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The Lime is a charming detached 2-bedroom home located in the desirable village of Takeley, Essex. This thoughtfully designed property offers a spacious open-plan kitchen, dining, and living area that opens out to the garden, perfect for modern family living and entertaining. Both bedrooms are well-proportioned, with the master bedroom featuring a private ensuite bathroom, while a separate family bathroom serves the rest of the home. The property is ideal for those seeking a peaceful rural setting with excellent commuter links.

Property Features

This property boasts a bright and airy open-plan kitchen, dining, and living space with French doors leading to a south-west facing garden, ensuring plenty of natural light throughout the day. The master bedroom benefits from an ensuite shower room, while the second bedroom is served by a family bathroom. Additional storage space is provided by a convenient store room off the hall. The home is finished with modern fittings and double-glazed windows, enhancing comfort and energy efficiency.

DetachedGardenEnsuiteOpen-plan LivingStore RoomDouble Glazing+2

Local Amenities

Takeley is a vibrant village offering a range of local amenities including well-regarded primary schools such as Takeley Primary School and St Mary's Church of England Primary School. The nearby Stansted Mountfitchet School provides secondary education. Residents benefit from convenient access to Stansted Airport and the Stansted Mountfitchet train station, providing excellent transport links to London and beyond. The village also features local shops, a post office, village hall, and popular pubs like The Bell, offering a strong community feel with plenty of green spaces and parks nearby.

Takeley Primary SchoolSt Mary's Church of England Primary SchoolStansted Mountfitchet SchoolStansted AirportTakeley Post OfficeTakeley Village Hall+4
Bishop's Stortford Train Station (3.5 miles, 10 mins drive) • 35 mins to London

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Total Price£500,000
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International Suitability

Good Opportunity
72/100
ChallengingModerateGoodExcellent
Proximity to Stansted Airport
Strong local rental demand
Limited local amenities compared to urban centres

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Purchase Costs (Non-UK Resident)
Total Price£500,000
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Legal Fees (Intl Complex)£3,500
AML & ID Verification£500
Bank Transfer Fees£1,000
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Key Considerations for International Buyers
+2% Stamp DutyAdditional surcharge for non-UK residents on property purchases
Higher DepositMost lenders require 25-40% deposit for non-UK residents
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Property ManagementFull management service recommended for overseas landlords

Investment Analytics

Key metrics for investors & buyers
Gross Rental Yield
5.7%
Based on £2,375/mo rent
Area Price Growth
+1.7%
Average annual increase
5-Year Value Forecast
£544,505
+£44,505 projected gain
5-Year Rent Forecast
£2,821/mo
Based on 3.5% annual growth
Price per Sq Ft£714
Annual Rent Income£28,500
10-Year ROI228%
Break-Even Point18 yrs

Property Value Projection

Based on 1.7% annual growth
£544,505
5yr
£592,971
10yr
£645,751
15yr
£703,229
20yr
£765,824
25yr
Current: £500,000

Monthly Rental Income

Based on 3.5% annual growth
£2,821
5yr
£3,350
10yr
£3,979
15yr
£4,726
20yr
£5,613
25yr
Current: £2,375/mo
* Projections are estimates based on historical market data and are not guaranteed. Past performance does not indicate future results.

Property Features

Local Area & Amenities

Floorplans

Ground Floor

Property Floorplan

Site Plan

Site Plan

Location

Commute Time Planner

London Liverpool Street
35 mins
1h 10m
Stansted Airport
15 mins (via Bishop's Stortford)
15 mins

Sun Path & Natural LightAI generated - Estimated

NESW
South-West-Facing Excellent
8h
Garden Sun (Summer)
No
Morning Sun
Yes
Afternoon Sun

Room-by-Room Light Analysis

Kitchen / Dining / Living
Morning Moderate
Afternoon Excellent
Evening Good
Bedroom 1
Morning Good
Afternoon Moderate
Evening Low
Bedroom 2
Morning Good
Afternoon Moderate
Evening Low

Location Scores

45
Walk Score
Car-Dependent
40
Transit Score
Some Transit
50
Bike Score
Bikeable
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Future Developments Nearby

Educational+Positive Impact
Takeley Primary School Expansion
0.3 milesEst. 2025
* Information based on local planning applications and may be subject to change

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The Lime

Takeley, Bishop's Stortford CM22 6PU
Prior's Edge
2
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
700
Est. Sq ft
detached
Type

Developer

Dandara
Available Plot Numbers
62
1 plot(s) available
Ownershipfreehold

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