Sold End of terrace

1 GILDENHOWE

CAMBRIDGE, CAMBRIDGESHIRE CB3 1AY

5 beds 3 baths 244 m² Listed 2 Sep 2025 (-284d)

£1,395,000

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Property details

Tenure

FREEHOLD

Floor area

244 m²

Council tax band

G

EPC rating

A

Last sold

£1,374,950 Apr 2024

Price per m²

£5,717/m²

Local average

£780,767 (+78.7%)

Deprivation

Decile 10 (33,300 of 33,755)

Street crime

44 incidents within 1 mile (Apr 2026)

Key features

  • No onward chain
  • End of terrace contemporary property with substantial accommodation over three floors
  • Gas fired ‘wet’ underfloor heating
  • High specification throughout
  • Low maintenance enclosed garden
  • Integral single garage
  • EPC Rating = A

Additional details

Parking
Yes
Garden
Yes

Description

Substantial end terrace modern home situated within favoured Eddington

Description

1 Gildenhowe is an immaculate end of terrace property constructed during 2024 of buff brick elevations beneath a zinc roof. Extending to 2,540 sq ft (236 sqm) the property has flexible, spacious accommodation laid out over three floors. Of particular note is that there is considerably more light entering the property from the west than its immediate neighbours due to the side glazing at all levels.

On entering the property via a slightly recessed entrance with storm canopy, the hall is long and wide with tall full height twin double cupboards. Opposite, and to the front is a wide utility/laundry room with Corian work surface and freestanding Bosch washer and separate dryer, adjacent is the WC fitted with high end Duravit sanitary.

To the rear, beyond the stairs is the kitchen / dining and family room which extends the full width of the property. Fitted with a comprehensive range of matt grey cabinetry and integrated Siemens appliances including doubles ovens, warming drawer along with full height fridge and separate freezer, ideal for a family, a wine cooler, and matching working surfaces and a central island with breakfast bar. Extensive glazing with glazed door to the rear has views and access to the rear garden, the ground floor has oak flooring throughout.

At first floor and to the left is a triple aspect sitting room, again with oak floor and has a covered decked balcony both to the front and rear with ample room to sit and relax and attracts a great deal of natural light. There are two double bedrooms on this floor along with a contemporary family bathroom whilst on the second floor are three large doubles, including the principal bedroom suite which also extends the full width of the property and has wall-to-wall built-in wardrobes and en-suite shower room with oversized shower cubicle, twin basins and is extensively tiles, along with a second family bathroom.

The accommodation can be seen in greater detail on the attached floorplans and has a ‘wet’ under-floor heating throughout, fired by a communal district heating system on site which supplies the majority of the scheme and the domestic hot water. The property which is rated A for efficiency and scores 97/100 also has a Vent-Axia heat recovery system installed and triple glazing installed throughout.

The rear garden is fully enclosed by railings and has been designed with low maintenance in mind, is largely paved and has a small area of lawn along with rear gate.

Location

Eddington is a modern and thoughtfully designed neighbourhood on the north western edge of Cambridge, developed by the University of Cambridge with sustainability and community at its core. This vibrant new district offers a dynamic lifestyle with an impressive range of local amenities, including a new gym and beauty centre.

The development is anchored by a large Sainsbury’s supermarket, making day-to-day shopping exceptionally convenient. Residents can enjoy a growing selection of independent eateries and social spaces, including the stylish Dulcedo Social café, authentic Le Pizzica pizzeria, and the inviting Dutch cocktail bar. The Hyatt Centric Hotel & Bar offers a chic space for dining and events, while the Astronomer, a popular modern British restaurant, has become a local favourite for both residents and visitors alike.

For families, Eddington is home to the University of Cambridge Primary School, which holds an Outstanding rating from Ofsted, and Bright Horizons nursery, providing high-quality early years education.

The area is well connected by dedicated cycle routes into Cambridge city centre via both Huntingdon Road and Madingley Road, each approximately 1.6 miles away, making commuting by bike or foot easy and pleasant. Comprehensive shopping, dining, and cultural facilities are readily available in central Cambridge, including the Grand Arcade shopping centre and the city’s renowned daily market.

Transport links are excellent, with Cambridge railway station offering fast connections to London King’s Cross in as little as 50 minutes and to Stansted Airport in around 28 minutes. For road users, the M11 motorway (Junction 13) is just 1 mile away, providing access to London, the M25, and beyond.

All distances and times are approximate.

Square Footage: 2,540 sq ft

Listed by

Cambridge

Savills

Reference: 166507598

EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost

Current rating: A

Potential rating: A

Inspection date: 30/04/2024

Expiry date: 29/04/2034

Current heating cost: £803/year

Potential heating cost: £803/year

View full EPC on gov.uk

Flood risk

Zone: 1

Risk: Low

Job (default Low)

Floorplans

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EPC Graphs

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Price history

Event Date Price % change
Sold 30/04/2024 (2 years ago) £1,374,950

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
53 EDDINGTON AVENUE, CAMBRIDGE, CAMBRIDGESHIRE, CB3 1SE £1,250,000 14/07/2025 Terraced
21 MILNE AVENUE, CAMBRIDGE, CAMBRIDGESHIRE, CB3 1BD £1,322,000 28/03/2025 Terraced
Same street 4 GILDENHOWE, CAMBRIDGE, SOUTH CAMBRIDGESHIRE, CAMBRIDGESHIRE, CB3 1AY £1,299,950 21/12/2023 Terraced
Same street 6 GILDENHOWE, CAMBRIDGE, CAMBRIDGESHIRE, CB3 1AY £1,335,000 15/12/2023 Semi-detached
Same street 31 GILDENHOWE, CAMBRIDGE, CAMBRIDGESHIRE, CB3 1AY £700,000 25/10/2023 Flat
Same street 39 GILDENHOWE, CAMBRIDGE, CAMBRIDGESHIRE, CB3 1AY £526,353 25/10/2023 Flat
Same street 37 GILDENHOWE, CAMBRIDGE, CAMBRIDGESHIRE, CB3 1AY £358,000 25/10/2023 Flat
Same street 33 GILDENHOWE, CAMBRIDGE, SOUTH CAMBRIDGESHIRE, CAMBRIDGESHIRE, CB3 1AY £545,000 25/10/2023 Flat
Same street 35 GILDENHOWE, CAMBRIDGE, FENLAND, CAMBRIDGESHIRE, CB3 1AY £403,152 25/10/2023 Flat
Same street 29 GILDENHOWE, CAMBRIDGE, CAMBRIDGESHIRE, CB3 1AY £563,000 25/10/2023 Flat
Same street 45 GILDENHOWE, CAMBRIDGE, SOUTH CAMBRIDGESHIRE, CAMBRIDGESHIRE, CB3 1AY £1,950,000 30/06/2023 Detached
Same street 47 GILDENHOWE, CAMBRIDGE, CAMBRIDGESHIRE, CB3 1AY £1,999,950 24/05/2023 Terraced
19 FLOREY TERRACE, CAMBRIDGE, SOUTH CAMBRIDGESHIRE, CAMBRIDGESHIRE, CB3 1BB £1,099,950 28/02/2023 Terraced
Same street 53 GILDENHOWE, CAMBRIDGE, CAMBRIDGESHIRE, CB3 1AY £1,799,950 25/08/2022 Detached
4 WALTON WAY, CAMBRIDGE, CAMBRIDGESHIRE, CB3 1AX £727,452 31/03/2022 Terraced
5 ASTON TERRACE, CAMBRIDGE, CAMBRIDGESHIRE, CB3 1BA £810,000 01/03/2022 Terraced
15 FLOREY TERRACE, CAMBRIDGE, CAMBRIDGESHIRE, CB3 1BB £911,000 11/02/2022 Terraced
6 MILNE AVENUE, CAMBRIDGE, CAMBRIDGESHIRE, CB3 1BD £1,018,451 31/12/2021 Terraced
17 FLOREY TERRACE, CAMBRIDGE, CAMBRIDGESHIRE, CB3 1BB £1,100,000 22/12/2021 Terraced
7 ASTON TERRACE, CAMBRIDGE, CAMBRIDGESHIRE, CB3 1BA £800,202 21/12/2021 Terraced
9 FLOREY TERRACE, CAMBRIDGE, CAMBRIDGESHIRE, CB3 1BB £839,952 21/12/2021 Terraced
Same street 57 GILDENHOWE, CAMBRIDGE, CAMBRIDGESHIRE, CB3 1AY £1,799,950 20/12/2021 Detached
Same street 51 GILDENHOWE, CAMBRIDGE, SOUTH CAMBRIDGESHIRE, CAMBRIDGESHIRE, CB3 1AY £1,799,950 20/12/2021 Terraced
Same street 55 GILDENHOWE, CAMBRIDGE, CAMBRIDGESHIRE, CB3 1AY £1,799,950 20/12/2021 Detached
Same street 10 GILDENHOWE, CAMBRIDGE, CAMBRIDGESHIRE, CB3 1AY £872,951 20/12/2021 Terraced
21 FLOREY TERRACE, CAMBRIDGE, CAMBRIDGESHIRE, CB3 1BB £944,950 20/12/2021 Terraced
13 FLOREY TERRACE, CAMBRIDGE, CAMBRIDGESHIRE, CB3 1BB £979,950 17/12/2021 Terraced
11 ASTON TERRACE, CAMBRIDGE, CAMBRIDGESHIRE, CB3 1BA £799,950 15/11/2021 Terraced
1 ASTON TERRACE, CAMBRIDGE, CAMBRIDGESHIRE, CB3 1BA £849,950 05/11/2021 Terraced
17 MILNE AVENUE, CAMBRIDGE, CAMBRIDGESHIRE, CB3 1BD £1,050,000 30/09/2021 Terraced
5 FLOREY TERRACE, CAMBRIDGE, CAMBRIDGESHIRE, CB3 1BB £815,952 29/09/2021 Terraced
24 FLOREY TERRACE, CAMBRIDGE, SOUTH CAMBRIDGESHIRE, CAMBRIDGESHIRE, CB3 1BB £1,090,000 24/09/2021 Terraced
15 MILNE AVENUE, CAMBRIDGE, CAMBRIDGESHIRE, CB3 1BD £1,025,000 24/09/2021 Terraced
5 MILNE AVENUE, CAMBRIDGE, CAMBRIDGESHIRE, CB3 1BD £959,952 21/09/2021 Terraced
19 MILNE AVENUE, CAMBRIDGE, CAMBRIDGESHIRE, CB3 1BD £1,045,000 17/09/2021 Terraced

Street average: £1,183,544 (15 sales)

Area average: £971,986 (20 sales)

Capital growth trend

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

5y growth 7.1%
10y growth 106%

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

1y (index) -0.3%
5y (index) 10.9%
10y (index) 24.3%

Rental Range

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

Low £1,262/mo
Realistic £1,402/mo
Optimistic £1,542/mo

Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → South Cambridgeshire.

LHA (30th percentile) floor for Cambridge: £1,446/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)

Location

Nearby

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

Type Name Distance
Bus stop Milne Avenue 0.1 miles
Shop Girton Service Station 0.2 miles
Shop Haywards of Cambridge, Girton Garage 0.2 miles
University Swirles Court (Girton College) 0.2 miles
University Crop Science Centre 0.4 miles
Hospital Cambridge Lea Hospital (Spire) 1.9 miles
Hospital Urgent Care Cambridge 2.1 miles
Train station Cambridge 2.9 miles
Train station Cambridge North 3.0 miles

Street-level crime

Category Count
Violence and sexual offences 9
Anti-social behaviour 6
Other theft 6
Shoplifting 6
Vehicle crime 6
Drugs 4
Bicycle theft 2
Public order 2
Burglary 1
Criminal damage and arson 1
Possession of weapons 1
Total incidents 44

Within 1 mile during Apr 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
University of Cambridge Primary School Primary 0.5 miles Outstanding — 7 Sep 2018
Mayfield Primary School Primary 0.9 miles Good — 24 May 2017
Girton Glebe Primary School Primary 1.1 miles Good — 20 Oct 2022
St Luke's CofE Primary School Primary 1.1 miles Requires improvement — 17 Jul 2023
St John's College School Other 1.1 miles (No rating)

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
5 Bed Semi-Detached House, Thornton Road, CB3 £3,400/mo 5 0.34 miles OpenRent

Average rent: £3,400/mo (1 listing)

Rent-driven metrics

Based on OpenRent comparables.

Rent ratio 0.24%
Max investor price (0.8%) £425,000
Target investor price (1%) £340,000
Gross yield 2.9%
Cost-to-rent ratio 34.2×
Monthly cashflow £-2,459/mo 75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term
Cash-on-cash ROI -7.3%
  • 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).