# 3 bedroom detached house for sale (BR5 2QX)

## Property Details

| Key | Value |
|-----|-------|
| Address | 24 ATHELSTAN WAY, ORPINGTON, GREATER LONDON BR5 2QX |
| Price | £365,000 |
| Bedrooms | 3 |
| Last sold | £350,000 Jun 2011 |

## EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost

- **Current rating:** C
- **Potential rating:** B
- **Expiry date:** 03/06/2034
- **Est. upgrade cost to C:** £4,500

### Recommendations
- U (£3,500 - £5,500)

[View full EPC on gov.uk](https://find-energy-certificate.service.gov.uk/energy-certificate/1800-3648-0422-8304-3643)

## Description

Situated on the popular 'Walsingham Gate' development we are delighted to offer this well presented family detached house.  

The accommodation comprises two reception rooms, a large double glazed conservatory, modern fitted kitchen and cloakroom.  To the first floor are three bedrooms, the master bedroom having an en suite shower room and there is a family bathroom.  Outside there is a delightful secluded garden and single garage with a large driveway to the front providing off street parking for several vehicles. Conveniently located close to excellent transport links. 

Your internal viewing is recommended.

**Entrance Hall**    Double glazed front door opening onto Entrance hall, stairs to first floor, covered radiator, wood flooring, built in storage cupboard.

**Cloakroom**    Two piece suite comprising low level flush w.c and wall mounted wash hand basin, single radiator, double glazed frosted window to the front, wood flooring, tiled walls.

**Kitchen**  11'7" - 11'1" (3.53m - 3.38m).  Fitted with an extensive range of matching wall and base units with work surfaces over, one and a half bowl sink unit with mixer tap, plumbing and space for washing machine and dishwasher, split level cooking facilities' provided by the 'Whirlpool' double oven, four burner gas hob with extractor over, space for larder fridge, double radiator, tiled walls, double glazed window to the front, wall mounted 'Potterton' boiler concealed in cupboard, double glazed door opening to the side of the property.

**Dining Room**  10'10" -  9' (3.3m -  2.74m).  Double glazed window overlooking the rear garden with covered radiator beneath, wood flooring, power points, coved and textured ceiling; archway through to:-

**Living Room**  14'8"  - 13'5" (4.47m  - 4.1m).  Double glazed window to rear elevation with double glazed sliding doors opening into conservatory;  wood flooring, covered radiator, coved and textured ceiling, built in understairs storage cupboard.

**Conservatory**  14'8" (4.47m) - 12'6" (3.8m) (into bay).  Double glazed windows to rear and two doors providing access to garden.  Power and light.

**Landing**    Stairs from entrance hall lead to first floor landing where as found access to loft space, power point, built in airing cupboard housing hot water tank with emersion heater with shelving over for linen.

**Bedroom One**  12'2"  - 9'1" (3.7m  - 2.77m).  Double glazed window to the front with single radiator beneath, range of built in wardrobes providing ample hanging and shelving facilities;  laminate wood flooring, textured ceiling, telephone point, door to ensuite.

**Ensuite Shower Room**  9't11  - 3'2" (2.74mt11  - 0.97m).  Suite comprising low level flush w.c and wall mounted wash hand basin, large walk in fully enclosed shower with a 'Mira' electric shower, double glazed window to the rear, tiled walls and floor, radiator.

**Bedroom Two**  11'2"  - 11'6" (3.4m  - 3.5m).  Double glazed window to front, single radiator, laminate wood flooring, range of built in wardrobes comprising two doubles providing hanging and shelving facilities.

**Bedroom Three**  8'7" -  9'10" (2.62m -  3m).  Double glazed window to rear, single radiator, laminate wood flooring, textured ceiling, power points.

**Bathroom**    Suite comprising panelled bath with antique style mixer tap, low level flush w.c with concealed cistern and wash hand basin, tiled walls and floor, single radiator, frosted double glazed window to the rear.

**Front Garden**    Tar macadam driveway providing off street parking for several cars, laid to lawn, access to either side of property, access to garage.

**Rear Garden**  54'  - 40' (16.46m  - 12.2m).  Blocked paved patio area to the either side of the conservatory with the remainder laid to lawn with stocked flower beds. The garden is secluded and has access to both side of the property and has fencing to all sides; courtesy door to garage.

**Single Garage**  17'4"  - 9' (5.28m  - 2.74m).  Up and over door to the front, power and light, houses the electric fuse box and gas and electricity meters.

## Property Photos

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- ![EPC](/listings/photos/18322515/1294879) - EPC

## Floorplans

- ![Floorplan](/listings/photos/18322515/1294883) - Floorplan

## Sales History

*Recorded sales for this property. Data from Land Registry Price Paid.*

| Address | Price | Date | Type |
|---------|-------|------|------|
| 24 ATHELSTAN WAY, ORPINGTON, BROMLEY, GREATER LONDON, BR5 2QX | £350,000 | 01/06/2011 | 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 |
|---------|-------|------|------|
| 41 SPRING SHAW ROAD, ORPINGTON, BROMLEY, GREATER LONDON, BR5 2RH | £775,000 | 17/04/2025 | Detached |
| 46 SPRING SHAW ROAD, ORPINGTON, BROMLEY, GREATER LONDON, BR5 2RH | £710,000 | 05/09/2022 | Detached |
| 4 SPRING SHAW ROAD, ORPINGTON, BROMLEY, GREATER LONDON, BR5 2RH | £646,992 | 30/08/2022 | Detached |
| 16 ST PAULS WOOD HILL, ORPINGTON, BROMLEY, GREATER LONDON, BR5 2SY | £755,000 | 15/08/2022 | Detached |
| 54 SPRING SHAW ROAD, ORPINGTON, BROMLEY, GREATER LONDON, BR5 2RH | £620,000 | 01/07/2022 | Detached |
| 17 ATHELSTAN WAY, ORPINGTON, BROMLEY, GREATER LONDON, BR5 2QX | £720,000 | 24/11/2021 | Detached |

**Area average:** £704,499 (6 sales)

## Price vs local average

*Outcode + property type (HousePrices, last 2 years).*

- **Local average:** £804,231 (13 Detached, BR5, 2024–2026)
- **Deviation:** -54.6%

## Rental Range

*ONS Price Index of Private Rents (Bromley). Low / Realistic / Optimistic = conservative / average / best case.*

- **Low:** £1,508/mo
- **Realistic:** £1,675/mo
- **Optimistic:** £1,843/mo

## LHA (Local Housing Allowance)

*VOA 30th percentile rent floor for Outer South East London (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026).*

- **LHA floor (this property size):** £1,546/mo

## 1% Rule

- **Rent ratio:** 0.46% (weak for cashflow)
- **Max investor price (0.8%):** £209,375
- **Target investor price (1%):** £167,500

*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 Area rent estimate.*

## Price per Square Metre

- **£/m²:** £1,816/m²

## Capital growth trend

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

- **5y growth:** -1.3%
- **10y growth:** 93.8%

## House Price Index (HM Land Registry)

*Official index for Bromley; Detached series; as of April 2026.*

- **1y growth (index):** 0.6%
- **5y growth (index):** 14.6%
- **10y growth (index):** 24%

## Flood risk

- **Zone:** 1
- **Risk:** Low
- **Source:** Job (default Low)

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