# 4 bedroom detached house for sale (EX1 4BF) ## Property Details | Key | Value | |-----|-------| | Address | 22 VESTA CLOSE, EXETER, DEVON EX1 4BF | | Price | £400,000 | | Bedrooms | 4 | | Bathrooms | 3 | | Council tax | E | | Last sold | £410,000 May 2023 | ## Description GUIDE PRICE £400,000 - £425,000 Situated within the ever-popular Monkerton area of Exeter, this beautifully presented four-bedroom detached home offers spacious and versatile accommodation, perfectly suited to modern family life. Positioned on a quiet road within the sought-after Taylor Wimpey development, the property enjoys a peaceful setting whilst remaining incredibly well connected for schools, commuting and local amenities. Offered to the market with no onward chain, this is a fantastic opportunity for buyers looking for a smooth move. The double-fronted design instantly gives the home an attractive and balanced appearance, with a welcoming entrance hallway setting the tone as soon as you step inside. To one side of the property is a generous lounge, a fantastic space for relaxing or entertaining, with direct access onto the fully enclosed rear garden, creating a seamless connection between indoor and outdoor living. On the opposite side of the home is the impressive kitchen-diner, designed with open-plan living in mind and undoubtedly acting as the hub of the house. The space flows naturally into a useful utility area, helping to keep day-to-day family life organised and practical, whilst a downstairs WC adds further convenience. Upstairs, the property continues to impress with four genuine double bedrooms with fitted storage, ideal for growing families or those needing additional work-from-home space. The master bedroom benefits from its own en-suite shower room, whilst the remaining bedrooms are serviced by the family bathroom. Outside, the enclosed rear garden provides a safe and private environment for children or pets, whilst the quiet position within the development adds to the family-friendly feel of the home. There is a gate leading to the driveway for two / three cars plus garage. The location is a huge advantage, sitting just a stone’s throw from the highly regarded Monkerton Primary School and within easy walking distance of St Luke’s Secondary School, making this an excellent choice for families looking to secure a home within a desirable school catchment. The property also offers convenient access to the M5, the Science Park and the Met Office, making it equally appealing for professionals commuting in and around the city. ## Property Photos - ![Photo](/listings/photos/88647513/540991) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/88647513/540995) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/88647513/540996) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/88647513/540998) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/88647513/540999) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/88647513/541000) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/88647513/541001) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/88647513/541002) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/88647513/541004) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/88647513/541005) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/88647513/541007) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/88647513/541008) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/88647513/541010) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/88647513/541012) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/88647513/541013) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/88647513/541019) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/88647513/541021) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/88647513/541024) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/88647513/541027) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/88647513/541030) ## Floorplans - ![Floorplan 1](/listings/photos/88647513/541035) - Floorplan 1 ## EPC Graphs - ![EPC 1](/listings/photos/88647513/541038) - EPC 1 ## Sales History *Recorded sales for this property. Data from Land Registry Price Paid.* | Address | Price | Date | Type | |---------|-------|------|------| | 22 VESTA CLOSE, EXETER, DEVON, EX1 4BF | £410,000 | 19/05/2023 | 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 | |---------|-------|------|------| | 28 VIKING GROVE, EXETER, DEVON, EX1 3YH | £330,000 | 23/10/2025 | Detached | | APPLEWOOD ST NICHOLAS CLOSE, EXETER, DEVON, EX1 3FL | £497,000 | 21/07/2023 | Detached | | 9 ROMAN AVENUE, EXETER, DEVON, EX1 3UU | £412,000 | 16/12/2022 | Detached | | 30 SYBIL MEAD, EXETER, DEVON, EX1 3FA | £445,000 | 14/10/2022 | Detached | | 5 SOLIDUS ROAD, EXETER, DEVON, EX1 3WB | £475,000 | 20/09/2022 | Detached | | 27 SYBIL MEAD, EXETER, DEVON, EX1 3FA | £376,000 | 18/07/2022 | Detached | | 11 FOLLIS WALK, EXETER, DEVON, EX1 3WZ | £342,000 | 01/07/2022 | Detached | | 29 SYBIL MEAD, EXETER, DEVON, EX1 3FA | £347,680 | 30/06/2022 | Detached | | 28 SYBIL MEAD, EXETER, DEVON, EX1 3FA | £375,000 | 30/06/2022 | Detached | | 10 FOLLIS WALK, EXETER, DEVON, EX1 3WZ | £440,000 | 30/06/2022 | Detached | | 9 FOLLIS WALK, EXETER, DEVON, EX1 3WZ | £370,000 | 24/06/2022 | Detached | | 41 SYBIL MEAD, EXETER, DEVON, EX1 3FA | £299,000 | 23/06/2022 | Detached | | 16 SYBIL MEAD, EXETER, DEVON, EX1 3FA | £410,000 | 27/05/2022 | Detached | | 8 FOLLIS WALK, EXETER, DEVON, EX1 3WZ | £378,000 | 19/05/2022 | Detached | | 1 LYME LANE, EXETER, DEVON, EX1 3DQ | £465,000 | 17/05/2022 | Detached | | 29 POLTIMORE DRIVE, EXETER, DEVON, EX1 3DY | £348,750 | 21/04/2022 | Detached | | SANDROCK PINN LANE, EXETER, DEVON, EX1 3RG | £840,000 | 14/04/2022 | Detached | | 17 SYBIL MEAD, EXETER, DEVON, EX1 3FA | £402,000 | 31/03/2022 | Detached | | 19A VIKING GROVE, EXETER, DEVON, EX1 3YH | £380,000 | 24/03/2022 | Detached | | 1 SESTERTIUS ROAD, EXETER, DEVON, EX1 3WS | £425,000 | 02/02/2022 | Detached | **Area average:** £417,872 (20 sales) ## Price vs local average *Outcode + property type (HousePrices, last 2 years).* - **Local average:** £412,820 (25 Detached, EX1, 2024–2026) - **Deviation:** -3.1% ## Rental Range *ONS Price Index of Private Rents (South West). Low / Realistic / Optimistic = conservative / average / best case.* - **Low:** £1,108/mo - **Realistic:** £1,231/mo - **Optimistic:** £1,354/mo ## LHA (Local Housing Allowance) *VOA 30th percentile rent floor for Exeter (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 | |------|------|------|------|------| | 4 Bed Semi-Detached House, Birchy Barton Hill, EX1 | £3,800/mo | 4 | 1.1 miles | OpenRent | **Average rent: £3,800/mo (1 listing)** ## 1% Rule - **Rent ratio:** 0.95% (okay) - **Max investor price (0.8%):** £475,000 - **Target investor price (1%):** £380,000 *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 £3,800/mo).* - **Gross yield:** 11.4% - **Cost-to-rent:** 8.8× - **Monthly cashflow:** £1,820/mo (75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term) - **Cash-on-cash ROI:** 18.8% *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:** -1.9% - **10y growth:** 3% ## House Price Index (HM Land Registry) *Official index for South West; Detached series; as of March 2026.* - **1y growth (index):** 0.9% - **5y growth (index):** 13.2% - **10y growth (index):** 32.4% ## 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)