Sold STC Terraced

98 LIVINGSTONE STREET

LEICESTER, LEICESTER LE3 0QY

2 beds 1 baths 797 sq ft Listed 24 Sep 2024 (-627d)

£190,000

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## Property Details

| Key | Value |
|-----|-------|
| Address | 98 LIVINGSTONE STREET, LEICESTER, LEICESTER LE3 0QY |
| Price | £190,000 |
| Bedrooms | 2 |
| Bathrooms | 1 |
| Council tax | A |
| Construction age | England and Wales: before 1900 |
| Floor area | 74 m² |
| Last sold | £197,000 Jan 2025 |

## EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost

- **Current rating:** D
- **Potential rating:** B
- **Expiry date:** 22/08/2034
- **Current heating cost:** £1,426/year
- **Est. upgrade cost to C:** £22,100

### Recommendations
- Q (£4,000 - £14,000)
- W1 (£800 - £1,200)
- I (£2,200 - £3,000)
- 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/2112-8751-7111-1119-4211)

## Description

Upon entering, you’re greeted by an inviting entrance hall that leads to a bright and spacious open-plan living and dining room, benefiting from dual aspect windows that flood the space with natural light. The living area showcases a gorgeous open feature fireplace. The stylish, modern fitted kitchen is located at the rear of the property, with direct access to a beautifully kept low maintenance rear garden, perfect for outdoor relaxation or entertaining. An additional benefit of outhouses providing ample storage space.

Upstairs, the first-floor landing leads to a spacious master bedroom at the front of the property, offering plenty of room for storage and relaxation. A well-proportioned second bedroom and a contemporary bathroom suite complete the layout, both designed with modern aesthetics and functionality in mind. The landing itself gives access to the insulated and partially boarded loft space.

This property is an ideal choice for first-time buyers and is located within walking distance of Leicester City Centre, offering easy access to local amenities, shopping, dining, and transport links.

EPC Rating: D

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## Floorplans

- ![Floorplan 1](/listings/photos/152851019/227878) - Floorplan 1

## EPC Graphs

- ![EPC 1](/listings/photos/152851019/227880) - EPC 1

## Sales History

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

| Address | Price | Date | Type |
|---------|-------|------|------|
| 98 LIVINGSTONE STREET, LEICESTER, LE3 0QY | £197,000 | 10/01/2025 | Terraced |
| 98 LIVINGSTONE STREET, LEICESTER, LE3 0QY | £132,000 | 18/08/2017 | Terraced |
| 98 LIVINGSTONE STREET, LEICESTER, LE3 0QY | £118,000 | 22/11/2013 | 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 |
|---------|-------|------|------|
| 105 HARROW ROAD, LEICESTER, LE3 0JY | £173,000 | 13/01/2026 | Terraced |
| 165 HARROW ROAD, LEICESTER, LE3 0JZ | £215,000 | 12/12/2025 | Terraced |
| 130 WESTCOTES DRIVE, LEICESTER, LE3 0QS | £330,000 | 03/12/2025 | Terraced |
| [Same street] 22 LIVINGSTONE STREET, LEICESTER, LE3 0QY | £125,000 | 28/11/2025 | Terraced |
| 101 LUTHER STREET, LEICESTER, LE3 0QH | £157,000 | 21/11/2025 | Terraced |
| 69 TYNDALE STREET, LEICESTER, LE3 0QQ | £157,000 | 21/11/2025 | Terraced |
| 58 RIDLEY STREET, LEICESTER, LE3 0QJ | £134,000 | 13/11/2025 | Terraced |
| 56 RIDLEY STREET, LEICESTER, LE3 0QJ | £120,500 | 13/11/2025 | Terraced |
| 26 LUTHER STREET, LEICESTER, LE3 0QG | £168,000 | 10/11/2025 | Terraced |
| 66 LUTHER STREET, LEICESTER, LE3 0QG | £147,000 | 07/11/2025 | Terraced |
| 9 BROWNING STREET, LEICESTER, LE3 0JJ | £137,500 | 15/08/2025 | Terraced |
| 15 BARCLAY STREET, LEICESTER, LE3 0JD | £174,000 | 01/08/2025 | Terraced |
| [Same street] 20 LIVINGSTONE STREET, LEICESTER, LE3 0QY | £151,000 | 21/02/2025 | Terraced |
| [Same street] 38 LIVINGSTONE STREET, LEICESTER, LE3 0QY | £145,000 | 03/02/2025 | Terraced |
| [Same street] 36 LIVINGSTONE STREET, LEICESTER, LE3 0QY | £139,000 | 04/10/2024 | Terraced |
| [Same street] 104 LIVINGSTONE STREET, LEICESTER, LE3 0QY | £137,000 | 24/05/2024 | Terraced |
| [Same street] 4 LIVINGSTONE STREET, LEICESTER, LE3 0QY | £163,000 | 07/12/2023 | Terraced |
| 34 LATIMER STREET, LEICESTER, LE3 0QE | £132,500 | 20/11/2023 | Terraced |
| 100 RIDLEY STREET, LEICESTER, LE3 0QJ | £170,000 | 17/11/2023 | Terraced |
| 30 LUTHER STREET, LEICESTER, LE3 0QG | £161,250 | 01/11/2023 | Terraced |
| 7 BROWNING STREET, LEICESTER, LE3 0JJ | £147,000 | 17/10/2023 | Terraced |
| 69 LATIMER STREET, LEICESTER, LE3 0QF | £180,000 | 04/09/2023 | Terraced |
| 3 CRANMER STREET, LEICESTER, LE3 0QB | £185,000 | 02/08/2023 | Terraced |
| [Same street] 80 LIVINGSTONE STREET, LEICESTER, LE3 0QY | £140,000 | 23/06/2023 | Terraced |
| 76 HARROW ROAD, LEICESTER, LE3 0JW | £206,000 | 19/05/2023 | Terraced |
| 104 RIDLEY STREET, LEICESTER, LE3 0QJ | £160,000 | 24/03/2023 | Terraced |
| [Same street] 72 LIVINGSTONE STREET, LEICESTER, LE3 0QY | £183,000 | 16/03/2023 | Terraced |
| 78 LINKWAY GARDENS, LEICESTER, LE3 0LU | £148,000 | 13/03/2023 | Terraced |
| [Same street] 90 LIVINGSTONE STREET, LEICESTER, LE3 0QY | £190,000 | 29/11/2022 | Terraced |
| [Same street] 102 LIVINGSTONE STREET, LEICESTER, LE3 0QY | £165,000 | 01/07/2022 | Terraced |
| [Same street] 94 LIVINGSTONE STREET, LEICESTER, LE3 0QY | £159,950 | 22/06/2022 | Terraced |
| [Same street] 46 LIVINGSTONE STREET, LEICESTER, LE3 0QY | £172,500 | 29/10/2021 | Terraced |
| [Same street] 48 LIVINGSTONE STREET, LEICESTER, LE3 0QY | £145,000 | 17/09/2021 | Terraced |

**Street average:** £155,035 (13 sales)
**Area average:** £170,138 (20 sales)

## Price vs local average

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

- **Local average:** £189,233 (103 Terraced, LE3, 2024–2026)
- **Deviation:** +0.4%

## Rental Range

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

- **Low:** £923/mo
- **Realistic:** £1,025/mo
- **Optimistic:** £1,128/mo

## LHA (Local Housing Allowance)

*VOA 30th percentile rent floor for Leicester (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026).*

- **LHA floor (this property size):** £648/mo

## 1% Rule

- **Rent ratio:** 0.54% (weak for cashflow)
- **Max investor price (0.8%):** £128,125
- **Target investor price (1%):** £102,500

*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 Area rent estimate.*

## Price per Square Metre

- **£/m²:** £2,568/m²

## Capital growth trend

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

- **5y growth:** -1.1%
- **10y growth:** 41.4%

## House Price Index (HM Land Registry)

*Official index for Leicester; Terraced series; as of March 2026.*

- **1y growth (index):** 2.3%
- **5y growth (index):** 18.8%
- **10y growth (index):** 67.7%

## Flood risk

- **Zone:** 2
- **Risk:** In flood risk area
- **Source:** Environment Agency Flood Risk Areas (APSFR)

[Check long-term flood risk (GOV.UK)](https://check-long-term-flood-risk.service.gov.uk/postcode)

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Property details

Tenure

FREEHOLD

Floor area

74 m²

Council tax band

EPC rating

Year built

England and Wales: before 1900

Last sold

£197,000 Jan 2025

Price per m²

£2,568/m²

Local average

£189,233 (+0.4%)

Deprivation

Decile 2 (5,611 of 33,755)

Street crime

1139 incidents within 1 mile (Apr 2026)

Key features

Modern Home
Ideal First Time Buy
Two Large Bedrooms
Modern Fitted Kitchen
Rear Garden
Modern Bathroom
Entrance Hall
City Centre Location

Additional details

Electricity: Mains supply
Broadband: ADSL copper wire
Water: Mains supply
Sewerage: Mains supply
Heating: Gas central
Garden: Private garden
Listed property: No
Restrictions: No
Required access: No
Rights of way: No
Flooded in last 5 years: No
Flood defences: No

Description

This stunning modern two-bedroom terraced property offers a perfect blend of style, comfort, and convenience, all while being meticulously maintained to the highest standard. With its sleek, minimalistic design, no work is required—this home is ready for you to move in and enjoy. Properties of this calibre at such a competitive price point are rare, making this a truly unique opportunity.
Upon entering, you’re greeted by an inviting entrance hall that leads to a bright and spacious open-plan living and dining room, benefiting from dual aspect windows that flood the space with natural light. The living area showcases a gorgeous open feature fireplace. The stylish, modern fitted kitchen is located at the rear of the property, with direct access to a beautifully kept low maintenance rear garden, perfect for outdoor relaxation or entertaining. An additional benefit of outhouses providing ample storage space.
Upstairs, the first-floor landing leads to a spacious master bedroom at the front of the property, offering plenty of room for storage and relaxation. A well-proportioned second bedroom and a contemporary bathroom suite complete the layout, both designed with modern aesthetics and functionality in mind. The landing itself gives access to the insulated and partially boarded loft space.
This property is an ideal choice for first-time buyers and is located within walking distance of Leicester City Centre, offering easy access to local amenities, shopping, dining, and transport links.
EPC Rating: D

Listed by

National

Horton Estate Agents Ltd

Reference: 152851019

EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost

Current rating: D

Potential rating: B

Inspection date: 23/08/2024

Expiry date: 22/08/2034

Current heating cost: £1,426/year

Potential heating cost: £921/year

Est. upgrade cost to C: £22,100

EPC D or below may face future regulation risk. Upgrading to C could improve long-term ROI.

Recommendations

50 mm internal or external wall insulation (£4,000 - £14,000)
Floor insulation (suspended floor) (£800 - £1,200)
Replace boiler with new condensing boiler (£2,200 - £3,000)
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: 2

Risk: In flood risk area

Environment Agency Flood Risk Areas (APSFR)

Floorplans

Floorplan 1

EPC Graphs

EPC 1

Price history

67% since 2013

Event	Date	Price	% change
Sold	10/01/2025 (1 year ago)	£197,000	+49.2%
Sold	18/08/2017 (8 years ago)	£132,000	+11.9%
Sold	22/11/2013 (12 years ago)	£118,000	—

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
105 HARROW ROAD, LEICESTER, LE3 0JY	£173,000	13/01/2026	Terraced
165 HARROW ROAD, LEICESTER, LE3 0JZ	£215,000	12/12/2025	Terraced
130 WESTCOTES DRIVE, LEICESTER, LE3 0QS	£330,000	03/12/2025	Terraced
Same street 22 LIVINGSTONE STREET, LEICESTER, LE3 0QY	£125,000	28/11/2025	Terraced
101 LUTHER STREET, LEICESTER, LE3 0QH	£157,000	21/11/2025	Terraced
69 TYNDALE STREET, LEICESTER, LE3 0QQ	£157,000	21/11/2025	Terraced
58 RIDLEY STREET, LEICESTER, LE3 0QJ	£134,000	13/11/2025	Terraced
56 RIDLEY STREET, LEICESTER, LE3 0QJ	£120,500	13/11/2025	Terraced
26 LUTHER STREET, LEICESTER, LE3 0QG	£168,000	10/11/2025	Terraced
66 LUTHER STREET, LEICESTER, LE3 0QG	£147,000	07/11/2025	Terraced
9 BROWNING STREET, LEICESTER, LE3 0JJ	£137,500	15/08/2025	Terraced
15 BARCLAY STREET, LEICESTER, LE3 0JD	£174,000	01/08/2025	Terraced
Same street 20 LIVINGSTONE STREET, LEICESTER, LE3 0QY	£151,000	21/02/2025	Terraced
Same street 38 LIVINGSTONE STREET, LEICESTER, LE3 0QY	£145,000	03/02/2025	Terraced
Same street 36 LIVINGSTONE STREET, LEICESTER, LE3 0QY	£139,000	04/10/2024	Terraced
Same street 104 LIVINGSTONE STREET, LEICESTER, LE3 0QY	£137,000	24/05/2024	Terraced
Same street 4 LIVINGSTONE STREET, LEICESTER, LE3 0QY	£163,000	07/12/2023	Terraced
34 LATIMER STREET, LEICESTER, LE3 0QE	£132,500	20/11/2023	Terraced
100 RIDLEY STREET, LEICESTER, LE3 0QJ	£170,000	17/11/2023	Terraced
30 LUTHER STREET, LEICESTER, LE3 0QG	£161,250	01/11/2023	Terraced
7 BROWNING STREET, LEICESTER, LE3 0JJ	£147,000	17/10/2023	Terraced
69 LATIMER STREET, LEICESTER, LE3 0QF	£180,000	04/09/2023	Terraced
3 CRANMER STREET, LEICESTER, LE3 0QB	£185,000	02/08/2023	Terraced
Same street 80 LIVINGSTONE STREET, LEICESTER, LE3 0QY	£140,000	23/06/2023	Terraced
76 HARROW ROAD, LEICESTER, LE3 0JW	£206,000	19/05/2023	Terraced
104 RIDLEY STREET, LEICESTER, LE3 0QJ	£160,000	24/03/2023	Terraced
Same street 72 LIVINGSTONE STREET, LEICESTER, LE3 0QY	£183,000	16/03/2023	Terraced
78 LINKWAY GARDENS, LEICESTER, LE3 0LU	£148,000	13/03/2023	Terraced
Same street 90 LIVINGSTONE STREET, LEICESTER, LE3 0QY	£190,000	29/11/2022	Terraced
Same street 102 LIVINGSTONE STREET, LEICESTER, LE3 0QY	£165,000	01/07/2022	Terraced
Same street 94 LIVINGSTONE STREET, LEICESTER, LE3 0QY	£159,950	22/06/2022	Terraced
Same street 46 LIVINGSTONE STREET, LEICESTER, LE3 0QY	£172,500	29/10/2021	Terraced
Same street 48 LIVINGSTONE STREET, LEICESTER, LE3 0QY	£145,000	17/09/2021	Terraced

Street average: £155,035 (13 sales)

Area average: £170,138 (20 sales)

Capital growth trend

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

5y growth -1.1%

10y growth 41.4%

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

1y (index) 2.3%

5y (index) 18.8%

10y (index) 67.7%

Rental Range

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

Low £923/mo

Realistic £1,025/mo

Optimistic £1,128/mo

Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → Leicester.

LHA (30th percentile) floor for Leicester: £648/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)

Location

Map view View on Google Maps View on OpenStreetMap Street View LE3 0QY

Nearby

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

Type	Name	Distance
University	University of Leicester	0.1 miles
Shop	West-End Laundrette	0.1 miles
Shop	Freedom Mobility	0.1 miles
Bus stop	Unknown	0.3 miles
Bus stop	Kate Street	0.3 miles
University	Unknown	0.5 miles
Hospital	Leicester Royal Infirmary	0.8 miles
Train station	Unknown	1.2 miles
Train station	Leicester	1.2 miles
Hospital	Unknown	1.9 miles

Street-level crime

Category	Count
Violence and sexual offences	375
Anti-social behaviour	142
Public order	138
Shoplifting	130
Criminal damage and arson	97
Other theft	75
Drugs	43
Vehicle crime	30
Burglary	29
Other crime	22
Bicycle theft	19
Theft from the person	15
Robbery	13
Possession of weapons	11
Total incidents	1139

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
Shaftesbury Junior School	Primary	0.1 miles	Good — 22 Mar 2022
Cherryleas Assessment Centre	Other	0.2 miles	— (No rating)
King Richard III Infant and Nursery School	Primary	0.2 miles	Requires improvement — 9 Jun 2024
Brook Mead Academy	Secondary	0.5 miles	Outstanding — 7 May 2024
Imperial Avenue Infant School	Primary	0.5 miles	Good — 5 Oct 2017

Rental Comparables

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Rent-driven metrics

Based on Area rent estimate.

Rent ratio 0.54%

Max investor price (0.8%) £128,125

Target investor price (1%) £102,500

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).