For sale Terraced

179 CHESTER ROAD

NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE CW8 4AG

2 beds 1 baths 484 sq ft Listed 26 Jun 2026 (-38d)

£72,000

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# 2 bedroom terraced house for sale (CW8 4AG)

## Property Details

| Key | Value |
|-----|-------|
| Address | 179 CHESTER ROAD, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE CW8 4AG |
| Price | £72,000 |
| Bedrooms | 2 |
| Bathrooms | 1 |
| Council tax | A |
| Construction age | England and Wales: 1900-1929 |
| Floor area | 45 m² |
| Last sold | £35,000 May 2000 |

## EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost

- **Current rating:** C
- **Potential rating:** C
- **Expiry date:** 30/06/2036
- **Current heating cost:** £551/year
- **Est. upgrade cost to C:** £18,640

### Recommendations
- Q (£7,500 - £11,000)
- E (£360 - £420)
- U (£8,000 - £10,000)

[View full EPC on gov.uk](https://find-energy-certificate.service.gov.uk/energy-certificate/2424-1171-6231-2231-2620)

## Description

The accommodation comprises a lounge and kitchen to the ground floor, whilst the first floor offers two well-proportioned bedrooms and a family bathroom.

Externally, the property benefits from a small front garden, together with an enclosed rear courtyard featuring a brick-built outbuilding. Beyond the courtyard is a further enclosed garden, providing additional outdoor space with plenty of potential.

Whether you're an investor, developer or purchaser looking for a renovation project, this chain-free cottage offers an exciting opportunity in a sought-after location.

**IMPORTANT NOTE TO POTENTIAL PURCHASERS & TENANTS:** We endeavour to make our particulars accurate and reliable, however, they do not constitute or form part of an offer or any contract and none is to be relied upon as statements of representation or fact. The services, systems and appliances listed in this specification have not been tested by us and no guarantee as to their operating ability or efficiency is given. All photographs and measurements have been taken as a guide only and are not precise. Floor plans where included are not to scale and accuracy is not guaranteed. If you require clarification or further information on any points, please contact us, especially if you are traveling some distance to view. POTENTIAL PURCHASERS: Fixtures and fittings other than those mentioned are to be agreed with the seller. POTENTIAL TENANTS: All properties are available for a minimum length of time, with the exception of short term accommodation. Please contact the branch for details. A security deposit of at least one month’s rent is required. Rent is to be paid one month in advance. It is the tenant’s responsibility to insure any personal possessions. Payment of all utilities including water rates or metered supply and Council Tax is the responsibility of the tenant in most cases.

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## Floorplans

- ![Floorplan](/listings/photos/90178227/1371821) - Floorplan

## Sales History

*Recorded sales for this property. Data from Land Registry Price Paid.*

| Address | Price | Date | Type |
|---------|-------|------|------|
| 179 CHESTER ROAD, NORTHWICH, VALE ROYAL, CHESHIRE, CW8 4AG | £35,000 | 18/05/2000 | 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 |
|---------|-------|------|------|
| 15 SYDNEY STREET, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW8 4AP | £255,000 | 26/01/2026 | Terraced |
| 5 SYDNEY STREET, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW8 4AP | £200,000 | 20/01/2026 | Terraced |
| 10 MANOR STREET, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW8 4AJ | £190,000 | 11/07/2025 | Terraced |
| 14 SYDNEY STREET, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW8 4AP | £155,000 | 23/10/2023 | Terraced |
| 5 MANOR STREET, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW8 4AJ | £162,500 | 20/10/2023 | Terraced |
| [Same street] 175 CHESTER ROAD, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW8 4AG | £129,000 | 29/09/2023 | Terraced |
| 15 FIELD CLOSE, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW8 4UG | £90,000 | 09/06/2023 | Terraced |
| 23 SYDNEY STREET, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW8 4AP | £182,000 | 28/04/2023 | Terraced |
| [Same street] 193 CHESTER ROAD, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW8 4AG | £230,000 | 25/01/2023 | Terraced |
| 5 HEYSOMS CLOSE, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW8 4AF | £202,500 | 31/08/2022 | Terraced |
| [Same street] 195 CHESTER ROAD, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW8 4AG | £230,000 | 12/08/2022 | Terraced |
| 24A SYDNEY STREET, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW8 4AP | £278,500 | 19/05/2022 | Terraced |
| 32 SYDNEY STREET, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW8 4AP | £163,000 | 11/05/2022 | Terraced |
| 28 CLOVERDALE, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW8 4UE | £95,000 | 18/03/2022 | Terraced |
| TRESCO HEYSOMS AVENUE, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW8 4AE | £237,500 | 01/02/2022 | Terraced |
| [Same street] 173 CHESTER ROAD, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW8 4AG | £101,000 | 29/11/2021 | Terraced |
| 18 WOODLEA COURT, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW8 4TG | £151,000 | 22/11/2021 | Terraced |
| [Same street] 197 FLAT D CHESTER ROAD, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW8 4AG | £65,000 | 11/11/2021 | Flat |
| [Same street] 197 FLAT C CHESTER ROAD, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW8 4AG | £70,000 | 11/11/2021 | Flat |
| [Same street] 197 FLAT B CHESTER ROAD, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW8 4AG | £65,000 | 11/11/2021 | Flat |
| [Same street] 195A CHESTER ROAD, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW8 4AG | £100,000 | 11/11/2021 | Semi-detached |
| [Same street] 195B CHESTER ROAD, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW8 4AG | £80,000 | 11/11/2021 | Semi-detached |
| [Same street] 197 FLAT A CHESTER ROAD, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW8 4AG | £70,000 | 11/11/2021 | Flat |
| 16 SYDNEY STREET, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW8 4AP | £166,000 | 08/11/2021 | Terraced |
| 9 MANOR STREET, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW8 4AJ | £165,000 | 30/09/2021 | Terraced |
| 9 ROYLES PLACE, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW8 4AH | £185,000 | 18/08/2021 | Terraced |
| 17 SYDNEY STREET, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW8 4AP | £195,000 | 13/08/2021 | Terraced |

**Street average:** £114,000 (10 sales)
**Area average:** £180,765 (17 sales)

## Price vs local average

*Outcode + property type (HousePrices, last 2 years).*

- **Local average:** £195,889 (48 Terraced, CW8, 2024–2026)
- **Deviation:** -63.2%

## Rental Range

*ONS Price Index of Private Rents (Cheshire West and Chester). Low / Realistic / Optimistic = conservative / average / best case.*

- **Low:** £883/mo
- **Realistic:** £981/mo
- **Optimistic:** £1,079/mo

## 1% Rule

- **Rent ratio:** 1.36% (strong)
- **Max investor price (0.8%):** £122,625
- **Target investor price (1%):** £98,100

*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 Area rent estimate.*

## Price per Square Metre

- **£/m²:** £1,600/m²

## Capital growth trend

*Land Registry outcode average from sold prices: last 12 months vs 5y and 10y ago.*

- **5y growth:** 18.1%
- **10y growth:** 17.8%

## House Price Index (HM Land Registry)

*Official index for Cheshire West and Chester; Terraced series; as of April 2026.*

- **1y growth (index):** 2.7%
- **5y growth (index):** 21.3%
- **10y growth (index):** 52.7%

## 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)

Listing type

Auction

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Property details

Listing category

Auction

Tenure

FREEHOLD

Floor area

45 m²

Council tax band

EPC rating

Year built

England and Wales: 1900-1929

Last sold

£35,000 May 2000

Price per m²

£1,600/m²

Local average

£195,889 (-63.2%)

Deprivation

Decile 8 (25,289 of 33,755)

Street crime

116 incidents within 1 mile (Jun 2026)

Key features

For Sale by Auction – T & C’s apply
Subject to Reserve Price
Buyers fees apply
10% deposit payable

Additional details

Parking: On street
Garden: Yes

Description

Offered for sale via Auction with no onward chain, this vacant two-bedroom mid-terraced cottage presents an excellent opportunity for buyers looking to renovate and add value. Requiring modernisation throughout, the property offers fantastic potential and is one not to be missed.

The accommodation comprises a lounge and kitchen to the ground floor, whilst the first floor offers two well-proportioned bedrooms and a family bathroom.

Externally, the property benefits from a small front garden, together with an enclosed rear courtyard featuring a brick-built outbuilding. Beyond the courtyard is a further enclosed garden, providing additional outdoor space with plenty of potential.

Whether you're an investor, developer or purchaser looking for a renovation project, this chain-free cottage offers an exciting opportunity in a sought-after location.

IMPORTANT NOTE TO POTENTIAL PURCHASERS & TENANTS: We endeavour to make our particulars accurate and reliable, however, they do not constitute or form part of an offer or any contract and none is to be relied upon as statements of representation or fact. The services, systems and appliances listed in this specification have not been tested by us and no guarantee as to their operating ability or efficiency is given. All photographs and measurements have been taken as a guide only and are not precise. Floor plans where included are not to scale and accuracy is not guaranteed. If you require clarification or further information on any points, please contact us, especially if you are traveling some distance to view. POTENTIAL PURCHASERS: Fixtures and fittings other than those mentioned are to be agreed with the seller. POTENTIAL TENANTS: All properties are available for a minimum length of time, with the exception of short term accommodation. Please contact the branch for details. A security deposit of at least one month’s rent is required. Rent is to be paid one month in advance. It is the tenant’s responsibility to insure any personal possessions. Payment of all utilities including water rates or metered supply and Council Tax is the responsibility of the tenant in most cases.

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Listed by

Northwich

Favsco 23 Ltd - LSL Franchise

Reference: 90178227

EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost

Current rating: C

Potential rating: C

Inspection date: 01/07/2026

Expiry date: 30/06/2036

Current heating cost: £551/year

Potential heating cost: £431/year

Est. upgrade cost to C: £18,640

Recommendations

50 mm internal or external wall insulation (£7,500 - £11,000)
Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (£360 - £420)
Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp (£8,000 - £10,000)

View full EPC on gov.uk

Flood risk

Zone: 1

Risk: Low

Job (default Low)

Floorplans

Floorplan

Price history

Event	Date	Price	% change
Listed for sale	—	£72,000	+105.7%
Sold	18/05/2000 (26 years ago)	£35,000	—

Source: HM Land Registry Price Paid Data. Crown copyright.

Sold Comparables

Same street and nearby sales within 0.25 miles (last 5 years). Data from Land Registry Price Paid.

Address	Price	Date	Type
15 SYDNEY STREET, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW8 4AP	£255,000	26/01/2026	Terraced
5 SYDNEY STREET, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW8 4AP	£200,000	20/01/2026	Terraced
10 MANOR STREET, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW8 4AJ	£190,000	11/07/2025	Terraced
14 SYDNEY STREET, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW8 4AP	£155,000	23/10/2023	Terraced
5 MANOR STREET, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW8 4AJ	£162,500	20/10/2023	Terraced
Same street 175 CHESTER ROAD, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW8 4AG	£129,000	29/09/2023	Terraced
15 FIELD CLOSE, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW8 4UG	£90,000	09/06/2023	Terraced
23 SYDNEY STREET, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW8 4AP	£182,000	28/04/2023	Terraced
Same street 193 CHESTER ROAD, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW8 4AG	£230,000	25/01/2023	Terraced
5 HEYSOMS CLOSE, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW8 4AF	£202,500	31/08/2022	Terraced
Same street 195 CHESTER ROAD, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW8 4AG	£230,000	12/08/2022	Terraced
24A SYDNEY STREET, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW8 4AP	£278,500	19/05/2022	Terraced
32 SYDNEY STREET, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW8 4AP	£163,000	11/05/2022	Terraced
28 CLOVERDALE, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW8 4UE	£95,000	18/03/2022	Terraced
TRESCO HEYSOMS AVENUE, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW8 4AE	£237,500	01/02/2022	Terraced
Same street 173 CHESTER ROAD, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW8 4AG	£101,000	29/11/2021	Terraced
18 WOODLEA COURT, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW8 4TG	£151,000	22/11/2021	Terraced
Same street 197 FLAT D CHESTER ROAD, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW8 4AG	£65,000	11/11/2021	Flat
Same street 197 FLAT C CHESTER ROAD, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW8 4AG	£70,000	11/11/2021	Flat
Same street 197 FLAT B CHESTER ROAD, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW8 4AG	£65,000	11/11/2021	Flat
Same street 195A CHESTER ROAD, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW8 4AG	£100,000	11/11/2021	Semi-detached
Same street 195B CHESTER ROAD, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW8 4AG	£80,000	11/11/2021	Semi-detached
Same street 197 FLAT A CHESTER ROAD, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW8 4AG	£70,000	11/11/2021	Flat
16 SYDNEY STREET, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW8 4AP	£166,000	08/11/2021	Terraced
9 MANOR STREET, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW8 4AJ	£165,000	30/09/2021	Terraced
9 ROYLES PLACE, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW8 4AH	£185,000	18/08/2021	Terraced
17 SYDNEY STREET, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW8 4AP	£195,000	13/08/2021	Terraced

Street average: £114,000 (10 sales)

Area average: £180,765 (17 sales)

Capital growth trend

Land Registry outcode average: last 12 months vs 5y and 10y ago (from sold prices).

5y growth 18.1%

10y growth 17.8%

House Price Index (HM Land Registry — official index, not sold-price averages): Cheshire West and Chester. Series: Terraced. As of April 2026.

1y (index) 2.7%

5y (index) 21.3%

10y (index) 52.7%

Rental Range

Estimated market rent for Cheshire West and Chester. Low = conservative, Realistic = average, Optimistic = best case.

Low £883/mo

Realistic £981/mo

Optimistic £1,079/mo

Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → Cheshire West and Chester.

Location

Map view View on Google Maps View on OpenStreetMap Street View CW8 4AG

Nearby

Nearest stations, universities and amenities (distance from property).

Type	Name	Distance
Bus stop	Greenbank, Chester Road / Greenbank Hotel	0.1 miles
Train station	Greenbank	0.1 miles
Shop	Tesco Express	0.5 miles
Shop	Cyclelife	0.5 miles
Train station	Hartford	1.2 miles
Hospital	Tarporley War Memorial Hospital	8.5 miles
University	University of Chester - Warrington Campus	11.3 miles
Hospital	Altrincham Hospital	11.8 miles
University	University of Buckingham Crewe Campus	11.9 miles

Street-level crime

Category	Count
Violence and sexual offences	66
Public order	17
Anti-social behaviour	12
Criminal damage and arson	7
Other theft	6
Vehicle crime	3
Burglary	2
Other crime	1
Possession of weapons	1
Shoplifting	1
Total incidents	116

Within 1 mile during Jun 2026. Source: data.police.uk (England & Wales).

Schools nearby

Nearest open schools with Ofsted ratings (England). Closed schools are not shown. Data from Get Information about Schools and Ofsted.

Name	Type	Distance	Ofsted
Winnington Park Community Primary and Nursery School	Primary	0.2 miles	Good — 14 Jun 2022
OneSchool Global Northwich	Other	0.3 miles	— (No rating)
Greenbank School	Other	0.4 miles	Requires improvement — 10 May 2023
St Nicholas Catholic High School	Secondary	0.4 miles	Good — 7 May 2024
St Wilfrid's Catholic Primary School	Primary	0.4 miles	Good — 14 Nov 2012

Rental Comparables

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Rent-driven metrics

Based on Area rent estimate.

Rent ratio 1.36%

Max investor price (0.8%) £122,625

Target investor price (1%) £98,100

Rent ratio — Monthly rent ÷ purchase price (1% rule). 1%+ = strong, 0.8–1% = okay, <0.8% = weak for cashflow.
Max investor price — Rent ÷ 0.8%; the price at which rent would be 0.8% of price (Stoke-style target).
Target investor price — Rent ÷ 1%; the price at which rent would be 1% of price (strong cashflow band).
Gross yield — Annual rent as % of purchase price (no costs).