# 3 bedroom detached house for sale (PR2 5JF) ## Property Details | Key | Value | |-----|-------| | Address | 18 DOUGLAS LANE, PRESTON, GRIMSARGH, LANCASHIRE PR2 5JF | | Price | £249,950 | | Bedrooms | 3 | | Bathrooms | 2 | | Council tax | D | | Last sold | £239,950 Mar 2026 | ## EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost - **Current rating:** C - **Potential rating:** B - **Expiry date:** 27/02/2035 - **Current heating cost:** £1,368/year - **Est. upgrade cost to C:** £9,725 ### Recommendations - A (£100 - £350) - 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/2031-4432-9050-5307-8121) ## Description Nestled in the charming village of Grimsargh, Preston, this delightful detached family home on Douglas Lane offers a perfect blend of comfort and convenience. With three well-proportioned bedrooms, including a master suite with an en-suite bathroom, this property is ideal for families seeking space and privacy. The heart of the home is a spacious dining kitchen, perfect for family meals and entertaining guests. Adjacent to the kitchen, you will find a welcoming lounge that provides a cosy retreat for relaxation. The property also features a utility room and a convenient ground floor WC, enhancing the practicality of everyday living. A lovely sun room extends the living space, allowing for an abundance of natural light. Outside, in a separate courtyard the property has a detached single garage and parking for one vehicle, ensuring that you have ample space for your car and additional storage. The rear garden is designed for ease of upkeep, making it an ideal spot for outdoor enjoyment without the burden of extensive maintenance. Situated in a popular residential area, this home benefits from excellent motorway access, making it a great choice for commuters. With its combination of spacious interiors, practical features, and a desirable location, this property is a wonderful opportunity for those looking to settle in a friendly community. Don’t miss the chance to make this charming house your new home. 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Data from Land Registry Price Paid.* | Address | Price | Date | Type | |---------|-------|------|------| | 18 DOUGLAS LANE, GRIMSARGH, PRESTON, LANCASHIRE, PR2 5JF | £239,950 | 09/03/2026 | Detached | | 18 DOUGLAS LANE, GRIMSARGH, PRESTON, LANCASHIRE, PR2 5JF | £205,000 | 13/11/2015 | Detached | | 18 DOUGLAS LANE, GRIMSARGH, PRESTON, LANCASHIRE, PR2 5JF | £192,500 | 17/10/2008 | Detached | | 18 DOUGLAS LANE, GRIMSARGH, PRESTON, LANCASHIRE, PR2 5JF | £163,950 | 12/08/2004 | 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 | |---------|-------|------|------| | 43 THE PASTURES, GRIMSARGH, PRESTON, LANCASHIRE, PR2 5JW | £270,000 | 14/01/2026 | Detached | | [Same street] 22 DOUGLAS LANE, GRIMSARGH, PRESTON, LANCASHIRE, PR2 5JF | £225,000 | 15/12/2025 | Semi-detached | | 241 PRESTON ROAD, GRIMSARGH, PRESTON, LANCASHIRE, PR2 5JR | £525,000 | 08/12/2025 | Detached | | [Same street] 26 DOUGLAS LANE, GRIMSARGH, PRESTON, LANCASHIRE, PR2 5JF | £185,000 | 05/11/2025 | Other | | 14 SWARBRICK AVENUE, GRIMSARGH, PRESTON, LANCASHIRE, PR2 5JJ | £495,000 | 28/03/2025 | Detached | | 8 SWALLOWFOLD, GRIMSARGH, PRESTON, LANCASHIRE, PR2 5JN | £325,000 | 20/10/2023 | Detached | | [Same street] 12 DOUGLAS LANE, GRIMSARGH, PRESTON, LANCASHIRE, PR2 5JF | £276,000 | 08/09/2023 | Terraced | | 178 PRESTON ROAD, GRIMSARGH, PRESTON, LANCASHIRE, PR2 5JS | £330,000 | 11/08/2023 | Detached | | [Same street] 52 DOUGLAS LANE, GRIMSARGH, PRESTON, LANCASHIRE, PR2 5JF | £197,000 | 26/05/2023 | Semi-detached | | [Same street] 44 DOUGLAS LANE, GRIMSARGH, PRESTON, LANCASHIRE, PR2 5JF | £410,000 | 08/10/2022 | Detached | | 40 CARBIS AVENUE, GRIMSARGH, PRESTON, LANCASHIRE, PR2 5LU | £457,000 | 26/08/2022 | Detached | | 18 LANGDEN FOLD, GRIMSARGH, PRESTON, LANCASHIRE, PR2 5JL | £215,000 | 29/07/2022 | Detached | | 16 SWARBRICK AVENUE, GRIMSARGH, PRESTON, LANCASHIRE, PR2 5JJ | £495,000 | 25/07/2022 | Detached | | 216 PRESTON ROAD, GRIMSARGH, PRESTON, LANCASHIRE, PR2 5JS | £350,000 | 15/07/2022 | Detached | | 7 LANGDEN FOLD, GRIMSARGH, PRESTON, LANCASHIRE, PR2 5JL | £210,000 | 07/07/2022 | Detached | | 246 PRESTON ROAD, GRIMSARGH, PRESTON, LANCASHIRE, PR2 5JS | £410,000 | 29/04/2022 | Detached | | 36 CARBIS AVENUE, GRIMSARGH, PRESTON, LANCASHIRE, PR2 5LU | £460,000 | 23/03/2022 | Detached | | [Same street] 38 DOUGLAS LANE, GRIMSARGH, PRESTON, LANCASHIRE, PR2 5JF | £191,250 | 28/01/2022 | Semi-detached | | 12 SWARBRICK AVENUE, GRIMSARGH, PRESTON, LANCASHIRE, PR2 5JJ | £350,000 | 01/11/2021 | Detached | | [Same street] 54 DOUGLAS LANE, GRIMSARGH, PRESTON, LANCASHIRE, PR2 5JF | £445,000 | 31/08/2021 | Detached | | 214 PRESTON ROAD, GRIMSARGH, PRESTON, LANCASHIRE, PR2 5JS | £355,000 | 16/08/2021 | Detached | | 240 PRESTON ROAD, GRIMSARGH, PRESTON, LANCASHIRE, PR2 5JS | £345,000 | 02/08/2021 | Detached | | [Same street] 20 DOUGLAS LANE, GRIMSARGH, PRESTON, LANCASHIRE, PR2 5JF | £215,000 | 29/07/2021 | Semi-detached | | 21 THE PASTURES, GRIMSARGH, PRESTON, LANCASHIRE, PR2 5JW | £215,000 | 23/07/2021 | Detached | **Street average:** £268,031 (8 sales) **Area average:** £362,938 (16 sales) ## Price vs local average *Outcode + property type (HousePrices, last 2 years).* - **Local average:** £337,998 (84 Detached, PR2, 2024–2026) - **Deviation:** -26% ## Rental Range *ONS Price Index of Private Rents (Preston). Low / Realistic / Optimistic = conservative / average / best case.* - **Low:** £704/mo - **Realistic:** £782/mo - **Optimistic:** £860/mo ## LHA (Local Housing Allowance) *VOA 30th percentile rent floor for Central Lancs (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026).* - **LHA floor (this property size):** £648/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 Semi-Detached House, Carbis Avenue, PR2 | £1,150/mo | 3 | 0.17 miles | OpenRent | | 3 Bed Bungalow, Waingate, PR2 | £950/mo | 3 | 0.33 miles | OpenRent | **Average rent: £1,050/mo (2 listings)** ## 1% Rule - **Rent ratio:** 0.42% (weak for cashflow) - **Max investor price (0.8%):** £131,250 - **Target investor price (1%):** £105,000 *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 £1,050/mo).* - **Gross yield:** 5% - **Cost-to-rent:** 19.8× - **Monthly cashflow:** £-64/mo (75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term) - **Cash-on-cash ROI:** -1.1% *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:** £2,500/m² ## Capital growth trend *Land Registry outcode average from sold prices: last 12 months vs 5y and 10y ago.* - **5y growth:** 0.2% - **10y growth:** -0.1% ## House Price Index (HM Land Registry) *Official index for Preston; Detached series; as of April 2026.* - **1y growth (index):** 11.4% - **5y growth (index):** 28% - **10y growth (index):** 42.8% ## 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)