# 2 bedroom terraced house for sale (LE7 7NN) ## Property Details | Key | Value | |-----|-------| | Address | 8 NORTH STREET, LEICESTER, ROTHLEY, LEICESTERSHIRE LE7 7NN | | Price | £240,000 | | Bedrooms | 2 | | Bathrooms | 1 | | Council tax | B | | Last sold | £235,000 Apr 2025 | ## EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost - **Current rating:** D - **Potential rating:** B - **Expiry date:** 18/03/2035 - **Current heating cost:** £1,036/year - **Est. upgrade cost to C:** £20,675 ### Recommendations - A2 (£850 - £1,500) - Q (£4,000 - £14,000) - W1 (£800 - £1,200) - 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/0310-2311-8470-2095-0875) ## Description A charming memorial cottage located in the highly sought-after Charnwood village of Rothley, this home was erected by local builder Frank Sleath in memory of his late son who fought in the First World War. Lovingly improved by its current residents, this property offers beautiful interiors that seamlessly blend original period features with modern fixtures and fittings. The residence also boasts a beautifully maintained walled garden in a prime central village location. Upon entering the property via the lounge, you will notice a light and airy feel from the moment you step inside. This room is a wonderful space to relax and enjoy, complete with a feature decorative fireplace and a window to the front elevation. From here, you move into the second reception area, the dining room, which features under-stairs storage, a charming open fireplace, and double French patio doors that lead to the rear garden. Completing the ground floor accommodation is the kitchen, which includes an array of base and eye-level units, an inset sink, space for a Stoves range cooker, space and plumbing for a washing machine, and a window to the side elevation. Ascending to the first floor, you will find two well-sized double bedrooms and a modern family bathroom. The bathroom is fitted with a suite comprising a bath with shower over, WC, wash hand basin, and towel radiator. Outside, the property is centrally located in Rothley with permit parking available. The private rear gardens are low maintenance and feature a patio area, a store, and an outdoor utility room. This memorial cottage perfectly captures the essence of historical charm while providing all the conveniences of modern living, making it a truly unique home in a desirable location. ## Property Photos - ![Photo](/listings/photos/150482327/1194974) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/150482327/1194975) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/150482327/1194976) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/150482327/1194977) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/150482327/1194978) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/150482327/1194979) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/150482327/1194980) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/150482327/1194981) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/150482327/1194982) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/150482327/1194983) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/150482327/1194984) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/150482327/1194985) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/150482327/1194986) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/150482327/1194987) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/150482327/1194988) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/150482327/1194989) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/150482327/1194990) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/150482327/1194991) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/150482327/1194992) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/150482327/1194993) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/150482327/1194994) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/150482327/1194995) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/150482327/1194996) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/150482327/1194997) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/150482327/1194998) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/150482327/1194999) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/150482327/1195000) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/150482327/1195001) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/150482327/1195002) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/150482327/1195003) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/150482327/1195004) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/150482327/1195005) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/150482327/1195006) ## Floorplans - ![8NorthStreet-High.jpg](/listings/photos/150482327/1195007) - 8NorthStreet-High.jpg ## EPC Graphs - ![EE Rating](/listings/photos/150482327/1195008) - EE Rating ## FENSA Certificates This property has 2 FENSA certificate(s) on record. ### FENSA Certificate #8390600 - **Address:** 8 North Street, Rothley, LE7 7NN - **Certificate Issued:** 19/09/2011 - **Work Completed:** 15/08/2011 - **Items:** 5 window(s), 1 door(s) ### FENSA Certificate #12122291 - **Address:** 8 North Street, Rothley, LE7 7NN - **Certificate Issued:** 02/01/2017 - **Work Completed:** 17/09/2016 - **Items:** 1 door(s) ## Sales History *Recorded sales for this property. Data from Land Registry Price Paid.* | Address | Price | Date | Type | |---------|-------|------|------| | 8 NORTH STREET, ROTHLEY, LEICESTER, CHARNWOOD, LEICESTERSHIRE, LE7 7NN | £235,000 | 25/04/2025 | Terraced | | 8 NORTH STREET, ROTHLEY, LEICESTER, CHARNWOOD, LEICESTERSHIRE, LE7 7NN | £212,000 | 02/12/2021 | Terraced | | 8 NORTH STREET, ROTHLEY, LEICESTER, CHARNWOOD, LEICESTERSHIRE, LE7 7NN | £152,500 | 12/07/2016 | Terraced | | 8 NORTH STREET, ROTHLEY, LEICESTER, CHARNWOOD, LEICESTERSHIRE, LE7 7NN | £119,500 | 19/08/2005 | Terraced | | 8 NORTH STREET, ROTHLEY, LEICESTER, CHARNWOOD, LEICESTERSHIRE, LE7 7NN | £45,000 | 25/06/1999 | Terraced | | 8 NORTH STREET, ROTHLEY, LEICESTER, CHARNWOOD, LEICESTERSHIRE, LE7 7NN | £36,500 | 30/04/1996 | 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 | |---------|-------|------|------| | 42 WOODGATE, ROTHLEY, LEICESTER, CHARNWOOD, LEICESTERSHIRE, LE7 7LJ | £190,000 | 28/01/2026 | Terraced | | 10 ANTHONY STREET, ROTHLEY, LEICESTER, CHARNWOOD, LEICESTERSHIRE, LE7 7PA | £250,000 | 02/01/2026 | Terraced | | [Same street] 10 NORTH STREET, ROTHLEY, LEICESTER, CHARNWOOD, LEICESTERSHIRE, LE7 7NN | £185,000 | 14/12/2023 | Terraced | | 40 WOODGATE, ROTHLEY, LEICESTER, CHARNWOOD, LEICESTERSHIRE, LE7 7LJ | £145,000 | 07/12/2023 | Terraced | | [Same street] 30 NORTH STREET, ROTHLEY, LEICESTER, CHARNWOOD, LEICESTERSHIRE, LE7 7NN | £350,000 | 09/11/2023 | Terraced | | 42 WOODGATE, ROTHLEY, LEICESTER, CHARNWOOD, LEICESTERSHIRE, LE7 7LJ | £189,000 | 23/06/2023 | Terraced | | 42 MACAULAY ROAD, ROTHLEY, LEICESTER, CHARNWOOD, LEICESTERSHIRE, LE7 7PX | £245,000 | 23/06/2023 | Terraced | | 38 WOODGATE, ROTHLEY, LEICESTER, CHARNWOOD, LEICESTERSHIRE, LE7 7LJ | £117,000 | 21/12/2022 | Terraced | | 33 TOWN GREEN STREET, ROTHLEY, LEICESTER, CHARNWOOD, LEICESTERSHIRE, LE7 7NU | £365,000 | 02/09/2022 | Terraced | | 25 TOWN GREEN STREET, ROTHLEY, LEICESTER, CHARNWOOD, LEICESTERSHIRE, LE7 7NU | £420,000 | 05/08/2022 | Terraced | | [Same street] 29 NORTH STREET, ROTHLEY, LEICESTER, CHARNWOOD, LEICESTERSHIRE, LE7 7NN | £235,000 | 26/07/2022 | Terraced | | 9 WELLSIC LANE, ROTHLEY, LEICESTER, CHARNWOOD, LEICESTERSHIRE, LE7 7QB | £218,000 | 17/03/2022 | Terraced | | 19 MOUNTSORREL LANE, ROTHLEY, LEICESTER, CHARNWOOD, LEICESTERSHIRE, LE7 7PS | £425,000 | 09/03/2022 | Terraced | | 10 ANTHONY STREET, ROTHLEY, LEICESTER, CHARNWOOD, LEICESTERSHIRE, LE7 7PA | £215,000 | 10/12/2021 | Terraced | | 27 FOWKE STREET, ROTHLEY, LEICESTER, CHARNWOOD, LEICESTERSHIRE, LE7 7PJ | £272,500 | 10/12/2021 | Terraced | | 2 FOWKE STREET, ROTHLEY, LEICESTER, CHARNWOOD, LEICESTERSHIRE, LE7 7PJ | £275,000 | 15/11/2021 | Terraced | | 22 HOWE LANE, ROTHLEY, LEICESTER, CHARNWOOD, LEICESTERSHIRE, LE7 7LB | £250,000 | 29/10/2021 | Terraced | | 5 MACAULAY ROAD, ROTHLEY, LEICESTER, CHARNWOOD, LEICESTERSHIRE, LE7 7PY | £255,000 | 01/10/2021 | Terraced | | [Same street] 51 NORTH STREET, ROTHLEY, LEICESTER, CHARNWOOD, LEICESTERSHIRE, LE7 7NN | £240,000 | 15/09/2021 | Semi-detached | **Street average:** £252,500 (4 sales) **Area average:** £255,433 (15 sales) ## Price vs local average *Outcode + property type (HousePrices, last 2 years).* - **Local average:** £221,170 (50 Terraced, LE7, 2024–2026) - **Deviation:** +8.5% ## Rental Range *ONS Price Index of Private Rents (Charnwood). Low / Realistic / Optimistic = conservative / average / best case.* - **Low:** £860/mo - **Realistic:** £955/mo - **Optimistic:** £1,051/mo ## LHA (Local Housing Allowance) *VOA 30th percentile rent floor for Leicester (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026).* - **LHA floor (this property size):** £648/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 | |------|------|------|------|------| | 2 Bed Flat, North Street, LE7 | £2,000/mo | 2 | 0.02 miles | OpenRent | | 2 Bed Terraced House, North Street, LE7 | £1,100/mo | 2 | 0.02 miles | OpenRent | | 2 Bed Flat, Rothley, LE7 | £850/mo | 2 | 0.19 miles | OpenRent | | 2 Bed Semi-Detached House, Armitage Drive, LE7 | £950/mo | 2 | 0.34 miles | OpenRent | | 2 Bed Flat, Rothley, LE7 | £950/mo | 2 | 0.39 miles | OpenRent | | 2 Bed Terraced House, Boundary Road, LE12 | £895/mo | 2 | 0.88 miles | OpenRent | **Average rent: £1,124/mo (6 listings)** ## 1% Rule - **Rent ratio:** 0.4% (weak for cashflow) - **Max investor price (0.8%):** £118,750 - **Target investor price (1%):** £95,000 *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 £950/mo).* - **Gross yield:** 4.8% - **Cost-to-rent:** 21.1× - **Monthly cashflow:** £-115/mo (75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term) - **Cash-on-cash ROI:** -2% *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:** £3,750/m² ## Capital growth trend *Land Registry outcode average from sold prices: last 12 months vs 5y and 10y ago.* - **5y growth:** -2% - **10y growth:** 25.6% ## House Price Index (HM Land Registry) *Official index for Charnwood; Terraced series; as of April 2026.* - **1y growth (index):** 4% - **5y growth (index):** 20% - **10y growth (index):** 53.3% ## 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)