126 ARGYLE STREET
ST HELENS, MERSEYSIDE WA10 2BS
£160,000
Property details
Tenure
LEASEHOLD
Floor area
73 m²
Council tax band
A
EPC rating
C
Year built
England and Wales: 2007-2011
Last sold
£118,000 Jul 2021
Price per m²
£2,192/m²
Local average
£342,118 (-53.2%)
Deprivation
Decile 1 (929 of 33,755)
Street crime
360 incidents within 1 mile (Apr 2026)
Key features
- Modern terraced home offered with no onward chain
- Ideal purchase for first-time buyers
- Open-plan kitchen, dining, and living area
- French doors leading to enclosed rear garden
- Two spacious double bedrooms with additional floor space
- Contemporary family bathroom finished to a high standard
- Private, low-maintenance rear garden
- Prime location near town centre, Victoria Park, and A580 commuter links
Additional details
- Heating
- Gas central
- Parking
- On street
- Garden
- Yes
Description
Upon entering, you are greeted by a bright and inviting entrance hall that sets the tone for the rest of the property. From here, there is access to a convenient downstairs WC, ideal for guests, before stepping into the heart of the home. The open-plan kitchen, dining, and living area has been thoughtfully designed to maximise both space and functionality, offering a versatile layout perfectly suited to modern lifestyles. Whether you’re enjoying a quiet evening in or hosting friends and family, this space adapts effortlessly. French doors to the rear allow natural light to flood the room while providing direct access to the garden, creating a seamless indoor-outdoor flow that is particularly appealing during the warmer months.
The first floor continues to impress, offering two generously proportioned double bedrooms. Both rooms are filled with natural light and benefit from additional space thanks to the clever extension over the alleyway below, enhancing the overall sense of space and making them feel larger than expected. The accommodation is completed by a contemporary family bathroom, finished to a high standard with modern fittings, offering a stylish and comfortable space to unwind.
Externally, the property features an enclosed rear garden that provides a private and low-maintenance outdoor retreat, perfect for relaxing, entertaining, or enjoying a bit of fresh air. To the front, on-street parking is readily available, adding further convenience for homeowners and visitors alike.
Ideally positioned on the edge of St Helens Town Centre, this home enjoys close proximity to a wide range of local amenities, including shops, cafés, and well-regarded schools. Victoria Park is just a short walk away, offering beautiful green space, scenic walks, and leisure facilities. For commuters, the property is perfectly located with excellent transport links via the A580, providing easy access to both Liverpool and Manchester. Combining location, practicality, and charm, this is a truly move-in-ready home that is sure to appeal to a wide range of buyers.
Listed by
St Helens
Little Estate Agents
Reference: 173834738
EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost
Current rating: C
Potential rating: B
Inspection date: 14/09/2020
Current heating cost: £347/year
Potential heating cost: £353/year
Est. upgrade cost to C: £4,540
Recommendations
- Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (£40)
- Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp (£3,500 - £5,500)
Flood risk
Zone: 1
Risk: Low
Job (default Low)
Price history
7% since 2016
| Event | Date | Price | % change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Listed for sale | — | £160,000 | +35.6% |
| Sold | 16/07/2021 (4 years ago) | £118,000 | +7.3% |
| Sold | 01/12/2016 (9 years ago) | £110,000 | — |
Source: HM Land Registry Price Paid Data. Crown copyright.
Sold Comparables
Same street and nearby sales within 0.25 miles (last 5 years). Data from Land Registry Price Paid.
| Address | Price | Date | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| THE HOLLIES COWLEY HILL LANE, ST HELENS, MERSEYSIDE, WA10 2AS | £1,950,000 | 07/11/2022 | Other |
| THE HOLLIES COWLEY HILL LANE, ST HELENS, MERSEYSIDE, WA10 2AS | £1,000,000 | 07/11/2022 | Other |
| 51 RUTLAND STREET, ST HELENS, MERSEYSIDE, WA10 2BP | £350 | 31/03/2022 | Other |
| THE ELMS, 50 COWLEY HILL LANE, ST HELENS, MERSEYSIDE, WA10 2AW | £1,200,000 | 08/10/2021 | Other |
| Same street 112 ARGYLE STREET, ST HELENS, MERSEYSIDE, WA10 2BS | £141,000 | 14/07/2021 | Terraced |
Street average: £141,000 (1 sale)
Area average: £1,037,588 (4 sales)
Capital growth trend
Land Registry outcode average: last 12 months vs 5y and 10y ago (from sold prices).
House Price Index (HM Land Registry — official index, not sold-price averages): St Helens. Series: All dwelling types. As of March 2026.
Rental Range
Estimated market rent for St. Helens. Low = conservative, Realistic = average, Optimistic = best case.
Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → St. Helens.
LHA (30th percentile) floor for St Helens: £524/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)
Location
Address
Argyle Street
Nearby
Nearest stations, universities and amenities (distance from property).
| Type | Name | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bus stop | NORTH RD/ST MARKS CHURCH | 0.1 miles |
| Bus stop | NORTH ROAD/WINDLE STREET | 0.1 miles |
| Shop | Unknown | 0.2 miles |
| Shop | College Street Post Office | 0.3 miles |
| Train station | St Helens Central | 0.8 miles |
| Hospital | Fairfield Hospital | 1.7 miles |
| Hospital | St Helens Hospital | 1.8 miles |
| Train station | Thatto Heath | 1.8 miles |
| University | Liverpool Hope University | 7.9 miles |
| University | Edge Hill University | 8.6 miles |
Street-level crime
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 147 |
| Anti-social behaviour | 34 |
| Shoplifting | 33 |
| Criminal damage and arson | 32 |
| Public order | 30 |
| Drugs | 26 |
| Vehicle crime | 21 |
| Other crime | 12 |
| Burglary | 9 |
| Other theft | 9 |
| Bicycle theft | 3 |
| Robbery | 3 |
| Possession of weapons | 1 |
| Total incidents | 360 |
Within 1 mile during Apr 2026. Source: data.police.uk (England & Wales).
Schools nearby
Nearest open schools with Ofsted ratings (England). Closed schools are not shown. Data from Get Information about Schools and Ofsted.
| Name | Type | Distance | Ofsted |
|---|---|---|---|
| This Is My Education - TIME | Other | 0.3 miles | Inadequate — 10 May 2023 |
| Launchpad Centre | Other | 0.4 miles | Good — 24 Mar 2017 |
| Rivington Primary School | Primary | 0.4 miles | Good — 25 Apr 2024 |
| St Mary & St Thomas CofE Primary School | Primary | 0.4 miles | Outstanding — 20 Mar 2019 |
| Cowley International College | Secondary | 0.5 miles | Good — 22 Nov 2016 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Bed Terraced House, Morley St, WA10 | £850/mo | 2 | 0.07 miles | OpenRent |
| 2 Bed End Terrace, Charles St, WA10 | £895/mo | 2 | 0.52 miles | OpenRent |
Average rent: £873/mo (2 listings)
Rent-driven metrics
Based on OpenRent comparables.
- Rent ratio — Monthly rent ÷ purchase price (1% rule). 1%+ = strong, 0.8–1% = okay, <0.8% = weak for cashflow.
- Max investor price — Rent ÷ 0.8%; the price at which rent would be 0.8% of price (Stoke-style target).
- Target investor price — Rent ÷ 1%; the price at which rent would be 1% of price (strong cashflow band).
- Gross yield — Annual rent as % of purchase price (no costs).
- Cost-to-rent — Price ÷ annual rent (from OpenRent comparables). Under 14× = strong, 14–16× = acceptable, 17×+ = compressed.
- Cashflow — Rent minus 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).