Sold STC Semi-detached

12 EATON ROAD

PRENTON, MERSEYSIDE CH43 4XS

4 beds 4 baths Listed 5 Aug 2021 (-1823d)

£160,000

Guide Price

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Listing type

Auction

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Property details

Listing category

Auction

Tenure

FREEHOLD

Last sold

£163,000 Nov 2021

Local average

£239,055 (-33.1%)

Deprivation

Decile 1 (2,063 of 33,755)

Street crime

565 incidents within 1 mile (May 2026)

Key features

  • Sale by Modern Auction (T&Cs apply)
  • Subject to an undisclosed Reserve Price
  • Buyers fees apply
  • Four one bedroom apartments
  • Annual income in excess of £19,000
  • Long standing tenants in situ
  • Good sized gardens
  • Fantastic investment opportunity

Additional details

Garden
Yes

Description

SUMMARY
Fantastic investment opportunity with four one bedroom flats being sold with long term tenants in situ. The property has a current income of £19,206 and is offering a fantastic yield for the astute investor. The property has been carefully maintained, updated and kept up to regulations.


DESCRIPTION
Attention investors. Fantastic investment opportunity with four one bedroom flats being sold with long term tenants in situ. The property has a current income of £19,206 and is offering a fantastic yield for the astute investor. The property has been carefully maintained, updated and kept up to regulations by the current vendors and an internal inspection is essential. The property is situated within close proximity to all the amenities of Birkenhead and Oxton including schools, shops and transport links. Offering four apartments over three floors and good sized gardens this really is an investment opportunity not to be missed.

Auctioneer's Comments 
This property is offered through Modern Method of Auction. Should you view, offer or bid your data will be shared with the Auctioneer, iamsold Limited. This method requires both parties to complete the transaction within 56 days, allowing buyers to proceed with mortgage finance (subject to lending criteria, affordability and survey).

The buyer is required to sign a reservation agreement and make payment of a non-refundable Reservation Fee of 4.2% of the purchase price including VAT, subject to a minimum of £6,000.00 including VAT. This fee is paid in addition to purchase price and will be considered as part of the chargeable consideration for the property in the calculation for stamp duty liability. Buyers will be required to complete an identification process with iamsold and provide proof of how the purchase would be funded.

The property has a Buyer Information Pack containing documents about the property. The documents may not tell you everything you need to know, so you must complete your own due diligence before bidding. A sample of the Reservation Agreement and terms and conditions are contained within this pack. The buyer will also make payment of £300 inc VAT towards the preparation cost of the pack.

The estate agent and auctioneer may recommend the services of other providers to you, in which they will be paid for the referral. These services are optional, and you will be advised of any payment, in writing before any services are accepted. Listing is subject to a start price and undisclosed reserve price that can change.

Flat 1 - Ground Floor 

Lounge 13' 5" x 10' ( 4.09m x 3.05m )
With double glazed window to the front aspect and television connection point.

Kitchen 12' 5" x 5' 6" ( 3.78m x 1.68m )
With sink/drainer and double glazed window to the rear aspect.

Bedroom One 13' 4" x 6' 1" ( 4.06m x 1.85m )
With double glazed window to the front aspect.

Shower Room 5' 1" x 8' 11" ( 1.55m x 2.72m )
Shower cubicle and wash hand basin

Epc Rating 
Current rating - D

Flat 2 - Ground Floor  

Lounge/bedroom 
Double glazed window to the front aspect with shutters. With radiator and carpeted flooring throughout.

Kitchen/diner 13' 10" x 12' 11" ( 4.22m x 3.94m )
With wall and base units, sink/drainer, electric oven and hob. With radiator, central heating boiler and double glazed window to the rear aspect.

Bathroom 
With bath, shower, wash hand basin, radiator and double glazed window to the rear aspect. Part tiled.

Epc Rating 
Current rating - D

Flat 3 - Epc Rating 
Current rating - G

Flat 4 

Lounge 17' 6" x 13' 9" ( 5.33m x 4.19m )
With double glazed window to the front aspect and radiator.

Kitchen 7' 3" x 5' ( 2.21m x 1.52m )
With fitted kitchen, complimentary work surfaces, sink/drainer, gas hob and electric oven. With double glazed window to the side aspect and tiling.

Bedroom One 13' 4" x 15' 11" ( 4.06m x 4.85m )
With double glazed window to the front aspect and radiator.

Bathroom 
With w.c, vanity wash hand basin, bath and double glazed window to the side aspect.

Epc Rating 
Current rating - E

Outside 

Rear Garden 



1. MONEY LAUNDERING REGULATIONS: Intending purchasers will be asked to produce identification documentation at a later stage and we would ask for your co-operation in order that there will be no delay in agreeing the sale.
2. General: While we endeavour to make our sales particulars fair, accurate and reliable, they are only a general guide to the property and, accordingly, if there is any point which is of particular importance to you, please contact the office and we will be pleased to check the position for you, especially if you are contemplating travelling some distance to view the property.
3. The measurements indicated are supplied for guidance only and as such must be considered incorrect.
4. Services: Please note we have not tested the services or any of the equipment or appliances in this property, accordingly we strongly advise prospective buyers to commission their own survey or service reports before finalising their offer to purchase.
5. THESE PARTICULARS ARE ISSUED IN GOOD FAITH BUT DO NOT CONSTITUTE REPRESENTATIONS OF FACT OR FORM PART OF ANY OFFER OR CONTRACT. THE MATTERS REFERRED TO IN THESE PARTICULARS SHOULD BE INDEPENDENTLY VERIFIED BY PROSPECTIVE BUYERS OR TENANTS. NEITHER SEQUENCE (UK) LIMITED NOR ANY OF ITS EMPLOYEES OR AGENTS HAS ANY AUTHORITY TO MAKE OR GIVE ANY REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY WHATEVER IN RELATION TO THIS PROPERTY.

Listed by

Prenton

Sequence (UK) Limited - Connells

Reference: 111471995

EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost

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Flood risk

Zone: 1

Risk: Low

Job (default Low)

Floorplans

Floorplan 1

Floorplan 1

EPC Graphs

EPC

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FENSA Certificates

This property has 1 FENSA certificate(s) on record, indicating window/door installations by FENSA-approved installers.

FENSA Certificate #8542564

Property Details

Street: 12 Eaton Road

Town: PRENTON

Postcode: CH43 4XS

Installation Details

Items: 21 windows and 1 door

Certificate Issued: 29/11/2011

Work Completed: 14/11/2011

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
Sold 09/11/2021 (4 years ago) £163,000

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
13 OSBORNE ROAD, PRENTON, WIRRAL, MERSEYSIDE, CH43 4XT £185,750 03/01/2025 Semi-detached
9 RAVENSCROFT ROAD, PRENTON, WIRRAL, MERSEYSIDE, CH43 4XY £153,000 22/09/2023 Semi-detached
10 HAWARDEN AVENUE, PRENTON, WIRRAL, MERSEYSIDE, CH43 4XJ £190,000 09/12/2022 Semi-detached
3 FRANCIS AVENUE, PRENTON, WIRRAL, MERSEYSIDE, CH43 4XL £170,000 28/11/2022 Semi-detached
20 OSBORNE ROAD, PRENTON, WIRRAL, MERSEYSIDE, CH43 4XT £250,000 28/10/2022 Semi-detached
14 RAVENSCROFT ROAD, PRENTON, WIRRAL, MERSEYSIDE, CH43 4XY £250,000 09/09/2022 Semi-detached
Same street 10 EATON ROAD, PRENTON, WIRRAL, MERSEYSIDE, CH43 4XS £225,000 26/08/2022 Semi-detached
9 OSBORNE ROAD, PRENTON, WIRRAL, MERSEYSIDE, CH43 4XT £188,000 24/08/2022 Semi-detached
14 FRANCIS AVENUE, PRENTON, WIRRAL, MERSEYSIDE, CH43 4XL £170,000 29/07/2022 Semi-detached
24 OSBORNE ROAD, PRENTON, WIRRAL, MERSEYSIDE, CH43 4XT £200,000 25/07/2022 Semi-detached
2C FRANCIS AVENUE, PRENTON, WIRRAL, MERSEYSIDE, CH43 4XL £155,000 16/05/2022 Semi-detached
9 ST HUGHS CLOSE, PRENTON, WIRRAL, MERSEYSIDE, CH43 4YS £153,000 14/03/2022 Semi-detached
22 OSBORNE ROAD, PRENTON, WIRRAL, MERSEYSIDE, CH43 4XT £230,000 18/02/2022 Semi-detached
Same street 10 EATON ROAD, PRENTON, WIRRAL, MERSEYSIDE, CH43 4XS £120,000 23/11/2021 Semi-detached
12 FRANCIS AVENUE, PRENTON, WIRRAL, MERSEYSIDE, CH43 4XL £168,000 25/10/2021 Semi-detached
7 FRANCIS AVENUE, PRENTON, WIRRAL, MERSEYSIDE, CH43 4XL £165,000 28/09/2021 Semi-detached
14 RAVENSCROFT ROAD, PRENTON, WIRRAL, MERSEYSIDE, CH43 4XY £116,000 20/08/2021 Semi-detached

Street average: £172,500 (2 sales)

Area average: £182,917 (15 sales)

Capital growth trend

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

5y growth 37.7%
10y growth 28.8%

House Price Index (HM Land Registry — official index, not sold-price averages): Wirral. Series: Semi-detached. As of April 2026.

1y (index) 7.1%
5y (index) 24.2%
10y (index) 59.2%

Rental Range

Estimated market rent for Wirral. Low = conservative, Realistic = average, Optimistic = best case.

Low £761/mo
Realistic £845/mo
Optimistic £930/mo

Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → Wirral.

LHA (30th percentile) floor for Wirral: £823/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)

Location

Nearby

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

Type Name Distance
Bus stop Park Road South/slatey Road 0.1 miles
Bus stop PARK ROAD SOUTH/FRANCIS AVE 0.1 miles
Shop Big PB's Trading Post 0.3 miles
Shop Oasis 0.3 miles
Train station Birkenhead Park 0.6 miles
Train station Conway Park 0.8 miles
Hospital Parkfield Medical Centre 2.4 miles
University Liverpool John Moores University City Campus 2.8 miles
University Liverpool Institute for Performing Arts 2.9 miles
Hospital Clatterbridge Cancer Centre - Wirral 4.0 miles

Street-level crime

Category Count
Violence and sexual offences 188
Shoplifting 85
Anti-social behaviour 68
Public order 65
Drugs 49
Criminal damage and arson 34
Other theft 19
Vehicle crime 18
Other crime 14
Burglary 9
Robbery 7
Bicycle theft 4
Possession of weapons 3
Theft from the person 2
Total incidents 565

Within 1 mile during May 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
Birkenhead Park School Secondary 0.2 miles Requires improvement — 18 Jan 2024
St Anselm's College Secondary 0.4 miles Good — 23 Jul 2019
Birkenhead Christ Church CofE Primary School Primary 0.4 miles Good — 1 Mar 2024
Birkenhead High School Academy Other 0.4 miles Good — 18 Jun 2023
Progress Schools - Wirral Other 0.4 miles Good — 5 Dec 2022

Rental Comparables

Rental listings exist nearby, but none matched the 4-bedroom count for this property.

Rent-driven metrics

Based on Area rent estimate.

Rent ratio 0.53%
Max investor price (0.8%) £105,625
Target investor price (1%) £84,500
  • 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).