# 3 bedroom terraced house for sale (RM13 7AJ)

## Property Details

| Key | Value |
|-----|-------|
| Address | 48 GUYSFIELD DRIVE, RAINHAM, GREATER LONDON RM13 7AJ |
| Price | £400,000 |
| Bedrooms | 3 |
| Bathrooms | 1 |
| Council tax | D |
| Construction age | England and Wales: 1950-1966 |
| Floor area | 105 m² |
| Last sold | £400,000 Apr 2025 |

## EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost

- **Current rating:** D
- **Potential rating:** B
- **Expiry date:** 02/09/2029
- **Current heating cost:** £807/year
- **Est. upgrade cost to C:** £26,040

### Recommendations
- A3 (£1,500 - £2,700)
- Q (£4,000 - £14,000)
- W2 (£4,000 - £6,000)
- E (£40)
- G (£350 - £450)
- 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/0978-3095-7271-6561-4920)

## Description

**SUMMARY**

Extended three bedroom family home located on a popular road in South Hornchurch, this property is offered CHAIN FREE! It boasts a through lounge, an open plan kitchen diner, it also has rear access and backs on to Hornchurch Country Park.

**DESCRIPTION**

Step into the realm of homeownership with this delightful three-bedroom extended terrace house, nestled in the heart of a charming Rainham neighbourhood. Tailored for first-time buyers who dream of space, this property presents a perfect blend of modern living and convenience and is offered CHAIN FREE!

As you walk through the front door, you'll be greeted by a warm and inviting atmosphere. The ground floor boasts an expansive open plan kitchen diner, setting the stage for memorable family meals and social gatherings. The adjacent good-sized lounge is where you can unwind after a busy day.

Venture upstairs and discover three well-appointed bedrooms, and unique loft storage accessible by stairs from the third bedroom, offering a versatile space that is ripe for conversion (STPP). 

Outside, a garden awaits with a large outbuilding that benefits from rear access via a service road, driveway parking for convenience, and direct access to the scenic Hornchurch Country Park for weekend adventures.

Families will appreciate the proximity to numerous schools and an array of transport links, including bus, train, and underground services, facilitating commutes and excursions. This house isn't just a place to live; it's a foundation for a lifetime of memories.

**Lounge** 23' 5" x 10' 8" Max ( 7.14m x 3.25m Max )

**Dining Room** 14' 8" x 10' 9" ( 4.47m x 3.28m )

**Kitchen** 9' 10" x 6' 2" ( 3.00m x 1.88m )

**Bedroom One** 

**Bedroom Two** 

**Bedroom Three** 

**Outbuilding** 15' 10" x 10' 1" ( 4.83m x 3.07m )

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 SEQUENCE (UK) LIMITED 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/86926656/610686) - Floorplan 1

## EPC Graphs

- ![EPC](/listings/photos/86926656/610688) - EPC

## Sales History

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

| Address | Price | Date | Type |
|---------|-------|------|------|
| 48 GUYSFIELD DRIVE, RAINHAM, HAVERING, GREATER LONDON, RM13 7AJ | £400,000 | 11/04/2025 | Terraced |
| 48 GUYSFIELD DRIVE, RAINHAM, HAVERING, GREATER LONDON, RM13 7AJ | £288,000 | 27/09/2019 | 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 |
|---------|-------|------|------|
| 68 GROVE PARK ROAD, RAINHAM, HAVERING, GREATER LONDON, RM13 7DA | £469,000 | 09/01/2026 | Terraced |
| 212 SOUTH END ROAD, RAINHAM, HAVERING, GREATER LONDON, RM13 7XT | £410,000 | 14/11/2025 | Terraced |
| 146 SOUTH END ROAD, RAINHAM, HAVERING, GREATER LONDON, RM13 7XR | £455,000 | 07/02/2025 | Terraced |
| 25 GUYSFIELD CLOSE, RAINHAM, HAVERING, GREATER LONDON, RM13 7AP | £406,000 | 06/12/2024 | Terraced |
| [Same street] 4 GUYSFIELD DRIVE, RAINHAM, HAVERING, GREATER LONDON, RM13 7AJ | £400,000 | 29/11/2023 | Terraced |
| 26 GUYSFIELD CLOSE, RAINHAM, HAVERING, GREATER LONDON, RM13 7AP | £415,500 | 06/10/2023 | Terraced |
| [Same street] 16 GUYSFIELD DRIVE, RAINHAM, HAVERING, GREATER LONDON, RM13 7AJ | £405,000 | 01/09/2023 | Terraced |
| 54 GROVE PARK ROAD, RAINHAM, HAVERING, GREATER LONDON, RM13 7DA | £382,000 | 16/08/2023 | Terraced |
| 154 SOUTH END ROAD, RAINHAM, HAVERING, GREATER LONDON, RM13 7XR | £440,000 | 21/07/2023 | Terraced |
| 164A SOUTH END ROAD, RAINHAM, HAVERING, GREATER LONDON, RM13 7XR | £300,000 | 19/06/2023 | Terraced |
| 96 RAINHAM ROAD, RAINHAM, HAVERING, GREATER LONDON, RM13 7RJ | £410,000 | 16/11/2022 | Terraced |
| 54 SOUTH END ROAD, RAINHAM, HAVERING, GREATER LONDON, RM13 7XJ | £430,000 | 03/11/2022 | Terraced |
| 8 ST JOHN'S CLOSE, RAINHAM, HAVERING, GREATER LONDON, RM13 7DU | £455,000 | 31/10/2022 | Terraced |
| 144 RAINHAM ROAD, RAINHAM, HAVERING, GREATER LONDON, RM13 7RH | £387,000 | 28/10/2022 | Terraced |
| 150 RAINHAM ROAD, RAINHAM, HAVERING, GREATER LONDON, RM13 7RH | £415,000 | 28/10/2022 | Terraced |
| 5 SOUTH END ROAD, RAINHAM, HAVERING, GREATER LONDON, RM13 7XP | £425,000 | 26/10/2022 | Terraced |
| 164 SOUTH END ROAD, RAINHAM, HAVERING, GREATER LONDON, RM13 7XR | £465,000 | 26/10/2022 | Terraced |
| 12 GUYSFIELD CLOSE, RAINHAM, HAVERING, GREATER LONDON, RM13 7AP | £350,000 | 26/10/2022 | Terraced |
| [Same street] 2 GUYSFIELD DRIVE, RAINHAM, HAVERING, GREATER LONDON, RM13 7AJ | £435,000 | 20/10/2022 | Terraced |
| 61 GROVE PARK ROAD, RAINHAM, HAVERING, GREATER LONDON, RM13 7DA | £440,000 | 14/10/2022 | Terraced |
| 63 GROVE PARK ROAD, RAINHAM, HAVERING, GREATER LONDON, RM13 7DA | £425,000 | 29/09/2022 | Terraced |
| 60 RAINHAM ROAD, RAINHAM, HAVERING, GREATER LONDON, RM13 7RL | £440,000 | 27/09/2022 | Terraced |
| 30 GAINSBOROUGH ROAD, RAINHAM, HAVERING, GREATER LONDON, RM13 7DP | £390,000 | 21/09/2022 | Terraced |
| [Same street] 8 GUYSFIELD DRIVE, RAINHAM, HAVERING, GREATER LONDON, RM13 7AJ | £415,000 | 04/08/2022 | Terraced |
| [Same street] 36 GUYSFIELD DRIVE, RAINHAM, HAVERING, GREATER LONDON, RM13 7AJ | £400,000 | 28/01/2022 | Terraced |
| [Same street] 42 GUYSFIELD DRIVE, RAINHAM, HAVERING, GREATER LONDON, RM13 7AJ | £316,000 | 17/08/2021 | Terraced |

**Street average:** £395,167 (6 sales)
**Area average:** £415,475 (20 sales)

## Price vs local average

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

- **Local average:** £409,575 (47 Terraced, RM13, 2024–2026)
- **Deviation:** -2.3%

## Rental Range

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

- **Low:** £1,409/mo
- **Realistic:** £1,565/mo
- **Optimistic:** £1,722/mo

## LHA (Local Housing Allowance)

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

- **LHA floor (this property size):** £1,207/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 Detached House, Abbots Close, RM13 | £2,200/mo | 3 | 0.82 miles | OpenRent |

**Average rent: £2,200/mo (1 listing)**

## 1% Rule

- **Rent ratio:** 0.55% (weak for cashflow)
- **Max investor price (0.8%):** £275,000
- **Target investor price (1%):** £220,000

*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 £2,200/mo).*

- **Gross yield:** 6.6%
- **Cost-to-rent:** 15.2×
- **Monthly cashflow:** £380/mo (75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term)
- **Cash-on-cash ROI:** 3.9%

*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:** £3,810/m²

## Capital growth trend

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

- **5y growth:** 11.5%
- **10y growth:** 36.4%

## House Price Index (HM Land Registry)

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

- **1y growth (index):** 0.4%
- **5y growth (index):** 17.3%
- **10y growth (index):** 36.3%

## Flood risk

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

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