# 3 bedroom end of terrace house for sale (NN8 4TN)

## Property Details

| Key | Value |
|-----|-------|
| Address | 23 OSPREY LANE, WELLINGBOROUGH, NORTH NORTHAMPTONSHIRE NN8 4TN |
| Price | £189,995 |
| Bedrooms | 3 |
| Bathrooms | 2 |
| Council tax | A |
| Last sold | £187,000 Apr 2026 |

## EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost

- **Current rating:** C
- **Potential rating:** B
- **Expiry date:** 13/04/2033
- **Current heating cost:** £1,303/year
- **Est. upgrade cost to C:** £14,725

### Recommendations
- A (£100 - £350)
- W2 (£4,000 - £6,000)
- 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/0380-2234-2240-2997-0565)

## Description

Situated in the small cul-de-sac of Osprey Lane, Wellingborough, this impressive end terrace house presents a unique opportunity for both families and investors alike. With the option of four spacious bedrooms and a well-appointed bathroom, this property is designed to accommodate a variety of living arrangements.

One of the standout features of this home is its versatility. It can be enjoyed as a comfortable family residence or transformed into two separate flats, offering the potential for rental income. There is currently 2 kitchens in place, ready for conversion.

The generous layout provides ample space for relaxation and entertaining, while the end terrace position ensures added privacy and a sense of community. The absence of a chain means that you can move in without delay, allowing you to settle into your new home or investment with ease.

Osprey Lane is conveniently located, providing easy access to local amenities, schools, and transport links, making it an ideal choice for families and professionals alike. This property is not just a house; it is a canvas for your future, whether you envision a vibrant family life or a savvy investment opportunity. Do not miss the chance to make this remarkable property your own.

Council Tax Band: A

EPC Rating: 69C

**Lounge** - 6.60m x 3.18m (21'8" x 10'5") - 

**Kitchen** - 3.43m x 2.84m (11'3" x 9'4") - 

**Shower Room** - 

**Cloakroom** - 1.63m x 0.71m (5'4" x 2'4") - 

**Hallway** - 

**Conservatory** - 

**Bedroom One** - 4.04m x 2.90m (13'3" x 9'6") - 

**Bedroom Two** - 3.38m x 3.38m (11'1" x 11'1") - 

**Bedroom Three** - 3.25m x 2.06m (10'8" x 6'9") - 

**Bedroom Four** - 2.67m x 2.41m (8'9" x 7'11") - 

**Bathroom** - 1.85m x 1.40m (6'1" x 4'7") -

## Property Photos

- ![front.JPG](/listings/photos/168450125/1443337) - front.JPG
- ![conservatory.JPG](/listings/photos/168450125/1443338) - conservatory.JPG
- ![Kitchen.jpg](/listings/photos/168450125/1443339) - Kitchen.jpg
- ![Lounge..jpg](/listings/photos/168450125/1443340) - Lounge..jpg
- ![Bedroom 1.jpg](/listings/photos/168450125/1443341) - Bedroom 1.jpg
- ![Bedroom 2.jpg](/listings/photos/168450125/1443342) - Bedroom 2.jpg
- ![rear.JPG](/listings/photos/168450125/1443343) - rear.JPG
- ![cloakroom.jpg](/listings/photos/168450125/1443344) - cloakroom.jpg
- ![Shower.jpg](/listings/photos/168450125/1443345) - Shower.jpg
- ![bedroom 3.jpg](/listings/photos/168450125/1443346) - bedroom 3.jpg
- ![first floor bathroom_edited.jpg](/listings/photos/168450125/1443347) - first floor bathroom_edited.jpg

## Floorplans

- ![OspreyLane.jpg](/listings/photos/168450125/1443348) - OspreyLane.jpg

## EPC Graphs

- ![EE Rating](/listings/photos/168450125/1443349) - EE Rating

## FENSA Certificates

This property has 1 FENSA certificate(s) on record.

### FENSA Certificate #4725286
- **Address:** 23 Osprey Lane, WELLINGBOROUGH, NN8 4TN
- **Certificate Issued:** 22/05/2007
- **Work Completed:** 02/05/2007
- **Items:** 1 door(s)

## Sales History

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

| Address | Price | Date | Type |
|---------|-------|------|------|
| 23 OSPREY LANE, WELLINGBOROUGH, NORTH NORTHAMPTONSHIRE, NN8 4TN | £187,000 | 10/04/2026 | Terraced |
| 23 OSPREY LANE, WELLINGBOROUGH, NORTH NORTHAMPTONSHIRE, NN8 4TN | £172,500 | 07/12/2023 | 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 |
|---------|-------|------|------|
| 2 TEAL LANE, WELLINGBOROUGH, NORTH NORTHAMPTONSHIRE, NN8 4TT | £204,995 | 06/06/2025 | Terraced |
| 41 NIGHTINGALE LANE, WELLINGBOROUGH, NORTH NORTHAMPTONSHIRE, NN8 4TP | £170,000 | 13/12/2024 | Terraced |
| 12 NIGHTINGALE LANE, WELLINGBOROUGH, NORTH NORTHAMPTONSHIRE, NN8 4TP | £170,000 | 06/08/2024 | Terraced |
| 29 TEAL LANE, WELLINGBOROUGH, NORTH NORTHAMPTONSHIRE, NN8 4TT | £158,000 | 15/09/2023 | Terraced |
| 18 FLOWERHILL DRIVE, WELLINGBOROUGH, NORTH NORTHAMPTONSHIRE, NN8 4GF | £316,000 | 03/07/2023 | Terraced |
| 52 THRUSH LANE, WELLINGBOROUGH, NORTH NORTHAMPTONSHIRE, NN8 4TF | £185,000 | 28/06/2023 | Terraced |
| 19 SWALLOW CLOSE, WELLINGBOROUGH, NORTH NORTHAMPTONSHIRE, NN8 4BY | £220,000 | 21/04/2023 | Terraced |
| 82 ROBIN LANE, WELLINGBOROUGH, NORTH NORTHAMPTONSHIRE, NN8 4TJ | £190,000 | 19/10/2022 | Terraced |
| 3 SWALLOW CLOSE, WELLINGBOROUGH, NORTH NORTHAMPTONSHIRE, NN8 4BY | £184,995 | 30/09/2022 | Terraced |
| 28 THRUSH LANE, WELLINGBOROUGH, NORTH NORTHAMPTONSHIRE, NN8 4TE | £190,000 | 22/07/2022 | Terraced |
| 89 THRUSH LANE, WELLINGBOROUGH, NORTH NORTHAMPTONSHIRE, NN8 4TF | £138,000 | 18/07/2022 | Terraced |
| 72 THRUSH LANE, WELLINGBOROUGH, NORTH NORTHAMPTONSHIRE, NN8 4TF | £177,000 | 14/07/2022 | Terraced |
| 17 GANNET LANE, WELLINGBOROUGH, NORTH NORTHAMPTONSHIRE, NN8 4NN | £142,000 | 29/04/2022 | Terraced |
| 45 NIGHTINGALE LANE, WELLINGBOROUGH, NORTH NORTHAMPTONSHIRE, NN8 4TP | £143,500 | 18/03/2022 | Terraced |
| 51 GANNET LANE, WELLINGBOROUGH, NORTH NORTHAMPTONSHIRE, NN8 4NW | £140,000 | 14/03/2022 | Terraced |
| 52 SHEARWATER LANE, WELLINGBOROUGH, NORTH NORTHAMPTONSHIRE, NN8 4TS | £145,000 | 07/02/2022 | Terraced |
| 7 SANDPIPER LANE, WELLINGBOROUGH, NORTH NORTHAMPTONSHIRE, NN8 4TW | £141,000 | 18/01/2022 | Terraced |
| 22 THRUSH LANE, WELLINGBOROUGH, NORTH NORTHAMPTONSHIRE, NN8 4TE | £148,000 | 03/11/2021 | Terraced |
| 49 SANDPIPER LANE, WELLINGBOROUGH, NORTH NORTHAMPTONSHIRE, NN8 4TW | £140,000 | 22/10/2021 | Terraced |
| 27 FLOWERHILL DRIVE, WELLINGBOROUGH, NORTH NORTHAMPTONSHIRE, NN8 4GF | £270,000 | 20/09/2021 | Terraced |

**Area average:** £178,675 (20 sales)

## Price vs local average

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

- **Local average:** £213,377 (63 Terraced, NN8, 2024–2026)
- **Deviation:** -11%

## Rental Range

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

- **Low:** £887/mo
- **Realistic:** £985/mo
- **Optimistic:** £1,084/mo

## LHA (Local Housing Allowance)

*VOA 30th percentile rent floor for Northants Central (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 |
|------|------|------|------|------|
| 3 Bed End Terrace, Nightingale Lane, NN8 | £1,300/mo | 3 | 0.08 miles | OpenRent |
| 3 Bed Semi-Detached House, Robin Lane, NN8 | £1,100/mo | 3 | 0.09 miles | OpenRent |

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

## 1% Rule

- **Rent ratio:** 0.63% (weak for cashflow)
- **Max investor price (0.8%):** £150,000
- **Target investor price (1%):** £120,000

*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 £1,200/mo).*

- **Gross yield:** 7.6%
- **Cost-to-rent:** 13.2×
- **Monthly cashflow:** £307/mo (75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term)
- **Cash-on-cash ROI:** 6.7%

*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:** £2,021/m²

## Capital growth trend

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

- **5y growth:** 9.6%
- **10y growth:** 34.4%

## House Price Index (HM Land Registry)

*Official index for North Northamptonshire; Terraced series; as of May 2026.*

- **1y growth (index):** 3.6%
- **5y growth (index):** 18.3%
- **10y growth (index):** 51.7%

## Flood risk

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

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