# 1 bedroom flat for sale (CB3 1AY) ## Property Details | Key | Value | |-----|-------| | Address | 35 GILDENHOWE, CAMBRIDGE, CAMBRIDGESHIRE CB3 1AY | | Price | £450,000 | | Bedrooms | 1 | | Bathrooms | 1 | | Floor area | 68 m² | | Last sold | £403,152 Oct 2023 | ## EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost - **Current rating:** B - **Potential rating:** B - **Current heating cost:** £187/year [View full EPC on gov.uk](https://find-energy-certificate.service.gov.uk/energy-certificate/2126-3029-7308-6687-5200) ## Description Nestled in the heart of the bustling city centre, this modern one-bedroom flat presents a unique opportunity for urban living at its finest. With no onward chain, this property boasts a sleek modern interior, and is awarded an EPC rating of B. The property is sold as seen with all furnishings. Internally, accommodation comprises a spacious lounge/diner with balcony, with underfloor heating throughout. The kitchen is equipped with appliances, an induction hob and ample storage space. The bedroom provides integrated wardrobe space and there are two further storage cupboards in the hallway. The bathroom is high-spec, with WC, basin, bath with shower and mirrored storage cabinets. Externally, a communal garden is provided along with residents’ only parking. The property is located in a vibrant neighbourhood within close proximity to shops and schools, with easy access to excellent transport links. Cambridge is a stunning and world-renowned university city and is located just 50 miles north of London. With excellent rail and road links, including the M11, A14, and A1, accessibility is at its peak. Find everything you need within a stone's throw, from diverse restaurants and shops, to a range of businesses and services. Explore everything from the charming local companies on Mill Road to the renowned global brands in the Grand Arcade. Nearby landmarks such as the Kettle Yard and Fitzwilliam Museums, Kings College Chapel, and the picturesque Botanical Gardens offer cultural experiences. Plus, some of the country's top-rated schools and sixth-form colleges are right at your doorstep. 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Data from Land Registry Price Paid.* | Address | Price | Date | Type | |---------|-------|------|------| | 35 GILDENHOWE, CAMBRIDGE, FENLAND, CAMBRIDGESHIRE, CB3 1AY | £403,152 | 25/10/2023 | Flat | ## 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] 1 GILDENHOWE, CAMBRIDGE, CAMBRIDGESHIRE, CB3 1AY | £1,374,950 | 30/04/2024 | 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] 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] 29 GILDENHOWE, CAMBRIDGE, CAMBRIDGESHIRE, CB3 1AY | £563,000 | 25/10/2023 | Flat | | [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] 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 | | 67 EDDINGTON AVENUE, CAMBRIDGE, CAMBRIDGESHIRE, CB3 1SE | £535,000 | 21/09/2022 | Flat | | [Same street] 53 GILDENHOWE, CAMBRIDGE, CAMBRIDGESHIRE, CB3 1AY | £1,799,950 | 25/08/2022 | Detached | | THE ASH BUILDING 109 RUDDUCK WAY, CAMBRIDGE, CAMBRIDGESHIRE, CB3 1BG | £667,500 | 28/03/2022 | Flat | | THE ASH BUILDING 111 RUDDUCK WAY, CAMBRIDGE, CAMBRIDGESHIRE, CB3 1BG | £665,000 | 08/03/2022 | Flat | | [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 | | [Same street] 57 GILDENHOWE, CAMBRIDGE, CAMBRIDGESHIRE, CB3 1AY | £1,799,950 | 20/12/2021 | Detached | | THE BEECH BUILDING 49 RUDDUCK WAY, CAMBRIDGE, CAMBRIDGESHIRE, CB3 1BF | £875,000 | 26/11/2021 | Flat | | 59 EDDINGTON AVENUE, CAMBRIDGE, CAMBRIDGESHIRE, CB3 1SE | £326,352 | 26/05/2021 | Flat | **Street average:** £1,248,330 (15 sales) **Area average:** £613,770 (5 sales) ## Price vs local average *Outcode + property type (HousePrices, last 2 years).* - **Local average:** £437,857 (7 Flat, CB3, 2024–2026) - **Deviation:** +2.8% ## Rental Range *ONS Price Index of Private Rents (South Cambridgeshire). Low / Realistic / Optimistic = conservative / average / best case.* - **Low:** £1,262/mo - **Realistic:** £1,402/mo - **Optimistic:** £1,542/mo ## LHA (Local Housing Allowance) *VOA 30th percentile rent floor for Cambridge (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026).* - **LHA floor (this property size):** £898/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 | |------|------|------|------|------| | 1 Bed Flat, Turing Way, CB3 | £2,000/mo | 1 | 0.33 miles | OpenRent | | 1 Bed Flat, Turing Way, CB3 | £1,850/mo | 1 | 0.4 miles | OpenRent | | 1 Bed Flat, Chamberlin Court, CB4 | £1,300/mo | 1 | 0.98 miles | OpenRent | | 1 Bed Flat, Histon Road, CB4 | £2,250/mo | 1 | 1.01 miles | OpenRent | | Studio Flat, Pelham Court, CB4 | £1,200/mo | 1 | 1.01 miles | OpenRent | | Studio Flat, Gunning Way, CB4 | £1,200/mo | 1 | 1.17 miles | OpenRent | **Average rent: £1,633/mo (6 listings)** ## 1% Rule - **Rent ratio:** 0.35% (weak for cashflow) - **Max investor price (0.8%):** £196,875 - **Target investor price (1%):** £157,500 *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 £1,575/mo).* - **Gross yield:** 4.2% - **Cost-to-rent:** 23.8× - **Monthly cashflow:** £-380/mo (75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term) - **Cash-on-cash ROI:** -3.5% *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:** £6,618/m² ## Capital growth trend *Land Registry outcode average from sold prices: last 12 months vs 5y and 10y ago.* - **5y growth:** 9.2% - **10y growth:** 60.6% ## House Price Index (HM Land Registry) *Official index for South Cambridgeshire; Flats and maisonettes series; as of February 2026.* - **1y growth (index):** -3% - **5y growth (index):** 0.6% - **10y growth (index):** 8.6% ## 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)