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Messy Rooms Do make sure that you are tidying up your home before you put it on the market. That includes your kid’s bedrooms. According to ING Direct, a messy kids bedroom can knock a whopping £8000 off your home’s value. Using this advice you can tackle some of the surprising issues that impact home value before you sell.
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The Wrong Numbers You probably didn’t realise this, but the number of your home can impact the home value. For instance, according to Zoopla, homes with odd-numbers will sell for about £358 more than those with even-numbers. Why this is, we couldn’t tell you. Perhaps, people feel that the odd-numbered home is more distinguished? Similarly, an unlucky number can also have an impact. Even just living on a street with the number 13 on it can slash the cost of your home by roughly £6,500. We shudder to think what happens to the value if your home is the number 13. You can mark this one down to superstition with about thirty percent of buyers refusing to purchase a home with this number. Neighbours From Hell Supposedly up to one in five homeowners will encounter serious issues with their neighbours. This could be a confrontation about land, noise levels or boisterous kids. Regardless, Halifax Home Insurance found this type of issue with neighbours will cut the value of a home by £31,000. As such, it might be better to settle disputes before you start to think about selling.
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No Place To Park You might want to think about adding parking to your home if you live in an area where parking can be found at a premium. City dwellers should certainly think about paving over their yard to add an extra 50K to the value of their home. According to investor Phil Spencer, this will cost you around 10K so you will see a substantial profit. Conversely then, if you don’t have much parking space, this could be detrimental to your property’s value, particularly in urban areas.
Various issues with your home can deter potential buyers from putting down an offer or even scheduling a viewing if it’s on the market. For instance, your home might need a number of repairs. Unless your property is on the market at a price suitable for a fixer-upper, you should expect buyers to avoid it completely. Or how about pets? It’s amazing how many property ads online have pets posing for the photographer. Obviously, these owners are unaware that a lot of buyers won’t want to purchase a home that previously housed a pet. Why is this? Buyers make snap judgements about homes with pets. They might assume your house smells, that it’s a mess or that it’s suffered a lot of damage. Even if this isn’t the case, the perception exists and will impact the potential price that your property could sell for. There are also issues that have been shown to directly impact the value of your property. Let’s look at a few of the problems you might face.
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Limehouse office 020 7791 1777
Offering stunning views
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“The team at Franklyn James has been very professional and proactive. Lee was particularly helpful and always responded very promptly whenever we had any queries, which made our lives less stressful! A very satisfying experience overall in renting our flat.” Ionian October 2017
Limehouse, E14 £345 PW
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Telling it like it is.
• Top floor • One double bedroom • Private balcony • Allocated parking space • Concierge service • Close to Westferry DLR station
Enjoy stunning river views from this two double bedroom apartment, located within the impressive Dundee Wharf. Positioned on the sixth floor, the property comprises a bright and spacious reception room, a private balcony with direct River Thames views, a fully fitted kitchen, second private balcony, a master bedroom with built-in wardrobes and an en-suite shower room, a second double bedroom and main bathroom suite. Further benefits include an allocated parking space. Dundee Wharf is located within a short walk of Westferry DLR station as well as Canary Wharf Jubilee line, granting easy access all across London. Canary Wharf also offers ample local amenities, including restaurants and bars.
Limehouse
Dunbar Wharf
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Limehouse, E14 £550 PW
On the market
A truly stunning one bedroom, third floor (top floor) apartment in the impressive Dunbar Wharf that benefits from beautiful river views. The apartment has been maintained to an excellent standard and comprises of a bright and spacious reception room, good size double bedroom, fully fitted kitchen and recently fitted bathroom. Additional features include private balcony, secure allocated parking and concierge. Located on the historic Narrow Street and within moments of Canary Wharf, the Thames path and Westferry DLR station.
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• Two double bedrooms • Two bathrooms • Fully fitted kitchen • Private balcony with stunning views • Allocated parking space • Close to Westferry DLR
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Opening Hours Monday - Thursday 9am - 7pm Friday - 9am - 6pm Saturday - 10am - 4pm
29 Narrow Street London E14 8DP
Dundee Wharf
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Everything you want!
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Basin Approach, London £850,000
Rare to the market, and offered with no onward chain, is this stunning, duplex apartment, set within the highly desirable Basin Approach. Built by Bellway Homes in 1999, Basin Approach is situated on the north side of the Limehouse Marina and offers breath-taking views across the marina. Accommodation on the fifth floor comprises an entrance hall with a spiral staircase leading to the upper floor, a master bedroom with fitted wardrobes, an en-suite shower room and access to a private balcony, a second double bedroom with fitted wardrobes, a main bathroom suite and an airing cupboard. Both bathrooms are fully tiled with granite. The sixth floor comprises an open-plan reception room with a fitted kitchen, a dining area and access to a private terrace, again, boasting views of the marina and the City.
What the vendor says... "We have enjoyed living in this penthouse apartment and also this area. The large outside spaces on both floors are an impressive extension of the living space with floor to ceiling doors. The views of the marina are amazing and relaxing for summertime dinners. There is a real sense of community in Limehouse, which makes it feel a lot like a village, but it is really convenient to walk to Canary Wharf or quickly get into City by the DLR. Walking and running routes along the scenic river Thames and Regent’s Canal make weekend outings easy and enjoyable."
Superb location, stunning views, sought-after development - everything you want from your new home!
• Duplex apartment • Two double bedrooms • Two bathrooms • Private balcony and terrace • Stunning Limehouse Marina and City views • Spiral staircase • Underground parking • Close to Limehouse DLR station
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The apartment can be accessed from both floors, all internal levels are adjoining by spiral staircases and the apartment is wired for fiber optic broadband for fast internet connections. Basin Approach benefits from underground parking, an entrance lobby with elevator to all floors, secure intercom system and a 24 hour concierge service. The development is ideally located within moments of Limehouse DLR station, providing easy access into Canary Wharf, the City and Stratford. The development is also minutes away from the historic Narrow Street, with benefits from a huge range of amenities, restaurants, bars and the Thames path for those who enjoy morning jogs or summer walks. Internal viewing is highly recommended to appreciate what this home has to offer.
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Beautifully presented and tastefully decorated
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Blackheath
Absolutely stunning three bedroom riverside duplex penthouse apartment set on the 27 & 28th floors in a private, secure development. Measuring approx. 1473 sq/ft internally the apartment briefly comprises; to the downstairs a 26’8 x 19’4 reception/dining room leading to large outside terrace, modern fitted kitchen with integrated appliances, downstairs wc, and balcony off the kitchen. Moving upstairs there are three double bedrooms, the master bedroom boasting an ensuite shower room, walk in wardrobe and outside terrace. There is a modern, well-appointed family bathroom and private balcony off bedroom two. Further benefits include amazing uninterrupted views of the river Thames and the London skyline.
Opening Hours Monday - Thursday 9am - 7pm Friday - 9am - 6pm Saturday - 10am - 4pm
• Perfect first time buy • Top floor • Spacious living accommodation • Prime location • Immaculately presented • Garage in block
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St James Court
“We have dealt with different estate agencies previously, and I have to say Frankly James are the best! They proactively understand our exact needs and execute the plan effectively. We highly recommend to anyone!!” Sheila August 2017
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Blackheath office 020 3370 2222
Three bedroom duplex executive apartment
Deptford, SE8 £3,250 PCM
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4-6 Blackheath Hill London SE10 8DE
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Aragon Tower
Property Sold
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Blackheath, SE3 OIEO £300,000
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• Three double bedroom duplex penthouse apartment • Approx. 1493 sq/ft • Stunning river views • Secure parking • Movie screen and projector • Floor to ceiling windows • Private terraces and balconies
Franklyn James are delighted to present this one bedroom, top floor flat, located along this much sought-after tree lined road. The apartment is beautifully presented and tastefully decorated, comprising of a large reception room, a well fitted and equipped kitchen with enough space for dining, a good size double bedroom and a large, white bathroom suite. Further benefits include a long lease and a garage. The flat is within walking distance of the open heath and Blackheath Village with its outstanding array of boutique shops, restaurants and bars. The Blackheath mainline station provides excellent transport links to Charing Cross, London Bridge and Victoria, as well as numerous bus routes to North Greenwich which offers the Jubilee line. This elegant flat is a perfect first time buy and internal viewing is essential.
Set on the first floor of a well-situated, popular development, the property comprises a spacious reception room with room for dining, a smart kitchen with granite work surfaces, two large double bedrooms and a beautiful tiled bathroom with underfloor heating.
Point Close, Blackheath, SE10 OIEO £550,000
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Larger than average
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The apartment has a neutral décor and wooden flooring throughout and being triple aspect with large windows in every room means the apartment is flooded with light throughout the day. The apartment also comes with a garage as well as residents’ parking.
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• Almost 800 sq. ft. • Two double bedrooms • First floor • Recently redecorated • Wooden flooring throughout • Triple aspect apartment • Garage and residents' parking • Share of freehold
Measuring almost 800 sq. ft. and with a share of freehold, is this larger than average, recently redecorated, two bedroom apartment.
Port House
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Immaculate apartment
This fantastic, unique two double bedroom apartment located in Pepper Street with stunning views across the dock. Located a short walking distance to South Quay DLR, Crossharbour DLR as well as Canary Wharf jubilee line and Canary Wharf shopping centre. This spacious first floor apartment boasts of a spacious living room leading to its own balcony with direct dock views, two double bedrooms with the master having its own en-suite bathroom a second balcony with direct dock views. Separate bathroom, modern refurbished kitchen and benefits from secure gated underground parking.
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Isle of Dogs, E14 £450 PW
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• Grade II listed building • Two double bedrooms • Exposed brickwork features • 24 hour concierge service • Residents' gym & pool • Secure Parking • Share of freehold
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Isle of Dogs, E14 £499,995
Docklands
Stunning dock views
Docklands office 020 7005 6080
Unique apartment in a stunning Grade II listed riverside development! This immaculate, two bedroom apartment offers a large, open-plan reception room, a modern fitted kitchen, two double bedrooms with fitted wardrobes, a luxury three piece bathroom suite and all rooms boast exposed brickwork and beam features. Burrells Wharf is a highly desirable development within the Isle of Dogs, and offers its residents an on-site concierge service, a residents’ only gym and swimming pool, and stunning communal grounds that overlook the River Thames. The property also comes with an allocated parking space and is located within a short walk to Mudchute DLR, granting easy access into Canary Wharf, the City and Stratford.
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Pepper Street
“I would recommend to anyone looking for a new place. Great positive attitude, flexibility, and responsiveness. Strongly recommend! ” Jane October 2017
60 Westferry Road London E14 8JE
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• Two double bedroom • Two bathrooms • Balcony with direct dock views • Spacious living room • Secure gated underground parking • Available now
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Horizon Building, Canary Wharf, E14 £695,000
The property compromises of an entrance hall with storage cupboard, a large reception room with access onto the private balcony, a modern separate kitchen, master bedroom with a contemporary styled en-suite bathroom, a second double bedroom and main, modern shower room.
Enjoy breath-taking views of the River Thames from this stunning two bedroom apartment.
• Two Double Bedrooms • Two Bathrooms • Private Balcony With River Thames Views • Large Reception/Dining Room • Allocated Parking Space • No Onward Chain • Moments from Canary Wharf
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Situated in the desirable Old Bellgate Place development, further benefits include residents’ right to manage, an allocated parking space, no onward chain and a long lease. Canary Wharf is only minutes away by local bus routes or by DLR from Crossharbour station.
Arranging a free, no-obligation market appraisal with Franklyn James couldn’t be easier. Just phone or email us using the details below, or complete the form and request an appointment with an experienced valuer at a time which works for you.
Call for a valuation Docklands 020 7005 6080 Limehouse 020 7791 1777 Blackheath 020 3370 2222
Alternatively, call into one of our high street offices where a member of staff will be happy to take all the necessary information. Our valuer will provide you with an up-to-date market valuation for sales, lettings, or both, and will advise you of current market trends and provide you with detailed information on how your property would be marketed. You can be confident that you will receive an honest and frank appraisal – we see no benefit in grossly inflating an asking price or setting unrealistic expectations.
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