# 1 bedroom apartment for sale (CW8 4JN)

## Property Details

| Key | Value |
|-----|-------|
| Address | 17 RAYS BROW, NORTHWICH, BARNTON, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER CW8 4JN |
| Price | £85,000 |
| Bedrooms | 1 |
| Bathrooms | 1 |
| Council tax | A |
| Construction age | England and Wales: 1991-1995 |
| Floor area | 33 m² |
| Last sold | £54,000 Dec 2015 |

## EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost

- **Current rating:** C
- **Potential rating:** C
- **Expiry date:** 27/05/2030
- **Current heating cost:** £222/year

[View full EPC on gov.uk](https://find-energy-certificate.service.gov.uk/energy-certificate/8760-6925-5960-4468-4222)

## Description

Bright one-bedroom first-floor apartment with modern kitchen, en-suite bathroom, allocated parking, and communal gardens. Perfect for first-time buyers seeking a friendly village community and easy access to Northwich and the M56.

**Summary** - Positioned on a quiet one-way street in the ever-popular village of Barnton, this charming first-floor apartment offers an exceptional opportunity for first-time buyers and investors alike. Offered with no onward chain, the property also presents a potential rental yield in excess of 8%, making it a smart addition to any portfolio.

The accommodation briefly comprises a private entrance leading into a cosy and inviting living room — the perfect space to relax or entertain. The modern fitted kitchen features an excellent range of wall and base units along with a built-in electric oven and hob. The generously sized double bedroom benefits from an en-suite bathroom, complete with a contemporary three-piece suite and shower over bath.

Externally, residents enjoy well-maintained communal gardens to the rear and allocated parking for one vehicle to the front.

**Barnton, Northwich** - Barnton is a well-connected village on the outskirts of Northwich, offering a balance of rural charm and everyday convenience. Popular with commuters, it sits just minutes from the M56 motorway, providing easy access to Chester, Manchester and the wider motorway network.

The village benefits from local shops, a primary school and access to highly regarded secondary schools in nearby Weaverham and Hartford. Surrounded by countryside and canal-side walks along the Trent and Mersey Canal, and close to attractions such as Anderton Boat Lift and Marbury Country Park, Barnton appeals to those seeking a quieter lifestyle without sacrificing connectivity or amenities.

**Sales** - The particulars are set out as a general outline only for the guidance of intended purchasers or lessees, and do not constitute, any part of a contract. Nothing in these particulars shall be deemed to be a statement that the property is in good structural condition or otherwise nor that any of the services, appliances, equipment or facilities are in good working order. Intending Purchasers and Tenants should not rely on them as statements of representation of fact, but must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise as to their accuracy.

**First Floor Apartment** - 

**Entrance** - 

**Living Room** - 2.70 x 4.29 (8'10" x 14'0") - Step over the threshold into a welcoming living room, where natural light pours in through a wonderful square bay window—an ideal nook for a small table, reading chair, or display piece.

**Kitchen** - 2.07 x 2.26 (6'9" x 7'4") - Modern kitchen offering plenty of wall and base units for all your storage needs, featuring a built-in electric oven and hob, plus convenient spaces for a fridge/freezer and washing machine.

**Bedroom** - 2.51 x 3.29 (8'2" x 10'9") - The double bedroom connects directly to the bathroom, providing convenient access.

**Bathroom** - 2.00 x 1.97 (6'6" x 6'5") - Modern three-piece bathroom suite with WC, hand basin, and bath with shower over.

**Hallway** - 0.92 x 2.37 (3'0" x 7'9") - 

**Externally** - 

**Allocated Parking** - Allocated parking for one car and well-kept communal gardens, perfect for enjoying a friendly community atmosphere.

**Tenure** - Leasehold to be confirmed by the Vendor's solicitor.

**Possession** - Vacant possession on completion.

**Energy Performance Rating** - EPC Current Rating: C

**Local Authority** - Cheshire West and Chester Council - Band A

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## Property Photos

- ![Front of Property](/listings/photos/173817281/114248) - Front of Property
- ![Kitchen](/listings/photos/173817281/114249) - Kitchen
- ![Kitchen](/listings/photos/173817281/114250) - Kitchen
- ![Bathroom](/listings/photos/173817281/114251) - Bathroom
- ![Bedroom](/listings/photos/173817281/114252) - Bedroom
- ![Bedroom](/listings/photos/173817281/114253) - Bedroom
- ![Living Room](/listings/photos/173817281/114254) - Living Room
- ![Living Room](/listings/photos/173817281/114255) - Living Room
- ![Living Room](/listings/photos/173817281/114256) - Living Room

## Floorplans

- ![Floorplan](/listings/photos/173817281/114257) - Floorplan

## EPC Graphs

- ![EE Rating](/listings/photos/173817281/114258) - EE Rating

## Sales History

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

| Address | Price | Date | Type |
|---------|-------|------|------|
| 17 RAYS BROW, BARNTON, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW8 4JN | £54,000 | 18/12/2015 | 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 |
|---------|-------|------|------|
| 2 RAYS BROW, BARNTON, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW8 4JN | £80,000 | 04/08/2023 | Flat |
| 15 RAYS BROW, BARNTON, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW8 4JN | £62,500 | 25/11/2022 | Flat |
| 12 RAYS BROW, BARNTON, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW8 4JN | £60,000 | 31/03/2022 | Flat |

**Area average:** £67,500 (3 sales)

## Price vs local average

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

- **Local average:** £198,788 (12 Flat, CW8, 2024–2026)
- **Deviation:** -57.2%

## Rental Range

*ONS Price Index of Private Rents (Cheshire West and Chester). Low / Realistic / Optimistic = conservative / average / best case.*

- **Low:** £869/mo
- **Realistic:** £966/mo
- **Optimistic:** £1,063/mo

## 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 |
|------|------|------|------|------|
| 1 Bed Flat, Church Road, CW8 | £650/mo | 1 | 0.06 miles | OpenRent |
| 1 Bed Flat, Stoneheyes Lane, CW8 | £700/mo | 1 | 0.73 miles | OpenRent |
| Studio Flat, Crofters Lea, CW8 | £625/mo | 1 | 1.16 miles | OpenRent |
| 1 Bed Bungalow, Crofters Lea, CW8 | £695/mo | 1 | 1.16 miles | OpenRent |
| 1 Bed Flat, Beswicks Road, CW8 | £770/mo | 1 | 1.16 miles | OpenRent |
| 1 Bed Flat, Chester Road, CW8 | £795/mo | 1 | 1.24 miles | OpenRent |

**Average rent: £706/mo (6 listings)**

## 1% Rule

- **Rent ratio:** 0.82% (okay)
- **Max investor price (0.8%):** £87,250
- **Target investor price (1%):** £69,800

*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 £698/mo).*

- **Gross yield:** 9.9%
- **Cost-to-rent:** 10.2×
- **Monthly cashflow:** £268/mo (75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term)
- **Cash-on-cash ROI:** 13.1%

*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).*

## Price per Square Metre

- **£/m²:** £2,576/m²

## Capital growth trend

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

- **5y growth:** 33.7%
- **10y growth:** 84.9%

## House Price Index (HM Land Registry)

*Official index for Cheshire West and Chester; Flats and maisonettes series; as of March 2026.*

- **1y growth (index):** -2.5%
- **5y growth (index):** 9.3%
- **10y growth (index):** 33.5%

## 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)