72 Sycamore Close, Ipswich, IP8 3RL
Condition: Two-bed terraced house with an allocated parking space and garden in the Pinewood area of Ipswich; the tribunal found it in good, well-maintained condition from photographs.
Evidence considered
- Tenant: a nearby Sycamore Close listing (2-bed) at £950 pcm
- Tenant: an OpenRent estimate range of £780–£1,260 pcm, plus 3 comparators at £925–£975 pcm (none with off-road parking)
- Tenant: a Martin & Co valuation report — comparators £925–£1,025 pcm; average let price £947 pcm, though it noted Ipswich houses typically let for £1,084 pcm
- Landlord: a 'Best Price Guide' with 5 comparables £995–£1,195 pcm, including one on the same road let at £995 pcm and one on Belmont Road with similar amenities at £1,025 pcm
Tenant submitted evidence: yes. Landlord submitted evidence: yes.
Tribunal's reasoning
Having seen photographs of a well-maintained property with parking and a garden close to the city centre, and weighing both parties' comparables plus its own market knowledge, the tribunal valued the market rent at £975 pcm with no adjustments. The decision was later amended under rule 50 to £995 pcm, an increase of £20 pcm on the previous rent.
Read the original decision (PDF, GOV.UK)
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