# 3 bedroom terraced house for sale (S63 6FJ)

## Property Details

| Key | Value |
|-----|-------|
| Address | 55 GOLDFINCH COURT, ROTHERHAM, WATH UPON DEARNE, SOUTH YORKSHIRE S63 6FJ |
| Price | £185,000 |
| Bedrooms | 3 |
| Bathrooms | 2 |
| Council tax | C |
| Last sold | £187,500 Apr 2026 |

## EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost

- **Current rating:** C
- **Potential rating:** B
- **Expiry date:** 20/01/2031
- **Current heating cost:** £343/year
- **Est. upgrade cost to C:** £9,800

### Recommendations
- F (£200 - £400)
- N (£4,000 - £6,000)
- U (£3,500 - £5,500)

[View full EPC on gov.uk](https://find-energy-certificate.service.gov.uk/energy-certificate/4439-5229-0000-0569-3222)

## Description

Nestled in the desirable area of Goldfinch Court, Wath-Upon-Dearne, this charming three-bedroom terraced house offers a perfect blend of comfort and convenience. The property boasts off-road parking, complete with a driveway and carport, ensuring ease of access for you and your guests.

As you enter the home, you are greeted by a welcoming entrance hall that leads to a spacious kitchen diner. This area is perfect for family meals and entertaining, with doors that open to a convenient downstairs WC and a bright lounge. The lounge is enhanced by UPVC French doors that lead to an enclosed rear garden, which is predominantly laid to lawn and features a slabbed patio area, ideal for enjoying the summer months outdoors.

The first floor comprises two well-proportioned bedrooms and a family bathroom, providing ample space for family or guests. Ascending to the second floor, you will discover a stunning master bedroom, which is generously sized and includes its own ensuite bathroom, offering a private retreat.

Situated in the popular Manvers area, this property is within walking distance of the picturesque Manvers Lake and the Onyx Retail Park, providing a variety of shopping and leisure options. This freehold property is an excellent opportunity for families or individuals seeking a comfortable home in a vibrant community. Don't miss the chance to make this delightful house your new home.

**Entrance Hall** - Via a composite door this opens into the welcoming entrance hall, ideal for coats and shoes, having wall mounted radiator, uPVC window to the front, carpeted stairs rising to first floor and door opening to the kitchen/diner.

**Kitchen Dining Room** - 2.82m x 4.70m (9'3" x 15'5") - The real hub of the home is the well designed kitchen/diner, having an array of wall and base units fitted providing storage, contrasting work surface over, stainless steel sink, drainer and matching mixer tap, integrated electric oven with four ring gas hob and extractor fan over, plumbing and space for washing washing machine with space for tall fridge freezer, with splash back tiles to walls as well as vinyl flooring,  ample room for a dining table to entertain family and friends, decorated in neutral tones, wall mounted radiator, uPVC window to the front and doors leading to downstairs WC and lounge.

**Downstairs Wc** - 1.19m x 1.73m (3'11" x 5'8") - Handy addition to any busy house hold this room comprises of low flush WC, pedestal wash hand basin, wall mounted radiator and vinyl floor to finish.

**Lounge** - 3.86m x 4.75m (12'8" x 15'7") - A sleek and polished living space filled with plenty of natural sources of light through the large bay style uPVC window to the rear with French doors leading out into the rear garden. Ready to put your stamp on with carpet flooring, aerial point in place and wall mounted radiator.

**Landing** - Spacious landing with doors leading to bedroom two and three and family bathroom. Having built in cupboard, carpet flooring plus a lobby area with front facing uPVC window, wall mounted radiator and staircase to the master bedroom.

**Bedroom Two** - 3.89m x 3.35m (12'9" x 11'0") - Sizable double bedroom with ample space to add storage and furniture, neutrally decorated with carpet to floor, wall mounted radiator and two uPVC windows to the rear overlooking the rear garden.

**Bedroom Three** - 1.83m x 3.12m (6'0" x 10'3") - This roomy single bedroom would also be a great home office, having wall mounted radiator, carpet to floor, neutral décor and uPVC window to the front.

**Bathroom** - 1.83m x 1.96m (6'0" x 6'5") - The tranquil family bathroom is the perfect spot to relax and unwind. Having a three piece white suite, comprising of low flush WC, pedestal wash hand basin and bath with shower over, splash back tiles to walls and well as vinyl flooring, neutral décor and wall mounted radiator to finish.

**Master Bedroom** - 3.89m x 6.27m (12'9" x 20'7") - One of the many wow factors of this home is the master bedroom located on the top floor, with vast amounts of space and can easily hold a queen sized bed. A dormer window to the front aspect and skylight window to the rear with handy little dressing area. Having aerial point in place with wall mounted radiator, carpet flooring and further door leading to the en-suite.

**Ensuite** - 1.93m x 1.96m (6'4" x 6'5") - Ideal space to hide away and relax, the sleek en-suite comprises of shower unit, low flush WC and pedestal wash hand basin. Vinyl flooring for easy clean, wall mounted radiator and Velux style window to the rear.

**Exterior** - The front of the property is a well maintained lawn area, surrounded by plants and shrubs, adding to the kerb appeal with splashes of colour throughout. A sheltered parking space located to the side offering ample off road parking. 

To the rear of the property is a fully enclosed, well landscaped garden , surrounded by large wooden fencing adding privacy. Mainly laid to lawn with patio area, perfect for entertaining in the summer months.

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## Floorplans

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## EPC Graphs

- ![EE Rating](/listings/photos/171731405/1690154) - EE Rating

## Sales History

*Recorded sales for this property. Data from Land Registry Price Paid.*

| Address | Price | Date | Type |
|---------|-------|------|------|
| 55 GOLDFINCH COURT, WATH UPON DEARNE, ROTHERHAM, SOUTH YORKSHIRE, S63 6FJ | £187,500 | 02/04/2026 | Terraced |
| 55 GOLDFINCH COURT, WATH UPON DEARNE, ROTHERHAM, SOUTH YORKSHIRE, S63 6FJ | £142,750 | 02/02/2021 | Terraced |
| 55 GOLDFINCH COURT, WATH UPON DEARNE, ROTHERHAM, SOUTH YORKSHIRE, S63 6FJ | £149,950 | 21/12/2010 | Terraced |

## Sold Comparables

*Same street and nearby sales within 0.25 miles. Data from Land Registry Price Paid. Last 5 years.*

| Address | Price | Date | Type |
|---------|-------|------|------|
| 8 GARDEN STREET, WATH UPON DEARNE, ROTHERHAM, SOUTH YORKSHIRE, S63 6QL | £125,000 | 19/12/2025 | Terraced |
| 20 JOHNSONS GARDENS, WATH UPON DEARNE, ROTHERHAM, SOUTH YORKSHIRE, S63 6FR | £190,000 | 08/12/2025 | Terraced |
| 198 BARNSLEY ROAD, WATH UPON DEARNE, ROTHERHAM, SOUTH YORKSHIRE, S63 6DQ | £164,000 | 03/12/2025 | Terraced |
| 44 KINGSBROOK CHASE, WATH UPON DEARNE, ROTHERHAM, SOUTH YORKSHIRE, S63 7FB | £160,000 | 14/11/2025 | Terraced |
| 17 BARNSLEY ROAD, WATH UPON DEARNE, ROTHERHAM, SOUTH YORKSHIRE, S63 6PZ | £115,000 | 15/08/2025 | Terraced |
| 1 CO OPERATIVE STREET, WATH UPON DEARNE, ROTHERHAM, SOUTH YORKSHIRE, S63 6QH | £82,000 | 17/03/2025 | Terraced |
| 9 SKYLARK VIEW, WATH UPON DEARNE, ROTHERHAM, SOUTH YORKSHIRE, S63 6FG | £217,500 | 15/12/2023 | Terraced |
| 1 CO OPERATIVE STREET, WATH UPON DEARNE, ROTHERHAM, SOUTH YORKSHIRE, S63 6QH | £75,000 | 12/10/2023 | Terraced |
| 7 MERE VIEW, WATH UPON DEARNE, ROTHERHAM, SOUTH YORKSHIRE, S63 6FL | £150,000 | 06/10/2023 | Terraced |
| 38 BARNSLEY ROAD, WATH UPON DEARNE, ROTHERHAM, SOUTH YORKSHIRE, S63 6QB | £62,000 | 06/10/2023 | Terraced |
| 21 SKYLARK VIEW, WATH UPON DEARNE, ROTHERHAM, SOUTH YORKSHIRE, S63 6FG | £190,000 | 29/09/2023 | Terraced |
| 33 SONGTHRUSH WAY, WATH UPON DEARNE, ROTHERHAM, SOUTH YORKSHIRE, S63 6FN | £230,000 | 20/06/2023 | Terraced |
| 29 SKYLARK VIEW, WATH UPON DEARNE, ROTHERHAM, SOUTH YORKSHIRE, S63 6FG | £150,000 | 19/06/2023 | Terraced |
| [Same street] 53 GOLDFINCH COURT, WATH UPON DEARNE, ROTHERHAM, SOUTH YORKSHIRE, S63 6FJ | £173,000 | 19/05/2023 | Terraced |
| 72 BARNSLEY ROAD, WATH UPON DEARNE, ROTHERHAM, SOUTH YORKSHIRE, S63 6DE | £60,000 | 12/05/2023 | Terraced |
| 13 CO OPERATIVE STREET, WATH UPON DEARNE, ROTHERHAM, SOUTH YORKSHIRE, S63 6QH | £84,000 | 25/10/2022 | Terraced |
| 6 GARDEN STREET, WATH UPON DEARNE, ROTHERHAM, SOUTH YORKSHIRE, S63 6QL | £110,000 | 04/10/2022 | Terraced |
| [Same street] 8 GOLDFINCH COURT, WATH UPON DEARNE, ROTHERHAM, SOUTH YORKSHIRE, S63 6FJ | £310,000 | 16/09/2022 | Detached |
| [Same street] 4 GOLDFINCH COURT, WATH UPON DEARNE, ROTHERHAM, SOUTH YORKSHIRE, S63 6FJ | £145,000 | 16/09/2022 | Terraced |
| 88 BARNSLEY ROAD, WATH UPON DEARNE, ROTHERHAM, SOUTH YORKSHIRE, S63 6DQ | £110,000 | 08/09/2022 | Terraced |
| 59 BARNSLEY ROAD, WATH UPON DEARNE, ROTHERHAM, SOUTH YORKSHIRE, S63 6PZ | £136,000 | 29/07/2022 | Terraced |
| 59 BARNSLEY ROAD, WATH UPON DEARNE, ROTHERHAM, SOUTH YORKSHIRE, S63 6PZ | £136,000 | 29/07/2022 | Terraced |
| 2 SONGTHRUSH WAY, WATH UPON DEARNE, ROTHERHAM, SOUTH YORKSHIRE, S63 6FN | £182,000 | 29/06/2022 | Terraced |

**Street average:** £209,333 (3 sales)
**Area average:** £136,425 (20 sales)

## Price vs local average

*Outcode + property type (HousePrices, last 2 years).*

- **Local average:** £125,894 (59 Terraced, S63, 2024–2026)
- **Deviation:** +46.9%

## Rental Range

*ONS Price Index of Private Rents (Rotherham). Low / Realistic / Optimistic = conservative / average / best case.*

- **Low:** £612/mo
- **Realistic:** £680/mo
- **Optimistic:** £748/mo

## LHA (Local Housing Allowance)

*VOA 30th percentile rent floor for Barnsley (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026).*

- **LHA floor (this property size):** £549/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, Hollowgate Avenue, S63 | £800/mo | 3 | 0.43 miles | OpenRent |
| 3 Bed Semi-Detached House, Chapel Avenue, S73 | £780/mo | 3 | 0.98 miles | OpenRent |

**Average rent: £790/mo (2 listings)**

## 1% Rule

- **Rent ratio:** 0.43% (weak for cashflow)
- **Max investor price (0.8%):** £98,750
- **Target investor price (1%):** £79,000

*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 £790/mo).*

- **Gross yield:** 5.1%
- **Cost-to-rent:** 19.5×
- **Monthly cashflow:** £-43/mo (75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term)
- **Cash-on-cash ROI:** -1%

*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:** £1,968/m²

## Capital growth trend

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

- **5y growth:** 60.1%
- **10y growth:** 82.9%

## House Price Index (HM Land Registry)

*Official index for Rotherham; Terraced series; as of May 2026.*

- **1y growth (index):** 3.1%
- **5y growth (index):** 27.1%
- **10y growth (index):** 65.6%

## Flood risk

- **Zone:** 1
- **Risk:** Low
- **Source:** Job (default Low)

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