# 3 bedroom terraced house for sale (NP12 0DX)

## Property Details

| Key | Value |
|-----|-------|
| Address | 73 CENTRAL AVENUE, BLACKWOOD, OAKDALE, CAERPHILLY NP12 0DX |
| Price | £180,000 |
| Bedrooms | 3 |
| Bathrooms | 1 |
| Council tax | C |
| Last sold | £174,500 May 2026 |

## EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost

- **Current rating:** C
- **Potential rating:** B
- **Expiry date:** 08/10/2033
- **Current heating cost:** £1,044/year
- **Est. upgrade cost to C:** £14,500

### Recommendations
- W2 (£4,000 - £6,000)
- 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/0118-3930-8200-1367-9200)

## Description

**SUMMARY**

This spacious three-bedroom terraced house, featuring two reception rooms and a modern kitchen, is ideally situated in a sought-after family-friendly area close to schools, amenities, and excellent transport links—making it an ideal choice for first-time buyers and families alike.

**DESCRIPTION**

An excellent opportunity, this three-bedroom terraced house is now available for sale in a highly sought after location. Perfectly suited to first time buyers and families alike, this property offers both versatility and comfort throughout.

The accommodation features two well-proportioned reception rooms, providing ample space for relaxation and entertaining guests. The layout allows for flexibility, with clearly defined areas for both living and dining. The house is complemented by a modern kitchen, which is thoughtfully designed to cater to everyday needs and entertaining alike.

The property boasts three generous bedrooms, making it ideal for a growing family, or those seeking additional space for a home office or guest accommodation. There is a well-appointed bathroom, providing all essential fittings for convenience and comfort.

Situated in an area popular with families, the home benefits from close proximity to reputable nearby schools, making it a practical choice for those prioritising education. Residents will enjoy easy access to a range of local amenities for day-to-day necessities, as well as excellent public transport links for effortless commuting to surrounding areas.

This property is ideally positioned to take advantage of everything the local community has to offer. With spacious interiors arranged across practical living areas, it presents an ideal prospect for buyers seeking a welcoming home in an established and thriving neighbourhood.

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 PETER ALAN NOR ANY OF ITS EMPLOYEES OR AGENTS HAS ANY AUTHORITY TO MAKE OR GIVE ANY REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY WHATEVER IN RELATION TO THIS PROPERTY.

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## Floorplans

- ![Floorplan 1](/listings/photos/170591477/888686) - Floorplan 1

## EPC Graphs

- ![EPC](/listings/photos/170591477/888687) - EPC

## FENSA Certificates

This property has 1 FENSA certificate(s) on record.

### FENSA Certificate #1862313
- **Address:** 73 Central Avenue, Oakdale, NP12 0DX
- **Certificate Issued:** 12/07/2004
- **Work Completed:** 17/06/2004
- **Items:** 2 window(s)

## Sales History

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

| Address | Price | Date | Type |
|---------|-------|------|------|
| 73 CENTRAL AVENUE, OAKDALE, BLACKWOOD, CAERPHILLY, NP12 0DX | £174,500 | 29/05/2026 | Terraced |
| 73 CENTRAL AVENUE, OAKDALE, BLACKWOOD, CAERPHILLY, NP12 0DX | £120,000 | 24/02/2023 | 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 |
|---------|-------|------|------|
| 3 ASHVILLE, OAKDALE, BLACKWOOD, CAERPHILLY, NP12 0JR | £173,000 | 12/12/2025 | Terraced |
| 54 CENTRAL AVENUE, OAKDALE, BLACKWOOD, CAERPHILLY, NP12 0JS | £215,000 | 28/11/2025 | Terraced |
| 31 FARM CLOSE, OAKDALE, BLACKWOOD, CAERPHILLY, NP12 0DS | £167,500 | 30/10/2023 | Terraced |
| 4 PENMAEN VILLAS, PENMAEN, BLACKWOOD, CAERPHILLY, NP12 0DL | £82,500 | 20/10/2023 | Terraced |
| 25 ASHVILLE, OAKDALE, BLACKWOOD, CAERPHILLY, NP12 0JR | £139,000 | 18/08/2022 | Terraced |
| 1 PENMAEN VILLAS, PENMAEN, BLACKWOOD, CAERPHILLY, NP12 0DL | £240,000 | 10/02/2022 | Terraced |
| 54 CENTRAL AVENUE, OAKDALE, BLACKWOOD, CAERPHILLY, NP12 0JS | £210,000 | 09/12/2021 | Terraced |

**Area average:** £175,286 (7 sales)

## Price vs local average

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

- **Local average:** £169,500 (25 Terraced, NP12, 2024–2026)
- **Deviation:** +6.2%

## Rental Range

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

- **Low:** £672/mo
- **Realistic:** £747/mo
- **Optimistic:** £822/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 End Terrace, Bridge St, NP12 | £875/mo | 3 | 0.8 miles | OpenRent |
| 3 Bed Terraced House, Albion Terrace, NP12 | £750/mo | 3 | 0.98 miles | OpenRent |
| 3 Bed Semi-Detached House, Penybryn Avenue, NP12 | £875/mo | 3 | 1.18 miles | OpenRent |

**Average rent: £833/mo (3 listings)**

## 1% Rule

- **Rent ratio:** 0.49% (weak for cashflow)
- **Max investor price (0.8%):** £109,375
- **Target investor price (1%):** £87,500

*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 OpenRent comparables.*

## Rent-driven metrics

*Based on OpenRent comparables (median £875/mo).*

- **Gross yield:** 5.8%
- **Cost-to-rent:** 17.1×
- **Monthly cashflow:** £54/mo (75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term)
- **Cash-on-cash ROI:** 1.2%

*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:** £2,195/m²

## Capital growth trend

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

- **5y growth:** 38.1%
- **10y growth:** 89.3%

## House Price Index (HM Land Registry)

*Official index for Caerphilly; Terraced series; as of July 2026.*

- **1y growth (index):** 4.2%
- **5y growth (index):** 24.8%
- **10y growth (index):** 66.7%

## Flood risk

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

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