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For saleReduced 26 Aug 2026
£185,000

Wilkinson Road, Kempston, MK42 7FR

1bedroom
1bathroom
Flattype
Leaseholdtenure

Listed 7 Aug 2026 · price reduced 26 Aug 2026 · Bedford

How the price compares

This home£185,000
Median 1 bed in MK42£140k23 homes listed · £283 per sq ft
Difference+32%above the area median

Key features

  • Top-floor one-bedroom apartment
  • Large double bedroom
  • Generous L-shaped open-plan living/dining/kitchen area
  • Spacious living and dining space
  • Allocated parking for one vehicle
  • Well-appointed fitted kitchen
  • Ideal first-time purchase or investment opportunity

About this home

Situated on Wilkinson Road, Kempston, this well-presented top-floor one-bedroom apartment offers spacious accommodation throughout, along with allocated parking, making it an ideal first-time purchase, investment or home for those looking to downsize.

Upon entering, you are welcomed by a bright and spacious entrance hall, providing access to the main accommodation. The property benefits from a large double bedroom, offering plenty of space for bedroom furniture, along with a well-appointed family bathroom.

The heart of the home is the impressive L-shaped open-plan living, dining and kitchen area. This generous space provides excellent flexibility for both relaxing and entertaining, with the kitchen neatly positioned within the L-shaped section, creating a natural separation between the different areas while maintaining the open-plan feel.

Externally, the property benefits from parking for one vehicle located to the rear of the apartment block.

The property is well located for all of Kempston and Bedford's amenities including three supermarkets as well as an array of shopping and leisure facilities. Road links include access to the A6 and A421 linking to A1, M1 Milton Keynes and Luton. For the commuter, regular rail services are available 4.4 miles away in Bedford linking to London St. Pancras station in approximately 40 mins. Schooling is available at Kempston Rural and Kempston Challenger Academy along with the popular Harpur Trust schools being available in Bedford.

Disclaimer: Please note we do not test any fixtures, fittings, apparatus or services. Any interested parties should undertake their own investigation into the working order of these items. All measurements provided are approximate and photos are provided for guidance only. Potential buyers are advised to re-check the measurements before committing to any expense. Potential buyers are advised to check and confirm the EPC, estate management charges and council tax before committing to any expense. Floorplans are for illustration purposes only. Cooper Wallace do not verify the legal title of the property and the potential buyers should obtain verification from their solicitors committing to any expense.Tenure: LeaseholdCOUNCIL TAX: A EPC: B

Property details

Property type
Flat
Council tax band
A
Tenure
Leasehold
Lease remaining
105 years left
Ground rent
£200 per year (Ask agent about the review period)
Service charge
£2,160 per year
Parking
Yes

Floorplan

Floorplan 1

Location

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  • Kempston Hardwick Station1.1 mi
  • Bedford St. Johns Station2.4 mi
  • Bedford Station2.5 mi

What nearby homes sold for

Median sold prices in MK42 over the last 12 months: semi-detached £325k · terraced £280k · detached £440k · flat £190k.

AddressTypeSoldPrice
137 Wilkinson Road
Bedford MK42 7FR
Flat
Freehold
10 Aug 2026£255,000
176 Wilkinson Road
Bedford MK42 7GP
Terraced
Freehold
25 Jun 2026£340,000
144 Wilkinson Road
Bedford MK42 7GP
Terraced
Freehold
5 May 2026£450,000
165 Wilkinson Road
Bedford MK42 7FR
Terraced
Leasehold
10 Apr 2026£195,000
67 Wilkinson Road
Bedford MK42 7FR
Semi-detached
Freehold
16 Jan 2026£325,000
172 Wilkinson Road
Bedford MK42 7GP
Flat
Freehold
16 Jan 2026£295,000
172 Wilkinson Road
Bedford MK42 7GP
Flat
Freehold
21 Nov 2025£295,000
183 Wilkinson Road
Bedford MK42 7FR
Flat
Leasehold
24 Oct 2025£205,000
148 Wilkinson Road
Bedford MK42 7GP
Semi-detached
Freehold
22 Aug 2025£360,000
191 Wilkinson Road
Bedford MK42 7FR
Flat
Leasehold
24 Jul 2025£200,000

Contains HM Land Registry data © Crown copyright and database right 2026. Licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. All sales in MK42

Buying costs

Monthly repayment£925£18,500 deposit · £166,500 loan
Stamp Duty£1,200England rates

Estimates only, using rates in force from April 2025. Check GOV.UK, Revenue Scotland or the Welsh Revenue Authority and speak to a mortgage adviser before you offer.

Listed by Cooper Wallace, Bedford on Rightmove (original listing). First listed 7 Aug 2026; details checked 7 Nov 2026. Latest change: reduced on 26/08/2026.

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