# 3 bedroom semi-detached house for sale (M27 5WZ) ## Property Details | Key | Value | |-----|-------| | Address | 38 OVERDALE, MANCHESTER, SWINTON, GREATER MANCHESTER M27 5WZ | | Price | £240,000 | | Bedrooms | 3 | | Bathrooms | 1 | | Council tax | A | | Construction age | England and Wales: 1930-1949 | | Floor area | 72 m² | | Last sold | £108,500 Aug 2015 | ## EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost - **Current rating:** C - **Potential rating:** B - **Expiry date:** 04/06/2036 - **Current heating cost:** £748/year - **Est. upgrade cost to C:** £16,663 ### Recommendations - W2 (£5,000 - £10,000) - E (£150 - £175) - U (£8,000 - £10,000) [View full EPC on gov.uk](https://find-energy-certificate.service.gov.uk/energy-certificate/0067-1201-0906-8530-1200) ## Description Offered With No Onward Chain And Freehold Tenure…This beautifully presented three-bedroom semi-detached home is perfectly suited to first-time buyers, young families or those looking to simply move straight in. Set behind secure wrought iron gates with driveway parking, the property enjoys an enviable position backing directly onto the picturesque Swinton Greenway, providing a peaceful woodland outlook and a wonderful sense of privacy. A welcoming entrance porch leads into a stylish hallway, with a bright and spacious living room to the front featuring tasteful contemporary décor and a striking focal fireplace. To the rear, the generous kitchen/diner is fitted with modern high-gloss units, offers space for a double range cooker, and features French doors opening onto the low-maintenance rear garden, creating an ideal space for everyday family life and entertaining. Upstairs, there are three well-proportioned bedrooms and a modern family bathroom, all presented in neutral tones throughout. The property also benefits from a part-boarded loft with ladder and lighting, a Worcester combi boiler installed in 2025, and gas central heating. Outside, the enclosed rear garden offers artificial lawn, patio seating areas and a useful timber shed, all framed by mature trees and the leafy Greenway beyond. Situated in a popular residential location within Swinton, the property enjoys an enviable position with the Swinton Greenway directly to the rear, providing a wonderful leafy backdrop and easy access to miles of walking, running and cycling routes. The property is within walking distance of highly regarded schools, local amenities and excellent transport links, including the A580 East Lancashire Road and the nearby Guided Busway, providing quick and convenient access into Manchester City Centre, Salford Quays and beyond. A superb home in a sought-after setting, combining modern living with an exceptional outdoor lifestyle and outstanding commuter convenience. ## Property Photos - ![The Property](/listings/photos/89471910/2003402) - The Property - ![Kitchen/Diner](/listings/photos/89471910/2003403) - Kitchen/Diner - ![Lounge](/listings/photos/89471910/2003404) - Lounge - ![Lounge](/listings/photos/89471910/2003405) - Lounge - ![Kitchen/Diner](/listings/photos/89471910/2003406) - Kitchen/Diner - ![Dining Area](/listings/photos/89471910/2003407) - Dining Area - ![Entrance](/listings/photos/89471910/2003408) - Entrance - ![Hallway](/listings/photos/89471910/2003409) - Hallway - ![Bedroom ](/listings/photos/89471910/2003410) - Bedroom - ![Bedroom ](/listings/photos/89471910/2003411) - Bedroom - ![Bedroom ](/listings/photos/89471910/2003412) - Bedroom - ![Bathroom](/listings/photos/89471910/2003413) - Bathroom - ![Landing](/listings/photos/89471910/2003414) - Landing - ![Rear Garden](/listings/photos/89471910/2003415) - Rear Garden - ![Rear View ](/listings/photos/89471910/2003416) - Rear View - ![Coverage](/listings/photos/89471910/2003417) - Coverage - ![Satellite Image](/listings/photos/89471910/2003418) - Satellite Image ## Floorplans - ![Ground Floor](/listings/photos/89471910/2003419) - Ground Floor - ![First Floor](/listings/photos/89471910/2003420) - First Floor ## EPC Graphs - ![Energy Performance Certificate](/listings/photos/89471910/2003421) - Energy Performance Certificate ## FENSA Certificates This property has 3 FENSA certificate(s) on record. ### FENSA Certificate #1923929 - **Address:** 38 Overdale, Swinton, M27 5WZ - **Certificate Issued:** 03/08/2004 - **Work Completed:** 10/06/2004 - **Items:** 1 window(s), 1 door(s) ### FENSA Certificate #1147532 - **Address:** 38 Overdale, Swinton, M27 5WZ - **Certificate Issued:** 21/11/2003 - **Work Completed:** 15/09/2003 - **Items:** 9 window(s), 1 door(s) ### FENSA Certificate #1096426 - **Address:** 38 Overdale, Swinton, M27 5WZ - **Certificate Issued:** 24/10/2003 - **Work Completed:** 15/09/2003 - **Items:** 9 window(s), 1 door(s) ## Sales History *Recorded sales for this property. Data from Land Registry Price Paid.* | Address | Price | Date | Type | |---------|-------|------|------| | 38 OVERDALE, SWINTON, MANCHESTER, SALFORD, GREATER MANCHESTER, M27 5WZ | £108,500 | 04/08/2015 | Semi-detached | | 38 OVERDALE, SWINTON, MANCHESTER, SALFORD, GREATER MANCHESTER, M27 5WZ | £110,000 | 05/08/2008 | 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 | |---------|-------|------|------| | 82 DORCHESTER ROAD, SWINTON, MANCHESTER, SALFORD, GREATER MANCHESTER, M27 5NX | £199,000 | 05/12/2025 | Semi-detached | | 6 BUTTERMERE AVENUE, SWINTON, MANCHESTER, SALFORD, GREATER MANCHESTER, M27 5WX | £170,000 | 21/11/2025 | Semi-detached | | 9 SEVENOAKS DRIVE, SWINTON, MANCHESTER, SALFORD, GREATER MANCHESTER, M27 5LT | £185,000 | 13/08/2025 | Semi-detached | | 41 RYDAL CRESCENT, SWINTON, MANCHESTER, SALFORD, GREATER MANCHESTER, M27 5WS | £147,500 | 24/11/2023 | Semi-detached | | 65 CONISTON ROAD, SWINTON, MANCHESTER, SALFORD, GREATER MANCHESTER, M27 5NT | £290,000 | 08/11/2023 | Semi-detached | | 49 OVERDALE, SWINTON, MANCHESTER, SALFORD, GREATER MANCHESTER, M27 5PA | £172,000 | 03/11/2023 | Semi-detached | | 9 RYDAL CRESCENT, SWINTON, MANCHESTER, SALFORD, GREATER MANCHESTER, M27 5WS | £210,000 | 25/08/2023 | Semi-detached | | 6 CARISBROOK DRIVE, SWINTON, MANCHESTER, SALFORD, GREATER MANCHESTER, M27 5LS | £202,000 | 22/08/2023 | Semi-detached | | 7 CARISBROOK DRIVE, SWINTON, MANCHESTER, SALFORD, GREATER MANCHESTER, M27 5LS | £190,000 | 11/04/2023 | Semi-detached | | 21 CARISBROOK DRIVE, SWINTON, MANCHESTER, SALFORD, GREATER MANCHESTER, M27 5LS | £242,942 | 09/12/2022 | Semi-detached | | 41 OVERDALE, SWINTON, MANCHESTER, SALFORD, GREATER MANCHESTER, M27 5PA | £231,000 | 24/08/2022 | Semi-detached | | 18 DORNING ROAD, SWINTON, MANCHESTER, SALFORD, GREATER MANCHESTER, M27 5XE | £142,000 | 22/06/2022 | Semi-detached | | 116 OVERDALE, SWINTON, MANCHESTER, SALFORD, GREATER MANCHESTER, M27 5NZ | £187,500 | 25/03/2022 | Semi-detached | | 17 CARISBROOK DRIVE, SWINTON, MANCHESTER, SALFORD, GREATER MANCHESTER, M27 5LS | £165,000 | 22/12/2021 | Semi-detached | | [Same street] 8 OVERDALE, SWINTON, MANCHESTER, SALFORD, GREATER MANCHESTER, M27 5WZ | £73,000 | 29/10/2021 | Flat | | 1 ENNERDALE AVENUE, SWINTON, MANCHESTER, SALFORD, GREATER MANCHESTER, M27 5NF | £228,000 | 13/10/2021 | Semi-detached | | 64 DORCHESTER ROAD, SWINTON, MANCHESTER, SALFORD, GREATER MANCHESTER, M27 5NX | £171,000 | 27/08/2021 | Semi-detached | **Street average:** £73,000 (1 sale) **Area average:** £195,809 (16 sales) ## Price vs local average *Outcode + property type (HousePrices, last 2 years).* - **Local average:** £266,525 (79 Semi-detached, M27, 2024–2026) - **Deviation:** -10% ## Rental Range *ONS Price Index of Private Rents (Salford). Low / Realistic / Optimistic = conservative / average / best case.* - **Low:** £1,048/mo - **Realistic:** £1,164/mo - **Optimistic:** £1,280/mo ## LHA (Local Housing Allowance) *VOA 30th percentile rent floor for Bolton and Bury (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026).* - **LHA floor (this property size):** £698/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, Vale Avenue, M27 | £1,295/mo | 3 | 0.92 miles | OpenRent | **Average rent: £1,295/mo (1 listing)** ## 1% Rule - **Rent ratio:** 0.54% (weak for cashflow) - **Max investor price (0.8%):** £161,875 - **Target investor price (1%):** £129,500 *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 £1,295/mo).* - **Gross yield:** 6.5% - **Cost-to-rent:** 15.4× - **Monthly cashflow:** £195/mo (75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term) - **Cash-on-cash ROI:** 3.4% *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:** £3,333/m² ## Capital growth trend *Land Registry outcode average from sold prices: last 12 months vs 5y and 10y ago.* - **5y growth:** 24.9% - **10y growth:** 85.8% ## House Price Index (HM Land Registry) *Official index for Salford; Semi-detached series; as of May 2026.* - **1y growth (index):** -4.7% - **5y growth (index):** 30.3% - **10y growth (index):** 93.1% ## 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)