For sale Terraced

17 EAST DOWNS ROAD

ALTRINCHAM, BOWDON, GREATER MANCHESTER WA14 2LG

4 baths 328 m² Listed 24 Feb 2026 (-238d)

£1,595,000

Reduced on 2 Sep 2026 · Was £1,800,000

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# 6 bedroom terraced house for sale (WA14 2LG)

## Property Details

| Key | Value |
|-----|-------|
| Address | 17 EAST DOWNS ROAD, ALTRINCHAM, BOWDON, GREATER MANCHESTER WA14 2LG |
| Price | £1,595,000 |
| Bathrooms | 4 |
| Last sold | £1,320,000 Aug 2018 |

## Description

Step inside this remarkable period property, nestled in a prestigious location and offering an impressive 3,775 square feet of beautifully presented living space. The home welcomes you with a blend of stunning original features and tasteful modern updates, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere throughout. You will find five generously sized double bedrooms, perfect for family living or hosting guests, along with four well-appointed bathrooms and a dressing room.  The converted basement (ideal for a home cinema, gym, or creative studio) adds fantastic versatility to the layout, while the spacious interiors provide plenty of room for both relaxing and entertaining. Off-road parking is a real bonus in this sought-after area, making daily life that little bit easier. Every corner of this home reflects thoughtful design and attention to detail, from the elegant fireplaces to the high ceilings and beautiful period detailing. With its grand proportions, flexible living spaces, and prime location, this property is a rare find that combines timeless character with all the comforts of modern living. If you are searching for a home that truly stands out, this exceptional residence deserves your attention.

EPC Rating: C

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## Floorplans

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## EPC Graphs

- ![EPC 1](/listings/photos/87635625/55039) - EPC 1

## Sales History

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

| Address | Price | Date | Type |
|---------|-------|------|------|
| 17 EAST DOWNS ROAD, BOWDON, ALTRINCHAM, TRAFFORD, GREATER MANCHESTER, WA14 2LG | £1,320,000 | 22/08/2018 | Terraced |
| 17 EAST DOWNS ROAD, BOWDON, ALTRINCHAM, TRAFFORD, GREATER MANCHESTER, WA14 2LG | £900,000 | 27/01/2004 | Terraced |
| 17 EAST DOWNS ROAD, BOWDON, ALTRINCHAM, TRAFFORD, GREATER MANCHESTER, WA14 2LG | £230,000 | 24/03/1995 | 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 |
|---------|-------|------|------|
| [Same street] HIGH LAWN APARTMENT 2 EAST DOWNS ROAD, BOWDON, ALTRINCHAM, TRAFFORD, GREATER MANCHESTER, WA14 2LG | £1,475,000 | 15/12/2025 | Flat |
| 12 EAST DOWNS ROAD, BOWDON, ALTRINCHAM, TRAFFORD, GREATER MANCHESTER, WA14 2LQ | £1,325,000 | 05/02/2025 | Terraced |
| 30 STAMFORD ROAD, BOWDON, ALTRINCHAM, TRAFFORD, GREATER MANCHESTER, WA14 2JX | £1,195,000 | 25/04/2024 | Terraced |
| [Same street] 17 GARAGE ASSOCIATED WITH EAST DOWNS ROAD, BOWDON, ALTRINCHAM, TRAFFORD, GREATER MANCHESTER, WA14 2LG | £100,000 | 18/11/2022 | Other |
| 2 EAST DOWNS ROAD, BOWDON, ALTRINCHAM, TRAFFORD, GREATER MANCHESTER, WA14 2LH | £1,600,000 | 10/08/2022 | Terraced |
| 9 NIELDS CROFT, BOWDON, ALTRINCHAM, TRAFFORD, GREATER MANCHESTER, WA14 3DU | £827,500 | 31/03/2022 | Terraced |
| WINTON COURT 4 WINTON ROAD, BOWDON, ALTRINCHAM, TRAFFORD, GREATER MANCHESTER, WA14 2PD | £670,000 | 14/02/2022 | Terraced |

**Street average:** £787,500 (2 sales)
**Area average:** £1,123,500 (5 sales)

## Price vs local average

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

- **Local average:** £507,949 (39 Terraced, WA14, 2024–2026)
- **Deviation:** +214%

## Rental Range

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

- **Low:** £1,232/mo
- **Realistic:** £1,369/mo
- **Optimistic:** £1,506/mo

## LHA (Local Housing Allowance)

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

## Rental Comparables

*Residential lets from OpenRent and Rightmove for the area. Bedroom counts vary — use the Beds column to compare like-for-like lets. Student lets are excluded.*

| Title | Rent | Beds | Distance | As seen on |
|------|------|------|------|------|
| 1 Bed Flat, Edale, WA14 | £1,000/mo | 1 | 0.83 miles | OpenRent |

**Average rent: £1,000/mo (1 listing)**

## 1% Rule

- **Rent ratio:** 0.06% (weak for cashflow)
- **Max investor price (0.8%):** £125,000
- **Target investor price (1%):** £100,000

*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 £1,000/mo).*

- **Gross yield:** 0.8%
- **Cost-to-rent:** 132.9×
- **Monthly cashflow:** £-5,406/mo (75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term)
- **Cash-on-cash ROI:** -14%

*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).*

## Capital growth trend

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

- **5y growth:** 10.5%
- **10y growth:** 79.9%

## House Price Index (HM Land Registry)

*Official index for Trafford; Terraced series; as of July 2026.*

- **1y growth (index):** 10.4%
- **5y growth (index):** 29.9%
- **10y growth (index):** 65.8%

## 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)

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Property details

Tenure

FREEHOLD

Floor area

328 m²

Last sold

£1,320,000 Aug 2018

Local average

£507,949 (+214%)

Deprivation

Decile 10 (31,851 of 33,755)

Street crime

0 incidents within 1 mile (Aug 2026)

Key features

Period Property
Prestigious Location
3775 Sqft
Good Size Garden
Off Road Parking
Converted Basement
Stunning Features
Five Double Bedrooms
Four Bathrooms

Additional details

Parking: Yes
Garden: Yes
Listed property: No
Restrictions: No
Required access: No
Rights of way: No
Flooded in last 5 years: No
Flood defences: No

Description

Step inside this remarkable period property, nestled in a prestigious location and offering an impressive 3,775 square feet of beautifully presented living space. The home welcomes you with a blend of stunning original features and tasteful modern updates, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere throughout. You will find five generously sized double bedrooms, perfect for family living or hosting guests, along with four well-appointed bathrooms and a dressing room. The converted basement (ideal for a home cinema, gym, or creative studio) adds fantastic versatility to the layout, while the spacious interiors provide plenty of room for both relaxing and entertaining. Off-road parking is a real bonus in this sought-after area, making daily life that little bit easier. Every corner of this home reflects thoughtful design and attention to detail, from the elegant fireplaces to the high ceilings and beautiful period detailing. With its grand proportions, flexible living spaces, and prime location, this property is a rare find that combines timeless character with all the comforts of modern living. If you are searching for a home that truly stands out, this exceptional residence deserves your attention.
EPC Rating: C

Listed by

Hale

HIBBERT HOMES HALE LTD

Reference: 87635625

Flood risk

Zone: 1

Risk: Low

Job (default Low)

Registered land (INSPIRE)

This location falls inside an HM Land Registry INSPIRE registered freehold polygon.

Plot: ~1,486 m² (0.37 acres)

Source: HM Land Registry INSPIRE Index Polygons.

Floorplans

All

EPC Graphs

EPC 1

Price history

474% since 1995

Event	Date	Price	% change
Listed for sale	—	£1,595,000	+20.8%
Sold	22/08/2018 (8 years ago)	£1,320,000	+46.7%
Sold	27/01/2004 (22 years ago)	£900,000	+291.3%
Sold	24/03/1995 (31 years ago)	£230,000	—

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
Same street HIGH LAWN APARTMENT 2 EAST DOWNS ROAD, BOWDON, ALTRINCHAM, TRAFFORD, GREATER MANCHESTER, WA14 2LG	£1,475,000	15/12/2025	Flat
12 EAST DOWNS ROAD, BOWDON, ALTRINCHAM, TRAFFORD, GREATER MANCHESTER, WA14 2LQ	£1,325,000	05/02/2025	Terraced
30 STAMFORD ROAD, BOWDON, ALTRINCHAM, TRAFFORD, GREATER MANCHESTER, WA14 2JX	£1,195,000	25/04/2024	Terraced
Same street 17 GARAGE ASSOCIATED WITH EAST DOWNS ROAD, BOWDON, ALTRINCHAM, TRAFFORD, GREATER MANCHESTER, WA14 2LG	£100,000	18/11/2022	Other
2 EAST DOWNS ROAD, BOWDON, ALTRINCHAM, TRAFFORD, GREATER MANCHESTER, WA14 2LH	£1,600,000	10/08/2022	Terraced
9 NIELDS CROFT, BOWDON, ALTRINCHAM, TRAFFORD, GREATER MANCHESTER, WA14 3DU	£827,500	31/03/2022	Terraced
WINTON COURT 4 WINTON ROAD, BOWDON, ALTRINCHAM, TRAFFORD, GREATER MANCHESTER, WA14 2PD	£670,000	14/02/2022	Terraced

Street average: £787,500 (2 sales)

Area average: £1,123,500 (5 sales)

Capital growth trend

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

5y growth 10.5%

10y growth 79.9%

House Price Index (HM Land Registry — official index, not sold-price averages): Trafford. Series: Terraced. As of July 2026.

1y (index) 10.4%

5y (index) 29.9%

10y (index) 65.8%

Rental Range

Estimated market rent for Trafford. Low = conservative, Realistic = average, Optimistic = best case.

Low £1,232/mo

Realistic £1,369/mo

Optimistic £1,506/mo

Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → Trafford.

LHA (30th percentile) floor for Southern Greater Manchester: Apr 2025 – Mar 2026

Location

Map view View on Google Maps View on OpenStreetMap Street View WA14 2LG

Nearby

Nearest stations, universities and amenities (distance from property).

Type	Name	Distance
Bus stop	Rosehill, Langham Road / opposite Heald Road	0.1 miles
Bus stop	Rosehill, Langham Road / near Vicarage Lane	0.1 miles
Shop	Society	0.3 miles
Shop	Co-op Food	0.3 miles
Train station	Hale	0.5 miles
Hospital	Altrincham Hospital	0.7 miles
Hospital	Altrincham Health and Wellbeing Centre	0.8 miles
Train station	Altrincham	0.9 miles
University	University Academy 92	6.4 miles
University	University of Salford	7.1 miles

Street-level crime

Category	Count
Total incidents	0

Within 1 mile during Aug 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
Altrincham Preparatory School	Other	0.2 miles	— (No rating)
Bowdon CofE Primary School	Primary	0.3 miles	Outstanding — 12 May 2020
Altrincham Grammar School for Boys	Secondary	0.3 miles	Outstanding — 10 Nov 2022
Altrincham Grammar School for Girls	Secondary	0.3 miles	Outstanding — 4 Dec 2022
Bollin Primary School	Primary	0.4 miles	Good — 10 Nov 2022

Rental Comparables

Residential lets from OpenRent and Rightmove for the area. Bedroom counts vary — use the Beds column to compare like-for-like lets. Student lets are excluded.

Title	Rent	Beds	Distance	As seen on
1 Bed Flat, Edale, WA14	£1,000/mo	1	0.83 miles	OpenRent

Average rent: £1,000/mo (1 listing)

Rent-driven metrics

Based on OpenRent comparables.

Rent ratio 0.06%

Max investor price (0.8%) £125,000

Target investor price (1%) £100,000

Gross yield 0.8%

Cost-to-rent ratio 132.9×

Monthly cashflow £-5,406/mo 75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term

Cash-on-cash ROI -14%

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).