# 3 bedroom terraced house for sale (DY9 9BT) ## Property Details | Key | Value | |-----|-------| | Address | 74 CENTRAL AVENUE, STOURBRIDGE, WEST MIDLANDS DY9 9BT | | Price | £200,000 | | Bedrooms | 3 | | Bathrooms | 1 | | Council tax | A | | Construction age | England and Wales: 1950-1966 | | Floor area | 73 m² | | Last sold | £197,500 Jan 2026 | ## EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost - **Current rating:** D - **Potential rating:** B - **Expiry date:** 19/10/2030 - **Current heating cost:** £722/year - **Est. upgrade cost to C:** £18,200 ### Recommendations - W2 (£4,000 - £6,000) - E (£50) - G (£350 - £450) - I (£2,200 - £3,000) - T2 (£400 - £900) - N (£4,000 - £6,000) - U (£3,500 - £5,500) [View full EPC on gov.uk](https://find-energy-certificate.service.gov.uk/energy-certificate/2401-3900-3200-2380-0204) ## Description *** Guide Price £200,000 - £210,000 *** A beautifully presented three-bedroom mid-terraced home on Central Avenue, Stourbridge, featuring a bright lounge with French doors to a landscaped garden, a well-equipped kitchen, modern bathroom, utility room, and off-road parking. Generously sized bedrooms and thoughtful storage make this home practical and comfortable. Ideally located close to schools, shops, parks, and Stourbridge town centre, it’s perfect for families or first-time buyers seeking a stylish, well-cared-for home in a sought-after area. Set back from the road, this attractive property is approached via a block-paved driveway providing off-road parking, with steps leading up to the front entrance. The elevated position gives a pleasant outlook, and the neat frontage creates a warm welcome to the home. Upon entering, a bright and inviting hallway sets the tone for the accommodation and provides access to both the kitchen and the lounge, creating a practical and flowing ground floor layout. The kitchen, located at the front of the property, offers ample cupboard and worktop space with room for appliances and a small dining table if desired. Functional and well laid out, it’s ideal for everyday use. To the rear, the comfortable lounge provides a relaxing living space, filled with natural light through French doors that open directly onto the garden patio. This creates a lovely connection between the indoor and outdoor areas, perfect for enjoying the warmer months. Also on the ground floor is a modern downstairs WC, useful under-stairs storage, and a separate utility room, providing additional practicality for busy households. Upstairs, the property offers three generously sized double bedrooms, all tastefully presented and filled with natural light. The family bathroom has been stylishly updated to include a modern shower enclosure, complemented by a contemporary wash basin and WC, creating a fresh and inviting space. Outside, the rear garden has been attractively landscaped for both ease of maintenance and outdoor enjoyment. A paved patio area sits directly outside the French doors—ideal for garden furniture and relaxing, while steps lead up to a raised patio area offering space for additional seating and potted plants. The garden is neatly bordered with gravel and railway sleepers, adding charm and definition. To the rear, there is a shed and greenhouse, perfect for storage or gardening enthusiasts, and a side gate provides convenient access. Situated on Central Avenue, Stourbridge, this lovely home enjoys a popular and convenient location, close to well-regarded schools, local shops, parks, and transport links. Stourbridge town centre, with its wide range of amenities, restaurants, and train connections, is just a short distance away. Offering a superb blend of space, comfort, and practicality, this delightful property is ideal for families, first-time buyers, or anyone seeking a well-situated and well-cared-for home in one of Stourbridge’s most established residential areas. 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Data from Land Registry Price Paid.* | Address | Price | Date | Type | |---------|-------|------|------| | 74 CENTRAL AVENUE, STOURBRIDGE, DUDLEY, WEST MIDLANDS, DY9 9BT | £197,500 | 12/01/2026 | 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 | |---------|-------|------|------| | 33 BIRCHGATE, WOLLESCOTE, STOURBRIDGE, DUDLEY, WEST MIDLANDS, DY9 8XN | £272,000 | 24/01/2025 | Terraced | | 48 CHERRY TREE COURT, STOURBRIDGE, DUDLEY, WEST MIDLANDS, DY9 9ET | £168,000 | 20/11/2023 | Terraced | | 18 ARCHER COURT, STOURBRIDGE, DUDLEY, WEST MIDLANDS, DY9 9ES | £160,000 | 15/06/2023 | Terraced | | [Same street] 36 CENTRAL AVENUE, STOURBRIDGE, DUDLEY, WEST MIDLANDS, DY9 9BT | £150,000 | 30/11/2022 | Semi-detached | | 5 BROOK CRESCENT, STOURBRIDGE, DUDLEY, WEST MIDLANDS, DY9 9BE | £250,000 | 23/11/2022 | Terraced | | [Same street] 36 CENTRAL AVENUE, STOURBRIDGE, DUDLEY, WEST MIDLANDS, DY9 9BT | £151,000 | 22/09/2022 | Semi-detached | | 5 AMOS ROAD, STOURBRIDGE, DUDLEY, WEST MIDLANDS, DY9 9DQ | £255,000 | 31/08/2022 | Terraced | | 31 HILL TOP, STOURBRIDGE, DUDLEY, WEST MIDLANDS, DY9 9BZ | £258,000 | 26/08/2022 | Terraced | | 6 HODGE HILL AVENUE, STOURBRIDGE, DUDLEY, WEST MIDLANDS, DY9 9BS | £184,000 | 22/07/2022 | Terraced | | 35 CARLTON AVENUE, STOURBRIDGE, DUDLEY, WEST MIDLANDS, DY9 9EE | £187,000 | 10/06/2022 | Terraced | | 18 BROOK CRESCENT, STOURBRIDGE, DUDLEY, WEST MIDLANDS, DY9 9BE | £200,000 | 26/04/2022 | Terraced | | 31 HILL TOP, STOURBRIDGE, DUDLEY, WEST MIDLANDS, DY9 9BZ | £100,000 | 15/12/2021 | Terraced | | 20 CHARNWOOD COURT, STOURBRIDGE, DUDLEY, WEST MIDLANDS, DY9 9EU | £150,000 | 25/11/2021 | Terraced | **Street average:** £150,500 (2 sales) **Area average:** £198,545 (11 sales) ## Price vs local average *Outcode + property type (HousePrices, last 2 years).* - **Local average:** £206,364 (12 Terraced, DY9, 2024–2026) - **Deviation:** -3.1% ## Rental Range *ONS Price Index of Private Rents (Dudley). Low / Realistic / Optimistic = conservative / average / best case.* - **Low:** £767/mo - **Realistic:** £852/mo - **Optimistic:** £937/mo ## LHA (Local Housing Allowance) *VOA 30th percentile rent floor for Black Country (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026).* - **LHA floor (this property size):** £748/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 | |------|------|------|------|------| | 3 Bed Flat, Wynall Lane, DY9 | £950/mo | 3 | 0.2 miles | OpenRent | | 3 Bed Terraced House, Cherry Tree Court, DY9 | £1,150/mo | 3 | 0.23 miles | OpenRent | | 3 Bed Semi-Detached House, Wassell Road, DY9 | £1,095/mo | 3 | 0.37 miles | OpenRent | | 3 Bed Semi-Detached House, Jason Road, DY9 | £1,200/mo | 3 | 0.37 miles | OpenRent | | 3 Bed Terraced House, Pearson St, DY9 | £995/mo | 3 | 0.42 miles | OpenRent | | 3 Bed Semi-Detached House, Seymour Road, DY9 | £1,050/mo | 3 | 0.43 miles | OpenRent | | 3 Bed Terraced House, Cross Walks Road, DY9 | £1,150/mo | 3 | 0.52 miles | OpenRent | | 3 Bed Terraced House, Crabbe Street, DY9 | £950/mo | 3 | 0.53 miles | OpenRent | | 3 Bed Detached House, Green Lane, DY9 | £1,095/mo | 3 | 0.57 miles | OpenRent | **Average rent: £1,071/mo (9 listings)** ## 1% Rule - **Rent ratio:** 0.55% (weak for cashflow) - **Max investor price (0.8%):** £136,875 - **Target investor price (1%):** £109,500 *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 £1,095/mo).* - **Gross yield:** 6.6% - **Cost-to-rent:** 15.2× - **Monthly cashflow:** £173/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:** £2,740/m² ## Capital growth trend *Land Registry outcode average from sold prices: last 12 months vs 5y and 10y ago.* - **5y growth:** 50.7% - **10y growth:** -9.7% ## House Price Index (HM Land Registry) *Official index for Dudley; Terraced series; as of May 2026.* - **1y growth (index):** 4.9% - **5y growth (index):** 22.9% - **10y growth (index):** 62.7% ## Flood risk - **Zone:** 2 - **Risk:** In flood risk area - **Source:** Environment Agency Flood Risk Areas (APSFR) [Check long-term flood risk (GOV.UK)](https://check-long-term-flood-risk.service.gov.uk/postcode)