a garage. To the rear, a landscaped garden and patio are perfect for hosting gatherings, alfresco dining, and extending the living space. *Internal images are of another development by the same developer and are for indicative purposes only. Location Gerrards Cross Station 0.4 miles, M40 (J2) 4.6 miles, Beaconsfield Old Town 4.3 miles, Heathrow (T5) 12 miles, central London 19 miles. These homes are perfectly located for Gerrards Cross, a picturesque town which offers comprehensive facilities including an Everyman' cinema, supermarkets and a selection of cafes and restaurants. Popular with commuters, the communication links in the area are excellent with the M40 and M25 nearby, providing access to Heathrow, Gatwick and central London. Of particular note is the train station which provides fast and regular services to London Marylebone, with fast trains from 19 minutes. (All distances and times are approximate and correct at time of writing). Buckinghamshire is renowned for its choice and standard of schooling, both state and public. In particular, Gerrards Cross and the surrounding area boasts a number of highly regarded independent schools for boys and girls. These include Thorpe House, Gayhurst, Davenies and Caldicott, Maltmans Green, St Mary's, Godstowe, High March and Wycombe Abbey to name a few. The county is one of the last to maintain the traditional grammar school system, with schools in Beaconsfield (Beaconsfield High School), Little Chalfont (Dr Challoners for girls), Amersham (Dr Challoners for boys) and High Wycombe John Hampden and Royal Grammar School for boys. Sports enthusiasts are well catered for with tennis, riding, squash, golf, cricket, rugby and football clubs in the area. Additional information Some images are computer generated. Specifications CCTV and alarm system in each home Underfloor heating on ground floor, radiators on first and second floors Solar powered electric Velux windows and blinds Bathroom sensor lights Built in handmade wardrobes in first floor bedrooms Large traditional coving and skirting Bespoke designer stairs Eaves cupboards in bedroom 5 Shared driveway between two houses, separate driveway parking Garages to plots 1 & 4 Paul Alexander hand-painted in-frame shaker kitchen Quooker tap Rangemaster induction oven Branded appliances Butler sink Kitchen island Quartz worktops Pot filler tap Branded washing machine and tumble dryer in utility room. Additional Information EPC Rating: C Tenure: Freehold Council Tax Band: TBC ## Property Photos - ![Picture No. 71](/listings/photos/163486169/311999) - Picture No. 71 - ![Picture No. 53](/listings/photos/163486169/312002) - Picture No. 53 - ![Picture No. 49](/listings/photos/163486169/312005) - Picture No. 49 - ![Picture No. 56](/listings/photos/163486169/312010) - Picture No. 56 - ![Picture No. 55](/listings/photos/163486169/312011) - Picture No. 55 - ![Picture No. 51](/listings/photos/163486169/312014) - Picture No. 51 - ![Picture No. 52](/listings/photos/163486169/312017) - Picture No. 52 - ![Picture No. 66](/listings/photos/163486169/312020) - Picture No. 66 - ![Picture No. 58](/listings/photos/163486169/312022) - Picture No. 58 - ![Picture No. 59](/listings/photos/163486169/312023) - Picture No. 59 - ![Picture No. 61](/listings/photos/163486169/312024) - Picture No. 61 - ![Picture No. 62](/listings/photos/163486169/312025) - Picture No. 62 - ![Picture No. 63](/listings/photos/163486169/312026) - Picture No. 63 - ![Picture No. 65](/listings/photos/163486169/312027) - Picture No. 65 - ![Picture No. 64](/listings/photos/163486169/312028) - Picture No. 64 - ![Picture No. 67](/listings/photos/163486169/312029) - Picture No. 67 - ![Picture No. 68](/listings/photos/163486169/312030) - Picture No. 68 - ![Picture No. 69](/listings/photos/163486169/312031) - Picture No. 69 - ![Picture No. 48](/listings/photos/163486169/312032) - Picture No. 48 ## Floorplans - ![Floorplan](/listings/photos/163486169/312033) - Floorplan ## Sales History *Recorded sales for this property. Data from Land Registry Price Paid.* | Address | Price | Date | Type | |---------|-------|------|------| | LONGCROFT, 84 APARTMENT 2 PACKHORSE ROAD, GERRARDS CROSS, SOUTH BUCKS, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE, SL9 8JG | £322,500 | 31/08/2007 | Flat | ## 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] 98A PACKHORSE ROAD, GERRARDS CROSS, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE, SL9 8JG | £1,650,000 | 31/03/2025 | Semi-detached | | [Same street] LONGCROFT, 84 APARTMENT 4 PACKHORSE ROAD, GERRARDS CROSS, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE, SL9 8JG | £405,000 | 28/04/2023 | Flat | | [Same street] THE LODGE, 86 FLAT 4 PACKHORSE ROAD, GERRARDS CROSS, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE, SL9 8JG | £365,000 | 14/04/2023 | Flat | | [Same street] 98B PACKHORSE ROAD, GERRARDS CROSS, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE, SL9 8JG | £1,705,000 | 03/11/2022 | Detached | **Street average:** £1,031,250 (4 sales) ## Price vs local average *Outcode + property type (HousePrices, last 2 years).* - **Local average:** £846,630 (10 Semi-detached, SL9, 2024–2026) - **Deviation:** +88.4% ## Rental Range *ONS Price Index of Private Rents (Buckinghamshire). Low / Realistic / Optimistic = conservative / average / best case.* - **Low:** £1,326/mo - **Realistic:** £1,473/mo - **Optimistic:** £1,620/mo ## LHA (Local Housing Allowance) *VOA 30th percentile rent floor for Bedford (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026).* - **LHA floor (this property size):** £1,296/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 | |------|------|------|------|------| | 5 Bed Terraced House, Woodlands, SL9 | £3,600/mo | 5 | 0.53 miles | OpenRent | **Average rent: £3,600/mo (1 listing)** ## 1% Rule - **Rent ratio:** 0.23% (weak for cashflow) - **Max investor price (0.8%):** £450,000 - **Target investor price (1%):** £360,000 *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 £3,600/mo).* - **Gross yield:** 2.7% - **Cost-to-rent:** 36.9× - **Monthly cashflow:** £-3,066/mo (75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term) - **Cash-on-cash ROI:** -8% *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).* ## Capital growth trend *Land Registry outcode average from sold prices: last 12 months vs 5y and 10y ago.* - **5y growth:** 45.1% ## House Price Index (HM Land Registry) *Official index for Buckinghamshire; Semi-detached series; as of March 2026.* - **1y growth (index):** -0.4% - **5y growth (index):** 16.2% - **10y growth (index):** 29.4% ## 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)