# 5 bedroom semi-detached house for sale (M20 6AR) ## Property Details | Key | Value | |-----|-------| | Address | 59 FOG LANE, MANCHESTER, GREATER MANCHESTER M20 6AR | | Price | £1,395,000 | | Bedrooms | 5 | | Bathrooms | 3 | | Council tax | F | | Construction age | England and Wales: 1900-1929 | | Floor area | 344 m² | | Last sold | £600,000 Nov 2013 | ## EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost - **Current rating:** C - **Potential rating:** B - **Expiry date:** 22/07/2036 - **Current heating cost:** £2,929/year - **Est. upgrade cost to C:** £18,250 ### Recommendations - Q (£7,500 - £11,000) - U (£8,000 - £10,000) [View full EPC on gov.uk](https://find-energy-certificate.service.gov.uk/energy-certificate/4736-4223-7600-0827-4226) ## Description A MAGNIFICENT bay-fronted SEMI-DETACHED FAMILY HOME, with an EXCEPTIONAL open plan EXTENDED KITCHEN and a FULLY CONVERTED lower ground floor. The property has been FULLY REFURBISHED and BOASTS SPACIOUS ACCOMMODATION over four floors whilst retaining PERIOD FEATURES and a SPECTACULAR SOUTH FACING GARDEN. Centrally located in Didsbury Village, the property is close to local reputable schools and enjoys easy access to an excellent range of shops, cafés and restaurants. Approx. 3766 Sq.ft The accommodation offers perfectly balanced accommodation arranged over four floors, with high specification fittings and stylish decor throughout, along with many character features including high cornice ceilings, cast iron radiators, traditional fireplaces and period slash windows. The accommodation consists of a welcoming reception hallway with stairs rising to the first and lower ground floor. To the front of the property is the bay fronted living room, featuring a traditional period fireplace with cast iron insets and corniced ceilings. To the rear of the property is a stunning open plan extended, family kitchen which is perfect for entertaining and day to day family living. The exquisite bespoke Tom Howley kitchen is fitted with a range of stylish units and a central island, the room also features an attractive exposed brick wall. The kitchen flows into the dining area, which is bathed in natural light from the bay window, with doors leading out to the patio – an ideal space for outdoor dining. The ground floor has a further reception room, which could be used as a study, a utility room and WC. Stairs from the hallway lead down to the lower ground floor which has been fully converted to provide a cinema room, billiard room and a gym. The lower ground floor also boasts a floor to ceiling wine cooler, lit up to display an impressive collection. The first floor reveals an open landing with access to two well-proportioned double bedrooms, with the principal bedroom benefiting from an en-suite shower room and walk-in dressing area with bespoke fitted wardrobes. The bedrooms on this floor are served by an elegant family bathroom with a freestanding roll top bath. The upper floor reveals a further three double bedrooms and a modern fitted bathroom. The property is approached via a gated paved driveway with space for ample parking and set back discreetly from the road, enclosed by the original wall and established trees. To the rear are wonderful southerly facing gardens mainly laid to lawn and enjoy complete privacy. There are two flagstone sun terraces, perfect for enjoying the afternoon and evening sunshine. A truly elegant home. Freehold Council Tax Band: F Approx. 3766 Sq Ft ## Property Photos - ![Picture No. 56](/listings/photos/89989119/723524) - Picture No. 56 - ![Picture No. 55](/listings/photos/89989119/723525) - Picture No. 55 - ![Picture No. 09](/listings/photos/89989119/723526) - Picture No. 09 - ![Picture No. 23](/listings/photos/89989119/723527) - Picture No. 23 - ![Picture No. 22](/listings/photos/89989119/723528) - Picture No. 22 - ![Picture No. 45](/listings/photos/89989119/723529) - Picture No. 45 - ![Picture No. 26](/listings/photos/89989119/723530) - Picture No. 26 - ![Picture No. 25](/listings/photos/89989119/723531) - Picture No. 25 - ![Picture No. 27](/listings/photos/89989119/723532) - Picture No. 27 - ![Picture No. 24](/listings/photos/89989119/723533) - Picture No. 24 - ![Picture No. 28](/listings/photos/89989119/723534) - Picture No. 28 - ![Picture No. 29](/listings/photos/89989119/723535) - Picture No. 29 - ![Picture No. 48](/listings/photos/89989119/723536) - Picture No. 48 - ![Picture No. 47](/listings/photos/89989119/723537) - Picture No. 47 - ![Picture No. 30](/listings/photos/89989119/723538) - Picture No. 30 - ![Picture No. 31](/listings/photos/89989119/723539) - Picture No. 31 - ![Picture No. 32](/listings/photos/89989119/723540) - Picture No. 32 - ![Picture No. 33](/listings/photos/89989119/723541) - Picture No. 33 - ![Picture No. 37](/listings/photos/89989119/723542) - Picture No. 37 - ![Picture No. 38](/listings/photos/89989119/723543) - Picture No. 38 - ![Picture No. 39](/listings/photos/89989119/723544) - Picture No. 39 - ![Picture No. 40](/listings/photos/89989119/723545) - Picture No. 40 - ![Picture No. 41](/listings/photos/89989119/723546) - Picture No. 41 - ![Picture No. 42](/listings/photos/89989119/723547) - Picture No. 42 - ![Picture No. 51](/listings/photos/89989119/723548) - Picture No. 51 - ![Picture No. 53](/listings/photos/89989119/723549) - Picture No. 53 - ![Picture No. 50](/listings/photos/89989119/723550) - Picture No. 50 - ![Picture No. 44](/listings/photos/89989119/723551) - Picture No. 44 - ![Google Maps Image](/listings/photos/89989119/723552) - Google Maps Image ## Floorplans - ![Floorplan](/listings/photos/89989119/723553) - Floorplan ## Sales History *Recorded sales for this property. Data from Land Registry Price Paid.* | Address | Price | Date | Type | |---------|-------|------|------| | 59 FOG LANE, MANCHESTER, GREATER MANCHESTER, M20 6AR | £600,000 | 14/11/2013 | 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 | |---------|-------|------|------| | 9 BEAVER ROAD, MANCHESTER, GREATER MANCHESTER, M20 6SR | £885,000 | 15/09/2023 | Semi-detached | | 100 FOG LANE, MANCHESTER, GREATER MANCHESTER, M20 6TH | £600,000 | 21/06/2023 | Semi-detached | | 3 ADRIA ROAD, MANCHESTER, GREATER MANCHESTER, M20 6SQ | £855,000 | 30/05/2023 | Semi-detached | | 15 WILLOUGHBY AVENUE, MANCHESTER, GREATER MANCHESTER, M20 6AS | £580,000 | 21/10/2022 | Semi-detached | | 31 ADRIA ROAD, MANCHESTER, GREATER MANCHESTER, M20 6SQ | £485,000 | 29/04/2022 | Semi-detached | | 9 BEAVER ROAD, MANCHESTER, GREATER MANCHESTER, M20 6SR | £400,000 | 31/03/2022 | Semi-detached | | 6 CLAYTON AVENUE, MANCHESTER, GREATER MANCHESTER, M20 6BN | £820,000 | 31/03/2022 | Semi-detached | | 10 BEAVER ROAD, MANCHESTER, GREATER MANCHESTER, M20 6SR | £460,000 | 09/09/2021 | Semi-detached | **Area average:** £635,625 (8 sales) ## Price vs local average *Outcode + property type (HousePrices, last 2 years).* - **Local average:** £487,574 (73 Semi-detached, M20, 2024–2026) - **Deviation:** +186.1% ## Rental Range *ONS Price Index of Private Rents (Manchester). Low / Realistic / Optimistic = conservative / average / best case.* - **Low:** £1,222/mo - **Realistic:** £1,358/mo - **Optimistic:** £1,494/mo ## LHA (Local Housing Allowance) *VOA 30th percentile rent floor for Central Greater Manchester (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026).* - **LHA floor (this property size):** £1,346/mo ## 1% Rule - **Rent ratio:** 0.1% (weak for cashflow) - **Max investor price (0.8%):** £169,750 - **Target investor price (1%):** £135,800 *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 Area rent estimate.* ## Price per Square Metre - **£/m²:** £4,055/m² ## Capital growth trend *Land Registry outcode average from sold prices: last 12 months vs 5y and 10y ago.* - **5y growth:** 18.6% - **10y growth:** 57.2% ## House Price Index (HM Land Registry) *Official index for Manchester; Semi-detached series; as of May 2026.* - **1y growth (index):** 2.5% - **5y growth (index):** 23.2% - **10y growth (index):** 83.3% ## 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)