9 PALMERSTON CLOSE
CHESTER, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER CH1 5DA
£340,000
Property details
Tenure
FREEHOLD
Floor area
115 m²
Council tax band
C
EPC rating
C
Year built
England and Wales: 1976-1982
Last sold
£340,500 Nov 2024
Price per m²
£2,957/m²
Local average
£413,928 (-17.9%)
Deprivation
Decile 8 (26,256 of 33,755)
Street crime
258 incidents within 1 mile (Mar 2026)
Key features
- MODERN DETACHED HOME
- THREE BEDROOMS
- OPEN PLAN LIVING
- BIFOLD DOORS
- GARAGE
- DESIRABLE LOCATION
- LARGE REAR GARDEN
- OFF ROAD PARKING
- 25 MINUTE WALK INTO CHESTER CITY CENTRE
Additional details
- Parking
- Yes
- Garden
- Yes
Description
Description - Situated on a generous-sized plot within a quiet cul-de-sac, this detached family home offers easy access to Chester city centre, the Greyhound Retail Park, and local motorway networks. The property has undergone extensive extensions and internal refurbishment in recent years and should be viewed to be fully appreciated. Benefiting from gas central heating and UPVC double glazing, the property briefly comprises an entrance porch with a glazed door opening to a lounge. The lounge leads to a spacious and light open-plan kitchen, dining, and sitting room with sliding and folding doors opening to the rear garden. A door off the kitchen opens to a utility room and a cloakroom WC. The first-floor landing provides access to three bedrooms and a contemporary four-piece bathroom suite. Externally, the property is approached via brick-block off-road parking leading to the front. The rear garden is predominantly laid to lawn with a large patio area and sleeper-raised planters, all enclosed by timber fence panels. Gated side access leads to the woodland located adjacent to the plot.
Location - Palmerston Close is a residential area located in the North-western part of the historic city of Chester. This neighbourhood offers a blend of suburban tranquillity and convenient access to urban amenities. Characterized by modern family homes and well-maintained streets, it is a desirable location for families and professionals alike. The area is well-connected by public transport, with easy access to major roads and Chester's main railway station, facilitating commutes to nearby cities such as Liverpool and Manchester. Additionally, the property is within walking distance of the Greyhound Retail Park, which provides a range of amenities.
Directions - From the Chester branch: Head south on Lower Bridge Street towards St Olave Street, turn right onto Castle Street, at the roundabout, take the 2nd exit onto Nicholas Street/A5268, turn left onto Watergate Street/A548, continue to follow A548, turn right onto Stadium Way, turn left onto Saughall Road, turn right onto Cranleigh Crescent, turn left onto Westbourne Road, turn right onto Palmerstone Close. The destination will be on the right.
Entrance Porch - The property is entered through a UPVC double glazed front door, which opens to a porch with an opaque glazed full-length window facing the side elevation. A glazed door from the porch opens to the main living accommodation.
Living Room - 4.65m x 3.28m (15'3" x 10'9") - The living room features a window facing the front elevation, a column-style anthracite radiator, recessed downlights set within the ceiling, and a doorway opening to the inner hallway.
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Kitchen/Dining/Sitting Room - 6.65m x 8.79m (21'10" x 28'10") - This fantastic open-plan area includes distinctive sitting, dining, and kitchen areas. The kitchen is fitted with a range of shaker-style wall, base, and drawer units with ornamental handles, and a matching island unit incorporating a breakfast bar. All surfaces are quartz with an inset stainless steel one and a half bowl sink unit with an adjustable mixer tap and tiled splashback. Integrated appliances include a stainless steel Bosch oven, hob, and slanted extractor hood, along with a dishwasher and a housing cupboard for the Worcester gas combination boiler. The room features recessed downlights set within the ceiling, an exposed lintel, two tower-style column radiators, full-length windows with plantation shutters facing the side elevation, a window facing the rear elevation, and sliding folding doors with integrated blinds that open up to the rear garden. A door leads to the utility room.
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Utility Room - 2.49m x 1.70m (8'2" x 5'7") - The utility room features ample space and plumbing provisions for a washing machine and dryer, with a convenient work surface above. It also includes shelving and provides access to the cloakroom WC through a nearby door.
Cloakroom Wc - 2.49m x 1.30m (8'2" x 4'3") - The cloakroom WC is equipped with a dual flush low-level WC and a wash hand basin featuring a mixer tap and vanity unit below. The flooring is adorned with ceramic tiles in a stylish pattern, complemented by an anthracite heated towel rail and an extractor fan.
Inner Hallway - The inner hallway includes stairs leading to the first-floor accommodation, with a storage space underneath illuminated by a light.
First Floor Landing - The first-floor landing provides access to the loft, features a window overlooking the side elevation, and connects to all three bedrooms and a four-piece bathroom suite.
Bedroom One - 3.38m x 3.61m (11'1" x 11'10") - The first bedroom features a window facing the front elevation with a radiator below.
Bedroom Two - 3.48m x 3.38m (11'5" x 11'1") - The second bedroom has a window facing the rear elevation and a radiator below.
Bedroom Three - 2.67m x 2.51m (8'9" x 8'3") - The third bedroom has a window facing the front elevation with a radiator below.
Bathroom - 2.51m x 2.46m (8'3" x 8'1") - The bathroom is fitted with a modern white four-piece suite, including a panel bath with mixer tap, a spacious corner shower enclosure with an electric shower, a dual flush low-level WC, and a wash hand basin with mixer tap and vanity unit below. The walls are partially tiled, complemented by an anthracite heated towel rail, an extractor fan, and an opaque window facing the side elevation.
Externally - Nestled within a tranquil cul-de-sac, this property boasts recently laid brick block off-road parking at the front and side, leading to the rear garden. Adjacent to the front door, an external courtesy light illuminates the approach.
The rear garden spans a corner fan-shaped plot, featuring a spacious paved patio area with sleeper raised beds and borders used for vegetables. The garden is predominantly laid to lawn and enclosed by timber fence panelling, offering gated access to adjacent woodland. Recessed spotlights adorn the exterior overhangs of the extensions, complemented by an external water supply and a storage area situated at the side of the property.
Garage - Attached to the property is a single garage with power and lighting with an up and over door.
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Services To Property - The agents have not tested the appliances listed in the particulars.
Tenure: Freehold
Council Tax Band: C £2024
Arrange A Viewing - Please contact a member of the team and we will arrange accordingly.
All viewings are strictly by appointment with Town and Country Estate Agents Chester on .
Submit An Offer - If you would like to submit an offer please contact the Chester branch and a member of the team will assist you further.
Mortgage Services - Town and Country Estate Agents Chester can refer you to a mortgage consultant who can offer you a full range of mortgage products and save you the time and inconvenience by trying to get the most competitive deal to meet your requirements. Our mortgage consultant deals with most major Banks and Building Societies and can look for the most competitive rates around to suit your needs. For more information contact the Chester office on . Mortgage consultant normally charges no fees, although depending on your circumstances a fee of up to 1.5% of the mortgage amount may be charged.
YOUR HOME MAY BE REPOSSESSED IF YOU DO NOT KEEP UP REPAYMENTS ON YOUR MORTGAGE.
Listed by
Chester
Town & Country Estate Agents
Reference: 150133685
EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost
Current rating: C
Potential rating: B
Inspection date: 15/07/2024
Current heating cost: £983/year
Potential heating cost: £927/year
Est. upgrade cost to C: £14,500
Recommendations
- Floor insulation (solid floor) (£4,000 - £6,000)
- Solar water heating (£4,000 - £6,000)
- Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp (£3,500 - £5,500)
Flood risk
Zone: 1
Risk: Low
Job (default Low)
FENSA Certificates
This property has 2 FENSA certificate(s) on record, indicating window/door installations by FENSA-approved installers.
FENSA Certificate #12086002
Property Details
Street: 9 Palmerston Close
Town: CHESTER
Postcode: CH1 5DA
Installation Details
Items: 1 window
Certificate Issued: 12/12/2016
Work Completed: 10/11/2016
This certificate data was retrieved from FENSA's database
FENSA Certificate #15346343 Recent
Property Details
Street: 9 Palmerston Close
Town: CHESTER
Postcode: CH1 5DA
Installation Details
Items: 1 window and 1 door
Certificate Issued: 14/08/2022
Work Completed: 03/08/2022
This certificate data was retrieved from FENSA's database
What is FENSA? FENSA (Fenestration Self-Assessment Scheme) is a government-authorised scheme that monitors building regulation compliance for replacement windows and doors. Certificates indicate that work was completed by FENSA-approved installers.
Price history
89% since 2016
| Event | Date | Price | % change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sold | 08/11/2024 (1 year ago) | £340,500 | +89.2% |
| Sold | 01/06/2016 (10 years ago) | £180,000 | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Same street 5 PALMERSTON CLOSE, CHESTER, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CH1 5DA | £300,000 | 31/10/2023 | Detached |
| Same street 12 PALMERSTON CLOSE, CHESTER, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CH1 5DA | £230,000 | 21/01/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 52 WESTBOURNE ROAD, CHESTER, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CH1 5BL | £209,460 | 25/06/2021 | Detached |
Street average: £265,000 (2 sales)
Area average: £209,460 (1 sale)
Capital growth trend
Land Registry outcode average: last 12 months vs 5y and 10y ago (from sold prices).
House Price Index (HM Land Registry — official index, not sold-price averages): Cheshire West and Chester. Series: Detached. As of March 2026.
Rental Range
Estimated market rent for Cheshire West and Chester. Low = conservative, Realistic = average, Optimistic = best case.
Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → Cheshire West and Chester.
Location
Nearby
Nearest stations, universities and amenities (distance from property).
| Type | Name | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bus stop | Chester, Saughall Road / Cranleigh Crescent | 0.1 miles |
| Shop | Morrisons Daily | 0.4 miles |
| Shop | We Buy Any Car | 0.5 miles |
| University | University of Chester | 0.6 miles |
| Train station | Bache | 0.7 miles |
| Hospital | The Mulberry Centre | 0.9 miles |
| Train station | Chester | 1.2 miles |
| University | University of Chester - Kingsway | 1.3 miles |
| Hospital | Clatterbridge Cancer Centre - Wirral | 10.2 miles |
Street-level crime
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 118 |
| Public order | 34 |
| Other theft | 25 |
| Shoplifting | 19 |
| Drugs | 17 |
| Anti-social behaviour | 15 |
| Criminal damage and arson | 15 |
| Burglary | 7 |
| Other crime | 3 |
| Bicycle theft | 2 |
| Possession of weapons | 2 |
| Vehicle crime | 1 |
| Total incidents | 258 |
Within 1 mile during Mar 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 |
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| University of Chester | Other | 0.5 miles | — (No rating) |
| Chester Blue Coat Church of England Primary School | Primary | 0.5 miles | Good — 19 Mar 2023 |
| Ancora House School | Other | 0.6 miles | Outstanding — 25 Jun 2023 |
| Highfield Community Primary School | Primary | 0.6 miles | Good — 3 Feb 2012 |
| St Theresa's Catholic Primary School | Primary | 0.6 miles | Good — 23 Jun 2024 |
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Rent-driven metrics
Based on Area rent estimate.
- 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).