# 3 bedroom semi-detached house for sale (SY13 1LU) ## Property Details | Key | Value | |-----|-------| | Address | 38 THE GROVE, WHITCHURCH, SHROPSHIRE SY13 1LU | | Price | £220,000 | | Bedrooms | 3 | | Bathrooms | 1 | | Council tax | B | | Construction age | England and Wales: 1967-1975 | | Floor area | 81 m² | | Last sold | £218,000 Dec 2025 | ## EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost - **Current rating:** D - **Potential rating:** C - **Expiry date:** 24/01/2026 — **EXPIRED** (no longer valid for marketing or letting) - **Current heating cost:** £799/year ### Recommendations - W2 (6,000) - E (30) - I (3,000) - N (6,000) - U (8,000) [View full EPC on gov.uk](https://find-energy-certificate.service.gov.uk/energy-certificate/2758-4062-7239-4426-0914) ## Description **GENERAL** **** **** Don't miss this opportunity to own a fantastic semi-detached property in a desirable location featuring coveted off-street parking with a private driveway large enough for multiple vehicles and a garage. The interior offers a practical layout with a living room, dining room, kitchen, and utility room on the ground floor. Upstairs, you'll find three well-proportioned bedrooms and a family bathroom. A perfect blend of comfort and convenience!  **ENTRANCE** **HALL** **** UPVC double glazed front door, radiator, carpeted throughout, staircase rising to the first floor, access into the kitchen and lounge.  **LOUNGE** **10' 4" x 13' 0" (3.15m x 3.96m)** Carpeted throughout, radiator, UPVC double glazed window to the front elevation, feature fireplace, opening leading into the dining room.  **DINING** **ROOM** **8' 7" x 10' 11" (2.62m x 3.33m)** Carpeted throughout, radiator, UPVC double glazed french doors opening out into the rear patio, door leading into the kitchen/utility.   **UTILITY** **** **7' 6" x 10' 11" (2.29m x 3.33m)** UPVC double glazed window to the rear elevation, tiled flooring, cream base units and wall cupboards, wood effect work surfaces, space for appliances, stainless steel sink with mixer tap, archway leading to the kitchen.  **KITCHEN** **8' 7" x 9' 7" (2.62m x 2.92m)** Tiled flooring continued, cream base units and wall cupboards, wood effect work surface, tiled splash back, radiator, UPVC double glazed window to the side elevation, UPVC double glazed door opening out into the rear garden.   **LANDING** **** UPVC double glazed window to the side elevation, carpeted throughout, access into the loft space, access into all 3 bedrooms and the bathroom.   **BEDROOM** **ONE** **** **9' 9" x 12' 8" (2.97m x 3.86m)** UPVC double glazed window to the front elevation, carpeted throughout, radiator.   **BEDROOM** **TWO** **** **9' 9" x 11' 2" (2.97m x 3.4m)** UPVC double glazed window to the rear elevation, carpeted throughout, radiator.   **BEDROOM** **THREE** **6' 6" x 9' 5" (1.98m x 2.87m)** UPVC double glazed window to the front elevation, carpeted throughout, radiator.   **BATHROOM** **6' 6" x 7' 1" (1.98m x 2.16m)** UPVC double glazed window to the rear elevation, tiled flooring, tiled walls, spot lamp lighting, radiator, three piece suite comprising of a low level wc, wash hand basin and bath with shower over.   **OUTSIDE** **** **** Nestled in a desirable location, this property boasts a private driveway providing ample parking for multiple vehicles, leading conveniently to an integral garage. Enjoy the tranquility of a private rear garden, designed for relaxation and entertaining with a delightful patio area. Benefit from added privacy, as the garden is not overlooked, offering a serene and secluded outdoor retreat.  **THINKING** **OF** **SELLING?** **** BUY/SELL/ RENT & MORTGAGES.. WE DO IT ALL! AWARD WINNING ESTATE AGENCY! BEST IN WEST MIDLANDS IN 2023 & 2024* We have proudly got more FIVE STAR REVIEWS ON GOOGLE than any other local agent the most positively reviewed agent in Whitchurch. Commission Fees - We will not be beaten by any Whitchurch based agent! and we operate on a NO SALE NO FEE basis.  **** **** AML REGULATIONS We are required by law to conduct anti-money laundering checks on all those buying a property. Whilst we retain responsibility for ensuring checks and any ongoing monitoring are carried out correctly, the initial checks are carried out on our behalf by Movebutler who will contact you once you have had an offer accepted on a property you wish to buy. The cost of these checks is £30 (incl. VAT) per buyer, which covers the cost of obtaining relevant data and any manual checks and monitoring which might be required. This fee will need to be paid by you in advance, ahead of us issuing a memorandum of sale, directly to Movebutler, and is non-refundable.   **** **** AML REGULATIONS We are required by law to conduct anti-money laundering checks on all those buying a property. Whilst we retain responsibility for ensuring checks and any ongoing monitoring are carried out correctly, the initial checks are carried out on our behalf by Movebutler who will contact you once you have had an offer accepted on a property you wish to buy. The cost of these checks is £30 (incl. VAT) per buyer, which covers the cost of obtaining relevant data and any manual checks and monitoring which might be required. This fee will need to be paid by you in advance, ahead of us issuing a memorandum of sale, directly to Movebutler, and is non-refundable.   ## Property Photos - ![Photo](/listings/photos/87121938/1128663) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/87121938/1128664) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/87121938/1128665) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/87121938/1128666) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/87121938/1128667) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/87121938/1128668) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/87121938/1128669) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/87121938/1128670) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/87121938/1128671) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/87121938/1128672) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/87121938/1128673) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/87121938/1128674) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/87121938/1128675) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/87121938/1128676) ## Floorplans - ![Floorplan 1](/listings/photos/87121938/1128677) - Floorplan 1 ## EPC Graphs - ![EPC 1](/listings/photos/87121938/1128678) - EPC 1 ## FENSA Certificates This property has 1 FENSA certificate(s) on record. ### FENSA Certificate #4032564 - **Address:** 38 The Grove, Tarporley Road, SY13 1LU - **Certificate Issued:** 04/09/2006 - **Work Completed:** 21/08/2006 - **Items:** 3 window(s), 1 door(s) ## Sales History *Recorded sales for this property. Data from Land Registry Price Paid.* | Address | Price | Date | Type | |---------|-------|------|------| | 38 THE GROVE, WHITCHURCH, SHROPSHIRE, SY13 1LU | £218,000 | 12/12/2025 | Semi-detached | | 38 THE GROVE, WHITCHURCH, SHROPSHIRE, SY13 1LU | £170,000 | 12/04/2019 | Semi-detached | | 38 THE GROVE, WHITCHURCH, SHROPSHIRE, SY13 1LU | £163,500 | 07/10/2016 | Semi-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 | |---------|-------|------|------| | 2 HAZELNUT WAY, WHITCHURCH, SHROPSHIRE, SY13 4JN | £280,000 | 08/12/2023 | Semi-detached | | 11 HAROLDGATE, WHITCHURCH, SHROPSHIRE, SY13 4HJ | £325,000 | 07/06/2022 | Semi-detached | | 5 BADGER CRESCENT, WHITCHURCH, SHROPSHIRE, SY13 4JL | £275,000 | 18/03/2022 | Semi-detached | | 39 THE GROVE, WHITCHURCH, SHROPSHIRE, SY13 1LU | £175,000 | 20/08/2021 | Semi-detached | **Area average:** £263,750 (4 sales) ## Price vs local average *Outcode + property type (HousePrices, last 2 years).* - **Local average:** £283,652 (32 Semi-detached, SY13, 2024–2026) - **Deviation:** -22.4% ## Rental Range *ONS Price Index of Private Rents (Shropshire). Low / Realistic / Optimistic = conservative / average / best case.* - **Low:** £732/mo - **Realistic:** £813/mo - **Optimistic:** £894/mo ## LHA (Local Housing Allowance) *VOA 30th percentile rent floor for Wigan (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026).* - **LHA floor (this property size):** £593/mo ## 1% Rule - **Rent ratio:** 0.37% (weak for cashflow) - **Max investor price (0.8%):** £101,625 - **Target investor price (1%):** £81,300 *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:** £2,716/m² ## Capital growth trend *Land Registry outcode average from sold prices: last 12 months vs 5y and 10y ago.* - **5y growth:** 37.6% - **10y growth:** 96.8% ## House Price Index (HM Land Registry) *Official index for Shropshire; Semi-detached series; as of April 2026.* - **1y growth (index):** 3.5% - **5y growth (index):** 23.7% - **10y growth (index):** 51.7% ## 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)