# 2 bedroom bungalow for sale (CW2 8DB) ## Property Details | Key | Value | |-----|-------| | Address | 2 DRYDEN CLOSE, CREWE, WISTASTON, CHESHIRE EAST CW2 8DB | | Price | £220,000 | | Bedrooms | 2 | | Bathrooms | 1 | | Council tax | B | | Construction age | England and Wales: 1950-1966 | | Floor area | 54 m² | | Last sold | £110,000 May 2020 | ## EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost - **Current rating:** D - **Potential rating:** B - **Expiry date:** 26/11/2029 - **Current heating cost:** £686/year - **Est. upgrade cost to C:** £16,125 ### Recommendations - A (£100 - £350) - B (£500 - £1,500) - W2 (£4,000 - £6,000) - G (£350 - £450) - N (£4,000 - £6,000) - U (£3,500 - £5,500) [View full EPC on gov.uk](https://find-energy-certificate.service.gov.uk/energy-certificate/9755-2803-6692-9921-8055) ## Description Whitegates in Crewe are delighted to present this excellent two-bedroom semi-detached bungalow, positioned within a quiet cul-de-sac in the highly sought-after area of Wistaston village. Occupying a generous plot, the property benefits from a wonderful private and southernly-facing rear garden with a pleasant aspect. A partially converted garage provides additional versatile space. Internally, the bungalow has been thoughtfully improved, including a side extension, giving a larger kitchen and utility area. A wall has been removed creating an open-plan kitchen/living room that has a spacious modern feel. Further upgrades include a modern bathroom, new rear windows, and stylish decoration throughout, offering well-presented, move-in-ready accommodation. For more information or to arrange a viewing, please contact Whitegates in Crewe. Internally, the accommodation is well laid out and has been much improved by the current vendor. The property opens into a porch leading through to a spacious open-plan kitchen/dining/living area, creating a modern and sociable hub of the home. The kitchen has been extended to the side, providing additional workspace and a separate utility area with space for appliances. An inner hallway gives access to two well-proportioned double bedrooms, along with a modern shower room. Bedroom Two benefits from patio doors. To the rear, the utility area provides further practical space with access to the garden. A standout feature is the additional room created from the partial garage conversion, offering flexibility for home working or hobbies, while still retaining storage space within the remaining garage and a door allows internal access to the garage. Further benefits include new rear windows, patio doors, re-plastering and stylish decoration throughout, with the property presented in a move-in-ready condition. Externally, the property enjoys a private rear garden with a favourable southerly aspect, ideal for enjoying the sun throughout the day. There is space for a conservatory whilst still retaining a good size garden. A driveway provides good parking for multiple cars, and access to the garage. Tenure - Freehold Council Tax Band - B EPC Band - D (Property has since been improved which may have changed the current rating) Wistaston is a highly regarded residential location nearby to Crewe and Nantwich town centre. Nearby Nantwich is a charming and historic market town in South Cheshire countryside providing a wealth of period buildings, independent boutique shops, cafes, bars and restaurants with highly regarded Junior and Senior schooling, sporting and leisure pursuits and nearby to the M6 Motorway at Junction 16 and Crewe mainline Railway Station. The new HS2 hub will be situated just south of Crewe and will provide fast train travel to London in only 55 Minutes. To comply with legal requirements, all buyers must complete an Anti-Money Laundering (AML) check. If your offer is accepted, you will need to undergo this check through our recommended provider. The fee for the AML check is £48.00, which includes VAT. Thinking about selling your property? For a FREE valuation from one of our local experts, please call or e-mail our Whitegates office, and we will be happy to assist you with an award winning service ## Property Photos - ![Picture No. 19](/listings/photos/88086087/1367276) - Picture No. 19 - ![Picture No. 17](/listings/photos/88086087/1367277) - Picture No. 17 - ![Picture No. 05](/listings/photos/88086087/1367278) - Picture No. 05 - ![Picture No. 04](/listings/photos/88086087/1367279) - Picture No. 04 - ![Picture No. 02](/listings/photos/88086087/1367280) - Picture No. 02 - ![Picture No. 03](/listings/photos/88086087/1367281) - Picture No. 03 - ![Picture No. 06](/listings/photos/88086087/1367282) - Picture No. 06 - ![Picture No. 08](/listings/photos/88086087/1367283) - Picture No. 08 - ![Picture No. 10](/listings/photos/88086087/1367284) - Picture No. 10 - ![Picture No. 13](/listings/photos/88086087/1367285) - Picture No. 13 - ![Picture No. 09](/listings/photos/88086087/1367286) - Picture No. 09 - ![Picture No. 12](/listings/photos/88086087/1367287) - Picture No. 12 - ![Picture No. 16](/listings/photos/88086087/1367288) - Picture No. 16 - ![Picture No. 18](/listings/photos/88086087/1367289) - Picture No. 18 - ![Picture No. 21](/listings/photos/88086087/1367290) - Picture No. 21 ## Floorplans - ![Floorplan](/listings/photos/88086087/1367291) - Floorplan ## EPC Graphs - ![EPC Rating Graph](/listings/photos/88086087/1367292) - EPC Rating Graph ## Sales History *Recorded sales for this property. Data from Land Registry Price Paid.* | Address | Price | Date | Type | |---------|-------|------|------| | 2 DRYDEN CLOSE, WISTASTON, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW2 8DB | £110,000 | 15/05/2020 | 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 | |---------|-------|------|------| | 28 MANOR AVENUE, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW2 8BD | £360,000 | 12/12/2025 | Detached | | 64 LEAR DRIVE, WISTASTON, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW2 8DS | £242,000 | 10/12/2025 | Detached | | 98 BROUGHTON LANE, WISTASTON, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW2 8JR | £425,000 | 06/11/2023 | Detached | | 3 LEAR DRIVE, WISTASTON, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW2 8DP | £215,000 | 06/10/2023 | Detached | | 16 MILTON DRIVE, WISTASTON, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW2 8BS | £210,000 | 21/08/2023 | Detached | | 29 MILTON DRIVE, WISTASTON, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW2 8BT | £220,000 | 05/05/2023 | Detached | | 552 CREWE ROAD, WISTASTON, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW2 6PP | £225,000 | 31/03/2023 | Detached | | 17 SWALLOWFIELD CLOSE, WISTASTON, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW2 6XB | £365,000 | 15/11/2022 | Detached | | 535 CREWE ROAD, WISTASTON, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW2 6PY | £535,000 | 03/11/2022 | Detached | | 536A CREWE ROAD, WISTASTON, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW2 6PS | £580,000 | 28/10/2022 | Detached | | 571 CREWE ROAD, WISTASTON, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW2 6PU | £560,000 | 21/10/2022 | Detached | | 2 HARDY CLOSE, WISTASTON, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW2 8DY | £285,000 | 08/08/2022 | Detached | | 46 MANOR AVENUE, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW2 8BD | £290,000 | 15/07/2022 | Detached | | 2 LEAR DRIVE, WISTASTON, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW2 8DP | £246,801 | 02/07/2022 | Detached | | 2 MAGDALEN COURT, WISTASTON, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW2 8FF | £343,000 | 19/05/2022 | Detached | | 96 BROUGHTON LANE, WISTASTON, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW2 8JR | £580,000 | 19/04/2022 | Detached | | 102 BROUGHTON LANE, WISTASTON, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW2 8JR | £385,000 | 11/03/2022 | Detached | | 75 MILTON DRIVE, WISTASTON, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW2 8BX | £205,000 | 24/02/2022 | Detached | | 10 SWALLOWFIELD CLOSE, WISTASTON, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW2 6XB | £280,000 | 23/02/2022 | Detached | | 10 MILNE CLOSE, WISTASTON, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW2 8DL | £220,000 | 14/01/2022 | Detached | **Area average:** £338,590 (20 sales) ## Price vs local average *Outcode + property type (HousePrices, last 2 years).* - **Local average:** £360,837 (79 Detached, CW2, 2024–2026) - **Deviation:** -39% ## Rental Range *ONS Price Index of Private Rents (Cheshire East). Low / Realistic / Optimistic = conservative / average / best case.* - **Low:** £881/mo - **Realistic:** £979/mo - **Optimistic:** £1,077/mo ## LHA (Local Housing Allowance) *VOA 30th percentile rent floor for South Cheshire (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026).* - **LHA floor (this property size):** £573/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 | |------|------|------|------|------| | 2 Bed Terraced House, Westminster St, CW2 | £900/mo | 2 | 0.92 miles | OpenRent | | 2 Bed Terraced House, Gresty Road, CW2 | £1,900/mo | 2 | 1.12 miles | OpenRent | **Average rent: £1,400/mo (2 listings)** ## 1% Rule - **Rent ratio:** 0.64% (weak for cashflow) - **Max investor price (0.8%):** £175,000 - **Target investor price (1%):** £140,000 *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 £1,400/mo).* - **Gross yield:** 7.6% - **Cost-to-rent:** 13.1× - **Monthly cashflow:** £369/mo (75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term) - **Cash-on-cash ROI:** 6.9% *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:** £4,074/m² ## Capital growth trend *Land Registry outcode average from sold prices: last 12 months vs 5y and 10y ago.* - **5y growth:** 3.8% - **10y growth:** 33% ## House Price Index (HM Land Registry) *Official index for Cheshire East; Detached series; as of April 2026.* - **1y growth (index):** 0.9% - **5y growth (index):** 20.9% - **10y growth (index):** 48.3% ## 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)