# 4 bedroom semi-detached house for sale (LE3 3LF) ## Property Details | Key | Value | |-----|-------| | Address | 20 RATBY LANE, LEICESTER, LEICESTER FOREST EAST, LEICESTERSHIRE LE3 3LF | | Price | £209,950 | | Bedrooms | 4 | | Last sold | £201,000 Jun 2014 | ## Description This beautifully presented, substantially extended four bedroom semi detached house has undergone a comprehensive schedule of improvements and extensions by the current owner, considered ideal for those looking for a spacious family home offering versatile accommodation that is ready to move into and enjoy. The property is set well back from the road, behind a deep driveway and garden, situated directly opposite to the Park & Ride, ideal for making your way in to the city centre. Accommodation includes entrance hall with Minton tiled flooring, a spacious lounge/dining room with an open fire, extended sitting room to the rear with bi-fold doors to the garden, a fantastic extended kitchen with sitting area, utility room and WC. On the first floor there is a landing, four good sized bedrooms, the master bedroom with an en-suite shower room and there is a further family bathroom. The property is set well back from the road behind a brick boundary wall with a gate opening through to the driveway providing off road parking for a number of vehicles. There is a workshop/store with courtesy door to the rear giving access to the well laid out larger than average rear garden. Only an internal inspection will allow fully appreciation of the size and quality of this excellent family home. DirectionsThe property is best approached by leaving Leicester City centre via the A47 Hinckley Road. Continue straight ahead across the outer ring road and at the next set of traffic lights turn right onto Ratby Lane. Continue along for a short distance and the property can eventually be identified on the left hand side by our agent's for sale board. AccommodationThe dimensions are approximate and the accommodation in more detail comprises:- Entrance HallWith double glazed door to the front, Minton tiled flooring, stairs to the first floor with cupboard under, radiator. Lounge/Dining Room24'1 x 10'10 (7.34m x 3.30m) This spacious room has a UPVC double glazed bay window to the front, cast iron open fireplace with surround and a further feature fireplace in the dining area, oak flooring, radiators, doors giving access through to the sitting room to the rear. Sitting Room10'0 x 9'2 (3.05m x 2.79m) A great additional reception room with a velux window and bi-fold doors to the rear, tiled flooring, radiator. Extended 'L' Shaped Kitchen21'1 max x 11'7 max (6.43m max x 3.53m max) With two velux windows, UPVC double glazed window to the rear, ample rolled edge work surfaces, a good range of both base and wall mounted units, space for range cooker with extractor over, integrated dishwasher, one and a half stainless steel sink and drainer, tiled flooring, radiators, sitting area. Utility Room6'1 x 3'11 (1.85m x 1.19m) With base and wall mounted units, work surfaces, plumbing for automatic washing machine, tiled flooring. WcWith low level WC, wash hand basin, tiled splash backs, tiled flooring, extractor fan. LandingWith loft access. Bedroom One11'5 x 10'7 (3.48m x 3.23m) A good sized bedroom with UPVC double glazed window to the rear, radiator. En-Suite Shower RoomWith UPVC double glazed opaque window to the rear, shower cubicle, low level WC, wash hand basin, fully tiled walls and floor, heated towel rail. Bedroom Two10'11 x 10'2 into wardrobes (3.33m x 3.10m into Another good sized bedroom with UPVC double glazed window to the front, varnished floorboards, fitted wardrobes, radiator. Bedroom Three11'4 x 6'9 (3.45m x 2.06m) With UPVC double glazed window to the front, radiator. Bedroom Four7'11 x 7'0 (2.41m x 2.13m) With UPVC double glazed window to the front, oak flooring, radiator. Family BathroomWith white suite comprising panelled bath with electric shower over, low level WC, pedestal wash hand basin, tiling to walls, tiled flooring, heated towel rail, UPVC double opaque window to the rear. OutsideThe property is set well back from the road behind a brick boundary wall with a shaped shaled garden and a gate opening onto a driveway providing off road parking for a number of vehicles. To the rear of the property there is a larger than average well laid out garden with paved patio area, decking, lawn, trees and shrubs. Workshop/Store12'10 x 7'2 (3.91m x 2.18m) With double doors to the front, courtesy door to the rear giving access to the garden, power and light, wall mounted combination boiler. TenureThe property is being sold freehold with Vacant Possession upon completion. FIXTURES AND FITTINGS - All the items mentioned in these sales details are to be included within the purchase price. SERVICES - None of the services, fitting or appliances (if any) heating installations, plumbing or electrical systems have been tested by the selling agents, neither have the telephone or television points. LOCAL AUTHORITY - Blaby District Council, Desford Road, Narborough, Leicester (Tel: 0116 2750555) Agent'S NotesTHE PROPERTY MISDESCRIPTION ACT 1991 - These sales details have been written to conform to the Property Misdescriptions Act 1991. Whilst we endeavour to make our Sales Details accurate and reliable, if there is any point which is of particular importance to you, please contact the office and we will be pleased to check the information for you. Do so, particularly if contemplating travelling some distance to view the property. MEASUREMENTS - All measurements are given in good faith and whilst believed to be accurate these should be checked by the purchaser for verification. The measurements are carried out in accordance with the RICS and ISVA code of measuring practice. Money LaunderingUnder the Protecting Against Money Laundering and Proceeds of Crime Act 2002 all prospective purchasers proceeding with a purchase will be asked to provide us with photographic I.D. (e.g. Passport, driving licence etc) and proof of address (e.g. Current utility bill, bank statement, council tax demand). This information will be required before solicitors are instructed on a sale or purchase. 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Data from Land Registry Price Paid.* | Address | Price | Date | Type | |---------|-------|------|------| | 20 RATBY LANE, LEICESTER FOREST EAST, LEICESTER, BLABY, LEICESTERSHIRE, LE3 3LF | £201,000 | 27/06/2014 | Semi-detached | | 20 RATBY LANE, LEICESTER FOREST EAST, LEICESTER, BLABY, LEICESTERSHIRE, LE3 3LF | £142,500 | 17/11/2006 | Semi-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 | |---------|-------|------|------| | 43 PARK DRIVE, LEICESTER FOREST EAST, LEICESTER, BLABY, LEICESTERSHIRE, LE3 3FQ | £317,000 | 24/11/2025 | Semi-detached | | 43 BIGNAL DRIVE, LEICESTER FOREST EAST, LEICESTER, BLABY, LEICESTERSHIRE, LE3 3QF | £250,000 | 16/12/2024 | Semi-detached | | 69 PACKER AVENUE, LEICESTER FOREST EAST, LEICESTER, BLABY, LEICESTERSHIRE, LE3 3QN | £250,000 | 24/11/2023 | Semi-detached | | 98 PACKER AVENUE, LEICESTER FOREST EAST, LEICESTER, BLABY, LEICESTERSHIRE, LE3 3QH | £245,000 | 17/11/2023 | Semi-detached | | 38 BIGNAL DRIVE, LEICESTER FOREST EAST, LEICESTER, BLABY, LEICESTERSHIRE, LE3 3QE | £300,000 | 15/09/2023 | Semi-detached | | 8 BIGNAL DRIVE, LEICESTER FOREST EAST, LEICESTER, BLABY, LEICESTERSHIRE, LE3 3QE | £260,000 | 25/08/2023 | Semi-detached | | 146 PACKER AVENUE, LEICESTER FOREST EAST, LEICESTER, BLABY, LEICESTERSHIRE, LE3 3QH | £265,000 | 18/08/2023 | Semi-detached | | 36 WARDENS WALK, LEICESTER FOREST EAST, LEICESTER, BLABY, LEICESTERSHIRE, LE3 3GG | £306,000 | 14/08/2023 | Semi-detached | | 73 PACKER AVENUE, LEICESTER FOREST EAST, LEICESTER, BLABY, LEICESTERSHIRE, LE3 3QN | £242,000 | 03/07/2023 | Semi-detached | | [Same street] 28 RATBY LANE, LEICESTER FOREST EAST, LEICESTER, BLABY, LEICESTERSHIRE, LE3 3LF | £305,000 | 28/04/2023 | Semi-detached | | 124 PACKER AVENUE, LEICESTER FOREST EAST, LEICESTER, BLABY, LEICESTERSHIRE, LE3 3QH | £257,000 | 14/04/2023 | Semi-detached | | 142 PACKER AVENUE, LEICESTER FOREST EAST, LEICESTER, BLABY, LEICESTERSHIRE, LE3 3QH | £270,000 | 06/04/2023 | Semi-detached | | 42 BIGNAL DRIVE, LEICESTER FOREST EAST, LEICESTER, BLABY, LEICESTERSHIRE, LE3 3QE | £297,500 | 17/11/2022 | Semi-detached | | 28 BRIGHTWELL DRIVE, LEICESTER FOREST EAST, LEICESTER, BLABY, LEICESTERSHIRE, LE3 3QA | £290,000 | 16/11/2022 | Semi-detached | | 50 PARK DRIVE, LEICESTER FOREST EAST, LEICESTER, BLABY, LEICESTERSHIRE, LE3 3FN | £255,000 | 24/10/2022 | Semi-detached | | 47 WARDENS WALK, LEICESTER FOREST EAST, LEICESTER, BLABY, LEICESTERSHIRE, LE3 3GG | £305,000 | 16/09/2022 | Semi-detached | | 41 WARDENS WALK, LEICESTER FOREST EAST, LEICESTER, BLABY, LEICESTERSHIRE, LE3 3GG | £280,000 | 16/09/2022 | Semi-detached | | 156 PACKER AVENUE, LEICESTER FOREST EAST, LEICESTER, BLABY, LEICESTERSHIRE, LE3 3QJ | £240,000 | 28/07/2022 | Semi-detached | | 47 BIGNAL DRIVE, LEICESTER FOREST EAST, LEICESTER, BLABY, LEICESTERSHIRE, LE3 3QF | £267,000 | 24/06/2022 | Semi-detached | | 114 PACKER AVENUE, LEICESTER FOREST EAST, LEICESTER, BLABY, LEICESTERSHIRE, LE3 3QH | £245,000 | 11/05/2022 | Semi-detached | | 174 PACKER AVENUE, LEICESTER FOREST EAST, LEICESTER, BLABY, LEICESTERSHIRE, LE3 3QJ | £250,000 | 27/01/2022 | Semi-detached | **Street average:** £305,000 (1 sale) **Area average:** £269,575 (20 sales) ## Price vs local average *Outcode + property type (HousePrices, last 2 years).* - **Local average:** £250,966 (107 Semi-detached, LE3, 2024–2026) - **Deviation:** -16.3% ## Rental Range *ONS Price Index of Private Rents (Blaby). Low / Realistic / Optimistic = conservative / average / best case.* - **Low:** £891/mo - **Realistic:** £990/mo - **Optimistic:** £1,089/mo ## LHA (Local Housing Allowance) *VOA 30th percentile rent floor for Leicester (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026).* - **LHA floor (this property size):** £1,047/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 Detached House, Forest House Lane, LE3 | £2,000/mo | 4 | 0.58 miles | OpenRent | | 4 Bed Detached House, Haskell Close, LE3 | £3,250/mo | 4 | 0.6 miles | OpenRent | | 4 Bed Detached House, Haskell Close, LE3 | £1,650/mo | 4 | 0.65 miles | OpenRent | **Average rent: £2,300/mo (3 listings)** ## 1% Rule - **Rent ratio:** 0.95% (okay) - **Max investor price (0.8%):** £250,000 - **Target investor price (1%):** £200,000 *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 £2,000/mo).* - **Gross yield:** 11.4% - **Cost-to-rent:** 8.7× - **Monthly cashflow:** £948/mo (75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term) - **Cash-on-cash ROI:** 18.7% *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:** 16.9% - **10y growth:** 55.2% ## House Price Index (HM Land Registry) *Official index for Blaby; Semi-detached series; as of April 2026.* - **1y growth (index):** 0.5% - **5y growth (index):** 17.9% - **10y growth (index):** 54.6% ## Flood risk - **Zone:** 2 - **Risk:** In flood risk area - **Source:** Environment Agency Flood Risk Areas (APSFR) [Check long-term flood risk (GOV.UK)](https://check-long-term-flood-risk.service.gov.uk/postcode)