For sale Flat

21 THE RACE

WILMSLOW, HANDFORTH, CHESHIRE EAST SK9 3BT

2 beds 1 baths 549 sq ft Listed 27 May 2026 (-17d)

£175,000

Guide Price

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Property details

Tenure

LEASEHOLD

Floor area

51 m²

Council tax band

B

EPC rating

C

Year built

England and Wales: 1967-1975

Last sold

£110,000 Aug 2015

Price per m²

£3,431/m²

Local average

£238,084 (-26.5%)

Deprivation

Decile 9 (29,614 of 33,755)

Street crime

106 incidents within 1 mile (Apr 2026)

Key features

  • PRIVATE SOUTH FACING GARDEN LOOKING INTO WOODLAND
  • ALLOCATED CAR PARK
  • NO SERVICE CHARGES
  • BUILT IN WARDROBES
  • WALKING DISTANCE FROM TRAIN STATION
  • GREAT OPPORTUNITY FOR FIRST TIME BUYERS OR INVESTORS
  • FRONT GARDEN AND PATIO AREA
  • MODERN KITCHEN
  • WALK IN SHOWER
  • CENTRAL LOCATION

Additional details

Parking
Allocated
Garden
Yes

Description

Enquire quoting ref 25077 to book a viewing online and connect to the local agent.

The Property

A great opportunity
to own a spacious ground floor, 2 Bedroom Apartment situated just off the ever-popular
Caldy Road with your own private South Facing garden that back on to River Dean and an allocated parking
space. A great first-time buyer
opportunity.

The property:

Private entrance
porch leading to the living room.

·
Lounge – spacious lounge, laminated flooring with built in cupboard
overlooking the front of the home.

·
Kitchen – Modern kitchen with laminated flooring and space for under
counter fridge and freezer, space for washing machine and electric hob/oven. There
is a sink with a mixer tap and window looking into the porch,

·
Inner hallway leading to:

o Main Bedroom – French
doors into the garden, laminated flooring and built in wardrobes.

o Double Bedroom –
window to rear, laminated flooring and built in cupboard with boiler.

o Bathroom – Fitted bathroom,
fully tiled with walk in shower, basin with mixer tap, W/C and window to the
rear.

o Large Storage
cupboard.

To the front of the property there is an outside storage cupboard. There is a patio area and a front
garden. To the rear there is a larger than average South Facing Garden looking
into beautiful Woodland.

The property is a Leasehold with 126 years remaining, The rent is Peppercorn and there are NO service charges

Location

In a great location
close to Handforth Train Station and within walking distance of Handforth
Village, Handforth Dean and Stanley Green, convenient for transport in to
Manchester City Centre, Stockport and the beautiful Cheshire Countryside, Styal
Mill Country Park is a stones throw from Handforth. In recent years
neighbouring Handforth Dean/Stanley Green has grown to become a thriving
Business Hub offering a large variety of employment opportunities. There is the
popular Wilmslow Farmers Market which is bustling with Arts, Antiques, Crafts,
Food and Drink as well as a Makers Market in the neighbouring Heald Green.
Locally there are many Independent and State Primary and Secondary Schools and
access points to the North West Motorway network system. Manchester
International Airport and some of Cheshire's finest countryside are close at
hand. The New Manchester Airport Relief Road is a short Drive offering access
to Manchester, Hazel Grove, Poynton, Bramhall, Heald Green, Cheadle, Cheadle
Hulme to name a few.

Disclaimer

These particulars
do not constitute or form part of an offer or contract nor may they be regarded
as representations. All dimensions are approximate for guidance only, their
accuracy cannot be confirmed. Reference to appliances and/or services does not
imply that they are necessarily in working order or fit for purpose or included
in the Sale. Buyers are advised to obtain verification from their solicitors as
to the tenure if the property, as well as fixtures and fittings and where the
property has been extended/converted as to planning approval and building
regulations. All interested parties must themselves verify their accuracy.

Property enquiries and viewings are managed by OpenMoov.

Disclaimer:

Sales: The information provided about this property does not constitute or form part of an offer or contract, nor may be it be regarded as representations. All interested parties must verify accuracy and your solicitor must verify tenure/lease information, fixtures & fittings and, where the property has been extended/converted, planning/building regulation consents. All dimensions are approximate and quoted for guidance only as are floor plans which are not to scale and their accuracy cannot be confirmed. Reference to appliances and/or services does not imply that they are necessarily in working order or fit for the purpose. Council tax rates have been obtained via the owner or VOA.gov and should be verified by your solicitor on purchase.

Lettings: The information provided about this property does not constitute or form part of an offer or contract, nor may it be regarded as representations. All interested parties must verify accuracy. All dimensions are approximate and quoted for guidance only as are floor plans which are not to scale and their accuracy cannot be confirmed. Referencing requirements will apply, a holding deposit of 1 weeks rent and a full deposit of up to 5 weeks rent. Council tax rates have been obtained via the owner or VOA.gov and should be verified prior to entering a tenancy agreement.

Listed by

National

The Good Estate Agent

Reference: 88963131

EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost

Current rating: C

Potential rating: C

Inspection date: 04/08/2025

Expiry date: 03/08/2035

Current heating cost: £480/year

Potential heating cost: £365/year

Est. upgrade cost to C: £8,798

Recommendations

  • Cavity wall insulation (£900 - £1,500)
  • Floor insulation (solid floor) (£5,000 - £10,000)
  • Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (£90 - £105)

View full EPC on gov.uk

Flood risk

Zone: 1

Risk: Low

Job (default Low)

Floorplans

Floorplan 1

Floorplan 1

FENSA Certificates

This property has 1 FENSA certificate(s) on record, indicating window/door installations by FENSA-approved installers.

FENSA Certificate #7673551

Property Details

Street: 21 The Race

Town: Handforth

Postcode: SK9 3BT

Installation Details

Items: 4 windows and 1 door

Certificate Issued: 27/09/2010

Work Completed: 06/07/2010

This certificate data was retrieved from FENSA's database

What is FENSA? FENSA (Fenestration Self-Assessment Scheme) is a government-authorised scheme that monitors building regulation compliance for replacement windows and doors. Certificates indicate that work was completed by FENSA-approved installers.

Price history

Event Date Price % change
Listed for sale £175,000 +59.1%
Sold 07/08/2015 (10 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
34 FINSBURY WAY, HANDFORTH, WILMSLOW, CHESHIRE EAST, SK9 3AQ £161,950 18/12/2025 Flat
38 CALDY ROAD, HANDFORTH, WILMSLOW, CHESHIRE EAST, SK9 3BY £160,500 14/11/2025 Flat
FERNDALE FLAT 19 STATION ROAD, HANDFORTH, WILMSLOW, CHESHIRE EAST, SK9 3AB £80,000 20/11/2023 Flat
40 CALDY ROAD, HANDFORTH, WILMSLOW, CHESHIRE EAST, SK9 3BY £171,000 16/11/2022 Flat
FERNDALE FLAT 26 STATION ROAD, HANDFORTH, WILMSLOW, CHESHIRE EAST, SK9 3AB £77,500 10/11/2022 Flat
108 CALDY ROAD, HANDFORTH, WILMSLOW, CHESHIRE EAST, SK9 3BU £165,000 04/11/2022 Flat
FERNDALE FLAT 5 STATION ROAD, HANDFORTH, WILMSLOW, CHESHIRE EAST, SK9 3AB £69,950 26/09/2022 Flat
132 CALDY ROAD, HANDFORTH, WILMSLOW, CHESHIRE EAST, SK9 3BS £140,000 24/08/2022 Flat
FERNDALE FLAT 31 STATION ROAD, HANDFORTH, WILMSLOW, CHESHIRE EAST, SK9 3AB £65,000 17/08/2022 Flat
FERNDALE FLAT 36 STATION ROAD, HANDFORTH, WILMSLOW, CHESHIRE EAST, SK9 3AB £71,000 20/07/2022 Flat
42 CALDY ROAD, HANDFORTH, WILMSLOW, CHESHIRE EAST, SK9 3BY £157,000 05/07/2022 Flat
5 THE RACE, HANDFORTH, WILMSLOW, CHESHIRE EAST, SK9 3BT £160,000 05/07/2022 Flat
FERNDALE FLAT 14 STATION ROAD, HANDFORTH, WILMSLOW, CHESHIRE EAST, SK9 3AB £80,000 31/05/2022 Flat
162 CALDY ROAD, HANDFORTH, WILMSLOW, CHESHIRE EAST, SK9 3BS £122,000 20/05/2022 Flat
FERNDALE FLAT 12 STATION ROAD, HANDFORTH, WILMSLOW, CHESHIRE EAST, SK9 3AB £76,000 09/05/2022 Flat
106 CALDY ROAD, HANDFORTH, WILMSLOW, CHESHIRE EAST, SK9 3BU £148,000 29/03/2022 Flat
160 CALDY ROAD, HANDFORTH, WILMSLOW, CHESHIRE EAST, SK9 3BS £156,000 25/03/2022 Flat
FERNDALE FLAT 3 STATION ROAD, HANDFORTH, WILMSLOW, CHESHIRE EAST, SK9 3AB £76,000 04/03/2022 Flat
72 CALDY ROAD, HANDFORTH, WILMSLOW, CHESHIRE EAST, SK9 3BY £160,000 02/03/2022 Flat
2 FINSBURY WAY, HANDFORTH, WILMSLOW, CHESHIRE EAST, SK9 3AQ £123,000 14/12/2021 Flat

Area average: £120,995 (20 sales)

Capital growth trend

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

5y growth -4.3%
10y growth 38%

House Price Index (HM Land Registry — official index, not sold-price averages): Cheshire East. Series: Flats and maisonettes. As of March 2026.

1y (index) -3.5%
5y (index) 9.4%
10y (index) 33.2%

Rental Range

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

Low £878/mo
Realistic £975/mo
Optimistic £1,073/mo

Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → Cheshire East.

LHA (30th percentile) floor for West Pennine: £449/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)

Location

Nearby

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

Type Name Distance
Shop McLaren 0.1 miles
Shop Stratstone Ferrari Manchester 0.1 miles
Bus stop Handforth bridge 0.2 miles
Train station Handforth 0.2 miles
Bus stop Handforth, Dean Road / The Green 0.2 miles
Train station Styal 1.1 miles
Hospital Newlands Care Home 5.6 miles
Hospital Withington Clinic 6.1 miles
University University of Manchester Fallowfield Campus 7.0 miles
University Fallowfield Reception and Richmond Amenities Building 7.0 miles

Street-level crime

Category Count
Violence and sexual offences 34
Shoplifting 15
Public order 14
Anti-social behaviour 13
Other theft 9
Burglary 6
Other crime 5
Criminal damage and arson 4
Bicycle theft 3
Drugs 1
Theft from the person 1
Vehicle crime 1
Total incidents 106

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
St Benedict's Catholic Primary School Primary 0.4 miles Good — 28 Oct 2011
Aurora Summerfields School Other 0.5 miles Good — 27 Mar 2024
The Wilmslow Academy Primary 0.6 miles Good — 11 Jun 2013
Handforth Grange Primary School Primary 0.7 miles Outstanding — 17 Mar 2024
Lacey Green Primary Academy Primary 0.9 miles Good — 4 Feb 2024

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 Flat, Sagars Road, SK9 £995/mo 2 0.32 miles OpenRent

Average rent: £995/mo (1 listing)

Rent-driven metrics

Based on OpenRent comparables.

Rent ratio 0.57%
Max investor price (0.8%) £124,375
Target investor price (1%) £99,500
Gross yield 6.8%
Cost-to-rent ratio 14.7×
Monthly cashflow £181/mo 75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term
Cash-on-cash ROI 4.3%
  • 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).