# 2 bedroom detached bungalow for sale (ST3 7SA) ## Property Details | Key | Value | |-----|-------| | Address | 4 CHELMORTON DRIVE, STOKE-ON-TRENT, STOKE-ON-TRENT ST3 7SA | | Price | £250,000 | | Bedrooms | 2 | | Bathrooms | 2 | | Council tax | C | | Last sold | £115,000 Jul 2013 | ## Description Heywoods Estate Agents proudly welcome to the market this detached true bungalow situated on the popular Chelmorton Drive in Lightwood, Stoke on Trent. Tucked away in a quiet and well regarded residential location, this spacious and well configured home has been thoughtfully refurbished and is beautifully presented throughout, offering fresh décor, new windows, new roof, extension and conservatory and stylish plantation shutters that enhance both comfort and kerb appeal. Approaching the property, you are greeted by a driveway providing off road parking for two vehicles, leading alongside the home towards the detached garage. The frontage is neat and inviting, setting the tone for what lies beyond. Stepping inside, a spacious entrance hallway provides an immediate sense of openness and flow, giving access to the principal rooms. The bungalow was originally designed as a three bedroom home and has been reconfigured by the current owners to create more generous living space, resulting in a layout that feels both practical and versatile. The lounge and dining room is particularly impressive, offering a large and welcoming space ideal for both relaxing and entertaining. A modern feature fireplace creates an attractive focal point, while the fresh décor and plantation shutters add a contemporary yet homely feel. The modern fitted kitchen is well appointed with ample storage and work surface space, designed to cater effortlessly to everyday living. From here, the home continues to impress with a delightful conservatory, a wonderful additional reception area that enjoys views over the garden and features a charming wood burner, making it a cosy retreat throughout the seasons. There are two spacious double bedrooms, both well proportioned and thoughtfully presented. The principal bedroom benefits from its own ensuite shower room, while a separate three piece bathroom suite serves the rest of the home, finished in a clean and modern style and a guest W.C/Cloaks room. Externally, the property continues to impress with an attractive South Facing enclosed rear garden that enjoys the sun all day and is not overlooked. Predominantly laid to lawn, it also offers a seating area perfect for outdoor dining or simply enjoying the peaceful surroundings. The detached garage provides further storage or secure parking options. Ideally located close to local amenities and offering convenient access to the A50, this wonderful bungalow combines quiet residential living with excellent connectivity. Viewing is highly advised to fully appreciate the space, presentation and setting this delightful home has to offer. 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Data from Land Registry Price Paid.* | Address | Price | Date | Type | |---------|-------|------|------| | 4 CHELMORTON DRIVE, STOKE-ON-TRENT, ST3 7SA | £115,000 | 26/07/2013 | 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 | |---------|-------|------|------| | 33 MEIR ROAD, STOKE-ON-TRENT, ST3 7HX | £80,000 | 29/07/2025 | Detached | | 16 BOLBERRY CLOSE, STOKE-ON-TRENT, ST3 7FP | £280,000 | 25/07/2023 | Detached | | [Same street] 10 CHELMORTON DRIVE, STOKE-ON-TRENT, ST3 7SA | £150,000 | 25/07/2022 | Semi-detached | | 35 MELCHESTER GROVE, STOKE-ON-TRENT, ST3 7FW | £260,000 | 18/12/2021 | Detached | | 76 STAR & GARTER ROAD, STOKE-ON-TRENT, ST3 7HS | £290,000 | 02/12/2021 | Detached | | 69 STAR & GARTER ROAD, STOKE-ON-TRENT, ST3 7HS | £185,000 | 07/09/2021 | Detached | | 11 MELCHESTER GROVE, STOKE-ON-TRENT, ST3 7FW | £246,000 | 23/08/2021 | Detached | | 4 BOLBERRY CLOSE, STOKE-ON-TRENT, ST3 7FP | £232,000 | 23/08/2021 | Detached | | 34 LUDWALL ROAD, STOKE-ON-TRENT, ST3 7HU | £184,950 | 11/08/2021 | Detached | **Street average:** £150,000 (1 sale) **Area average:** £219,744 (8 sales) ## Price vs local average *Outcode + property type (HousePrices, last 2 years).* - **Local average:** £259,615 (46 Detached, ST3, 2024–2026) - **Deviation:** -3.7% ## Rental Range *ONS Price Index of Private Rents (Stoke-on-Trent). Low / Realistic / Optimistic = conservative / average / best case.* - **Low:** £637/mo - **Realistic:** £708/mo - **Optimistic:** £779/mo ## LHA (Local Housing Allowance) *VOA 30th percentile rent floor for Staffordshire North (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026).* - **LHA floor (this property size):** £479/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 | |------|------|------|------|------| | [Frenchmoor Grove, Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire, ST3](http://87.117.209.195:8080/listings/425cb76) | £795/mo | 2 | 0.04 miles | Rightmove | | [Ludwall Road, Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire, ST3](http://87.117.209.195:8080/listings/2eec9ca) | £795/mo | 2 | 0.06 miles | Rightmove | | [Buccleuch Road, Dresdon, Stoke-on-Trent](http://87.117.209.195:8080/listings/2ab4a77) | £750/mo | 2 | 0.34 miles | Rightmove | | 2 Bed Semi-Detached House, Ayreshire Grove, ST3 | £995/mo | 2 | 0.43 miles | OpenRent | | [Thirlmere Grove, Weston Coyney](http://87.117.209.195:8080/listings/d085d04) | £950/mo | 2 | 0.45 miles | Rightmove | | [Belgrave Crescent, Dresden, Stoke-On-Trent, Staffordshire, ST3 4NN](http://87.117.209.195:8080/listings/9a50408) | £895/mo | 2 | 0.47 miles | Rightmove | | [Ayreshire Grove, Lightwood](http://87.117.209.195:8080/listings/e0672f9) | £900/mo | 2 | 0.48 miles | Rightmove | | [Belgrave Road,Dresden, Stoke-on-Trent](http://87.117.209.195:8080/listings/a8a3619) | £725/mo | 2 | 0.48 miles | Rightmove | | [Joshua Court, Longton, Stoke on Trent](http://87.117.209.195:8080/listings/082eff8) | £650/mo | 2 | 0.66 miles | Rightmove | | [Russell Street, Longton, ST3](http://87.117.209.195:8080/listings/83bb1f4) | £950/mo | 2 | 0.74 miles | Rightmove | | [The Strand, Stoke-On-Trent, Staffordshire, ST3](http://87.117.209.195:8080/listings/950884b) | £550/mo | — | 0.92 miles | Rightmove | | [The Strand, Stoke-On-Trent, Staffordshire, ST3](http://87.117.209.195:8080/listings/580c702) | £795/mo | 2 | 0.92 miles | Rightmove | | [Priorfield Close, Longton, Stoke-On-Trent, ST3](http://87.117.209.195:8080/listings/251b116) | £900/mo | 2 | 1.21 miles | Rightmove | | [Joshua Court, Longton, Stoke-on-Trent](http://87.117.209.195:8080/listings/6663632) | £650/mo | 2 | 1.24 miles | Rightmove | | [Brightgreen Street, Adderley Green, Stoke-On-Trent, Staffordshire, ST3 5DG](http://87.117.209.195:8080/listings/0c59e52) | £900/mo | 2 | 1.36 miles | Rightmove | | [Finstock Avenue, Stoke-On-Trent, ST3](http://87.117.209.195:8080/listings/9e5c9fc) | £875/mo | 2 | 1.63 miles | Rightmove | **Average rent: £817/mo (16 listings)** ## 1% Rule - **Rent ratio:** 0.33% (weak for cashflow) - **Max investor price (0.8%):** £104,375 - **Target investor price (1%):** £83,500 *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 OpenRent comparables.* ## Rent-driven metrics *Based on OpenRent comparables (median £835/mo).* - **Gross yield:** 4% - **Cost-to-rent:** 25× - **Monthly cashflow:** £-258/mo (75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term) - **Cash-on-cash ROI:** -4.3% *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:** 18.5% - **10y growth:** 31.9% ## House Price Index (HM Land Registry) *Official index for Stoke-on-Trent; Detached series; as of March 2026.* - **1y growth (index):** 1.2% - **5y growth (index):** 23.3% - **10y growth (index):** 57.2% ## 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)