# 3 bedroom detached house for sale (CW1 3RZ) ## Property Details | Key | Value | |-----|-------| | Address | 28 MERLIN WAY, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST CW1 3RZ | | Price | £125,000 | | Bedrooms | 3 | | Bathrooms | 1 | | Council tax | B | | Last sold | £146,000 Sep 2025 | ## Description Located in a quiet and sought-after cul-de-sac on Merlin Way in Crewe, this three-bedroom detached property offers a fantastic opportunity for those looking to create their dream home or invest in a renovation project. Set on a generous plot with its own driveway offering generous parking to the front and the side of the property, garage and garden, the property has plenty of potential to be transformed into a modern and stylish family residence. Upon entering, you are welcomed into a central hallway that provides access to the main ground floor living areas. The spacious living room flows through into a dining room, offering a versatile open-plan layout ideal for both family living and entertaining. A separate kitchen overlooks the rear garden and has the potential to be refitted to suit contemporary tastes. Upstairs, the property comprises three well-proportioned bedrooms. The master bedroom is a bright and generous space, while the second bedroom also comfortably accommodates a double bed. The third bedroom is well-suited as a single room, nursery or home office. The family bathroom serves all three bedrooms and is ready for a full upgrade. Externally, the home benefits from a private driveway leading to a single attached garage, providing convenient off-road parking and additional storage. To the rear, the good sized garden offers a peaceful outdoor space with plenty of scope for landscaping or even extending the property, subject to the relevant planning permissions. Situated close to Crewe town centre, Merlin Way is ideally positioned for easy access to local amenities, schools, and excellent transport links including Crewe railway station and the M6 motorway. Also in close proximity to Leighton Hospital. While the property does require full renovation throughout, it offers a blank canvas and exciting potential for anyone seeking a rewarding project. With its prime location and generous plot, this is a rare opportunity not to be missed. For more information or to arrange a viewing, please contact us today. For Sale by Modern Auction - T&Cs apply: This property is for sale by Modern Method of Auction allowing the buyer and seller to complete within a 56 Day Reservation Period. Interested parties’ personal data will be shared with the Auctioneer (iamsold Ltd). The buyer signs a Reservation Agreement and makes payment of a Non-Refundable Reservation Fee of 4.5% of the purchase price inc VAT, subject to a minimum of £6,600 inc VAT. This Fee is paid to reserve the property to the buyer during the Reservation Period and is paid in addition to the purchase price. The Fee is considered within calculations for stamp duty. ## Property Photos - ![Photo](/listings/photos/163717148/619650) - Photo - ![Photo](/listings/photos/163717148/619651) - Photo - ![Photo](/listings/photos/163717148/619652) - Photo - ![Photo](/listings/photos/163717148/619653) - Photo - ![Photo](/listings/photos/163717148/619654) - Photo - ![Photo](/listings/photos/163717148/619655) - Photo - ![Photo](/listings/photos/163717148/619656) - Photo - ![Photo](/listings/photos/163717148/619657) - Photo - ![Photo](/listings/photos/163717148/619658) - Photo - ![Photo](/listings/photos/163717148/619659) - Photo - ![Photo](/listings/photos/163717148/619660) - Photo - ![Photo](/listings/photos/163717148/619661) - Photo - ![Photo](/listings/photos/163717148/619662) - Photo - ![Photo](/listings/photos/163717148/619663) - Photo - ![Photo](/listings/photos/163717148/619664) - Photo - ![Photo](/listings/photos/163717148/619665) - Photo - ![Photo](/listings/photos/163717148/619666) - Photo ## Floorplans - ![Focal Integrated](/listings/photos/163717148/619667) - Focal Integrated ## EPC Graphs - ![EPC Rating Graph](/listings/photos/163717148/619668) - EPC Rating Graph ## FENSA Certificates This property has 2 FENSA certificate(s) on record. ### FENSA Certificate #17142506 - **Address:** 28 Merlin Way, CREWE, CW1 3RZ - **Certificate Issued:** 01/02/2026 - **Work Completed:** 18/01/2026 - **Items:** 9 window(s), 3 door(s) ### FENSA Certificate #17161657 - **Address:** 28 Merlin Way, CREWE, CW1 3RZ - **Certificate Issued:** 15/02/2026 - **Work Completed:** 31/01/2026 - **Items:** 9 window(s), 3 door(s) ## Sales History *Recorded sales for this property. Data from Land Registry Price Paid.* | Address | Price | Date | Type | |---------|-------|------|------| | 28 MERLIN WAY, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW1 3RZ | £146,000 | 26/09/2025 | 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 SEDGEMERE AVENUE, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW1 3YU | £260,000 | 09/01/2026 | Detached | | 19 SEDGEMERE AVENUE, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW1 3YU | £220,000 | 28/11/2025 | Detached | | 33 SEDGEMERE AVENUE, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW1 3YU | £292,000 | 31/07/2024 | Detached | | 12 TOLLEMACHE DRIVE, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW1 3YA | £215,000 | 15/12/2023 | Detached | | 33 MERLIN WAY, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW1 3YP | £195,000 | 28/04/2023 | Detached | | 77 MERLIN WAY, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW1 3YP | £200,000 | 16/09/2022 | Detached | | 39 MERLIN WAY, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW1 3YP | £190,000 | 12/09/2022 | Detached | | 11 SEDGEMERE AVENUE, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW1 3YU | £245,000 | 22/08/2022 | Detached | | 23 BECCONSALL DRIVE, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW1 4RU | £250,000 | 01/08/2022 | Detached | | 8 MELROSE DRIVE, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW1 3YD | £180,000 | 28/07/2022 | Detached | | 4 SEDGEMERE AVENUE, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW1 3YU | £275,000 | 17/06/2022 | Detached | | 1 CARRINGTON WAY, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW1 3YE | £205,000 | 06/06/2022 | Detached | | 6 PRIORY CLOSE, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW1 3YJ | £231,000 | 01/06/2022 | Detached | | [Same street] 4 MERLIN WAY, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW1 3RZ | £180,500 | 01/04/2022 | Detached | | 2 MELROSE DRIVE, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW1 3YD | £185,000 | 25/03/2022 | Detached | | [Same street] 8 MERLIN WAY, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW1 3RZ | £195,000 | 14/02/2022 | Detached | | 17 MABLINS LANE, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW1 3RF | £181,000 | 07/02/2022 | Detached | | 41 CARRINGTON WAY, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW1 3YE | £192,000 | 28/01/2022 | Detached | | 14 LYCEUM CLOSE, LEIGHTON, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW1 3YB | £180,000 | 28/01/2022 | Detached | | 69 MERLIN WAY, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW1 3YP | £190,000 | 16/12/2021 | Detached | | 17 TOLLEMACHE DRIVE, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW1 3YA | £240,000 | 16/12/2021 | Detached | | 46 BECCONSALL DRIVE, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW1 4RU | £150,000 | 14/12/2021 | Detached | | [Same street] 80 MERLIN WAY, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW1 3RZ | £190,000 | 20/08/2021 | Detached | | [Same street] 104 MERLIN WAY, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW1 3RZ | £215,000 | 25/06/2021 | Detached | | [Same street] 106 MERLIN WAY, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW1 3RZ | £170,000 | 25/06/2021 | Detached | **Street average:** £190,100 (5 sales) **Area average:** £213,800 (20 sales) ## Price vs local average *Outcode + property type (HousePrices, last 2 years).* - **Local average:** £299,802 (48 Detached, CW1, 2024–2026) - **Deviation:** -58.3% ## Rental Range *ONS Price Index of Private Rents (Cheshire East). Low / Realistic / Optimistic = conservative / average / best case.* - **Low:** £878/mo - **Realistic:** £975/mo - **Optimistic:** £1,073/mo ## LHA (Local Housing Allowance) *VOA 30th percentile rent floor for South Cheshire (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026).* - **LHA floor (this property size):** £678/mo ## 1% Rule - **Rent ratio:** 0.78% (weak for cashflow) - **Max investor price (0.8%):** £121,875 - **Target investor price (1%):** £97,500 *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.* ## Capital growth trend *Land Registry outcode average from sold prices: last 12 months vs 5y and 10y ago.* - **5y growth:** 2.7% - **10y growth:** 56.4% ## House Price Index (HM Land Registry) *Official index for Cheshire East; Detached series; as of March 2026.* - **1y growth (index):** 1.6% - **5y growth (index):** 23.6% - **10y growth (index):** 51.5% ## 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)