Sold STC Flat

Clara Rackham Street

Cambridge, CB1 3FL

2 beds 2 baths Listed 19 Feb 2025 (-483d)

£500,000

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Property details

Tenure

LEASEHOLD

Council tax band

C

Last sold

£494,950

Local average

£331,071 (+51%)

Deprivation

Decile 6 (19,323 of 33,755)

Street crime

515 incidents within 1 mile (Apr 2026)

Key features

  • Contemporary two bedroom apartment
  • Finished to a high specification with underfloor heating
  • Light and spacious open plan living
  • Sleek kitchen with integrated appliances
  • Private balcony overlooking manicured garden
  • Luxurious family bathroom plus en-suite
  • Prime location

Additional details

Parking
Allocated
Garden
Yes

Description

SUMMARY
Finished to an exceptionally high standard, this bright and contemporary two-bedroom, second-floor apartment offers modern living in a highly sought-after location. Ideally situated, it provides easy access to the city centre and mainline railway station.


DESCRIPTION
Built in 2021 by the award-winning Hill Residential, this sought-after development features a mix of stylish apartments and townhouses, all set around a beautifully landscaped central park.

Accessed via a secure entry system, the apartment offers a spacious entrance hall leading to an impressive open-plan kitchen, dining, and sitting area. The sleek, light grey kitchen is finished to a high standard and includes integrated appliances, along with a convenient utility cupboard.

French doors in the sitting area open onto a private balcony, providing stunning views over the manicured grounds and flooding the space with natural light.

The generous principal bedroom benefits from built-in wardrobes and a contemporary en-suite shower room, while the second bedroom is also a well-proportioned double. A stylish main bathroom, finished to an exceptional standard, completes the accommodation.

Located just off Cromwell Road, Timberworks is a modern residential development built in 2021, offering a mix of one- and two-bedroom apartments, as well as two-, three-, and four-bedroom houses. Designed for contemporary living, the development provides excellent connectivity to key areas in Cambridge.

Cambridge train station is just a short cycle ride or approximately a 20-minute walk away, making it an ideal location for commuters. The city centre and Addenbrookes Hospital are easily accessible on foot, by bicycle, or via public transport from Mill Road. For those traveling further afield, the A14 is conveniently located just two miles away via Fen Ditton, offering quick access to surrounding areas.

Clara Rackham Street combines modern living with a prime location, making it a desirable choice for professionals, families, and investors looking to enjoy all that Cambridge has to offer.

Entrance hall
Kitchen / dining room area - 4.96m x 3.05m (16'2 x 10')
Sitting room ara - 3.26m x 4.82m (10'6 x 15'8)
Primary bedroom - 4.30m x 3.05m (14'1 x 10')
En-suite
Bedroom two - 4.29m x 3.05m (14' x 10')
Bathroom


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. General: While we endeavour to make our sales particulars fair, accurate and reliable, they are only a general guide to the property and, accordingly, if there is any point which is of particular importance to you, please contact the office and we will be pleased to check the position for you, especially if you are contemplating travelling some distance to view the property.
3. The measurements indicated are supplied for guidance only and as such must be considered incorrect.
4. Services: Please note we have not tested the services or any of the equipment or appliances in this property, accordingly we strongly advise prospective buyers to commission their own survey or service reports before finalising their offer to purchase.
5. THESE PARTICULARS ARE ISSUED IN GOOD FAITH BUT DO NOT CONSTITUTE REPRESENTATIONS OF FACT OR FORM PART OF ANY OFFER OR CONTRACT. THE MATTERS REFERRED TO IN THESE PARTICULARS SHOULD BE INDEPENDENTLY VERIFIED BY PROSPECTIVE BUYERS OR TENANTS. NEITHER SHARMAN QUINNEY NOR ANY OF ITS EMPLOYEES OR AGENTS HAS ANY AUTHORITY TO MAKE OR GIVE ANY REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY WHATEVER IN RELATION TO THIS PROPERTY.

Listed by

Great Shelford

Sharman Quinney - Connells

Reference: 158440283

EPC ratings on this postcode

We don't have a matched EPC for this property yet. Below are efficiency scores and details for other addresses on this postcode.

Address Current Potential Floor area Age band Type
162 Clara Rackham Street, CAMBRIDGE 86 86 96 m² Flat
164 Clara Rackham Street, CAMBRIDGE 83 95 86 m² Terraced
166 Clara Rackham Street, CAMBRIDGE 83 94 86 m² Terraced
168 Clara Rackham Street, CAMBRIDGE 84 84 60 m² Flat
170 Clara Rackham Street, CAMBRIDGE 85 85 79 m² Flat
172 Clara Rackham Street, CAMBRIDGE 85 85 79 m² Flat
174 Clara Rackham Street, CAMBRIDGE 84 84 61 m² Flat
176 Clara Rackham Street, CAMBRIDGE 85 85 71 m² Flat
178 Clara Rackham Street, CAMBRIDGE 85 85 72 m² Flat
180 Clara Rackham Street, CAMBRIDGE 84 84 73 m² Flat
182 Clara Rackham Street, CAMBRIDGE 84 84 53 m² Flat
184 Clara Rackham Street, CAMBRIDGE 84 84 72 m² Flat
186 Clara Rackham Street, CAMBRIDGE 85 85 73 m² Flat
188 Clara Rackham Street, CAMBRIDGE 85 85 53 m² Flat
190 Clara Rackham Street, CAMBRIDGE 86 86 72 m² Flat

Flood risk

Zone: 1

Risk: Low

Job (default Low)

Floorplans

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EPC Graphs

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Price history

Event Date Price % change
Sold 01/01/2023 (3 years ago) £494,950

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
72 HAMPDEN GARDENS, CAMBRIDGE, CAMBRIDGESHIRE, CB1 3EL £330,000 30/10/2023 Flat
Same street 250 CLARA RACKHAM STREET, CAMBRIDGE, CAMBRIDGESHIRE, CB1 3FL £377,950 29/09/2023 Flat
58 SLEAFORD STREET, CAMBRIDGE, CAMBRIDGESHIRE, CB1 2PU £260,000 11/08/2023 Flat
Same street 242 CLARA RACKHAM STREET, CAMBRIDGE, CAMBRIDGESHIRE, CB1 3FL £460,000 22/06/2023 Flat
52 HAMPDEN GARDENS, CAMBRIDGE, CAMBRIDGESHIRE, CB1 3EL £290,000 26/05/2023 Flat
Same street 206 CLARA RACKHAM STREET, CAMBRIDGE, CAMBRIDGESHIRE, CB1 3FL £477,450 28/04/2023 Flat
Same street 208 CLARA RACKHAM STREET, CAMBRIDGE, CAMBRIDGESHIRE, CB1 3FL £359,950 03/04/2023 Flat
Same street 220 CLARA RACKHAM STREET, CAMBRIDGE, CAMBRIDGESHIRE, CB1 3FL £399,950 28/02/2023 Flat
WINSTANLEY COURT 75 CROMWELL ROAD, CAMBRIDGE, CAMBRIDGESHIRE, CB1 3US £310,000 16/12/2022 Flat
27 HAMPDEN GARDENS, CAMBRIDGE, CAMBRIDGESHIRE, CB1 3EL £285,000 08/11/2022 Flat
WINSTANLEY COURT 65 CROMWELL ROAD, CAMBRIDGE, CAMBRIDGESHIRE, CB1 3UR £250,000 07/11/2022 Flat
6 CLARA RACKHAM STREET, CAMBRIDGE, CAMBRIDGESHIRE, CB1 3FJ £469,950 27/10/2022 Flat
Same street 172 CLARA RACKHAM STREET, CAMBRIDGE, CAMBRIDGESHIRE, CB1 3FL £440,600 23/09/2022 Flat
Same street 174 CLARA RACKHAM STREET, CAMBRIDGE, CAMBRIDGESHIRE, CB1 3FL £349,950 22/09/2022 Flat
WINSTANLEY COURT 12 CROMWELL ROAD, CAMBRIDGE, CAMBRIDGESHIRE, CB1 3UR £185,000 09/09/2022 Flat
WINSTANLEY COURT 62 CROMWELL ROAD, CAMBRIDGE, CAMBRIDGESHIRE, CB1 3UR £305,000 29/07/2022 Flat
WINSTANLEY COURT 1 CROMWELL ROAD, CAMBRIDGE, CAMBRIDGESHIRE, CB1 3UR £270,000 26/07/2022 Flat
WINSTANLEY COURT 10 CROMWELL ROAD, CAMBRIDGE, CAMBRIDGESHIRE, CB1 3UR £265,000 19/05/2022 Flat
4 CLARA RACKHAM STREET, CAMBRIDGE, CAMBRIDGESHIRE, CB1 3FJ £303,002 14/04/2022 Flat
80 HAMPDEN GARDENS, CAMBRIDGE, CAMBRIDGESHIRE, CB1 3EL £345,000 30/03/2022 Flat
WINSTANLEY COURT 35 CROMWELL ROAD, CAMBRIDGE, CAMBRIDGESHIRE, CB1 3UR £140,000 01/03/2022 Flat
12 CLARA RACKHAM STREET, CAMBRIDGE, CAMBRIDGESHIRE, CB1 3FJ £323,950 25/02/2022 Flat
WINSTANLEY COURT 84 CROMWELL ROAD, CAMBRIDGE, CAMBRIDGESHIRE, CB1 3US £296,000 18/02/2022 Flat
58 SLEAFORD STREET, CAMBRIDGE, CAMBRIDGESHIRE, CB1 2PU £247,700 10/02/2022 Flat
18 CLARA RACKHAM STREET, CAMBRIDGE, CAMBRIDGESHIRE, CB1 3FJ £430,432 28/01/2022 Flat
20 CLARA RACKHAM STREET, CAMBRIDGE, CAMBRIDGESHIRE, CB1 3FJ £328,950 22/12/2021 Flat
22 CLARA RACKHAM STREET, CAMBRIDGE, CAMBRIDGESHIRE, CB1 3FJ £407,400 21/12/2021 Flat

Street average: £409,407 (7 sales)

Area average: £302,119 (20 sales)

Capital growth trend

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

5y growth -18.9%
10y growth -17%

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

1y (index) -5.6%
5y (index) -1.9%
10y (index) -4.1%

Rental Range

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

Low £1,620/mo
Realistic £1,800/mo
Optimistic £1,980/mo

Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → Cambridge.

LHA (30th percentile) floor for Cambridge: £947/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)

Location

Address

Clara Rackham Street

Nearby

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

Type Name Distance
Shop Cromwell Newsagents 0.1 miles
Shop Wardrobe 0.1 miles
Bus stop Beehive Retail Park 0.2 miles
Bus stop Ross Street 0.3 miles
University Anglia Ruskin University -Faculty of Health, Social Care & Education 0.4 miles
University Anglia Ruskin University (Cambridge Campus) 0.5 miles
Hospital Brookfields Hospital 0.5 miles
Train station Cambridge 0.7 miles
Train station Cambridge North 1.6 miles

Street-level crime

Category Count
Violence and sexual offences 132
Shoplifting 128
Anti-social behaviour 71
Bicycle theft 33
Criminal damage and arson 29
Other theft 29
Public order 27
Vehicle crime 14
Other crime 11
Burglary 9
Drugs 9
Possession of weapons 9
Theft from the person 9
Robbery 5
Total incidents 515

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
Cambridge Maths School Other 0.3 miles (No rating)
Brunswick Nursery School Nursery 0.4 miles Outstanding — 19 Oct 2012
St Philip's CofE Aided Primary School Primary 0.4 miles Good — 16 Jan 2022
St Matthew's Primary School Primary 0.5 miles Good — 20 May 2020
Parkside Community College Secondary 0.7 miles Outstanding — 5 May 2017

Rental Comparables

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Rent-driven metrics

Based on Area rent estimate.

Rent ratio 0.36%
Max investor price (0.8%) £225,000
Target investor price (1%) £180,000
  • 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).

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