# 3 bedroom terraced house for sale (M32 8LL) ## Property Details | Key | Value | |-----|-------| | Address | 78 TRAFFORD GROVE, MANCHESTER, STRETFORD, GREATER MANCHESTER M32 8LL | | Price | £310,000 | | Bedrooms | 3 | | Bathrooms | 1 | | Council tax | B | | Construction age | England and Wales: before 1900 | | Floor area | 73 m² | | Last sold | £233,500 Jul 2022 | ## EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost - **Current rating:** D - **Potential rating:** B - **Expiry date:** 22/03/2032 - **Current heating cost:** £585/year - **Est. upgrade cost to C:** £21,765 ### Recommendations - A (£100 - £350) - Q (£4,000 - £14,000) - E (£40) - G (£350 - £450) - I (£2,200 - £3,000) - N (£4,000 - £6,000) - U (£3,500 - £5,500) [View full EPC on gov.uk](https://find-energy-certificate.service.gov.uk/energy-certificate/8719-5182-7002-0627-1006) ## Description This beautifully presented **three bedroom terraced home** combines contemporary style with character features, creating a warm and inviting property that is ready to move straight into. Perfectly suited to first time buyers, young families, professionals, or investors, this home offers well balanced accommodation throughout. Upon entering, you are welcomed into a bright and spacious living room, where a charming feature fireplace creates an attractive focal point and a cosy atmosphere. Beyond the living room is a dedicated dining area, providing the perfect space for family meals or entertaining guests, before leading through to the modern fitted kitchen. The kitchen has been thoughtfully designed with sleek cabinetry, integrated appliances, and ample worktop space, while a door provides direct access to the rear garden, seamlessly connecting indoor and outdoor living. To the first floor are three well proportioned bedrooms, each tastefully decorated in neutral tones, offering flexible accommodation to suit a variety of lifestyles. Completing the first floor is a stylish, contemporary family bathroom, finished to a high standard with modern fixtures and fittings. Externally, the property benefits from a lovely private rear garden & parking, offering a peaceful outdoor retreat that is both attractive and easy to maintain. Whether you're enjoying a morning coffee, relaxing in the sunshine, or entertaining family and friends, the garden provides an ideal extension of the living space. Throughout the property, quality flooring, modern décor, and carefully selected finishes create a cohesive and elegant feel, while the practical layout maximises both natural light and everyday functionality. Ideally situated, the property is within easy reach of a range of local amenities, including ALDI, Longford & Victoria Parks and Stretford Metrolink Station, providing excellent convenience for everyday living and direct access to Manchester City Centre and the surrounding areas. The property is also well positioned for a selection of reputable local schools, making it an excellent choice for families. Offering a fantastic combination of character, style, and convenience in a sought after location, this exceptional home is sure to appeal to a wide range of buyers. Early viewing is highly recommended to fully appreciate everything this wonderful property has to offer. Disclaimer (While every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy and completeness of the information, Trading Places and the seller makes no representations or warranties of any kind, express or implied, about the completeness, accuracy, reliability, or suitability of the information contained in this advertisement for any purpose and any reliance you place on such information is strictly at your own risk. 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Data from Land Registry Price Paid.* | Address | Price | Date | Type | |---------|-------|------|------| | 78 TRAFFORD GROVE, STRETFORD, MANCHESTER, TRAFFORD, GREATER MANCHESTER, M32 8LL | £233,500 | 01/07/2022 | Terraced | | 78 TRAFFORD GROVE, STRETFORD, MANCHESTER, TRAFFORD, GREATER MANCHESTER, M32 8LL | £49,950 | 14/10/1999 | Terraced | ## Sold Comparables *Same street and nearby sales within 0.25 miles. Data from Land Registry Price Paid. Last 5 years.* | Address | Price | Date | Type | |---------|-------|------|------| | 7 TRAFFORD GROVE, STRETFORD, MANCHESTER, TRAFFORD, GREATER MANCHESTER, M32 8LN | £270,000 | 29/09/2023 | Terraced | | [Same street] 72 TRAFFORD GROVE, STRETFORD, MANCHESTER, TRAFFORD, GREATER MANCHESTER, M32 8LL | £245,000 | 19/06/2023 | Terraced | | 21 TRAFFORD GROVE, STRETFORD, MANCHESTER, TRAFFORD, GREATER MANCHESTER, M32 8LN | £280,000 | 17/11/2022 | Terraced | | [Same street] 68A TRAFFORD GROVE, STRETFORD, MANCHESTER, TRAFFORD, GREATER MANCHESTER, M32 8LL | £235,000 | 28/04/2022 | Terraced | | 4 TRAFFORD GROVE, STRETFORD, MANCHESTER, TRAFFORD, GREATER MANCHESTER, M32 8LW | £124,385 | 26/11/2021 | Terraced | | 8 HERBERT STREET, STRETFORD, MANCHESTER, TRAFFORD, GREATER MANCHESTER, M32 0HD | £231,000 | 31/08/2021 | Terraced | **Street average:** £240,000 (2 sales) **Area average:** £226,346 (4 sales) ## Price vs local average *Outcode + property type (HousePrices, last 2 years).* - **Local average:** £277,928 (28 Terraced, M32, 2024–2026) - **Deviation:** +11.5% ## Rental Range *ONS Price Index of Private Rents (Trafford). Low / Realistic / Optimistic = conservative / average / best case.* - **Low:** £1,229/mo - **Realistic:** £1,365/mo - **Optimistic:** £1,502/mo ## LHA (Local Housing Allowance) *VOA 30th percentile rent floor for West Pennine (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026).* - **LHA floor (this property size):** £504/mo ## Rental Comparables *Residential lets from OpenRent and Rightmove for the area (same bedroom count). Use to validate rent estimates. Student lets are excluded.* | Title | Rent | Beds | Distance | As seen on | |------|------|------|------|------| | 3 Bed Semi-Detached House, Cooper St, M32 | £1,350/mo | 3 | 0.21 miles | OpenRent | | 3 Bed Terraced House, Burleigh Road, M32 | £1,550/mo | 3 | 0.66 miles | OpenRent | **Average rent: £1,450/mo (2 listings)** ## 1% Rule - **Rent ratio:** 0.47% (weak for cashflow) - **Max investor price (0.8%):** £181,250 - **Target investor price (1%):** £145,000 *Monthly rent ÷ price. 1%+ = strong, 0.8–1% = okay, <0.8% = weak. Max investor price = rent ÷ 0.8% (Stoke-style target). Target investor price = rent ÷ 1% (strong cashflow band). Based on OpenRent comparables.* ## Rent-driven metrics *Based on OpenRent comparables (median £1,450/mo).* - **Gross yield:** 5.6% - **Cost-to-rent:** 17.8× - **Monthly cashflow:** £59/mo (75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term) - **Cash-on-cash ROI:** 0.8% *Gross yield = annual rent as % of price (no costs). Cost-to-rent = price ÷ annual rent (from OpenRent comparables); under 14× = strong, 14–16× = acceptable, 17×+ = compressed. Cashflow = rent − mortgage − 10% maintenance − £25/mo compliance; assumes 75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term. ROI = annual profit ÷ cash in (deposit + 4% purchase costs).* ## Price per Square Metre - **£/m²:** £4,247/m² ## Capital growth trend *Land Registry outcode average from sold prices: last 12 months vs 5y and 10y ago.* - **5y growth:** 11.2% - **10y growth:** 54.8% ## House Price Index (HM Land Registry) *Official index for Trafford; Terraced series; as of May 2026.* - **1y growth (index):** 7.2% - **5y growth (index):** 27.4% - **10y growth (index):** 68.3% ## Flood risk - **Zone:** 1 - **Risk:** Low - **Source:** Job (default Low) [Check long-term flood risk (GOV.UK)](https://check-long-term-flood-risk.service.gov.uk/postcode)