# 6 bedroom semi-detached house for sale (M20 6AR) ## Property Details | Key | Value | |-----|-------| | Address | 53 FOG LANE, MANCHESTER, GREATER MANCHESTER M20 6AR | | Price | £1,100,000 | | Bathrooms | 2 | | Council tax | F | | Last sold | £136,500 Apr 1999 | ## Description Situated on undoubtably one of the largest plots the area has to offer, this SIX double bedroom period semi-detached offers spacious rooms and period features throughout.  This extensive period home offers the perfect space for family life. With the local shops, amenities and transport links that Didsbury Village has to offer right on your doorstep, along with the ever popular green space of Fog Lane Park a short stroll away and access to great local schools.  The property has been lovingly maintained by it's current owners with beautifully proportioned rooms, a versatile layout and is ready for a new family to move in to and put their own stamp on if desired. The main entrance hall leads in to the family lounge/diner with large bay window, feature fireplace and opens up in to the modern family kitchen with a range of wall and base units, appliances and island. Off the kitchen, a utility room with storage and space for washer/dryer with access out into the garden. To the rear, a downstairs WC with sink and access down to the cellar. The rear living room boasts floor to ceiling doors with views over the garden and allowing the light to flood in. The cellar comprises of multiple chambers for storage. The first floor reveals three well proportioned large double bedrooms with feature fireplaces and original floorboards. The modern family bathroom benefits from a four piece suite with separate walk in shower. To the second floor, a further three double bedrooms and an additional bathroom with corner bath, sink and WC. Skylights provide abundant natural light to the landing. Externally, the real 'WOW' factor to this property and a rare sight in the heart of Didsbury! An extensive rear garden with unobscured views along with paved and laid to lawn areas and a range of plants, trees and shrubs. Large double garage. To the front, off road parking for multiple cars. With potential to develop the land (subject to PP) given it's plot size and having been tastefully decorated throughout whilst offering spacious accommodation over four floors; Fog Lane really does need to be seen to be appreciated. ## Property Photos - ![Photo](/listings/photos/167576183/68346) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/167576183/68356) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/167576183/68358) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/167576183/68360) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/167576183/68362) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/167576183/68364) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/167576183/68366) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/167576183/68368) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/167576183/68370) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/167576183/68371) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/167576183/68372) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/167576183/68373) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/167576183/68374) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/167576183/68375) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/167576183/68377) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/167576183/68379) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/167576183/68380) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/167576183/68382) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/167576183/68384) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/167576183/68386) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/167576183/68387) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/167576183/68388) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/167576183/68389) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/167576183/68390) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/167576183/68391) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/167576183/68392) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/167576183/68393) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/167576183/68394) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/167576183/68395) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/167576183/68396) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/167576183/68397) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/167576183/68398) ## Floorplans - ![Floorplan 1](/listings/photos/167576183/68399) - Floorplan 1 ## Sales History *Recorded sales for this property. Data from Land Registry Price Paid.* | Address | Price | Date | Type | |---------|-------|------|------| | 53 FOG LANE, MANCHESTER, GREATER MANCHESTER, M20 6AR | £136,500 | 28/04/1999 | 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 | | 6 CLAYTON AVENUE, MANCHESTER, GREATER MANCHESTER, M20 6BN | £820,000 | 31/03/2022 | Semi-detached | | 9 BEAVER ROAD, MANCHESTER, GREATER MANCHESTER, M20 6SR | £400,000 | 31/03/2022 | Semi-detached | | 18 CRANMER ROAD, MANCHESTER, GREATER MANCHESTER, M20 6AW | £702,500 | 20/12/2021 | Semi-detached | | 10 BEAVER ROAD, MANCHESTER, GREATER MANCHESTER, M20 6SR | £460,000 | 09/09/2021 | Semi-detached | **Area average:** £643,056 (9 sales) ## Price vs local average *Outcode + property type (HousePrices, last 2 years).* - **Local average:** £491,020 (67 Semi-detached, M20, 2024–2026) - **Deviation:** +124% ## Rental Range *ONS Price Index of Private Rents (Manchester). Low / Realistic / Optimistic = conservative / average / best case.* - **Low:** £1,217/mo - **Realistic:** £1,352/mo - **Optimistic:** £1,487/mo ## LHA (Local Housing Allowance) *VOA 30th percentile rent floor for Central Greater Manchester (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026).* ## Rental Comparables *Residential lets from OpenRent and Rightmove for the area. Bedroom counts vary — use the Beds column to compare like-for-like lets. Student lets are excluded.* | Title | Rent | Beds | Distance | As seen on | |------|------|------|------|------| | 3 Bed Flat, Wilmslow Road, M20 | £1,695/mo | 3 | 0.25 miles | OpenRent | | 3 Bed End Terrace, Cotton Hill, M20 | £1,600/mo | 3 | 0.4 miles | OpenRent | | 3 Bed Semi-Detached House, Newstead Avenue, M20 | £1,450/mo | 3 | 0.55 miles | OpenRent | **Average rent: £1,582/mo (3 listings)** ## 1% Rule - **Rent ratio:** 0.15% (weak for cashflow) - **Max investor price (0.8%):** £200,000 - **Target investor price (1%):** £160,000 *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 £1,600/mo).* - **Gross yield:** 1.7% - **Cost-to-rent:** 57.3× - **Monthly cashflow:** £-2,917/mo (75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term) - **Cash-on-cash ROI:** -11% *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).* ## Capital growth trend *Land Registry outcode average from sold prices: last 12 months vs 5y and 10y ago.* - **5y growth:** -2.9% - **10y growth:** 62.2% ## House Price Index (HM Land Registry) *Official index for Manchester; Semi-detached series; as of March 2026.* - **1y growth (index):** 3.9% - **5y growth (index):** 23.5% - **10y growth (index):** 84.8% ## 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)