The Old Forge, Dorchester
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Transaction history

Listing history

For Sale
May 8, 2015
£427,950
For Sale
Oct 18, 2015
£427,950

Property Description

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Our analysis

Welcome to The Old Forge, Dorchester, a cozy and compact detached type home with 4 bed in the DT2 9SG area. This lovely residence, which comes with the freedom and stability of a freehold ownership, and sits comfortably in tax band E.

This classic property was built The local area is known for its high value-to-quality ratio - with a market valuation of £130,000 and a rental potential of £845 per month, , it represents not just a residence but a worthwhile investment in a sought-after area.

You can discover more about this property by reading the Mouseprice attributes tables in the next section, or if you are the owner and would like to update this property, for example if you've built an extension, you can do so at the top of this page.

Additional analysis

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"The Old Forge as the name implies, was originally the local blacksmith Forge until 1940 and the original building dates from 1850. The character property offers a great deal of versatility and comprises of four double bedrooms, two reception rooms, one en-suite bathroom and a beautiful garden with garage and two parking spaces. The original building and construction was with solid brick and flint walls now rendered externally. The deceptively spacious property provides airy and bright living space with character and history.

Four double bedroom
Two reception room
One en-suite bathroom
Wooden flooring
Adam style fire surround and wood burning stove
Integral garage and two parking


Entrance Hall23'9" x 3'3" (7.24m x 1m). Oak panel door with double casement wood windows facing the front. Two storage heaters. Two ceiling lights. Door access to bedrooms, lounge, kitchen, and downstairs cloakroom.

Lounge20'10" x 15'10" (6.35m x 4.83m). Wooden door providing access to spacious lounge area with double glazed windows facing the front and double glazed French doors into the conservatory. This airy and bright room has oak laminate flooring and provides warmth and character with the Adam style fire surround and wood burning stove which is ideal for those cosy times in winter. Also with two ceiling lights the room leads to the conservatory and dining room area.

Dining Room14'11" x 10' (4.55m x 3.05m). Access via timber framed door this bright room with rear aspect gives access to the conservatory, lounge area and kitchen. With eight light casement window overlooking the garden and Oak laminate flooring this room is ideal for entertainment times. Economy seven storage heater.

Conservatory15'9" x 10' (4.8m x 3.05m). With access via double glazed French doors this sunny and spacious room with laminate flooring has full height double glazed windows with fan lights and is overlooking the beautiful garden.

Kitchen Breakfast area23'2" x 10'4" (7.06m x 3.15m). With access from the rear, the entrance hall and the dining room via a wooden door. This room has double glazed wood window overlooking the garden and comprises of a fitted kitchen with a range of matching base units and contrasting work surface made of wood laminate pattern with inset sink drainer. Electric hob and oven with stainless steel extractor over. Fridge and freezer with space for washing machine as well as a breakfast table and tiled flooring. Storage heater.

Bedroom 117'3" x 12'5" (5.26m x 3.78m). Access via wooden door this very spacious double sized room with double glazed window is facing the north west, it has storage heater, carpeted flooring and glazed panel door that leads to an en-suite bathroom.

En-suite Bathroom12'6" x 9'1" (3.8m x 2.77m). Sizeable en-suite bathroom with timber framed double glazed window with frosted glass and vinyl flooring facing the rear that comprises of a panelled bath with shower over, pedestal basin and fan heater. Smooth set ceiling and double light.

Bedroom 214'1" x 10'1" (4.3m x 3.07m). With front and side aspect double glazed timber framed windows this bright double sized bedroom has carpeted flooring and storage heater.

Airing Cupboard3'8" x 3'4" (1.12m x 1.02m). Airing cupboard with hot water emersion tank

Downstairs Cloakroom7'4" x 5'9" (2.24m x 1.75m). Double glazed timber framed window facing the front. Low level WC with corner basin.

Landing18'9" x 18'10" (5.72m x 5.74m). Double glazed velux skylight window facing the rear overlooking the garden. Smooth set ceiling with exposed wooden beams. Ceiling light. Leading to family bathroom and bedrooms.

Bathroom7'2" x 7'1" (2.18m x 2.16m). Timber framed velux skylight window facing the west. Pine tongue and groove flooring, ceiling light. Low level WC, panelled bath with mixer tap, wash hand basin, heated tower rail and fan heater.

Bedroom 321'2" x 11'2" (6.45m x 3.4m). Wooden door to double size bedroom with double aspect and double glazed wood windows facing the front and rear. Pine tongue and groove flooring, ceiling light, electric heaters.

Bedroom 414'2" x 13'2" (4.32m x 4.01m). Wooden door to double size bedroom with loft access to cold water tank. Dormer with casement window facing the side. Electric radiator. Pine tongue and groove flooring. Built in storage cupboard. Smooth set ceiling with exposed wooden beams. Ceiling light

Storage in roof space8'10" x 3'1" (2.7m x 0.94m).

Garage x . Double wooden door with glass opening to spacious garage with loft space.

Outside x . Crazy paved terrace steps down to lawn with well stocked flower beds, small trees and small pond. Shed and small greenhouse with wood/coal bunker. It also has outside water tap. One parking space in front of the garage and one other off Meadow view with rear access to the garden.

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Property Data

Data point Compared to road
Tax band E
457 sqm plot

Estimated running costs

Running cost(monthly) Cost Opportunity
Mortgage £592 Try Mortgage Tracker
Energy ££600 Try Energy Switcher
Water £50 Water meter checkup
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Schools and stations

Nearby Schools
St Mary's Church of England First School Charminster
1.1mi
Dorset Studio School
2.9mi
Kingston Maurward College
2.9mi
Piddle Valley Church of England First School
3.4mi
Dorchester Learning Centre
3.9mi
Nearby Stations
Dorchester West Station
2.6mi
Dorchester South Station
2.8mi
Maiden Newton Station
5.6mi
Moreton (Dorset) Station
6.8mi
Upwey Station
7.0mi

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Strengths and Opportunities

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Renovation improvements

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New Kitchen
This could increase your home value by £15,000
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New Bathroom
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Air Conditioning
This could increase your home value by £7,000

Cost improvements

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Strengths

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Strength: High plot size
A large plot with plenty of room
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Strength: Family-friendly
Enough beds for the whole family
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Strength: Freehold ownership
This property has the support and stability of full freehold ownership.
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Strength: Good price per square metres
The most similar local properties have a comparable price per square metre.

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Frequently asked questions

  1. How much is The Old Forge, Dorchester worth?

    The Old Forge, Dorchester is now worth £130,000 according to our Mouseprice AVM.

    If you would like to book a free agent valuation for The Old Forge, Dorchester - click click here to get a valuation with no strings attached.

  2. What is the rental value of The Old Forge, Dorchester?

    The current rental valuation for this property is £845 per month, within a price range of £761 and £930.

  3. How many bedrooms does The Old Forge, Dorchester have?

    This property has 4 bedrooms. Search for nearby properties with 4 bedrooms - for sale and to rent.

  4. What are the nearest schools and stations to The Old Forge, Dorchester?

    Nearby schools in include St Mary's Church of England First School Charminster, Dorset Studio School, Kingston Maurward College, Piddle Valley Church of England First School, Dorchester Learning Centre

    Nearby stations in include Dorchester West Station, Dorchester South Station, Maiden Newton Station, Moreton (Dorset) Station, Upwey Station.

  5. What type of property is The Old Forge, Dorchester

    This is a Detached property. There are 16 other Detached properties on , and 31 in total.

  6. When was The Old Forge, Dorchester built? How old is The Old Forge, Dorchester?

    The Old Forge, Dorchester was was built between .

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