# 2 bedroom apartment for sale (ST15 8AY) ## Property Details | Key | Value | |-----|-------| | Address | 37, MILLSTONE COURT, MILL STREET, STONE, STONE, STAFFORDSHIRE ST15 8AY | | Price | £180,000 | | Bedrooms | 2 | | Bathrooms | 2 | | Council tax | C | | Construction age | England and Wales: 2007-2011 | | Floor area | 78 m² | | Last sold | £162,000 Feb 2007 | ## EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost - **Current rating:** C - **Potential rating:** C - **Expiry date:** 24/11/2035 - **Est. upgrade cost to C:** £1,050 ### Recommendations - A (£900 - £1,200) [View full EPC on gov.uk](https://find-energy-certificate.service.gov.uk/energy-certificate/9690-5959-0622-8527-3953) ## Description Spacious Second-Floor Apartment with Storage, Convenience and Easy Access in the Heart of Stone Set within the well-regarded Millstone Court development, this generously proportioned second-floor apartment offers 84 square metres of well-planned accommodation in a location that puts everyday convenience front and centre. Positioned on the second floor, the apartment is accessed via wide, easy-rising stairs, making it far more approachable than many buyers expect. Once inside, the sense of space is immediate, with two genuinely generous bedrooms and a layout that works equally well as a full-time home or a secure lock-up-and-leave base for those who travel regularly. A real bonus is the ample, part-boarded loft storage, providing practical space that’s rarely found in apartment living and ideal for suitcases, seasonal items or long-term storage. The location is deliberately central. Being adjacent to Morrisons and just a short walk from Stone High Street means shops, cafés, restaurants and everyday amenities are quite literally on the doorstep. For many buyers, this convenience is a major advantage, removing the need for a car for day-to-day living while still enjoying all that Stone has to offer. Well suited to professionals, downsizers, or buyers looking for a low-maintenance, secure home in a prime position, this apartment offers space, storage and location in equal measure. Key Features: Two spacious bedrooms Ensuite to the master bedroom Modern fitted kitchen with integrated appliances Bright and airy lounge/diner Contemporary bathroom with three-piece suite Secure intercom entry system Allocated parking space Well-kept communal areas and gardens Accommodation Includes: Entrance hall with useful storage A generously proportioned lounge/dining area, perfect for relaxing or entertaining Modern kitchen with integrated oven, hob and extractor Two bedrooms, including a large master with ensuite shower room A sleek main bathroom with a shower-over-bath Location Highlights: Millstone Court is ideally situated just a short walk from Stone town centre, a bustling market town steeped in history and surrounded by scenic countryside. Stone benefits from excellent transport links, including the nearby Stone railway station with direct services to Stafford, Stoke-on-Trent, and Birmingham. The A34, M6 and A51 are easily accessible, making this an ideal location for commuters. You'll also find the Canal towpaths, Stone Leisure Centre, and Westbridge Park nearby—perfect for enjoying the outdoors. The town regularly hosts popular food and music festivals, adding to its vibrant community feel. Please Note Some Images With Furniture are AI generated for staging purposes Anti-Money Laundering & ID Verification Once an offer is accepted on a property marketed by Open House Estate Agents Staffordshire, we are legally required to carry out identity verification and anti-money laundering checks on all purchasers. Ongoing monitoring is also conducted throughout the transaction until completion. To complete these checks, we use Landmark’s secure verification platform. This process confirms your identity and source of funds in line with current regulations. It is important to note that this is not a credit check and will have no impact on your credit rating. The cost of the verification is £30.00 including VAT per buyer. This fee is payable in advance once an offer has been agreed and before a Memorandum of Sale is issued. The charge is non-refundable. By proceeding with your purchase, you agree to these checks being carried out as required by law. **Entrance Hall** - **Open Plan Lounge Dining Room** - 3.72 x 5.83 (12'2" x 19'1") - **Kitchen** - 2.44 x 3.66 (8'0" x 12'0") - **Bedroom One** - 4.86 x 3.14 (15'11" x 10'3") - **En Suite** - **Bedroom Two** - 3.45 x 2.81 (11'3" x 9'2") - **Bathroom** - **Outside** - ## Property Photos - ![IMG_9790.JPG](/listings/photos/91120125/1439153) - IMG_9790.JPG - ![Open Plan Lounge Dining Room](/listings/photos/91120125/1439154) - Open Plan Lounge Dining Room - ![Kitchen](/listings/photos/91120125/1439155) - Kitchen - ![Bedroom One](/listings/photos/91120125/1439156) - Bedroom One - ![Open Plan Lounge Dining Room](/listings/photos/91120125/1439157) - Open Plan Lounge Dining Room - ![En Suite](/listings/photos/91120125/1439158) - En Suite - ![Open Plan Lounge Dining Room](/listings/photos/91120125/1439159) - Open Plan Lounge Dining Room - ![Open Plan Lounge Dining Room](/listings/photos/91120125/1439160) - Open Plan Lounge Dining Room - ![Bedroom One](/listings/photos/91120125/1439161) - Bedroom One - ![Bedroom Two](/listings/photos/91120125/1439162) - Bedroom Two - ![Bedroom Two](/listings/photos/91120125/1439163) - Bedroom Two - ![Bathroom](/listings/photos/91120125/1439164) - Bathroom - ![Entrance Hall](/listings/photos/91120125/1439165) - Entrance Hall - ![Outside](/listings/photos/91120125/1439166) - Outside - ![Outside](/listings/photos/91120125/1439167) - Outside ## Floorplans - ![37 Millstone Court Stone (002).jpg](/listings/photos/91120125/1439168) - 37 Millstone Court Stone (002).jpg - ![37 Millstone Court Stone.jpg](/listings/photos/91120125/1439169) - 37 Millstone Court Stone.jpg ## EPC Graphs - ![EE Rating](/listings/photos/91120125/1439170) - EE Rating ## Sales History *Recorded sales for this property. Data from Land Registry Price Paid.* | Address | Price | Date | Type | |---------|-------|------|------| | MILLSTONE COURT 37 MILL STREET, STONE, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST15 8AY | £162,000 | 23/02/2007 | Flat | ## Sold Comparables *Same street and nearby sales within 0.25 miles. Data from Land Registry Price Paid. Last 5 years.* | Address | Price | Date | Type | |---------|-------|------|------| | MILLSTONE COURT 8, STONE, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST15 8AY | £150,000 | 19/12/2023 | Flat | | CHURCH VIEW 3 CHURCH STREET, STONE, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST15 8EZ | £110,000 | 28/07/2023 | Flat | | KENILWORTH COURT 3 ABBEY STREET, STONE, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST15 8PA | £110,000 | 11/11/2022 | Flat | | MILLSTONE COURT 16, STONE, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST15 8AY | £170,000 | 28/10/2022 | Flat | | MILLSTONE COURT 34, STONE, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST15 8AY | £170,000 | 21/10/2022 | Flat | | MILLSTONE COURT 7, STONE, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST15 8AY | £150,000 | 17/10/2022 | Flat | | KENILWORTH COURT 9 ABBEY STREET, STONE, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST15 8PA | £130,000 | 07/10/2022 | Flat | | KENILWORTH COURT 6 ABBEY STREET, STONE, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST15 8PA | £129,000 | 12/08/2022 | Flat | | MILLSTONE COURT 15, STONE, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST15 8AY | £235,000 | 15/07/2022 | Flat | | MILLSTONE COURT 12, STONE, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST15 8AY | £240,000 | 08/06/2022 | Flat | | CHURCH VIEW 5 CHURCH STREET, STONE, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST15 8EZ | £175,000 | 11/02/2022 | Flat | | CHURCH VIEW 2 CHURCH STREET, STONE, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST15 8EZ | £120,000 | 06/12/2021 | Flat | | MILLSTONE COURT 4, STONE, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST15 8AY | £265,000 | 19/08/2021 | Flat | **Area average:** £165,692 (13 sales) ## Price vs local average *Outcode + property type (HousePrices, last 2 years).* - **Local average:** £153,286 (7 Flat, ST15, 2024–2026) - **Deviation:** +17.4% ## Rental Range *ONS Price Index of Private Rents (Stafford). Low / Realistic / Optimistic = conservative / average / best case.* - **Low:** £802/mo - **Realistic:** £891/mo - **Optimistic:** £980/mo ## LHA (Local Housing Allowance) *VOA 30th percentile rent floor for Staffordshire North (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026).* - **LHA floor (this property size):** £479/mo ## 1% Rule - **Rent ratio:** 0.5% (weak for cashflow) - **Max investor price (0.8%):** £111,375 - **Target investor price (1%):** £89,100 *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.* ## Price per Square Metre - **£/m²:** £2,308/m² ## Capital growth trend *Land Registry outcode average from sold prices: last 12 months vs 5y and 10y ago.* - **5y growth:** 49.1% - **10y growth:** 155.1% ## House Price Index (HM Land Registry) *Official index for Stafford; Flats and maisonettes series; as of April 2026.* - **1y growth (index):** -0.1% - **5y growth (index):** 12% - **10y growth (index):** 28.6% ## 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)