# 3 bedroom semi-detached house for sale (BB2 4TA) ## Property Details | Key | Value | |-----|-------| | Address | 26 DALBY CRESCENT, BLACKBURN, BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN BB2 4TA | | Price | £190,000 | | Bedrooms | 3 | | Bathrooms | 1 | | Council tax | B | | Last sold | £192,000 Mar 2026 | ## EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost - **Current rating:** D - **Potential rating:** B - **Expiry date:** 12/03/2028 - **Current heating cost:** £564/year - **Est. upgrade cost to C:** £13,175 ### Recommendations - A (£100 - £350) - B4 (£300 - £600) - W1 (£800 - £1,200) - N (£4,000 - £6,000) - U (£5,000 - £8,000) [View full EPC on gov.uk](https://find-energy-certificate.service.gov.uk/energy-certificate/8288-7827-5270-7687-1996) ## Description An outstanding three bedroom semi-detached family home welcomed to market free of any onward chain. Boasting private gardens to the front and rear, large driveway with detached garage and a stylish interior, this home would appeal to growing families or those seeking to upsize. (EPC - D). An immaculately presented three-bedroom semi-detached family home, offered to the market with no onward chain. Boasting a stylish interior, well-proportioned living spaces, and beautifully maintained gardens to both the front and rear, this property is perfect for growing families or buyers looking to upsize. Tucked away within a highly sought-after residential development in Cherry Tree, the home enjoys convenient access to a wide range of local amenities and popular eateries. It’s ideally positioned for families, with well-regarded schools nearby, and offers excellent transport connections via major commuter routes and regular bus services to Blackburn, Darwen, and Preston. Upon entering, you are greeted by a welcoming entrance hall that leads into a spacious living room, tastefully decorated in neutral tones with laminate flooring and an electric feature fireplace. The living room flows seamlessly into the open-plan kitchen/diner, which has been finished to a contemporary standard with grey high-gloss units, plinth lighting, spotlights, and matching laminate flooring — creating an ideal space for both family dining and entertaining. The first floor hosts three bedrooms, including two generous doubles — both beautifully presented with neutral décor and laminate flooring — and a third single bedroom following the same modern theme. The accommodation is completed by a spacious family bathroom, featuring a modern three-piece suite with a shower over the bath and a fitted vanity unit. Externally, the property offers a neatly landscaped front garden and a large driveway providing ample off-road parking, along with a detached garage to the side. To the rear, a private South facing garden awaits, complete with a raised decking area and pergola, perfect for outdoor seating and relaxation, complemented by an easy-to-maintain lawn. All interested parties should contact Mortimers Estate Agents. Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Checks - As part of making an offer, we're required by law to complete Anti-Money Laundering (AML) checks to confirm the identity of all purchasers. To cover the cost of this process, a fee of £48 inc VAT per buyer is payable when your offer is accepted. This is a standard requirement for all buyers and helps us ensure your offer can be progressed as quickly and smoothly as possible. ## Property Photos - ![Front External](/listings/photos/168107951/1458201) - Front External - ![Kitchen/Diner](/listings/photos/168107951/1458202) - Kitchen/Diner - ![Rear Garden](/listings/photos/168107951/1458203) - Rear Garden - ![Living Room](/listings/photos/168107951/1458204) - Living Room - ![Living Room](/listings/photos/168107951/1458205) - Living Room - ![Living Room](/listings/photos/168107951/1458206) - Living Room - ![Kitchen/Diner](/listings/photos/168107951/1458207) - Kitchen/Diner - ![Kitchen/Diner](/listings/photos/168107951/1458208) - Kitchen/Diner - ![Kitchen/Diner](/listings/photos/168107951/1458209) - Kitchen/Diner - ![Kitchen/Diner](/listings/photos/168107951/1458210) - Kitchen/Diner - ![Main Bedroom](/listings/photos/168107951/1458211) - Main Bedroom - ![Main Bedroom](/listings/photos/168107951/1458212) - Main Bedroom - ![Bedroom Two](/listings/photos/168107951/1458213) - Bedroom Two - ![Bedroom Two](/listings/photos/168107951/1458214) - Bedroom Two - ![Bedroom Three](/listings/photos/168107951/1458215) - Bedroom Three - ![Bathroom](/listings/photos/168107951/1458216) - Bathroom - ![Rear Garden](/listings/photos/168107951/1458217) - Rear Garden - ![Rear Garden](/listings/photos/168107951/1458218) - Rear Garden ## Floorplans - ![Floorplan](/listings/photos/168107951/1458219) - Floorplan ## EPC Graphs - ![EPC Rating Graph](/listings/photos/168107951/1458220) - EPC Rating Graph ## FENSA Certificates This property has 1 FENSA certificate(s) on record. ### FENSA Certificate #10635249 - **Address:** 26 Dalby Crescent, BLACKBURN, BB2 4TA - **Certificate Issued:** 02/03/2015 - **Work Completed:** 15/10/2014 - **Items:** 7 window(s) ## Sales History *Recorded sales for this property. Data from Land Registry Price Paid.* | Address | Price | Date | Type | |---------|-------|------|------| | 26 DALBY CRESCENT, BLACKBURN, BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN, BB2 4TA | £192,000 | 27/03/2026 | Semi-detached | | 26 DALBY CRESCENT, BLACKBURN, BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN, BB2 4TA | £113,500 | 24/07/2018 | 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 | |---------|-------|------|------| | 29 AMBERWOOD DRIVE, BLACKBURN, BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN, BB2 4UF | £168,350 | 12/12/2025 | Semi-detached | | 2 BEAUMARIS AVENUE, BLACKBURN, BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN, BB2 4TW | £100,000 | 05/12/2025 | Semi-detached | | 40 ST FRANCIS ROAD, BLACKBURN, BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN, BB2 2TZ | £194,000 | 04/09/2025 | Semi-detached | | 87 GREEN LANE, BLACKBURN, BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN, BB2 4SR | £142,500 | 11/07/2025 | Semi-detached | | 17 FENISCLIFFE DRIVE, BLACKBURN, BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN, BB2 2UF | £199,950 | 07/03/2025 | Semi-detached | | 37 WILLIS ROAD, BLACKBURN, BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN, BB2 2UA | £159,995 | 06/11/2023 | Semi-detached | | 13 WILLIS ROAD, BLACKBURN, BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN, BB2 2UA | £235,000 | 27/10/2023 | Semi-detached | | 12 MILLWOOD CLOSE, BLACKBURN, BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN, BB2 4UG | £165,000 | 13/10/2023 | Semi-detached | | 19 DALBY LEA, BLACKBURN, BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN, BB2 4TZ | £170,000 | 02/10/2023 | Semi-detached | | 334 PRESTON OLD ROAD, BLACKBURN, BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN, BB2 5LJ | £175,000 | 24/08/2023 | Semi-detached | | 9 CROFTWOOD TERRACE, BLACKBURN, BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN, BB2 4UE | £136,000 | 26/06/2023 | Semi-detached | | 328 PRESTON OLD ROAD, BLACKBURN, BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN, BB2 5LJ | £255,000 | 11/05/2023 | Semi-detached | | 25 DALBY CRESCENT, BLACKBURN, BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN, BB2 4SZ | £120,000 | 05/05/2023 | Semi-detached | | 53 DALBY CRESCENT, BLACKBURN, BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN, BB2 4SZ | £155,500 | 28/04/2023 | Semi-detached | | 29 FENISCLIFFE DRIVE, BLACKBURN, BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN, BB2 2UF | £165,000 | 30/11/2022 | Semi-detached | | 60 FENISCLIFFE DRIVE, BLACKBURN, BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN, BB2 2UF | £260,000 | 25/11/2022 | Semi-detached | | 32 FENISCLIFFE DRIVE, BLACKBURN, BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN, BB2 2UF | £220,000 | 23/11/2022 | Semi-detached | | 15 FENISCLIFFE DRIVE, BLACKBURN, BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN, BB2 2UF | £220,000 | 09/11/2022 | Semi-detached | | 3 CHERRY LEA, BLACKBURN, BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN, BB2 4ST | £155,000 | 03/11/2022 | Semi-detached | | [Same street] 32 DALBY CRESCENT, BLACKBURN, BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN, BB2 4TA | £144,500 | 07/10/2022 | Semi-detached | | 34 ST FRANCIS ROAD, BLACKBURN, BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN, BB2 2TZ | £238,000 | 05/10/2022 | Semi-detached | | [Same street] 20 DALBY CRESCENT, BLACKBURN, BLACKBURN WITH DARWEN, BB2 4TA | £155,000 | 29/10/2021 | Semi-detached | **Street average:** £149,750 (2 sales) **Area average:** £181,715 (20 sales) ## Price vs local average *Outcode + property type (HousePrices, last 2 years).* - **Local average:** £196,603 (75 Semi-detached, BB2, 2024–2026) - **Deviation:** -3.4% ## Rental Range *ONS Price Index of Private Rents (Blackburn with Darwen). Low / Realistic / Optimistic = conservative / average / best case.* - **Low:** £641/mo - **Realistic:** £712/mo - **Optimistic:** £783/mo ## LHA (Local Housing Allowance) *VOA 30th percentile rent floor for East Lancs (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026).* - **LHA floor (this property size):** £593/mo ## 1% Rule - **Rent ratio:** 0.37% (weak for cashflow) - **Max investor price (0.8%):** £89,000 - **Target investor price (1%):** £71,200 *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:** £2,836/m² ## Capital growth trend *Land Registry outcode average from sold prices: last 12 months vs 5y and 10y ago.* - **5y growth:** 22.9% - **10y growth:** 40% ## House Price Index (HM Land Registry) *Official index for Blackburn with Darwen; Semi-detached series; as of April 2026.* - **1y growth (index):** 4.9% - **5y growth (index):** 36.2% - **10y growth (index):** 73.6% ## 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)