Nestled on a quiet cul-de-sac at 8 Alford Forest Road, this charming freehold bungalow boasts 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, and 2 car parks. Constructed in 1920 with wood walls and an iron roof, both in average condition, this residential dwelling sits on a level contour with a spacious floor area of 116 sqm and a generous land area of 616 sqm. The modern kitchen features a walk-in pantry, complemented by an open plan living area and a sunroom, with a compliant log fire for cozy winters.
As for the property's financials, the capital value has seen a significant increase from $315,000 in 2018 to $415,000 in 2021, a growth of 31.75%. The HouGarden AVM estimates the property's value at $397,500, while the latest sale was recorded in 1998 for $72,000. This indicates a promising investment opportunity with substantial value appreciation over the years.
For families with children, the property falls within the catchment area of several well-regarded schools. These include Villa Maria College and St Thomas of Canterbury College, both secondary schools with a decile rating of 9 and 8 respectively, along with Ashburton Christian School, Ashburton College, Ashburton Borough School, St Joseph's School, Ashburton Intermediate, and Craighead Diocesan School, offering a range of educational options from primary to secondary levels.
Updated on April 29, 2024
Name | Distance | 类型 | Year | 属性 | Gender | Score | Decile | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Ashburton Borough School | 0.79 km | Primary | 1-8 | Government | Co-Educational | EQI: 449 | 7 | |
St Joseph's School (Ashburton) | 0.79 km | Primary | 1-8 | Government | Co-Educational | EQI: 404 | 8 | |
Ashburton College | 0.90 km | Secondary | 9-15 | Government | Co-Educational | EQI: 467 | 6 | |
Ashburton Intermediate | 1.63 km | Secondary | 7-8 | Government | Co-Educational | EQI: 471 | 6 | |
Ashburton Christian School | 3.10 km | Combined | 1-10 | Government | Co-Educational | EQI: 435 | 6 | |
Craighead Diocesan School | 68.46 km | Secondary | 7-15 | Government | Single Sex-Girls | EQI: 405 | 9 | |
St Thomas of Canterbury College | 76.97 km | Secondary | 7-15 | Government | Single Sex-Boys | EQI: 427 | 8 | |
Villa Maria College | 78.06 km | Secondary | 7-15 | Government | Single Sex-Girls | EQI: 407 | 9 |
Address | Distance | Bed | Bath | Floor area | Sold date | Sold | Data source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
0.13 km | 3 | 144m2 | 2024年02月16日 | $595,000 | Council approved | |||
0.14 km | 3 | 108m2 | 2024年02月09日 | $560,600 | Council approved | |||
 | 0.23 km | 4 | 2 | -m2 | 2024年01月23日 | $635,000 | Council approved | |
0.29 km | 3 | 148m2 | 2023年11月28日 | $610,000 | Council approved | |||
 | 0.08 km | 4 | 2 | 200m2 | 2023年11月14日 | $536,500 | Council approved |