Reach Lane, Heath and Reach
LU7 1DU
£450,000
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We are delighted to offer for sale this extended three bedroom semi-detached family home, occupying a superb position in the popular village of Heath & Reach, with a particularly impressive rear garden backing directly onto open farmland. Presented to the market in excellent order throughout, the property has been considerably improved and extended to provide spacious and versatile family accommodation, with highlights including a refitted family bathroom, refitted and extended kitchen/dining room, separate lounge, utility room, ground floor cloakroom and sun room. Outside, the generous rear garden enjoys a wonderful open outlook and incorporates a substantial paved entertaining area, lawn, timber shed and summer house. Viewing is highly recommended.
Within easy reach of this property are a wide range of local schools, a National Rail station 2.3 miles away and good local amenities.
On schooling, the area is well-served at both primary and secondary level. There are six good or outstanding primary schools within two miles, including Dovery Academy (assessed as outstanding by Locrating) around a 19 minute walk, and St Leonards CE Academy (rated good by Ofsted) a 4 minute walk. High Ash Church of England Primary School ranks in the top 26% of schools nationally. The strongest local intake is at Hockliffe Lower School, with around 26% of pupils nearby. Another popular primary option is St Leonards CE.
There are five good or outstanding secondary schools within five miles, including Vandyke Upper School (rated good by Ofsted) just over a mile, and Cedars Upper School (rated good by Ofsted) 2.8 miles. Cedars Upper ranks in the top 29% of schools at GCSE level. Around 45% of local pupils attend Vandyke Upper. Parents also frequently choose Fulbrook School. Vandyke Upper and Cedars Upper both offer sixth form provision for A-level or equivalent study.
The area has two independent schools, including Milton Keynes Preparatory School (6 miles) and Baytul IIm Secondary School (5.5 miles).
Admissions cannot be guaranteed, but past admissions data suggests at primary level St Leonards CE is likely within catchment and Heathwood Lower School, rated good by Ofsted (around a 15 minute walk) is possibly within catchment and at secondary level Vandyke Upper is likely within catchment and Cedars Upper is fairly likely within catchment for this property.
For transport, Leighton Buzzard station serving National Rail is the nearest connection, 2.3 miles away. Local bus services are accessible, with the nearest stop around a 13 minute walk away.
Everyday shopping options include Heath And Reach Post Office and Co-Op Food (a 2 minute walk). Dining and drinking options nearby include The Heath Inn /Burger Beast /Korean Chicken & Rice, The Axe & Compass and The Dukes (a 5 minute walk). Places of worship nearby include St Leonard (about a 8 minute walk).
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For this £450,000 listing
£2,477/mo
Mortgage + estimated bills
Mortgage
£2,052/mo
90% LTV · 30 yr · 4.5% fixed
Council tax (est.)
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Energy + bills
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Stamp Duty (standard)
£1,250 one-off
Conveyancing + survey + removals
~£3,200 one-off
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