# 3 bedroom semi-detached house for sale (RM5 3UA) ## Property Details | Key | Value | |-----|-------| | Address | 41 BARTLOW GARDENS, ROMFORD, GREATER LONDON RM5 3UA | | Price | £500,000 | | Bedrooms | 3 | | Bathrooms | 2 | | Council tax | D | | Construction age | England and Wales: 1930-1949 | | Floor area | 84 m² | | Last sold | £475,000 Jul 2024 | ## EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost - **Current rating:** C - **Potential rating:** B - **Expiry date:** 05/11/2033 - **Current heating cost:** £1,109/year - **Est. upgrade cost to C:** £19,500 ### Recommendations - Q (£4,000 - £14,000) - W1 (£800 - £1,200) - 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/7190-3969-0622-7304-3973) ## Description Located in a quiet and desirable residential turning on Bartlow Gardens, this well-presented three-bedroom family home offers spacious and versatile accommodation, ideal for modern living. Modern Finish103 and 499 bus routes nearbyClose to local parksRise Park and Parklands Primary School Catchment AreaBower Park Secondary School Catchment AreaParking for multiple carsGarage to rearPotential to extend further STPPExtended kitchen to rearThe property welcomes you via a porch entrance, leading into an impressive open-plan living and dining area.  This bright and airy space is perfect for both everyday family life and entertaining guests. To the rear, a generously sized kitchen provides ample storage and workspace, with convenient access to the garden. A ground floor bathroom adds practicality and flexibility, particularly for busy households. First Floor , the property comprises three well-proportioned bedrooms, offering comfortable accommodation for families, along with a first-floor family bathroom. Externally, the home boasts a substantial rear garden extending approximately 80 feet, providing excellent outdoor space for relaxation, gardening, or potential future extension (subject to planning permission). Additional benefits include a shed for storage and a garage to the rear, accessed via a shared access road. This property has a gated shared access to your very own garage. The property is conveniently located for transport links, with Romford Station providing fast and direct access into Central London via the Elizabeth Line. A selection of local bus routes are also easily accessible, offering connections to surrounding areas and amenities. This property presents an excellent opportunity for first-time buyers, families, or investors seeking a home with generous living space and further potential in a convenient and well-connected location. Property Disclaimers: The images above or video sent may not be a true likeness of the House / apartment and are for illustration purposes only. Even though you can view a property virtually or via video, we highly recommend that you actually view the property in person. Successful buyers will be required to complete anti-money laundering and proof of funds checks. Please note that a sale cannot be formally agreed, and a memorandum of sale cannot be issued, until all parties have provided valid identification and the verification process has been successfully completed.  An internal viewing is highly recommended. 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Data from Land Registry Price Paid.* | Address | Price | Date | Type | |---------|-------|------|------| | 41 BARTLOW GARDENS, ROMFORD, HAVERING, GREATER LONDON, RM5 3UA | £475,000 | 26/07/2024 | Terraced | | 41 BARTLOW GARDENS, ROMFORD, HAVERING, GREATER LONDON, RM5 3UA | £248,000 | 13/12/2013 | Terraced | | 41 BARTLOW GARDENS, ROMFORD, HAVERING, GREATER LONDON, RM5 3UA | £112,000 | 01/11/2000 | Terraced | | 41 BARTLOW GARDENS, ROMFORD, HAVERING, GREATER LONDON, RM5 3UA | £75,000 | 24/11/1999 | Terraced | | 41 BARTLOW GARDENS, ROMFORD, HAVERING, GREATER LONDON, RM5 3UA | £60,000 | 24/11/1999 | Terraced | ## Sold Comparables *Same street and nearby sales within 0.25 miles. Data from Land Registry Price Paid. Last 5 years.* | Address | Price | Date | Type | |---------|-------|------|------| | 38 MORAY WAY, ROMFORD, HAVERING, GREATER LONDON, RM1 4YD | £554,000 | 18/12/2025 | Semi-detached | | 11 HILLFOOT ROAD, COLLIER ROW, ROMFORD, HAVERING, GREATER LONDON, RM5 3LP | £475,000 | 27/11/2023 | Semi-detached | | 31 BOWER CLOSE, ROMFORD, HAVERING, GREATER LONDON, RM5 3SR | £425,000 | 31/10/2023 | Semi-detached | | 1A TWEED GLEN, ROMFORD, HAVERING, GREATER LONDON, RM1 4BQ | £375,000 | 17/07/2023 | Semi-detached | | 18 ROBIN CLOSE, ROMFORD, HAVERING, GREATER LONDON, RM5 3UJ | £395,000 | 26/05/2023 | Semi-detached | | 23 LAWNS WAY, ROMFORD, HAVERING, GREATER LONDON, RM5 3TT | £453,000 | 12/04/2023 | Semi-detached | | 16 ROBIN CLOSE, ROMFORD, HAVERING, GREATER LONDON, RM5 3UJ | £405,000 | 04/01/2023 | Semi-detached | | 23 LAWNS WAY, ROMFORD, HAVERING, GREATER LONDON, RM5 3TT | £380,000 | 28/11/2022 | Semi-detached | | 6 TWEED GLEN, ROMFORD, HAVERING, GREATER LONDON, RM1 4BQ | £620,000 | 20/06/2022 | Semi-detached | | 337 PETTITS LANE NORTH, ROMFORD, HAVERING, GREATER LONDON, RM1 4PH | £452,000 | 10/06/2022 | Semi-detached | | 10 LAWNS WAY, ROMFORD, HAVERING, GREATER LONDON, RM5 3TU | £417,500 | 31/03/2022 | Semi-detached | | 347 PETTITS LANE NORTH, ROMFORD, HAVERING, GREATER LONDON, RM1 4PH | £425,000 | 18/03/2022 | Semi-detached | | 71 MASHITERS HILL, ROMFORD, HAVERING, GREATER LONDON, RM1 4TL | £325,000 | 11/03/2022 | Semi-detached | | 4 LAWNS WAY, ROMFORD, HAVERING, GREATER LONDON, RM5 3TU | £425,000 | 28/01/2022 | Semi-detached | | 4 HORNDON CLOSE, ROMFORD, HAVERING, GREATER LONDON, RM5 3HD | £330,000 | 25/01/2022 | Semi-detached | | [Same street] 5 BARTLOW GARDENS, ROMFORD, HAVERING, GREATER LONDON, RM5 3UA | £420,000 | 15/12/2021 | Semi-detached | | 106 THE DRIVE, COLLIER ROW, ROMFORD, HAVERING, GREATER LONDON, RM5 3UH | £395,000 | 29/10/2021 | Semi-detached | | 76 THE DRIVE, COLLIER ROW, ROMFORD, HAVERING, GREATER LONDON, RM5 3UH | £470,000 | 07/09/2021 | Semi-detached | | 325 PETTITS LANE NORTH, ROMFORD, HAVERING, GREATER LONDON, RM1 4PH | £450,000 | 27/08/2021 | Semi-detached | **Street average:** £420,000 (1 sale) **Area average:** £431,750 (18 sales) ## Price vs local average *Outcode + property type (HousePrices, last 2 years).* - **Local average:** £458,873 (24 Semi-detached, RM5, 2024–2026) - **Deviation:** +9% ## Rental Range *ONS Price Index of Private Rents (Havering). Low / Realistic / Optimistic = conservative / average / best case.* - **Low:** £1,407/mo - **Realistic:** £1,563/mo - **Optimistic:** £1,719/mo ## LHA (Local Housing Allowance) *VOA 30th percentile rent floor for Outer North East London (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026).* - **LHA floor (this property size):** £1,496/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 | |------|------|------|------|------| | 3 Bed Semi-Detached House, Chaseside Close, RM1 | £2,550/mo | 3 | 0.51 miles | OpenRent | **Average rent: £2,550/mo (1 listing)** ## 1% Rule - **Rent ratio:** 0.51% (weak for cashflow) - **Max investor price (0.8%):** £318,750 - **Target investor price (1%):** £255,000 *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 £2,550/mo).* - **Gross yield:** 6.1% - **Cost-to-rent:** 16.3× - **Monthly cashflow:** £301/mo (75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term) - **Cash-on-cash ROI:** 2.5% *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:** £5,952/m² ## Capital growth trend *Land Registry outcode average from sold prices: last 12 months vs 5y and 10y ago.* - **5y growth:** 17.8% - **10y growth:** 24.8% ## House Price Index (HM Land Registry) *Official index for Havering; Semi-detached series; as of April 2026.* - **1y growth (index):** 2.9% - **5y growth (index):** 19.2% - **10y growth (index):** 36.6% ## 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)