# 3 bedroom semi-detached house for sale (MK15 9AF) ## Property Details | Key | Value | |-----|-------| | Address | 47 FAIRFORD CRESCENT, MILTON KEYNES, DOWNHEAD PARK, MILTON KEYNES MK15 9AF | | Price | £170,000 | | Bedrooms | 3 | | Bathrooms | 1 | | Last sold | £129,000 Feb 2017 | ## EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost - **Current rating:** D - **Potential rating:** B - **Expiry date:** 01/11/2026 ### Recommendations - W2 (6,000) - C (30) - E (55) - F (400) - G (450) - I (3,000) - N (6,000) - U (8,000) [View full EPC on gov.uk](https://find-energy-certificate.service.gov.uk/energy-certificate/0628-2928-7239-4776-8934) ## Description Located in the popular residential area of Downhead Park, this well-presented three-bedroom semi-detached home is offered on a 50% shared ownership basis through Milton Keynes City Council, making it an ideal purchase for first-time buyers or those looking to step onto the property ladder. The property is in good condition throughout and offers practical, well-proportioned accommodation. The ground floor comprises an entrance hallway, a spacious and comfortable living room, and a modern fitted kitchen providing ample storage and worktop space, ideal for everyday living. To the first floor are three bedrooms, including two good-sized doubles and a further single bedroom which would also make an excellent home office or nursery. A well-appointed family bathroom completes the accommodation, all of which is clearly set out in the accompanying floor plan. Externally, the property benefits from off-road parking, garden and superb home office/summerhouse with power and light, offering convenience and additional useable space. Fairford Crescent is well placed for access to local amenities, schools, green spaces, and transport links, with Milton Keynes city centre easily reachable. The monthly shared ownership costs are £200, with a premium of £15,000 payable. An open day will be held on Saturday 17th January between 12pm and 2pm, by appointment only. Early viewing is strongly advised to avoid disappointment. ## Property Photos - ![Photo](/listings/photos/172022189/1277709) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/172022189/1277713) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/172022189/1277714) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/172022189/1277716) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/172022189/1277719) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/172022189/1277722) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/172022189/1277725) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/172022189/1277728) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/172022189/1277731) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/172022189/1277733) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/172022189/1277736) ## Floorplans - ![Floorplan 1](/listings/photos/172022189/1277737) - Floorplan 1 - ![Floorplan 2](/listings/photos/172022189/1277741) - Floorplan 2 - ![Floorplan 3](/listings/photos/172022189/1277745) - Floorplan 3 ## EPC Graphs - ![EPC 1](/listings/photos/172022189/1277750) - EPC 1 ## Sales History *Recorded sales for this property. Data from Land Registry Price Paid.* | Address | Price | Date | Type | |---------|-------|------|------| | 47 FAIRFORD CRESCENT, DOWNHEAD PARK, MILTON KEYNES, MK15 9AF | £129,000 | 16/02/2017 | 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 | |---------|-------|------|------| | 17 KEMBLE COURT, DOWNHEAD PARK, MILTON KEYNES, MK15 9AX | £168,000 | 04/12/2023 | Semi-detached | | 47 SADDLERS PLACE, DOWNS BARN, MILTON KEYNES, MK14 7RU | £375,000 | 14/08/2023 | Semi-detached | | 41 SADDLERS PLACE, DOWNS BARN, MILTON KEYNES, MK14 7RU | £283,000 | 27/10/2022 | Semi-detached | | 38 CORNBURY CRESCENT, DOWNHEAD PARK, MILTON KEYNES, MK15 9AS | £120,000 | 30/09/2022 | Semi-detached | | 19 CORNBURY CRESCENT, DOWNHEAD PARK, MILTON KEYNES, MK15 9AR | £310,000 | 04/08/2022 | Semi-detached | | 7 SADDLERS PLACE, DOWNS BARN, MILTON KEYNES, MK14 7RU | £265,000 | 08/07/2022 | Semi-detached | | [Same street] 35 FAIRFORD CRESCENT, DOWNHEAD PARK, MILTON KEYNES, MK15 9AF | £250,000 | 07/06/2022 | Terraced | | 35 KIRTLINGTON, DOWNHEAD PARK, MILTON KEYNES, MK15 9AZ | £305,000 | 25/04/2022 | Semi-detached | | 40 TADMARTON, DOWNHEAD PARK, MILTON KEYNES, MK15 9BD | £289,995 | 31/03/2022 | Semi-detached | | 30 CORNBURY CRESCENT, DOWNHEAD PARK, MILTON KEYNES, MK15 9AS | £95,000 | 18/03/2022 | Semi-detached | | 47 KEMBLE COURT, DOWNHEAD PARK, MILTON KEYNES, MK15 9AX | £277,500 | 07/01/2022 | Semi-detached | | 2 CORNBURY CRESCENT, DOWNHEAD PARK, MILTON KEYNES, MK15 9AS | £82,500 | 26/11/2021 | Semi-detached | | [Same street] 45 FAIRFORD CRESCENT, DOWNHEAD PARK, MILTON KEYNES, MK15 9AF | £160,000 | 12/10/2021 | Semi-detached | | 48 KEMBLE COURT, DOWNHEAD PARK, MILTON KEYNES, MK15 9AX | £235,000 | 31/08/2021 | Semi-detached | | 39 SADDLERS PLACE, DOWNS BARN, MILTON KEYNES, MK14 7RU | £255,000 | 12/08/2021 | Semi-detached | | 22 FAIRFORD CRESCENT, DOWNHEAD PARK, MILTON KEYNES, MK15 9AQ | £270,000 | 02/08/2021 | Semi-detached | **Street average:** £205,000 (2 sales) **Area average:** £237,928 (14 sales) ## Price vs local average *Outcode + property type (HousePrices, last 2 years).* - **Local average:** £327,000 (5 Semi-detached, MK15, 2024–2026) - **Deviation:** -48% ## Rental Range *ONS Price Index of Private Rents (Milton Keynes). Low / Realistic / Optimistic = conservative / average / best case.* - **Low:** £1,202/mo - **Realistic:** £1,336/mo - **Optimistic:** £1,470/mo ## LHA (Local Housing Allowance) *VOA 30th percentile rent floor for Milton Keynes (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026).* - **LHA floor (this property size):** £1,192/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 | |------|------|------|------|------| | 3 Bed Terraced House, Enterprise Lane, MK9 | £2,000/mo | 3 | 0.85 miles | OpenRent | **Average rent: £2,000/mo (1 listing)** ## 1% Rule - **Rent ratio:** 1.18% (strong) - **Max investor price (0.8%):** £250,000 - **Target investor price (1%):** £200,000 *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 £2,000/mo).* - **Gross yield:** 14.1% - **Cost-to-rent:** 7.1× - **Monthly cashflow:** £1,106/mo (75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term) - **Cash-on-cash ROI:** 26.9% *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:** £2,742/m² ## Capital growth trend *Land Registry outcode average from sold prices: last 12 months vs 5y and 10y ago.* - **5y growth:** 7.2% - **10y growth:** 10.8% ## House Price Index (HM Land Registry) *Official index for Milton Keynes; Semi-detached series; as of April 2026.* - **1y growth (index):** -1.8% - **5y growth (index):** 17.8% - **10y growth (index):** 30.5% ## 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)