# 3 bedroom link detached house for sale (SS16 5SH) ## Property Details | Key | Value | |-----|-------| | Address | 3 GAYNESFORD, BASILDON, ESSEX SS16 5SH | | Price | £500,000 | | Bedrooms | 3 | | Bathrooms | 2 | | Council tax | E | | Last sold | £507,500 Aug 2025 | ## Description GUIDE PRICE £500,000 - £525,000 AVAILABLE WITH NO ONWARD CHAIN! Welcome to this charming and spacious three-bedroom link-detached house located in the sought-after area of Lee Chapel South, Gaynesford, SS16. Perfectly positioned for both convenience and comfort, this property is just a stone’s throw from the outstanding OFSTED-rated primary school, making it an ideal family home. As you enter, you’re greeted by a welcoming porch and entrance hall, leading to a separate hall that connects seamlessly to the garage. The ground floor offers a practical layout with a convenient downstairs W.C. The generous lounge is perfect for relaxation, while the separate dining room offers flexible living space that could easily be transformed into a fourth bedroom, depending on your needs. The kitchen is a great space for culinary creativity, and the entire ground floor flows effortlessly, offering a balance of function and style. Upstairs, you'll find three well-proportioned bedrooms, all with plenty of natural light. The main family bathroom completes the first floor, offering a clean and modern space for all your family’s needs. The property also benefits from a private driveway, offering off-road parking, as well as the added bonus of a garage for extra storage or a workshop space. Ideally located for easy access to Basildon Hospital, Basildon Station, and the vibrant town center, this home is perfectly placed for those needing both convenience and a peaceful retreat. Whether you're commuting for work or enjoying the local amenities, everything you need is within reach. The home additionally boasts an approximately 70 foot rear garden with a further bonus of this being south facing. With its blend of practicality, spacious living areas, and superb location, this home is sure to appeal to a wide range of buyers. Don't miss out – book your viewing today! ## Property Photos - ![Photo](/listings/photos/160279607/1569172) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/160279607/1569173) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/160279607/1569174) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/160279607/1569175) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/160279607/1569176) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/160279607/1569177) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/160279607/1569178) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/160279607/1569179) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/160279607/1569180) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/160279607/1569181) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/160279607/1569182) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/160279607/1569183) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/160279607/1569184) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/160279607/1569185) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/160279607/1569186) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/160279607/1569187) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/160279607/1569188) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/160279607/1569189) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/160279607/1569190) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/160279607/1569191) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/160279607/1569192) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/160279607/1569193) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/160279607/1569194) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/160279607/1569195) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/160279607/1569196) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/160279607/1569197) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/160279607/1569198) ## Floorplans - ![Floorplan 1](/listings/photos/160279607/1569199) - Floorplan 1 ## EPC Graphs - ![EPC 1](/listings/photos/160279607/1569200) - EPC 1 ## FENSA Certificates This property has 1 FENSA certificate(s) on record. ### FENSA Certificate #2898472 - **Address:** 3 Gaynesford, BASILDON, SS16 5SH - **Certificate Issued:** 25/07/2005 - **Work Completed:** 28/06/2005 - **Items:** 1 window(s), 1 door(s) ## Sales History *Recorded sales for this property. Data from Land Registry Price Paid.* | Address | Price | Date | Type | |---------|-------|------|------| | 3 GAYNESFORD, BASILDON, ESSEX, SS16 5SH | £507,500 | 19/08/2025 | 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 | |---------|-------|------|------| | 30 SPORHAMS, BASILDON, ESSEX, SS16 5TT | £740,000 | 10/02/2025 | Detached | | 86 GAYNESFORD, BASILDON, ESSEX, SS16 5SG | £430,000 | 21/01/2025 | Detached | | 13 FLETCHERS, BASILDON, ESSEX, SS16 5TU | £685,000 | 20/12/2022 | Detached | | 145 THE KNARES, BASILDON, ESSEX, SS16 5SJ | £585,000 | 19/12/2022 | Detached | | 5 LEYSINGS, BASILDON, ESSEX, SS16 5SL | £526,000 | 21/11/2022 | Detached | | 1 BOTELERS, BASILDON, ESSEX, SS16 5SE | £605,000 | 29/07/2022 | Detached | | 1 SPORHAMS, BASILDON, ESSEX, SS16 5TS | £660,000 | 05/07/2022 | Detached | | 75 GAYNESFORD, BASILDON, ESSEX, SS16 5SG | £625,000 | 01/07/2022 | Detached | | 6 FLETCHERS, BASILDON, ESSEX, SS16 5TU | £570,000 | 12/05/2022 | Detached | | 22 FLETCHERS, BASILDON, ESSEX, SS16 5TU | £770,000 | 22/10/2021 | Detached | | 14 GAYNESFORD, BASILDON, ESSEX, SS16 5SQ | £575,000 | 25/09/2021 | Detached | **Area average:** £615,545 (11 sales) ## Price vs local average *Outcode + property type (HousePrices, last 2 years).* - **Local average:** £603,868 (32 Detached, SS16, 2024–2026) - **Deviation:** -17.2% ## Rental Range *ONS Price Index of Private Rents (Basildon). Low / Realistic / Optimistic = conservative / average / best case.* - **Low:** £1,274/mo - **Realistic:** £1,416/mo - **Optimistic:** £1,558/mo ## LHA (Local Housing Allowance) *VOA 30th percentile rent floor for South West Essex (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026).* - **LHA floor (this property size):** £1,197/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 Terraced House, Roodegate, SS14 | £1,595/mo | 3 | 0.94 miles | OpenRent | | 3 Bed Terraced House, Roodegate, SS14 | £1,595/mo | 3 | 0.94 miles | OpenRent | **Average rent: £1,595/mo (2 listings)** ## 1% Rule - **Rent ratio:** 0.32% (weak for cashflow) - **Max investor price (0.8%):** £199,375 - **Target investor price (1%):** £159,500 *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 £1,595/mo).* - **Gross yield:** 3.8% - **Cost-to-rent:** 26.1× - **Monthly cashflow:** £-559/mo (75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term) - **Cash-on-cash ROI:** -4.6% *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:** 1.7% - **10y growth:** 39.5% ## House Price Index (HM Land Registry) *Official index for Basildon; Detached series; as of May 2026.* - **1y growth (index):** -2% - **5y growth (index):** 12.9% - **10y growth (index):** 33.2% ## 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)