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19 LUGANO CLOSE

NEWCASTLE, STAFFORDSHIRE ST5 2QF

3 beds 2 baths 1,335 sq ft Listed 7 Apr 2026 (-67d)

£320,000

Reduced on 14 May 2026 · Was £330,000

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Property details

Tenure

FREEHOLD

Floor area

124 m²

Council tax band

D

EPC rating

D

Year built

England and Wales: 1967-1975

Last sold

£225,000 Jan 2016

Price per m²

£2,581/m²

Local average

£340,103 (-5.9%)

Deprivation

Decile 9 (30,201 of 33,755)

Street crime

66 incidents within 1 mile (Apr 2026)

Additional details

Electricity
Mains supply
Water
Mains supply
Sewerage
Mains supply
Heating
Gas central
Parking
Garage, Covered, Off street
Garden
Yes

Description

PROPERTY DESCRIPTION ** DECEPTIVELY SPACIOUS FAMILY HOME, GREAT LOCATION, NO UPWARD CHAIN.
This spacious family home occupies a prime position with a much sought after residential location and offers excellent access to local amenities, schools, commuter and transport networks. The property requires selective modernisation offering potential purchasers the opportunity to create their ideal home. The accommodation comprises, entrance hall, lounge, dining room, kitchen, rear porch, bathroom, three double bedrooms and a shower room. Gas central heating, double glazing, driveway providing ample parking, car port, garage and well maintained gardens to the front and rear elevations. Viewings are strongly recommended.  

ENTRANCE HALL Entrance door to the front elevation, radiator, under stairs storage cupboard and walk in cloak cupboard with upvc double glazed window. 

LOUNGE 18' x 15' 3" (5.49m x 4.65m) Electric fire with feature hearth and surround, coving to the ceiling, radiator, television point and upvc double glazed window to the front elevation.  

INNER HALLWAY Door leading to the garage and staircase leading to the first floor.  

DINING ROOM 12' 9" x 12' (3.89m x 3.66m) Radiator, coving to the ceiling, upvc double glazed windows to the side and rear elevations. 

KITCHEN 11' 11" x 11' 4" (3.63m x 3.45m) Fitted base and wall units, work surfaces incorporating inset stainless steel sink and twin drainer unit. Gas cooker point, plumbing for a washing machine, coving to the ceiling, radiator and upvc double glazed window to the rear elevation.  

REAR PORCH Built in storage cupboard, upvc double glazed window and entrance door leading to the rear garden.  

BATHROOM Three piece suite comprising "walk in" bath with shower above, pedestal wash hand basin and low level w/c. Airing cupboard, built in storage cupboard, radiator, tiled walls, extractor fan and upvc double glazed window to the rear elevation.  

FIRST FLOOR LANDING Loft access and upvc double glazed window to the front elevation.  

MASTER BEDROOM 20' 5" x 9' 2" (6.22m x 2.79m) Fitted wardrobes, radiator and upvc double glazed windows to the front and rear elevations.  

BEDROOM TWO 11' 8" x 10' 1" (3.56m x 3.07m) Fitted wardrobe, radiator and upvc double glazed window to the front elevation.  

BEDROOM THREE 11' 3" x 9' 11" (3.43m x 3.02m) Fitted wardrobe, radiator and upvc double glazed window to the rear elevation.  

SHOWER ROOM Three piece suite comprising shower cubicle housing electric shower, vanity wash hand basin and low level w/c. Airing cupboard, radiator and upvc double glazed window to the rear elevation.  

EXTERIOR To the front of the property there is a well maintained lawn garden with shrub borders and a driveway providing ample parking, leading to a carport and integral garage.

To the rear of the property there is a paved patio area, a well maintained enclosed shaped lawn with shrub borders, greenhouse, summerhouse and storage shed.  

GARAGE 17' 11" x 9' 3" (5.46m x 2.82m) Up and over door, power and lighting.  

GENERAL INFORMATION ** Viewings
By prior arrangement with Louis Taylor.
Please telephone to arrange a mutually convenient appointment.

Fixtures and Fittings
Nothing in these sales details is intended to indicate that any carpets or curtains, furnishings or fittings, electrical goods (wired or not), gas fires or light fitments, or any other fixtures and fittings not expressly included, form part of the property being offered for sale. The services and appliances have not been tested.

Measurements
Please note room sizes shown are only intended as an approximate guide, and should not be relied upon. When ordering carpets or fitments you should always have the areas measured by the appropriate supplier.

Photos
Photos are reproduced for general information and it must not be inferred that any item is included for sale with the property.

Purchasing Procedure
(Placing your offer) All offers should be made to the sole selling agent at our Newcastle branch. This procedure is part of our agreement to the seller and should be carried out before contacting a bank, building society or solicitor. Any delay may result in the property being sold to someone else, and survey/legal costs being unnecessarily incurred.
These sales particulars are provided as a general outline and are for guidance only, and do not form any part of an offer or contract. Intending buyers should not rely on them as statements of fact. No one working at Louis Taylor has the authority to make or give any representation or warranty in respect of the property.

Market Appraisal
Thinking of selling? Established 1877 Louis Taylor have the local knowledge and experience to offer you a free market appraisal of your property without obligation. It is worth noting that we may already have a purchaser waiting to buy your home.

Survey & Valuation
To be satisfied as to the condition and/or valuation of the property you are purchasing we strongly recommend that you have a professional independent survey undertaken. Louis Taylor provides a full survey and valuation service (including Energy Performance Certificates). For details on the different types of surveys available and for a specific quotation please contact our Survey Department on (please note that we are unable to provide a survey on properties that we are selling).
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Listed by

Newcastle-Under-Lyme

Louis Taylor

Reference: 174138122

EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost

Current rating: D

Potential rating: C

Inspection date: 15/05/2026

Expiry date: 14/05/2036

Current heating cost: £1,740/year

Potential heating cost: £1,606/year

Est. upgrade cost to C: £17,053

Recommendations

  • Floor insulation (solid floor) (£5,000 - £10,000)
  • Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (£510 - £595)
  • Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp (£8,000 - £10,000)

View full EPC on gov.uk

Flood risk

Zone: 1

Risk: Low

Job (default Low)

Floorplans

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EPC Graphs

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FENSA Certificates

This property has 2 FENSA certificate(s) on record, indicating window/door installations by FENSA-approved installers.

FENSA Certificate #13061004

Property Details

Street: 19 Lugano Close

Town: NEWCASTLE

Postcode: ST5 2QF

Installation Details

Items: 2 windows

Certificate Issued: 30/07/2018

Work Completed: 25/06/2018

This certificate data was retrieved from FENSA's database

FENSA Certificate #2880911

Property Details

Street: 19 Lugano Close

Town: NEWCASTLE

Postcode: ST5 2QF

Installation Details

Items: 1 window

Certificate Issued: 18/07/2005

Work Completed: 24/06/2005

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

Event Date Price % change
Listed for sale £320,000 +42.2%
Sold 12/01/2016 (10 years ago) £225,000

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
9 MONACO PLACE, NEWCASTLE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST5 2QT £290,000 05/09/2025 Detached
115 PARIS AVENUE, NEWCASTLE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST5 2QP £285,000 21/03/2025 Detached
78 GENEVA DRIVE, NEWCASTLE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST5 2QH £295,000 12/03/2025 Detached
8 MONACO PLACE, NEWCASTLE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST5 2QT £210,000 17/05/2024 Detached
24 BERNE AVENUE, NEWCASTLE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST5 2QJ £462,500 08/11/2023 Detached
5 MONACO PLACE, NEWCASTLE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST5 2QT £260,000 05/10/2023 Detached
22 MONACO PLACE, NEWCASTLE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST5 2QT £200,000 31/08/2023 Detached
34 GENEVA DRIVE, NEWCASTLE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST5 2QQ £475,000 31/05/2023 Detached
Same street 25 LUGANO CLOSE, NEWCASTLE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST5 2QF £245,000 09/05/2023 Detached
2 MILAN DRIVE, NEWCASTLE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST5 2QW £225,000 09/05/2023 Detached
Same street 8 LUGANO CLOSE, NEWCASTLE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST5 2QF £270,000 14/04/2023 Detached
5 NAPLES DRIVE, NEWCASTLE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST5 2QD £380,000 15/12/2022 Detached
Same street 15 LUGANO CLOSE, NEWCASTLE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST5 2QF £280,000 22/11/2022 Detached
21 PARIS AVENUE, NEWCASTLE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST5 2RQ £295,000 18/11/2022 Detached
53 SNEYD AVENUE, NEWCASTLE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST5 2PZ £652,500 13/09/2022 Detached
1 MONACO PLACE, NEWCASTLE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST5 2QT £185,000 26/08/2022 Detached
108 PARIS AVENUE, NEWCASTLE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST5 2QX £315,000 12/08/2022 Detached
SCHOOL HOUSE GALLOWSTREE LANE, NEWCASTLE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST5 2QS £146,000 18/07/2022 Detached
7 MONACO PLACE, NEWCASTLE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST5 2QT £169,000 12/05/2022 Detached
99 PARIS AVENUE, NEWCASTLE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST5 2QP £462,500 21/04/2022 Detached
41 SNEYD AVENUE, NEWCASTLE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST5 2PZ £520,000 10/03/2022 Detached
27 NAPLES DRIVE, NEWCASTLE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST5 2QD £385,000 24/02/2022 Detached
29 GENEVA DRIVE, NEWCASTLE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST5 2QQ £450,000 17/02/2022 Detached
Same street 3 LUGANO CLOSE, NEWCASTLE, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST5 2QF £245,000 02/12/2021 Detached

Street average: £260,000 (4 sales)

Area average: £333,125 (20 sales)

Capital growth trend

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

5y growth 11.8%
10y growth 26%

House Price Index (HM Land Registry — official index, not sold-price averages): Newcastle-under-Lyme. Series: Detached. As of March 2026.

1y (index) 1.9%
5y (index) 22.9%
10y (index) 53.8%

Rental Range

Estimated market rent for Newcastle-under-Lyme. Low = conservative, Realistic = average, Optimistic = best case.

Low £743/mo
Realistic £825/mo
Optimistic £908/mo

Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → Newcastle-under-Lyme.

LHA (30th percentile) floor for Staffordshire North: £593/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)

Location

Nearby

Nearest stations, universities and amenities (distance from property).

Type Name Distance
Shop Lodeys Supermarket 0.1 miles
Shop Unknown 0.1 miles
Bus stop Vichy Close 0.1 miles
Bus stop Rothesay Avenue 0.2 miles
University Keele University 1.0 miles
Hospital North Staffordshire Nuffield Hospital 1.4 miles
Hospital Royal Stoke University Hospital 1.4 miles
Train station Silverdale 2.4 miles
Train station Apedale Road 2.6 miles
University University of Staffordshire Stoke Campus 2.8 miles

Street-level crime

Category Count
Violence and sexual offences 19
Anti-social behaviour 16
Shoplifting 8
Other theft 7
Burglary 5
Public order 4
Vehicle crime 3
Criminal damage and arson 1
Other crime 1
Possession of weapons 1
Robbery 1
Total incidents 66

Within 1 mile during Apr 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
Westlands Primary School Primary 0.1 miles Good — 27 Nov 2023
Newcastle Academy Secondary 0.2 miles Good — 13 Dec 2023
Edenhurst Preparatory School Other 0.4 miles (No rating)
Seabridge Primary School Primary 0.7 miles Good — 22 Mar 2012
Co-op Academy Friarswood Primary 0.7 miles Good — 8 Mar 2013

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
9 Rothesay Court, Rothesay Av, Westlands, ST5 2LX £210/mo 0.35 miles Rightmove
Tarragon View, Newcastle under Lyme £1,100/mo 3 0.45 miles Rightmove
Orme Road, Newcastle under lyme £1,150/mo 3 0.6 miles Rightmove
Wesley Place, Newcastle, ST5 £1,000/mo 3 0.6 miles Rightmove
Snowgoose Way, Newcastle, ST5 £1,300/mo 3 0.71 miles Rightmove
Higherland, ST5 £995/mo 3 0.74 miles Rightmove
Greylag Gate, Newcastle, Staffordshire, ST5 £1,200/mo 3 0.76 miles Rightmove
Dart Place, Newcastle-under-Lyme, ST5 £950/mo 3 0.95 miles Rightmove
Dee Lane, Newcastle-Under-Lyme, ST5 £875/mo 3 0.97 miles Rightmove
Waters Edge Close, Silverdale, Newcastle, ST5 £1,000/mo 3 0.99 miles Rightmove
Modern Studio In Newcastle-Under-Lyme, Newcastle-Under-Lyme, ST5 £560/mo 1.03 miles Rightmove
Lymes Road, Butterton, Newcastle, ST5 £1,200/mo 3 1.09 miles Rightmove
Enderley Street, Newcastle-Under-Lyme, ST5 £1,350/mo 3 1.27 miles Rightmove
Ground Floor Shop, 113 High Street, Silverdale, ST6 6LX £450/mo 1.35 miles Rightmove
Cumberland Street, Newcastle £975/mo 3 1.4 miles Rightmove
Navigation Way, Newcastle, Staffordshire, ST5 £1,050/mo 3 1.51 miles Rightmove
Hempstalls Lane, Newcastle, Staffordshire, ST5 £1,200/mo 3 1.72 miles Rightmove
Car Park Lymedale Cross Industrial Estate, Newcastle Under Lyme ST5 £1/mo 1.75 miles Rightmove
Sydney Street, Newcastle-Under-Lyme, ST5 £925/mo 3 1.99 miles Rightmove
Basford Park Road, Newcastle, ST5 £1,200/mo 3 2 miles Rightmove

Average rent: £947/mo (36 listings)

Rent-driven metrics

Based on OpenRent comparables.

Rent ratio 0.31%
Max investor price (0.8%) £125,000
Target investor price (1%) £100,000
Gross yield 3.8%
Cost-to-rent ratio 26.7×
Monthly cashflow £-385/mo 75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term
Cash-on-cash ROI -5%
  • 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).
  • Cost-to-rent — Price ÷ annual rent (from OpenRent comparables). Under 14× = strong, 14–16× = acceptable, 17×+ = compressed.
  • Cashflow — Rent minus 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).