# 3 bedroom semi-detached house for sale (L20 6LW)

## Property Details

| Key | Value |
|-----|-------|
| Address | 28 ROSE AVENUE, BOOTLE, MERSEYSIDE L20 6LW |
| Price | £180,000 |
| Bedrooms | 3 |
| Bathrooms | 1 |
| Council tax | B |
| Last sold | £190,000 Apr 2026 |

## EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost

- **Current rating:** C
- **Potential rating:** B
- **Expiry date:** 01/11/2027
- **Current heating cost:** £419/year
- **Est. upgrade cost to C:** £12,500

### Recommendations
- W1 (£800 - £1,200)
- N (£4,000 - £6,000)
- U (£5,000 - £8,000)

[View full EPC on gov.uk](https://find-energy-certificate.service.gov.uk/energy-certificate/8499-1225-1529-4207-5933)

## Description

This delightful extended three-bedroom semi-detached family home presents an excellent opportunity for those seeking comfort and convenience. As you step inside, you are greeted by a porch then a warm and inviting reception room, perfect for unwinding or hosting family gatherings. The property has been enhanced with new flooring throughout, adding a fresh touch to the living space.

The well-appointed kitchen features modern wall tiles and an extended area that includes a convenient WC. The three generously sized bedrooms provide ample space for a growing family, dressing room, or even a home office, catering to a variety of lifestyle needs. The newly fitted bathroom is ideally located, ensuring easy access for all residents.

Outside, the property boasts a good-sized garden that has been paved recently for low maintenance, allowing you to enjoy outdoor space without the hassle of extensive upkeep. Additionally, off-road parking for one vehicle is available at the front, adding to the practicality of this home.

Situated in a vibrant community, this residence benefits from proximity to local amenities, schools, and excellent transport links, making it an ideal choice for families and commuters alike. The friendly atmosphere of the neighbourhood further enhances the appeal of this property, making it a wonderful place to call home.

In summary, this three-bedroom semi-detached house on Rose Avenue is a remarkable find for anyone in search of a family home in Bootle. With its spacious layout, prime location, and the added advantage of no chain, this property is not to be overlooked. We encourage you to arrange a viewing and explore the potential this charming home has to offer.

## Property Photos

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## Floorplans

- ![28RoseAvenueL206LW-High (3).jpg](/listings/photos/171557777/2177069) - 28RoseAvenueL206LW-High (3).jpg

## EPC Graphs

- ![EE Rating](/listings/photos/171557777/2177070) - EE Rating

## FENSA Certificates

This property has 1 FENSA certificate(s) on record.

### FENSA Certificate #1249631
- **Address:** 28 Rose Avenue, BOOTLE, L20 6LW
- **Certificate Issued:** 17/11/2003
- **Work Completed:** 03/11/2003
- **Items:** 14 window(s), 3 door(s)

## Sales History

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

| Address | Price | Date | Type |
|---------|-------|------|------|
| 28 ROSE AVENUE, BOOTLE, SEFTON, MERSEYSIDE, L20 6LW | £190,000 | 24/04/2026 | Semi-detached |
| 28 ROSE AVENUE, BOOTLE, SEFTON, MERSEYSIDE, L20 6LW | £43,500 | 28/07/1999 | Semi-detached |

## Sold Comparables

*Same street and nearby sales within 0.25 miles. Data from Land Registry Price Paid. Last 5 years.*

| Address | Price | Date | Type |
|---------|-------|------|------|
| 31 MELVILLE ROAD, BOOTLE, SEFTON, MERSEYSIDE, L20 6ND | £196,500 | 19/12/2025 | Semi-detached |
| 6 HAVELOCK ROAD, BOOTLE, SEFTON, MERSEYSIDE, L20 6GA | £200,000 | 04/12/2025 | Semi-detached |
| 4 CARR ROAD, BOOTLE, SEFTON, MERSEYSIDE, L20 6EA | £160,000 | 28/11/2025 | Semi-detached |
| 14 LIBREX CLOSE, BOOTLE, SEFTON, MERSEYSIDE, L20 6GG | £222,000 | 24/10/2025 | Semi-detached |
| 5 MELVILLE ROAD, BOOTLE, SEFTON, MERSEYSIDE, L20 6ND | £182,000 | 26/06/2025 | Semi-detached |
| 56 SPRINGWELL ROAD, BOOTLE, SEFTON, MERSEYSIDE, L20 6LZ | £210,000 | 09/05/2025 | Semi-detached |
| 41 MELVILLE ROAD, BOOTLE, SEFTON, MERSEYSIDE, L20 6ND | £220,000 | 07/05/2025 | Semi-detached |
| 4 HARRIS DRIVE, BOOTLE, SEFTON, MERSEYSIDE, L20 6LG | £135,000 | 02/05/2025 | Semi-detached |
| 25 MELVILLE ROAD, BOOTLE, SEFTON, MERSEYSIDE, L20 6ND | £188,000 | 13/01/2025 | Semi-detached |
| [Same street] 44 ROSE AVENUE, BOOTLE, SEFTON, MERSEYSIDE, L20 6LW | £160,000 | 20/12/2023 | Semi-detached |
| 25 MOUNT AVENUE, BOOTLE, SEFTON, MERSEYSIDE, L20 6DT | £165,000 | 30/11/2023 | Semi-detached |
| 5 HEATHFIELD DRIVE, BOOTLE, SEFTON, MERSEYSIDE, L20 6GE | £195,000 | 27/10/2023 | Semi-detached |
| 23 MELVILLE ROAD, BOOTLE, SEFTON, MERSEYSIDE, L20 6ND | £175,000 | 07/07/2023 | Semi-detached |
| 6 GLYNNE DRIVE, BOOTLE, SEFTON, MERSEYSIDE, L20 6FB | £185,000 | 03/02/2023 | Semi-detached |
| 15 MELVILLE ROAD, BOOTLE, SEFTON, MERSEYSIDE, L20 6ND | £180,000 | 27/01/2023 | Semi-detached |
| 5 CARR ROAD, BOOTLE, SEFTON, MERSEYSIDE, L20 6EA | £165,000 | 09/12/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 33 NORMAN ROAD, BOOTLE, SEFTON, MERSEYSIDE, L20 6NH | £185,000 | 02/12/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 37 NORMAN ROAD, BOOTLE, SEFTON, MERSEYSIDE, L20 6NH | £164,000 | 01/12/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 119 MONFA ROAD, BOOTLE, SEFTON, MERSEYSIDE, L20 6JS | £185,000 | 28/11/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 7 HEATHFIELD DRIVE, BOOTLE, SEFTON, MERSEYSIDE, L20 6GE | £170,000 | 24/11/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 59 MELVILLE ROAD, BOOTLE, SEFTON, MERSEYSIDE, L20 6NE | £150,000 | 11/11/2022 | Semi-detached |
| [Same street] 30 ROSE AVENUE, BOOTLE, SEFTON, MERSEYSIDE, L20 6LW | £145,000 | 16/09/2021 | Semi-detached |

**Street average:** £152,500 (2 sales)
**Area average:** £181,625 (20 sales)

## Price vs local average

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

- **Local average:** £191,309 (34 Semi-detached, L20, 2024–2026)
- **Deviation:** -5.9%

## Rental Range

*ONS Price Index of Private Rents (Sefton). Low / Realistic / Optimistic = conservative / average / best case.*

- **Low:** £842/mo
- **Realistic:** £935/mo
- **Optimistic:** £1,029/mo

## LHA (Local Housing Allowance)

*VOA 30th percentile rent floor for Greater Liverpool (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 |
|------|------|------|------|------|
| 3 Bed Maisonette, Stella Precinct Seaforth Road, L21 | £695/mo | 3 | 0.76 miles | OpenRent |

**Average rent: £695/mo (1 listing)**

## 1% Rule

- **Rent ratio:** 0.39% (weak for cashflow)
- **Max investor price (0.8%):** £86,875
- **Target investor price (1%):** £69,500

*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 £695/mo).*

- **Gross yield:** 4.6%
- **Cost-to-rent:** 21.6×
- **Monthly cashflow:** £-108/mo (75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term)
- **Cash-on-cash ROI:** -2.5%

*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:** £2,535/m²

## Capital growth trend

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

- **5y growth:** 16.9%
- **10y growth:** 83%

## House Price Index (HM Land Registry)

*Official index for Sefton; Semi-detached series; as of June 2026.*

- **1y growth (index):** 5.9%
- **5y growth (index):** 28.3%
- **10y growth (index):** 62.1%

## Flood risk

- **Zone:** 1
- **Risk:** Low
- **Source:** Job (default Low)

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