# 2 bedroom terraced house for rent (ST8 6BD)

## Property Details

| Key | Value |
|-----|-------|
| Address | 3 CROSS STREET, STOKE-ON-TRENT, BIDDULPH, STAFFORDSHIRE ST8 6BD |
| Price | £695 pcm |
| Bedrooms | 2 |
| Bathrooms | 1 |
| Council tax | A |
| Construction age | England and Wales: before 1900 |
| Floor area | 62 m² |
| Last sold | £91,950 Sep 2017 |

## EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost

- **Current rating:** C
- **Potential rating:** B
- **Current heating cost:** £484/year
- **Est. upgrade cost to C:** £24,675

### Recommendations
- A2 (£850 - £1,500)
- Q (£4,000 - £14,000)
- W2 (£4,000 - £6,000)
- 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/9412-4429-5139-0828-8226)

## Description

Freshly decorated, beautifully presented, and perfectly placed for town and countryside.

A charming blend of warmth, character and modern comfort, this newly decorated two-bed mid-terraced home in the heart of Biddulph offers an inviting cottage-style atmosphere from the moment you step inside. The ground floor opens into a cosy open-plan lounge and dining area, where soft décor and natural light create a welcoming space ideal for relaxing evenings or hosting friends. This flows seamlessly into a well-designed kitchen, thoughtfully arranged to make the most of the space, with a useful utility area and a neatly presented bathroom completing the ground floor layout.

Upstairs, two generous double bedrooms provide peaceful retreats, each offering the same sense of comfort and freshness found throughout the home. Outside, the property benefits from two private yard spaces - perfect for morning coffee, potted plants, or simply enjoying a quiet moment outdoors.

Set within Biddulph, the location adds even more appeal. The town combines excellent commuter links with a friendly, village-like feel, making it ideal for those who want convenience without sacrificing community. With Stoke-on-Trent, Congleton and Macclesfield all within easy reach, travel for work or leisure is straightforward. At the same time, Biddulph’s closeness to green spaces—including Biddulph Grange Gardens, local nature reserves and scenic walking routes - offers a wonderful balance of countryside living and modern accessibility.

Freshly decorated and ready to move straight into, this delightful property is perfectly suited to anyone seeking a home that feels instantly welcoming.

## Property Photos

- ![Front View](/listings/photos/173069045/14640) - Front View
- ![Living Room](/listings/photos/173069045/14641) - Living Room
- ![Dining Room](/listings/photos/173069045/14642) - Dining Room
- ![Kitchen](/listings/photos/173069045/14644) - Kitchen
- ![Kitchen](/listings/photos/173069045/14646) - Kitchen
- ![Kitchen](/listings/photos/173069045/14647) - Kitchen
- ![Utility Room](/listings/photos/173069045/14649) - Utility Room
- ![Bathroom](/listings/photos/173069045/14651) - Bathroom
- ![Bedroom 1](/listings/photos/173069045/14654) - Bedroom 1
- ![Bedroom 2](/listings/photos/173069045/14655) - Bedroom 2
- ![Bedroom 2](/listings/photos/173069045/14657) - Bedroom 2
- ![Rear Yard](/listings/photos/173069045/14659) - Rear Yard
- ![Front View](/listings/photos/173069045/14661) - Front View

## Floorplans

- ![Floorplan](/listings/photos/173069045/14663) - Floorplan

## EPC Graphs

- ![EPC Rating Graph](/listings/photos/173069045/14666) - EPC Rating Graph

## Rental Range

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

- **Low:** £645/mo
- **Realistic:** £717/mo
- **Optimistic:** £789/mo

## LHA (Local Housing Allowance)

*VOA 30th percentile rent floor for East Cheshire (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026).*

- **LHA floor (this property size):** £723/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 |
|------|------|------|------|------|
| [Lovit View, High Street, ST8](http://87.117.209.195:8080/listings/51d77b0) | £800/mo | 2 | 0.02 miles | Rightmove |
| [Albert Street, Biddulph](http://87.117.209.195:8080/listings/a5f80a5) | £820/mo | 2 | 0.12 miles | Rightmove |

**Average rent: £810/mo (2 listings)**

## Rent-driven metrics

*Based on OpenRent comparables (median £810/mo).*

- **Gross yield:** 1398.6%
- **Monthly cashflow:** £701/mo (75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term)
- **Cash-on-cash ROI:** 4175.2%

*Gross yield = annual rent as % of price (no costs). 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:** £11/m²

## 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)