# 3 bedroom semi-detached house for sale (ST7 3JJ) ## Property Details | Key | Value | |-----|-------| | Address | 19 STONECHAIR LANE, STOKE-ON-TRENT, SCHOLAR GREEN, CHESHIRE ST7 3JJ | | Price | £255,000 | | Bedrooms | 3 | | Bathrooms | 1 | | Council tax | C | | Construction age | England and Wales: 1950-1966 | | Floor area | 70 m² | | Last sold | £109,950 Jan 2004 | ## EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost - **Current rating:** D - **Potential rating:** D - **Expiry date:** 06/10/2036 - **Current heating cost:** £1,085/year - **Est. upgrade cost to C:** £16,500 ### Recommendations - W1 (£5,000 - £10,000) - U (£8,000 - £10,000) [View full EPC on gov.uk](https://find-energy-certificate.service.gov.uk/energy-certificate/9320-2473-9600-2106-7775) ## Description Nestled in the highly sought-after village of Scholar Green, this charming three-bedroom home presents an excellent opportunity for first-time buyers, growing families and those looking to enjoy village living with convenient commuter links close by. The accommodation is thoughtfully arranged and begins with a welcoming entrance hall leading to a spacious lounge, beautifully enhanced by a bay window that fills the room with natural light and creates an ideal space for relaxing or entertaining. To the rear, the well-appointed kitchen/breakfast room provides ample storage and workspace, along with room for everyday dining and direct access to the outside. To the first floor, the property offers three well-proportioned bedrooms, comprising two comfortable doubles and a versatile third bedroom which would make an ideal nursery, home office or guest room. A family bathroom completes the accommodation. Externally, the property benefits from a generous detached garage/workshop, offering excellent storage, or space for hobbyists and those working from home. The outdoor areas provide further scope for enjoying al fresco dining and family life. Ideally positioned within the popular village of Scholar Green, residents can enjoy a range of local amenities, highly regarded schools, countryside walks and excellent transport links to Congleton, Sandbach and Stoke-on-Trent. A wonderful home in a desirable location, early viewing is highly recommended. Please note that an AML fee is chargable once an offer is accepted to cover the cost of carrying out the required identity and anti-money laundering checks. ## Property Photos - ![pbox-IMG.jpg](/listings/photos/94123140/2545493) - pbox-IMG.jpg - ![pbox-IMG.jpg](/listings/photos/94123140/2545495) - pbox-IMG.jpg - ![pbox-IMG.jpg](/listings/photos/94123140/2545496) - pbox-IMG.jpg - ![pbox-IMG.jpg](/listings/photos/94123140/2545497) - pbox-IMG.jpg - ![pbox-IMG.jpg](/listings/photos/94123140/2545499) - pbox-IMG.jpg - ![pbox-IMG.jpg](/listings/photos/94123140/2545500) - pbox-IMG.jpg - ![pbox-IMG.jpg](/listings/photos/94123140/2545501) - pbox-IMG.jpg - ![pbox-IMG.jpg](/listings/photos/94123140/2545502) - pbox-IMG.jpg - ![pbox-IMG.jpg](/listings/photos/94123140/2545503) - pbox-IMG.jpg - ![pbox-IMG.jpg](/listings/photos/94123140/2545504) - pbox-IMG.jpg - ![pbox-IMG.jpg](/listings/photos/94123140/2545505) - pbox-IMG.jpg - ![pbox-IMG.jpg](/listings/photos/94123140/2545506) - pbox-IMG.jpg - ![pbox-IMG.jpg](/listings/photos/94123140/2545507) - pbox-IMG.jpg - ![pbox-IMG.jpg](/listings/photos/94123140/2545508) - pbox-IMG.jpg - ![pbox-IMG.jpg](/listings/photos/94123140/2545509) - pbox-IMG.jpg - ![pbox-IMG.jpg](/listings/photos/94123140/2545510) - pbox-IMG.jpg - ![pbox-IMG.jpg](/listings/photos/94123140/2545511) - pbox-IMG.jpg - ![pbox-IMG.jpg](/listings/photos/94123140/2545512) - pbox-IMG.jpg - ![pbox-IMG.jpg](/listings/photos/94123140/2545513) - pbox-IMG.jpg - ![pbox-IMG.jpg](/listings/photos/94123140/2545514) - pbox-IMG.jpg - ![pbox-IMG.jpg](/listings/photos/94123140/2545515) - pbox-IMG.jpg - ![pbox-IMG.jpg](/listings/photos/94123140/2545516) - pbox-IMG.jpg - ![pbox-IMG.jpg](/listings/photos/94123140/2545517) - pbox-IMG.jpg - ![pbox-IMG.jpg](/listings/photos/94123140/2545518) - pbox-IMG.jpg - ![pbox-IMG.jpg](/listings/photos/94123140/2545519) - pbox-IMG.jpg - ![pbox-IMG.jpg](/listings/photos/94123140/2545520) - pbox-IMG.jpg ## Floorplans - ![pbox-FP.jpg](/listings/photos/94123140/2545521) - pbox-FP.jpg ## EPC Graphs - ![EPC Rating Graph](/listings/photos/94123140/2545522) - EPC Rating Graph ## FENSA Certificates This property has 1 FENSA certificate(s) on record. ### FENSA Certificate #3299398 - **Address:** 19 Stonechair Lane, Scholar Green, ST7 3JJ - **Certificate Issued:** 05/12/2005 - **Work Completed:** 11/11/2005 - **Items:** 7 window(s), 1 door(s) ## Sales History *Recorded sales for this property. Data from Land Registry Price Paid.* | Address | Price | Date | Type | |---------|-------|------|------| | 19 STONECHAIR LANE, SCHOLAR GREEN, STOKE-ON-TRENT, CONGLETON, CHESHIRE, ST7 3JJ | £109,950 | 09/01/2004 | 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 | |---------|-------|------|------| | 264 CONGLETON ROAD, SCHOLAR GREEN, STOKE-ON-TRENT, CHESHIRE EAST, ST7 3JG | £295,000 | 12/12/2024 | Semi-detached | | 276 CONGLETON ROAD, SCHOLAR GREEN, STOKE-ON-TRENT, CHESHIRE EAST, ST7 3JG | £185,000 | 03/10/2023 | Semi-detached | | [Same street] 1 STONECHAIR LANE, SCHOLAR GREEN, STOKE-ON-TRENT, CHESHIRE EAST, ST7 3JJ | £275,000 | 26/05/2023 | Semi-detached | | 10 MARGERY AVENUE, SCHOLAR GREEN, STOKE-ON-TRENT, CHESHIRE EAST, ST7 3HU | £170,000 | 19/08/2022 | Semi-detached | | 250 CONGLETON ROAD, SCHOLAR GREEN, STOKE-ON-TRENT, CHESHIRE EAST, ST7 3JG | £239,000 | 29/07/2022 | Semi-detached | | 278 CONGLETON ROAD, SCHOLAR GREEN, STOKE-ON-TRENT, CHESHIRE EAST, ST7 3JG | £286,000 | 29/04/2022 | Semi-detached | | 309 CONGLETON ROAD, SCHOLAR GREEN, STOKE-ON-TRENT, CHESHIRE EAST, ST7 3JQ | £112,000 | 06/04/2022 | Semi-detached | **Street average:** £275,000 (1 sale) **Area average:** £214,500 (6 sales) ## Price vs local average *Outcode + property type (HousePrices, last 2 years).* - **Local average:** £212,000 (85 Semi-detached, ST7, 2024–2026) - **Deviation:** +20.3% ## Rental Range *ONS Price Index of Private Rents (Cheshire East). Low / Realistic / Optimistic = conservative / average / best case.* - **Low:** £887/mo - **Realistic:** £985/mo - **Optimistic:** £1,084/mo ## LHA (Local Housing Allowance) *VOA 30th percentile rent floor for South Cheshire (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026).* - **LHA floor (this property size):** £678/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 | |------|------|------|------|------| | [Mount Pleasant, Kidsgrove, ST7](http://87.117.209.195:8080/listings/c93f0c3) | £1,150/mo | 3 | 2.16 miles | Rightmove | | [Stonebank Road, Kidsgrove](http://87.117.209.195:8080/listings/a60a8a7) | £825/mo | 3 | 2.27 miles | Rightmove | | [Crown Bank Cresent, Talke Pits](http://87.117.209.195:8080/listings/3bd57bc) | £950/mo | 3 | 2.83 miles | Rightmove | | [Hope Street, Bignall End, ST7](http://87.117.209.195:8080/listings/7e2cf3e) | £900/mo | 3 | 4.21 miles | Rightmove | | [Second Avenue, STOKE-ON-TRENT](http://87.117.209.195:8080/listings/3ca615c) | £895/mo | 3 | 8.17 miles | Rightmove | **Average rent: £944/mo (5 listings)** ## 1% Rule - **Rent ratio:** 0.35% (weak for cashflow) - **Max investor price (0.8%):** £112,500 - **Target investor price (1%):** £90,000 *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 £900/mo).* - **Gross yield:** 4.2% - **Cost-to-rent:** 23.6× - **Monthly cashflow:** £-219/mo (75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term) - **Cash-on-cash ROI:** -3.6% *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:** £3,643/m² ## Capital growth trend *Land Registry outcode average from sold prices: last 12 months vs 5y and 10y ago.* - **5y growth:** 18.3% - **10y growth:** 68.5% ## House Price Index (HM Land Registry) *Official index for Cheshire East; Semi-detached series; as of July 2026.* - **1y growth (index):** 5.9% - **5y growth (index):** 29.6% - **10y growth (index):** 54.8% ## 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)