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Dakyn Drive, Stock, CM4

East of England

£595,000

Listed on 29/09/2026

The listing

Property details

Bedrooms
3
Type
House
Area
1100 sqft

Features

  • Garden

Description

Set in Stock village, this three-bedroom house has two reception rooms, a fitted kitchen and a family bathroom. Outside, the rear garden includes brick outbuildings with a WC and storage, while a substantial side plot is described as offering scope for an extension, subject to the necessary consents. The listing places Ingatestone station around 4.6 miles away, Billericay and its station around 3.3 miles away, the A12 at Junction 16 around 2 miles away and Chelmsford around 5.5 miles away. Stock has village amenities including a primary school, pre-school, village hall, pubs, café, library and shops, with countryside footpaths and bridleways nearby. Rail services are also available from Billericay, Ingatestone and Shenfield. Marketed by Stanton Hockett, Billericay.

WHOTS analysis

Our WHOTS verdict

An internal assessment of the opportunity to acquire, improve and create value.

50out of 100
Grade DWeak opportunity

Confidence: MEDIUM

This is a usable, well-kept canvas rather than a heavy refurb: the traditional décor, carpets and older kitchen fittings offer scope for a cosmetic refresh, with works estimated at £5,000–£15,000. The maintained garden, substantial side plot and brick outbuildings add character and potential, though any extension would depend on the necessary consents and the outbuildings’ condition and lawful use are unverified.

The price is the main constraint: at £541/sq ft, the £595,000 asking price is about 5.8% above the local average, and purchase plus the renovation midpoint looks tight against local benchmarks. The village setting and outdoor space are attractive, but this is a weaker opportunity unless a buyer sees particular value in those features or can improve the numbers.

Key opportunities

  • Refresh the traditional décor, carpets and finishes while retaining rooms that appear usable and maintained.
  • Explore the substantial side plot for an extension, subject to the necessary consents.
  • Assess the brick outbuildings, described as including a WC and storage sheds, for potential practical use.

Key risks

  • Climbing vegetation obscures much of the rear elevation, limiting inspection.

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Location

Dakyn Drive, Stock, CM4
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Transport

Nearest stations

  • Ingatestone Rail Station

    2.3 miles

    Train · Ingatestone

  • Billericay Rail Station

    2.5 miles

    Train · Billericay

  • Wickford Rail Station

    4.8 miles

    Train · Wickford

  • Shenfield Rail Station

    5.2 miles

    Train · Shenfield

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Current average 2-year fixed rate is 4.45%

Current average variable rate is 6.60%

Monthly Repayments
£2,248
Based on a loan of £446,250 over 30 years at 4.45% interest

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