Sold Terraced

36 FIRSTORE DRIVE

COLCHESTER, ESSEX CO3 9EA

2 beds 1 baths 689 sq ft Listed 27 Feb 2016 (-3749d)

£210,000

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# 2 bedroom terraced house for sale (CO3 9EA)

## Property Details

| Key | Value |
|-----|-------|
| Address | 36 FIRSTORE DRIVE, COLCHESTER, ESSEX CO3 9EA |
| Price | £210,000 |
| Bedrooms | 2 |
| Bathrooms | 1 |
| Construction age | England and Wales: 1983-1990 |
| Floor area | 64 m² |
| Last sold | £212,500 Aug 2016 |

## EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost

- **Current rating:** D
- **Potential rating:** B
- **Current heating cost:** £429/year
- **Est. upgrade cost to C:** £19,538

### Recommendations
- W2 (£4,000 - £6,000)
- C (£15 - £30)
- E (£15)
- G (£350 - £450)
- I (£2,200 - £3,000)
- N (£4,000 - £6,000)
- U (£5,000 - £8,000)

[View full EPC on gov.uk](https://find-energy-certificate.service.gov.uk/energy-certificate/8201-5854-5229-6527-1263)

## Description

**General** **information** **** This spacious and well-presented mid-terraced house is situated in the sought after district of Lexden to the West of Colchester.  The property is in good decorative order throughout and has double glazing and gas fired central heating.  The accommodation comprises of;

An entrance door into the entrance hall which has a storage cupboard and open archway into the lounge, measuring 16ft 8 x 12ft 7.  There is a window to the front aspect, two radiators and a spiral staircase to the first floor, as well as a door that leads into the kitchen/diner.  The kitchen has a large storage cupboard, a window overlooking the rear garden and a range of eye and base level units with fitted roll-top work surfaces and a stainless steel sink drainer and mixer tap.  There is also an electric oven with gas hob and extractor above and space and plumbing for a washing machine, tumble dryer and fridge-freezer.  To the first floor, the landing provides access to the two double bedrooms and the family bathroom.  Bedroom one has a window to the front, two fitted wardrobes and a radiator whilst bedroom two has a window to the rear, two fitted wardrobes and a large airing cupboard.  The family bathroom which has recently been re-fitted has an obscured window to the side, a panelled bath with shower above, a vanity sink with cupboards underneath, low level W.C and a heated towel rail.  As mentioned, the property is presented to a good standard throughout and internal viewing is strongly recommended.

**Porch** ****

**Lounge** **16' 8" x 12' 7" (5.08m x 3.84m)**

**Kitchen** **12' 7" x 9' 4" (3.84m x 2.84m)**

**Landing** ****

**Bedroom** **one** **12' 7" x 9' 2" (3.84m x 2.79m)**

**Bedroom** **two** **10' 8" x 9' 5" (3.25m x 2.87m)**

**Bathroom** **7' 8" x 4' 6" (2.34m x 1.37m)**

**Single** **garage** ****

**The** **outside** **** To the font of the property there is a small garden area and a walk way leading to the front door.  The low maintenance rear garden measures approximately 40ft and is fully enclosed by wooden panel fencing and has a patio area and a pedestrian access gate to the rear.  There is a summer house to remain which has power and lighting connected.  From the rear gate there is a passageway that leads around to the garage which is in the middle of a block of three.

**Where?** **** The property is situated in the sought after Lexden area, to the West of Colchester town centre.  Located within highly regarded school catchment areas, the property is also within easy reach of good local amenities and excellent transport links are close by.

**Important** **information** **** Council Tax Band - B

Services - We understand that mains water, drainage, gas and electricity are connected to the property.

Tenure - Freehold

EPC rating - 66/D

## Property Photos

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## Floorplans

- ![Floorplan 1](/listings/photos/58078304/315618) - Floorplan 1

## Sales History

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

| Address | Price | Date | Type |
|---------|-------|------|------|
| 36 FIRSTORE DRIVE, COLCHESTER, ESSEX, CO3 9EA | £212,500 | 31/08/2016 | Terraced |
| 36 FIRSTORE DRIVE, COLCHESTER, ESSEX, CO3 9EA | £135,000 | 26/08/2009 | 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 |
|---------|-------|------|------|
| [Same street] 9 FIRSTORE DRIVE, COLCHESTER, ESSEX, CO3 9EA | £310,000 | 05/07/2024 | Detached |
| [Same street] 31 FIRSTORE DRIVE, COLCHESTER, ESSEX, CO3 9EA | £350,000 | 26/02/2024 | Semi-detached |
| [Same street] 47 FIRSTORE DRIVE, COLCHESTER, ESSEX, CO3 9EA | £375,000 | 27/07/2023 | Detached |
| [Same street] 13 FIRSTORE DRIVE, COLCHESTER, ESSEX, CO3 9EA | £226,000 | 06/04/2023 | Terraced |
| [Same street] 15 FIRSTORE DRIVE, COLCHESTER, ESSEX, CO3 9EA | £241,000 | 12/12/2022 | Terraced |
| [Same street] 14 FIRSTORE DRIVE, COLCHESTER, ESSEX, CO3 9EA | £495,000 | 26/10/2022 | Detached |
| [Same street] 45 FIRSTORE DRIVE, COLCHESTER, ESSEX, CO3 9EA | £375,000 | 19/08/2022 | Detached |
| 78 HALSTEAD ROAD, COLCHESTER, ESSEX, CO3 9AF | £365,000 | 21/07/2022 | Terraced |
| [Same street] 44 FIRSTORE DRIVE, COLCHESTER, ESSEX, CO3 9EA | £383,000 | 17/06/2022 | Detached |
| 123 LONDON ROAD, COLCHESTER, ESSEX, CO3 9AW | £257,500 | 02/03/2022 | Terraced |
| 65 LONDON ROAD, COLCHESTER, ESSEX, CO3 9AL | £235,000 | 15/11/2021 | Terraced |
| [Same street] 41 FIRSTORE DRIVE, COLCHESTER, ESSEX, CO3 9EA | £390,000 | 26/10/2021 | Detached |
| 32 HALSTEAD ROAD, COLCHESTER, ESSEX, CO3 9AE | £275,000 | 29/09/2021 | Terraced |
| [Same street] 18 FIRSTORE DRIVE, COLCHESTER, ESSEX, CO3 9EA | £295,000 | 20/07/2021 | Detached |
| [Same street] 52 FIRSTORE DRIVE, COLCHESTER, ESSEX, CO3 9EA | £210,000 | 25/06/2021 | Detached |

**Street average:** £331,818 (11 sales)
**Area average:** £283,125 (4 sales)

## Price vs local average

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

- **Local average:** £282,286 (14 Terraced, CO3, 2024–2026)
- **Deviation:** -25.6%

## Rental Range

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

- **Low:** £1,095/mo
- **Realistic:** £1,217/mo
- **Optimistic:** £1,339/mo

## LHA (Local Housing Allowance)

*VOA 30th percentile rent floor for Colchester (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026).*

- **LHA floor (this property size):** £793/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 |
|------|------|------|------|------|
| 2 Bed Terraced House, London Road, CO3 | £1,300/mo | 2 | 0.13 miles | OpenRent |

**Average rent: £1,300/mo (1 listing)**

## 1% Rule

- **Rent ratio:** 0.62% (weak for cashflow)
- **Max investor price (0.8%):** £162,500
- **Target investor price (1%):** £130,000

*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 £1,300/mo).*

- **Gross yield:** 7.4%
- **Cost-to-rent:** 13.5×
- **Monthly cashflow:** £318/mo (75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term)
- **Cash-on-cash ROI:** 6.3%

*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:** £3,281/m²

## Capital growth trend

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

- **5y growth:** 7%
- **10y growth:** 1.2%

## House Price Index (HM Land Registry)

*Official index for Colchester; Terraced series; as of March 2026.*

- **1y growth (index):** 1.3%
- **5y growth (index):** 15.9%
- **10y growth (index):** 38.8%

## Flood risk

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

[Check long-term flood risk (GOV.UK)](https://check-long-term-flood-risk.service.gov.uk/postcode)

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Property details

Tenure

FREEHOLD

Floor area

64 m²

EPC rating

Year built

England and Wales: 1983-1990

Last sold

£212,500 Aug 2016

Price per m²

£3,281/m²

Local average

£282,286 (-25.6%)

Deprivation

Decile 9 (27,240 of 33,755)

Street crime

112 incidents within 1 mile (Mar 2026)

Additional details

Parking: Garage
Garden: Yes

Description

General information ** This spacious and well-presented mid-terraced house is situated in the sought after district of Lexden to the West of Colchester. The property is in good decorative order throughout and has double glazing and gas fired central heating. The accommodation comprises of;
An entrance door into the entrance hall which has a storage cupboard and open archway into the lounge, measuring 16ft 8 x 12ft 7. There is a window to the front aspect, two radiators and a spiral staircase to the first floor, as well as a door that leads into the kitchen/diner. The kitchen has a large storage cupboard, a window overlooking the rear garden and a range of eye and base level units with fitted roll-top work surfaces and a stainless steel sink drainer and mixer tap. There is also an electric oven with gas hob and extractor above and space and plumbing for a washing machine, tumble dryer and fridge-freezer. To the first floor, the landing provides access to the two double bedrooms and the family bathroom. Bedroom one has a window to the front, two fitted wardrobes and a radiator whilst bedroom two has a window to the rear, two fitted wardrobes and a large airing cupboard. The family bathroom which has recently been re-fitted has an obscured window to the side, a panelled bath with shower above, a vanity sink with cupboards underneath, low level W.C and a heated towel rail. As mentioned, the property is presented to a good standard throughout and internal viewing is strongly recommended.

Porch

Lounge 16' 8" x 12' 7" (5.08m x 3.84m)

Kitchen 12' 7" x 9' 4" (3.84m x 2.84m)

Landing

Bedroom one 12' 7" x 9' 2" (3.84m x 2.79m)

Bedroom two 10' 8" x 9' 5" (3.25m x 2.87m)

Bathroom 7' 8" x 4' 6" (2.34m x 1.37m)

Single garage

The outside To the font of the property there is a small garden area and a walk way leading to the front door. The low maintenance rear garden measures approximately 40ft and is fully enclosed by wooden panel fencing and has a patio area and a pedestrian access gate to the rear. There is a summer house to remain which has power and lighting connected. From the rear gate there is a passageway that leads around to the garage which is in the middle of a block of three.

Where? The property is situated in the sought after Lexden area, to the West of Colchester town centre. Located within highly regarded school catchment areas, the property is also within easy reach of good local amenities and excellent transport links are close by.

Important information ** Council Tax Band - B
Services - We understand that mains water, drainage, gas and electricity are connected to the property.
Tenure - Freehold
EPC rating - 66/D

Listed by

Stanway

Fenn Wright

Reference: 58078304

EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost

Current rating: D

Potential rating: B

Inspection date: 25/02/2016

Current heating cost: £429/year

Potential heating cost: £362/year

Est. upgrade cost to C: £19,538

EPC D or below may face future regulation risk. Upgrading to C could improve long-term ROI.

Recommendations

Floor insulation (solid floor) (£4,000 - £6,000)
Add additional 80 mm jacket to hot water cylinder (£15 - £30)
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (£15)
Upgrade heating controls (£350 - £450)
Replace boiler with new condensing boiler (£2,200 - £3,000)
Solar water heating (£4,000 - £6,000)
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp (£5,000 - £8,000)

View full EPC on gov.uk

Flood risk

Zone: 1

Risk: Low

Job (default Low)

Floorplans

Floorplan 1

Price history

57% since 2009

Event	Date	Price	% change
Sold	31/08/2016 (9 years ago)	£212,500	+57.4%
Sold	26/08/2009 (16 years ago)	£135,000	—

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
Same street 9 FIRSTORE DRIVE, COLCHESTER, ESSEX, CO3 9EA	£310,000	05/07/2024	Detached
Same street 31 FIRSTORE DRIVE, COLCHESTER, ESSEX, CO3 9EA	£350,000	26/02/2024	Semi-detached
Same street 47 FIRSTORE DRIVE, COLCHESTER, ESSEX, CO3 9EA	£375,000	27/07/2023	Detached
Same street 13 FIRSTORE DRIVE, COLCHESTER, ESSEX, CO3 9EA	£226,000	06/04/2023	Terraced
Same street 15 FIRSTORE DRIVE, COLCHESTER, ESSEX, CO3 9EA	£241,000	12/12/2022	Terraced
Same street 14 FIRSTORE DRIVE, COLCHESTER, ESSEX, CO3 9EA	£495,000	26/10/2022	Detached
Same street 45 FIRSTORE DRIVE, COLCHESTER, ESSEX, CO3 9EA	£375,000	19/08/2022	Detached
78 HALSTEAD ROAD, COLCHESTER, ESSEX, CO3 9AF	£365,000	21/07/2022	Terraced
Same street 44 FIRSTORE DRIVE, COLCHESTER, ESSEX, CO3 9EA	£383,000	17/06/2022	Detached
123 LONDON ROAD, COLCHESTER, ESSEX, CO3 9AW	£257,500	02/03/2022	Terraced
65 LONDON ROAD, COLCHESTER, ESSEX, CO3 9AL	£235,000	15/11/2021	Terraced
Same street 41 FIRSTORE DRIVE, COLCHESTER, ESSEX, CO3 9EA	£390,000	26/10/2021	Detached
32 HALSTEAD ROAD, COLCHESTER, ESSEX, CO3 9AE	£275,000	29/09/2021	Terraced
Same street 18 FIRSTORE DRIVE, COLCHESTER, ESSEX, CO3 9EA	£295,000	20/07/2021	Detached
Same street 52 FIRSTORE DRIVE, COLCHESTER, ESSEX, CO3 9EA	£210,000	25/06/2021	Detached

Street average: £331,818 (11 sales)

Area average: £283,125 (4 sales)

Capital growth trend

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

5y growth 7%

10y growth 1.2%

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

1y (index) 1.3%

5y (index) 15.9%

10y (index) 38.8%

Rental Range

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

Low £1,095/mo

Realistic £1,217/mo

Optimistic £1,339/mo

Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → Colchester.

LHA (30th percentile) floor for Colchester: £793/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)

Location

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Nearby

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

Type	Name	Distance
Bus stop	Mellor Chase	0.1 miles
Shop	ROL Cruise	0.3 miles
Shop	Collier & Catchpole	0.3 miles
Train station	Colchester	1.9 miles
Hospital	Oaks Hospital	2.2 miles
Train station	Colchester Town	2.4 miles
Hospital	Chavasse V C House	2.4 miles
University	University Quays	3.7 miles
University	The Pastures	3.8 miles

Street-level crime

Category	Count
Violence and sexual offences	38
Anti-social behaviour	24
Shoplifting	15
Public order	13
Criminal damage and arson	11
Other theft	3
Burglary	2
Possession of weapons	2
Bicycle theft	1
Drugs	1
Other crime	1
Theft from the person	1
Total incidents	112

Within 1 mile during Mar 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
Holmwood House School	Other	0.3 miles	— (No rating)
Lexden Primary School with Unit for Hearing Impaired Pupils	Primary	0.3 miles	Good — 28 Mar 2014
Home Farm Primary School	Primary	0.4 miles	Outstanding — 6 Sep 2016
St Teresa's Catholic Primary School, Colchester	Primary	0.6 miles	Outstanding — 7 Feb 2014
Lexden Springs School	Other	0.6 miles	Inadequate — 24 Apr 2024

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
2 Bed Terraced House, London Road, CO3	£1,300/mo	2	0.13 miles	OpenRent

Average rent: £1,300/mo (1 listing)

Rent-driven metrics

Based on OpenRent comparables.

Rent ratio 0.62%

Max investor price (0.8%) £162,500

Target investor price (1%) £130,000

Gross yield 7.4%

Cost-to-rent ratio 13.5×

Monthly cashflow £318/mo 75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term

Cash-on-cash ROI 6.3%

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).
Cost-to-rent — Price ÷ annual rent (from OpenRent comparables). Under 14× = strong, 14–16× = acceptable, 17×+ = compressed.
Cashflow — Rent minus 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).