# 4 bedroom detached house for sale (MK43 0FE)

## Property Details

| Key | Value |
|-----|-------|
| Address | 33 DENTON DRIVE, BEDFORD, MARSTON MORETAINE, BEDFORDSHIRE MK43 0FE |
| Price | £465,000 |
| Bedrooms | 4 |
| Bathrooms | 2 |
| Council tax | E |
| Last sold | £244,000 Apr 2006 |

## Description

**SUMMARY**

This detached 4 bedroom house on a corner plot within  a quite cul de sac location, harmoniously combines practical and modern living in the sought after village of Marston Moretaine.

**DESCRIPTION**

Nestled on a corner plot within the charming village of Marston Moretaine, this detached 4 bedroom house exudes elegance and comfort. With its tasteful design and modern amenities, it offers an idyllic family home.

Offering a spacious living room and  separate dining room, perfect for relaxation and entertainment. 

A well appointed kitchen featuring sleek counter tops, ample storage. access to conservatory. The patio and well maintained garden is perfect for al fresco dining and leisure.

The property boasts four generously sized bedrooms, with the master bedroom featuring an en-suite bathroom for added privacy and convenience. Each bedroom is designed with comfort in mind.

In addition this property includes a garage and a driveway, providing parking for multiple vehicles. The garage offers storage space and could also be converted into a workshop or home gym.

Outside, the garden is  thoughtfully landscaped to offer a mix of manicured lawns, flower beds and large patio area.

**Entrance / Hallway** 

Door to front leading to:- Hallway with radiator, stairs to first floor, door to cloak room, living room and kitchen.

**Cloak Room** 

Low level wc, hand wash basin, radiator, extractor fan.

**Kitchen** 10' 1" x 16' 5" ( 3.07m x 5.00m )

Wall to base fitted units, easy clean work surfaces, stainless steel sink with drainer, pantry. Range oven, extractor fan above,  plumbing for washing machine, plumbing for dishwasher, space for tumble dryer, integrated wine cooler, radiator, tiling, double glazed window to rear aspect. Door to conservatory.

**Living Room** 16' 8" x 11' 3" ( 5.08m x 3.43m )

Double glazed bay window to front aspect, electric feature fireplace. French doors to dining room, door to hallway, tv point, radiator.

**Dining Room** 10' 6" x 9' 9" ( 3.20m x 2.97m )

French doors to living room, radiator,  double glazed patio doors to rear garden.

**Conservatory** 7' 5" x 9' 2" ( 2.26m x 2.79m )

Brick base conservatory with double glazed windows giving panoramic views of the garden, double glazed patio doors opening to patio. Door to kitchen.

**First Floor** 

**Landing** 

With loft access, doors to bedrooms and bathroom. Airing cupboard.

**Bedroom 1** 11' 4" x 15' 9" ( 3.45m x 4.80m )

Double glazed window to front aspect, radiator, built in wardrobes, door to en suite.

**En Suite** 

Double glazed opaque window to front aspect, shower cubicle, low level wc, hand wash basin, radiator.

**Bedroom 2** 11' 3" x 8' 5" ( 3.43m x 2.57m )

Double glazed dormer window to front aspect, radiator, over stairs storage cupboard.

**Bedroom 3** 11' 5" x 8' 3" ( 3.48m x 2.51m )

Double glazed window to rear, radiator.

**Bedroom 4** 8' 2" x 11' 6" ( 2.49m x 3.51m )

Double glazed window to rear aspect, radiator.

**Bathroom** 

Double glazed opaque window to rear aspect, panelled bath, shower cubicle, low level wc, hand wash basin, tiling, radiator.

**Outside** 

**Garage** 

Electric roller door, electricity and light.

**Front Garden** 

Hedge to front, block paved driveway for multiple vehicles, dropped kerb, side gate access.

**Rear Garden** 

Mostly laid to lawn, with a sweeping block paved patio, mature shrubs and flower borders, side gate access, shed with power and light. Green house with electricity and light.

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: These particulars do not constitute part or all of an offer or contract.

3: The measurements indicated are supplied for guidance only and as such must be considered incorrect.

4: Potential buyers are advised to recheck the measurements before committing to any expense.

5: Connells has not tested any apparatus, equipment, fixtures, fittings or services and it is the buyers interests to check the working condition of any appliances.

6: Connells has not sought to verify the legal title of the property and the buyers must obtain verification from their solicitor.

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## Floorplans

- ![Floorplan 1](/listings/photos/140094866/998255) - Floorplan 1

## EPC Graphs

- ![EPC](/listings/photos/140094866/998256) - EPC

## FENSA Certificates

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

### FENSA Certificate #11244307
- **Address:** 33 Denton Drive, Marston Moretaine, MK43 0FE
- **Certificate Issued:** 19/10/2015
- **Work Completed:** 01/07/2015
- **Items:** 8 window(s), 3 door(s)

## Sales History

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

| Address | Price | Date | Type |
|---------|-------|------|------|
| 33 DENTON DRIVE, MARSTON MORETAINE, BEDFORD, MID BEDFORDSHIRE, BEDFORDSHIRE, MK43 0FE | £244,000 | 28/04/2006 | Detached |
| 33 DENTON DRIVE, MARSTON MORETAINE, BEDFORD, MID BEDFORDSHIRE, BEDFORDSHIRE, MK43 0FE | £157,000 | 12/04/2001 | Detached |
| 33 DENTON DRIVE, MARSTON MORETAINE, BEDFORD, MID BEDFORDSHIRE, BEDFORDSHIRE, MK43 0FE | £129,000 | 26/02/1999 | Detached |
| 33 DENTON DRIVE, MARSTON MORETAINE, BEDFORD, MID BEDFORDSHIRE, BEDFORDSHIRE, MK43 0FE | £104,950 | 29/07/1996 | 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 |
|---------|-------|------|------|
| 8 PRIMROSE CLOSE, MARSTON MORETAINE, BEDFORD, CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE, MK43 0UR | £480,000 | 02/11/2023 | Detached |
| 42 DENTON DRIVE, MARSTON MORETAINE, BEDFORD, CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE, MK43 0NA | £475,000 | 27/04/2023 | Detached |
| 1A CHANDLERS CLOSE, MARSTON MORETAINE, BEDFORD, CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE, MK43 0QW | £425,000 | 15/12/2022 | Detached |
| 8 BEANCROFT ROAD, MARSTON MORETAINE, BEDFORD, CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE, MK43 0PY | £376,000 | 05/12/2022 | Detached |
| 7 PARROTT GROVE, MARSTON MORETAINE, BEDFORD, CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE, MK43 0GT | £575,000 | 24/11/2022 | Detached |
| [Same street] 55 DENTON DRIVE, MARSTON MORETAINE, BEDFORD, CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE, MK43 0FE | £375,000 | 29/09/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 7 MOAT FARM BARNS, MARSTON MORETAINE, BEDFORD, CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE, MK43 0PE | £725,000 | 14/07/2022 | Detached |
| [Same street] 67 DENTON DRIVE, MARSTON MORETAINE, BEDFORD, CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE, MK43 0FE | £415,000 | 11/07/2022 | Detached |
| 14 PRIMROSE CLOSE, MARSTON MORETAINE, BEDFORD, CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE, MK43 0UR | £545,000 | 18/05/2022 | Detached |
| 14 HILLSON CLOSE, MARSTON MORETAINE, BEDFORD, CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE, MK43 0QN | £395,000 | 12/04/2022 | Detached |
| [Same street] 51 DENTON DRIVE, MARSTON MORETAINE, BEDFORD, CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE, MK43 0FE | £475,000 | 18/03/2022 | Detached |
| 25 HILLSON CLOSE, MARSTON MORETAINE, BEDFORD, CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE, MK43 0QN | £410,000 | 20/01/2022 | Detached |
| 53 WHITTINGTON CRESCENT, MARSTON MORETAINE, BEDFORD, CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE, MK43 2AG | £624,995 | 17/12/2021 | Detached |
| 49 WHITTINGTON CRESCENT, MARSTON MORETAINE, BEDFORD, CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE, MK43 2AG | £659,995 | 17/12/2021 | Detached |
| 51 WHITTINGTON CRESCENT, MARSTON MORETAINE, BEDFORD, CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE, MK43 2AG | £714,995 | 10/12/2021 | Detached |
| 55 WHITTINGTON CRESCENT, MARSTON MORETAINE, BEDFORD, CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE, MK43 2AG | £439,995 | 26/11/2021 | Detached |
| 33 FELLS PADDOCK, MARSTON MORETAINE, BEDFORD, CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE, MK43 2AF | £94,000 | 28/10/2021 | Detached |
| 10 PRIMROSE CLOSE, MARSTON MORETAINE, BEDFORD, CENTRAL BEDFORDSHIRE, MK43 0UR | £540,000 | 29/07/2021 | Detached |

**Street average:** £421,667 (3 sales)
**Area average:** £498,665 (15 sales)

## Price vs local average

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

- **Local average:** £563,000 (49 Detached, MK43, 2024–2026)
- **Deviation:** -17.4%

## Rental Range

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

- **Low:** £1,122/mo
- **Realistic:** £1,247/mo
- **Optimistic:** £1,372/mo

## LHA (Local Housing Allowance)

*VOA 30th percentile rent floor for Bedford (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 Detached House, Torry Orchard, MK43 | £3,200/mo | 4 | 0.22 miles | OpenRent |
| 4 Bed Terraced House, Torry Orchard, MK43 | £3,500/mo | 4 | 0.22 miles | OpenRent |
| 4 Bed Detached House, Bedford Road, MK43 | £2,200/mo | 4 | 0.25 miles | OpenRent |
| 4 Bed Detached House, Knight Street, MK43 | £700/mo | 4 | 0.27 miles | OpenRent |

**Average rent: £2,400/mo (4 listings)**

## 1% Rule

- **Rent ratio:** 0.58% (weak for cashflow)
- **Max investor price (0.8%):** £337,500
- **Target investor price (1%):** £270,000

*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 £2,700/mo).*

- **Gross yield:** 7%
- **Cost-to-rent:** 14.4×
- **Monthly cashflow:** £574/mo (75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term)
- **Cash-on-cash ROI:** 5.1%

*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:** 11.5%
- **10y growth:** 55.9%

## House Price Index (HM Land Registry)

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

- **1y growth (index):** 4.2%
- **5y growth (index):** 19.8%
- **10y growth (index):** 35.6%

## Flood risk

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

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