# 3 bedroom semi-detached house for sale (S42 5TN)

## Property Details

| Key | Value |
|-----|-------|
| Address | 189 MASEFIELD AVENUE, CHESTERFIELD, HOLMEWOOD, DERBYSHIRE S42 5TN |
| Price | £195,000 |
| Bedrooms | 3 |
| Bathrooms | 2 |
| Council tax | B |
| Floor area | 75 m² |
| Last sold | £190,000 Mar 2026 |

## EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost

- **Current rating:** B
- **Potential rating:** A
- **Expiry date:** 25/06/2027
- **Current heating cost:** £255/year
- **Est. upgrade cost to C:** £11,500

### Recommendations
- 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/8609-8565-7239-8427-3633)

## Description

Situated on the south side of Chesterfield, in the popular area of Holmewood, this well-presented three-bedroom semi-detached home offers stylish and comfortable living — ideal for families or first-time buyers. 

The location provides ideal access to the Five Pits Trail, a great spot for walking and cycling, along with a good range of local amenities and easy access to the M1 (J29), making it perfect for commuters.

Upon entering, you are welcomed into a bright and spacious lounge, leading through to a modern fitted kitchen that opens into a dining area — an excellent space for family meals or entertaining guests. A downstairs WC adds extra convenience to the ground floor.

Upstairs, the home offers three good-sized bedrooms, providing plenty of space for the whole family, along with a modern, fully tiled three-piece bathroom suite.

Further benefits include gas central heating and uPVC double glazing throughout.

Outside, the property enjoys a good-sized rear garden with a patio area, ideal for outdoor dining and relaxation. To the front, there is driveway parking, providing off-road space.

A fantastic opportunity to purchase a beautifully maintained home in a sought-after location — early viewing is highly recommended. Call Hunters to view now!

FREEHOLD I TAX BAND B I EPC RATING B

**Disclosure** - ADVERT & DESCRIPTION DISCLAIMER;

These particulars are intended to give a fair and reliable description of the property but no responsibility for any inaccuracy or error can be accepted and do not constitute an offer or contract. 

We have not tested any services or appliances (including central heating if fitted) referred to in these particulars and the purchasers are advised to satisfy themselves as to the working order and condition. 

If a property is unoccupied at any time there may be reconnection charges for any switched off/disconnected or drained services or appliances.

All measurements are approximate.

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## Property Photos

- ![FRONT 02.jpg](/listings/photos/173236664/1299895) - FRONT 02.jpg
- ![REAR 07.jpg](/listings/photos/173236664/1299896) - REAR 07.jpg
- ![KITCHEN DINER 02.jpg](/listings/photos/173236664/1299897) - KITCHEN DINER 02.jpg
- ![DINER.jpg](/listings/photos/173236664/1299898) - DINER.jpg
- ![KITCHEN 02.jpg](/listings/photos/173236664/1299899) - KITCHEN 02.jpg
- ![KITCHEN.jpg](/listings/photos/173236664/1299900) - KITCHEN.jpg
- ![LOUNGE 02.jpg](/listings/photos/173236664/1299901) - LOUNGE 02.jpg
- ![LOUNGE 04.jpg](/listings/photos/173236664/1299902) - LOUNGE 04.jpg
- ![WC.jpg](/listings/photos/173236664/1299903) - WC.jpg
- ![BEDROOM 1 02.jpg](/listings/photos/173236664/1299904) - BEDROOM 1 02.jpg
- ![BEDROOM 2.jpg](/listings/photos/173236664/1299905) - BEDROOM 2.jpg
- ![BEDROOM 2 03.jpg](/listings/photos/173236664/1299906) - BEDROOM 2 03.jpg
- ![BEDROOM 3 02.jpg](/listings/photos/173236664/1299907) - BEDROOM 3 02.jpg
- ![BATHROOM.jpg](/listings/photos/173236664/1299908) - BATHROOM.jpg
- ![REAR 04.jpg](/listings/photos/173236664/1299909) - REAR 04.jpg
- ![REAR 03.jpg](/listings/photos/173236664/1299910) - REAR 03.jpg

## Floorplans

- ![FLOORPLAN.png](/listings/photos/173236664/1299911) - FLOORPLAN.png

## EPC Graphs

- ![EE Rating](/listings/photos/173236664/1299912) - EE Rating

## Sales History

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

| Address | Price | Date | Type |
|---------|-------|------|------|
| 189 MASEFIELD AVENUE, HOLMEWOOD, CHESTERFIELD, NORTH EAST DERBYSHIRE, DERBYSHIRE, S42 5TN | £190,000 | 27/03/2026 | Terraced |
| 189 MASEFIELD AVENUE, HOLMEWOOD, CHESTERFIELD, NORTH EAST DERBYSHIRE, DERBYSHIRE, S42 5TN | £126,995 | 30/06/2017 | 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 |
|---------|-------|------|------|
| [Same street] 163 MASEFIELD AVENUE, HOLMEWOOD, CHESTERFIELD, NORTH EAST DERBYSHIRE, DERBYSHIRE, S42 5TN | £140,000 | 27/03/2026 | Semi-detached |
| 26 HALL FARM GARDENS, HOLMEWOOD, CHESTERFIELD, NORTH EAST DERBYSHIRE, DERBYSHIRE, S42 5RG | £198,000 | 16/01/2026 | Semi-detached |
| [Same street] 175 MASEFIELD AVENUE, HOLMEWOOD, CHESTERFIELD, NORTH EAST DERBYSHIRE, DERBYSHIRE, S42 5TN | £198,000 | 19/12/2025 | Detached |
| 88 MASEFIELD AVENUE, HOLMEWOOD, CHESTERFIELD, NORTH EAST DERBYSHIRE, DERBYSHIRE, S42 5TL | £186,000 | 24/11/2025 | Semi-detached |
| 25 HUNLOKE ROAD, HOLMEWOOD, CHESTERFIELD, NORTH EAST DERBYSHIRE, DERBYSHIRE, S42 5RZ | £72,000 | 21/11/2025 | Semi-detached |
| 78 SHAKESPEARE STREET, HOLMEWOOD, CHESTERFIELD, NORTH EAST DERBYSHIRE, DERBYSHIRE, S42 5TP | £85,000 | 12/09/2025 | Semi-detached |
| [Same street] 167 MASEFIELD AVENUE, HOLMEWOOD, CHESTERFIELD, NORTH EAST DERBYSHIRE, DERBYSHIRE, S42 5TN | £182,000 | 14/02/2025 | Semi-detached |
| 43 ROSEBUD WAY, HOLMEWOOD, CHESTERFIELD, NORTH EAST DERBYSHIRE, DERBYSHIRE, S42 5FG | £170,000 | 20/12/2024 | Semi-detached |
| [Same street] 95 MASEFIELD AVENUE, HOLMEWOOD, CHESTERFIELD, NORTH EAST DERBYSHIRE, DERBYSHIRE, S42 5TN | £245,000 | 10/11/2023 | Detached |
| 15 MASEFIELD PLACE, HOLMEWOOD, CHESTERFIELD, NORTH EAST DERBYSHIRE, DERBYSHIRE, S42 5FU | £150,000 | 03/11/2023 | Semi-detached |
| 17 MASEFIELD AVENUE, HOLMEWOOD, CHESTERFIELD, NORTH EAST DERBYSHIRE, DERBYSHIRE, S42 5TJ | £132,000 | 29/09/2023 | Semi-detached |
| 43 SEARSTON AVENUE, HOLMEWOOD, CHESTERFIELD, NORTH EAST DERBYSHIRE, DERBYSHIRE, S42 5QZ | £145,950 | 15/09/2023 | Semi-detached |
| [Same street] 161 MASEFIELD AVENUE, HOLMEWOOD, CHESTERFIELD, NORTH EAST DERBYSHIRE, DERBYSHIRE, S42 5TN | £140,000 | 21/04/2023 | Semi-detached |
| [Same street] 121 MASEFIELD AVENUE, HOLMEWOOD, CHESTERFIELD, NORTH EAST DERBYSHIRE, DERBYSHIRE, S42 5TN | £150,000 | 09/12/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 17 MASEFIELD WAY, HOLMEWOOD, CHESTERFIELD, NORTH EAST DERBYSHIRE, DERBYSHIRE, S42 5FX | £190,000 | 05/12/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 5 ROSEBUD WAY, HOLMEWOOD, CHESTERFIELD, NORTH EAST DERBYSHIRE, DERBYSHIRE, S42 5FG | £190,000 | 25/11/2022 | Semi-detached |
| [Same street] 89 MASEFIELD AVENUE, HOLMEWOOD, CHESTERFIELD, NORTH EAST DERBYSHIRE, DERBYSHIRE, S42 5TN | £257,000 | 04/11/2022 | Detached |
| 142 MASEFIELD AVENUE, HOLMEWOOD, CHESTERFIELD, NORTH EAST DERBYSHIRE, DERBYSHIRE, S42 5TL | £175,000 | 28/10/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 26 HUNLOKE ROAD, HOLMEWOOD, CHESTERFIELD, NORTH EAST DERBYSHIRE, DERBYSHIRE, S42 5RX | £135,000 | 19/10/2022 | Semi-detached |
| [Same street] 65 MASEFIELD AVENUE, HOLMEWOOD, CHESTERFIELD, NORTH EAST DERBYSHIRE, DERBYSHIRE, S42 5TN | £160,000 | 16/09/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 85 SEARSTON AVENUE, HOLMEWOOD, CHESTERFIELD, NORTH EAST DERBYSHIRE, DERBYSHIRE, S42 5QZ | £152,000 | 08/09/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 28 SHAKESPEARE STREET, HOLMEWOOD, CHESTERFIELD, NORTH EAST DERBYSHIRE, DERBYSHIRE, S42 5TP | £140,000 | 05/09/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 66 HEATH ROAD, HOLMEWOOD, CHESTERFIELD, NORTH EAST DERBYSHIRE, DERBYSHIRE, S42 5SW | £131,000 | 02/09/2022 | Semi-detached |
| [Same street] 127 MASEFIELD AVENUE, HOLMEWOOD, CHESTERFIELD, NORTH EAST DERBYSHIRE, DERBYSHIRE, S42 5TN | £220,000 | 17/08/2022 | Detached |
| [Same street] 183 MASEFIELD AVENUE, HOLMEWOOD, CHESTERFIELD, NORTH EAST DERBYSHIRE, DERBYSHIRE, S42 5TN | £168,000 | 11/08/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 41 ROSEBUD WAY, HOLMEWOOD, CHESTERFIELD, NORTH EAST DERBYSHIRE, DERBYSHIRE, S42 5FG | £185,000 | 05/08/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 98 HEATH ROAD, HOLMEWOOD, CHESTERFIELD, NORTH EAST DERBYSHIRE, DERBYSHIRE, S42 5SH | £155,000 | 08/07/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 31 ROSEBUD WAY, HOLMEWOOD, CHESTERFIELD, NORTH EAST DERBYSHIRE, DERBYSHIRE, S42 5FG | £140,000 | 30/06/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 8 LAWRENCE AVENUE, HOLMEWOOD, CHESTERFIELD, NORTH EAST DERBYSHIRE, DERBYSHIRE, S42 5TS | £53,750 | 29/06/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 57 HEATH ROAD, HOLMEWOOD, CHESTERFIELD, NORTH EAST DERBYSHIRE, DERBYSHIRE, S42 5SJ | £139,000 | 23/06/2022 | Semi-detached |
| [Same street] 43 MASEFIELD AVENUE, HOLMEWOOD, CHESTERFIELD, NORTH EAST DERBYSHIRE, DERBYSHIRE, S42 5TN | £54,000 | 20/05/2022 | Semi-detached |
| [Same street] 67 MASEFIELD AVENUE, HOLMEWOOD, CHESTERFIELD, NORTH EAST DERBYSHIRE, DERBYSHIRE, S42 5TN | £202,000 | 06/05/2022 | Detached |
| [Same street] 123 MASEFIELD AVENUE, HOLMEWOOD, CHESTERFIELD, NORTH EAST DERBYSHIRE, DERBYSHIRE, S42 5TN | £130,000 | 25/03/2022 | Semi-detached |
| [Same street] 191 MASEFIELD AVENUE, HOLMEWOOD, CHESTERFIELD, NORTH EAST DERBYSHIRE, DERBYSHIRE, S42 5TN | £230,750 | 03/09/2021 | Detached |
| [Same street] 87 MASEFIELD AVENUE, HOLMEWOOD, CHESTERFIELD, NORTH EAST DERBYSHIRE, DERBYSHIRE, S42 5TN | £172,000 | 23/08/2021 | Detached |

**Street average:** £176,583 (15 sales)
**Area average:** £146,235 (20 sales)

## Price vs local average

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

- **Local average:** £187,166 (38 Semi-detached, S42, 2024–2026)
- **Deviation:** +4.2%

## Rental Range

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

- **Low:** £697/mo
- **Realistic:** £774/mo
- **Optimistic:** £851/mo

## LHA (Local Housing Allowance)

*VOA 30th percentile rent floor for Chesterfield (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026).*

- **LHA floor (this property size):** £598/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, Masefield Avenue, S42 | £1,050/mo | 3 | 0.04 miles | OpenRent |
| 3 Bed Semi-Detached House, Heath Road, S42 | £925/mo | 3 | 0.23 miles | OpenRent |

**Average rent: £988/mo (2 listings)**

## 1% Rule

- **Rent ratio:** 0.51% (weak for cashflow)
- **Max investor price (0.8%):** £123,500
- **Target investor price (1%):** £98,800

*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 £988/mo).*

- **Gross yield:** 6.1%
- **Cost-to-rent:** 16.5×
- **Monthly cashflow:** £96/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:** £2,600/m²

## Capital growth trend

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

- **5y growth:** -3.5%
- **10y growth:** 28.2%

## House Price Index (HM Land Registry)

*Official index for North East Derbyshire; Semi-detached series; as of April 2026.*

- **1y growth (index):** 6.6%
- **5y growth (index):** 23.9%
- **10y growth (index):** 56.9%

## Flood risk

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

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