Sold STC Semi-detached

47 MERTON CLOSE

KIDDERMINSTER, WORCESTERSHIRE DY10 3AF

3 beds 1 baths 958 sq ft Listed 2 Aug 2024 (-676d)

£190,000

Guide Price

Reduced on 5 Sep 2024

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Listing type

Auction

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Property details

Listing category

Auction

Tenure

FREEHOLD

Floor area

89 m²

Council tax band

C

EPC rating

C

Year built

England and Wales: 1967-1975

Last sold

£194,000 Dec 2024

Price per m²

£2,135/m²

Local average

£270,754 (-29.8%)

Deprivation

Decile 9 (27,328 of 33,755)

Street crime

199 incidents within 1 mile (Apr 2026)

Key features

  • Sale by Modern Auction (T&Cs apply)
  • Subject to an undisclosed Reserve Price
  • Buyers fees apply
  • In need of modernisation with plenty of living space
  • Multi-functional room to the front of the property
  • Three good sized bedrooms & modern shower room
  • Off-road parking & enclosed rear garden
  • Double glazing & gas central heating

Additional details

Parking
Yes
Garden
Front garden, Back garden

Description

SUMMARY
Could Merton Close become the home you've dreamed of? In need of modernisation, this property offers the perfect blank canvas to create your ideal family home! Nestled in a quiet cul-de-sac, offering spacious living throughout, off-road parking to the front and low a maintenance garden to the rear!


DESCRIPTION
Spacious three bedroom family home in need of some TLC! Situated in a quiet cul-de-sac, with commuting routes including the A456 and A449 just a stone's throw away, and Kidderminster Train Station just over 1 mile away. Schooling including the well-known Holy Trinity, St Ambrose Primary School and King Charles I School all less than 1 mile away.
On approach, a neatly presented driveway provides off-road parking and access to the rear garden. Stepping inside, you will find an entrance hall branching off to a study/utility room, kitchen, lounge/diner and boot room. The first floor houses three good sized bedrooms and a modern shower room.
Externally, Merton Close benefits from an enclosed and low maintenance rear garden.

Auctioneer's Comments 
This property is offered through Modern Method of Auction. Should you view, offer or bid your data will be shared with the Auctioneer, iamsold Limited. This method requires both parties to complete the transaction within 56 days, allowing buyers to proceed with mortgage finance (subject to lending criteria, affordability and survey).

The buyer is required to sign a reservation agreement and make payment of a non-refundable Reservation Fee of 4.5% of the purchase price including VAT, subject to a minimum of £6600.00 including VAT. This fee is paid in addition to purchase price and will be considered as part of the chargeable consideration for the property in the calculation for stamp duty liability. Buyers will be required to complete an identification process with iamsold and provide proof of how the purchase would be funded.

The property has a Buyer Information Pack containing documents about the property. The documents may not tell you everything you need to know, so you must complete your own due diligence before bidding. A sample of the Reservation Agreement and terms and conditions are contained within this pack. The buyer will also make payment of £300 inc VAT towards the preparation cost of the pack.

The estate agent and auctioneer may recommend the services of other providers to you, in which they will be paid for the referral. These services are optional, and you will be advised of any payment, in writing before any services are accepted. Listing is subject to a start price and undisclosed reserve price that can change.

Front Elevation 
Block paved driveway with a low hedge boundary and gated side access leading to the rear garden.

Entrance Hall 
Door to the side leading into the hallway with hard flooring, ceiling light point, panelled radiator and stairs up to the first floor.

Study / Utility 12' 3" x 8' ( 3.73m x 2.44m )
Multi-functional room to the front of the property housing the boiler, plumbing for a washing machine, storage cupboards and gas metres. Double glazed window, ceiling light point and a panelled radiator.

Kitchen 12' x 6' 7" ( 3.66m x 2.01m )
Offering wall and base units and work surfaces, Space for a freestanding fridge freezer and cooker, inset sink and drainer unit, plumbing and space for a dishwasher, vinyl flooring, partially tiled walls and ceiling light point, Double glazed bay window to the front.

Lounge / Diner 18' 1" max x 17' 1" max ( 5.51m max x 5.21m max )
Spacious living area offering fitted carpet, a feature fireplace with surround, ceiling light point and a panelled radiator. Double glazed bay window to the rear and door into the boot room.

Boot Room 11' 1" x 5' 9" ( 3.38m x 1.75m )
Offering hard flooring, a double glazed window to the rear and door to the side leading out into the garden.

First Floor Landing  
Stairs up from the entrance hall onto the first floor landing with fitted carpet, pendant lighting and a double glazed window to the side. Ceiling loft access with a pull-down ladder.

Bedroom One 13' 8" x 8' 4" ( 4.17m x 2.54m )
Double bedroom offering hard flooring, television aerial point, panelled radiator and a ceiling light point. Double glazed window to the rear.

Bedroom Two 10' 8" x 9' 4" ( 3.25m x 2.84m )
Offering hard flooring,ceiling light point, panelled radiator and a double glazed window to the rear.

Bedroom Three 9' x 8' 6" ( 2.74m x 2.59m )
Offering hard flooring, ceiling light point, panelled radiator and a double glazed window to the front.

Shower Room 
Modern white suite comprising a low flush WC, wash hand basin with storage beneath and a walk-in shower cubicle with a glass door. Vinyl flooring, tiled walls, chrome heated towel rail and additional panelled radiator, ceiling light point and a double glazed frosted window to the front.

Outside  

Rear Garden 
Low maintenance rear garden offering a block paved area, artificial lawn and gravelled area. Gated side access leading out to the front driveway.



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: These particulars do not constitute part or all of an offer or contract.
3: The measurements indicated are supplied for guidance only and as such must be considered incorrect.
4: Potential buyers are advised to recheck the measurements before committing to any expense.
5: Connells has not tested any apparatus, equipment, fixtures, fittings or services and it is the buyers interests to check the working condition of any appliances.
6: Connells has not sought to verify the legal title of the property and the buyers must obtain verification from their solicitor.

Listed by

Kidderminster

Connells

Reference: 150923909

EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost

Current rating: C

Potential rating: B

Inspection date: 17/09/2024

Current heating cost: £969/year

Potential heating cost: £900/year

Est. upgrade cost to C: £14,500

Recommendations

  • Floor insulation (solid floor) (£4,000 - £6,000)
  • Solar water heating (£4,000 - £6,000)
  • Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp (£3,500 - £5,500)

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 06/12/2024 (1 year ago) £194,000

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
7 ROSEMARY ROAD, KIDDERMINSTER, WYRE FOREST, WORCESTERSHIRE, DY10 2SW £262,500 15/12/2025 Semi-detached
69 BIRMINGHAM ROAD, KIDDERMINSTER, WYRE FOREST, WORCESTERSHIRE, DY10 2SS £280,000 12/12/2025 Semi-detached
21 MERTON CLOSE, KIDDERMINSTER, WYRE FOREST, WORCESTERSHIRE, DY10 3AE £220,000 11/12/2025 Semi-detached
43 SHAKESPEARE DRIVE, KIDDERMINSTER, WYRE FOREST, WORCESTERSHIRE, DY10 3QY £205,000 08/12/2023 Semi-detached
142 SHAKESPEARE DRIVE, KIDDERMINSTER, WYRE FOREST, WORCESTERSHIRE, DY10 3QX £275,000 20/10/2023 Semi-detached
34 CAVENDISH DRIVE, KIDDERMINSTER, WYRE FOREST, WORCESTERSHIRE, DY10 2SX £264,000 06/10/2023 Semi-detached
Same street 66 MERTON CLOSE, KIDDERMINSTER, WYRE FOREST, WORCESTERSHIRE, DY10 3AF £305,000 15/09/2023 Terraced
4 BALDWIN ROAD, KIDDERMINSTER, WYRE FOREST, WORCESTERSHIRE, DY10 2UD £293,450 04/08/2023 Semi-detached
Same street 62 MERTON CLOSE, KIDDERMINSTER, WYRE FOREST, WORCESTERSHIRE, DY10 3AF £208,000 23/06/2023 Semi-detached
44 LINDEN AVENUE, KIDDERMINSTER, WYRE FOREST, WORCESTERSHIRE, DY10 3AA £470,000 12/05/2023 Semi-detached
10 PEAR TREE CLOSE, KIDDERMINSTER, WYRE FOREST, WORCESTERSHIRE, DY10 2SU £275,000 06/04/2023 Semi-detached
14 CAIRNDHU DRIVE, KIDDERMINSTER, WYRE FOREST, WORCESTERSHIRE, DY10 2TA £218,000 20/02/2023 Semi-detached
39 ROSEMARY ROAD, KIDDERMINSTER, WYRE FOREST, WORCESTERSHIRE, DY10 2SW £250,000 27/01/2023 Semi-detached
30 CAVENDISH DRIVE, KIDDERMINSTER, WYRE FOREST, WORCESTERSHIRE, DY10 2SX £230,000 05/12/2022 Semi-detached
21 ROSEMARY ROAD, KIDDERMINSTER, WYRE FOREST, WORCESTERSHIRE, DY10 2SW £166,000 17/11/2022 Semi-detached
21 ROSEMARY ROAD, KIDDERMINSTER, WYRE FOREST, WORCESTERSHIRE, DY10 2SW £100,000 25/08/2022 Semi-detached
89 BIRMINGHAM ROAD, KIDDERMINSTER, WYRE FOREST, WORCESTERSHIRE, DY10 2SR £400,000 04/08/2022 Semi-detached
14 BRUCE ROAD, KIDDERMINSTER, WYRE FOREST, WORCESTERSHIRE, DY10 2TY £250,000 01/06/2022 Semi-detached
48 WORDSWORTH CRESCENT, KIDDERMINSTER, WYRE FOREST, WORCESTERSHIRE, DY10 3HA £242,000 27/05/2022 Semi-detached
Same street 55 MERTON CLOSE, KIDDERMINSTER, WYRE FOREST, WORCESTERSHIRE, DY10 3AF £260,000 20/05/2022 Semi-detached
24 CAIRNDHU DRIVE, KIDDERMINSTER, WYRE FOREST, WORCESTERSHIRE, DY10 2TA £260,000 20/05/2022 Semi-detached
97 BALDWIN ROAD, KIDDERMINSTER, WYRE FOREST, WORCESTERSHIRE, DY10 2UD £350,000 03/05/2022 Semi-detached
179 BIRMINGHAM ROAD, KIDDERMINSTER, WYRE FOREST, WORCESTERSHIRE, DY10 2SJ £248,000 29/03/2022 Semi-detached
Same street 50 MERTON CLOSE, KIDDERMINSTER, WYRE FOREST, WORCESTERSHIRE, DY10 3AF £212,000 07/07/2021 Semi-detached

Street average: £246,250 (4 sales)

Area average: £262,948 (20 sales)

Capital growth trend

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

5y growth 17.7%
10y growth 54.5%

House Price Index (HM Land Registry — official index, not sold-price averages): Wyre Forest. Series: Semi-detached. As of March 2026.

1y (index) 0.4%
5y (index) 17.7%
10y (index) 50.8%

Rental Range

Estimated market rent for Wyre Forest. Low = conservative, Realistic = average, Optimistic = best case.

Low £752/mo
Realistic £835/mo
Optimistic £919/mo

Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → Wyre Forest.

Location

Nearby

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

Type Name Distance
Bus stop Bruce Road 0.1 miles
Shop Unknown 0.1 miles
Shop Simon Worthington 0.3 miles
Train station Kidderminster 0.7 miles
Train station Coalyard Miniature Railway 0.7 miles
Hospital First Aid Hut 2.9 miles
University University of Worcester Lakeside Campus 9.5 miles
Hospital Bromsgove Private Hospital 10.2 miles

Street-level crime

Category Count
Violence and sexual offences 77
Vehicle crime 30
Criminal damage and arson 20
Shoplifting 16
Public order 14
Other theft 13
Burglary 10
Drugs 6
Possession of weapons 4
Robbery 4
Other crime 3
Bicycle theft 1
Theft from the person 1
Total incidents 199

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
Offmore Primary School Primary 0.2 miles Good — 21 Sep 2022
Holy Trinity School Other 0.5 miles Good — 15 Nov 2022
St Ambrose Catholic Primary Primary 0.5 miles Good — 15 Jan 2023
St George's CofE School Primary 0.6 miles Good — 11 Mar 2024
King Charles I School Secondary 0.6 miles Good — 18 May 2023

Rental Comparables

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Rent-driven metrics

Based on Area rent estimate.

Rent ratio 0.44%
Max investor price (0.8%) £104,375
Target investor price (1%) £83,500
  • 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).