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APARTMENT 39

CENTENNIAL PLACE, 28, NORTHWICH ROAD, KNUTSFORD, CHESHIRE EAST WA16 0AW

2 beds 2 baths 969 sq ft Listed 18 Oct 2025 (-235d)

£480,000

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Property details

Tenure

LEASEHOLD (997 years remaining on lease)

Floor area

90 m²

Council tax band

E

EPC rating

B

Last sold

£505,000 Feb 2024

Price per m²

£5,333/m²

Local average

£827,200 (-42%)

Deprivation

Decile 7 (21,198 of 33,755)

Street crime

32 incidents within 1 mile (Apr 2026)

Key features

  • Spacious Layout: Two double bedrooms and two shower rooms, designed for comfort and ease of living.
  • Private Terrace: Large terrace with lovely views, ideal for relaxing or entertaining.
  • Modern Kitchen: Stylish, fully fitted kitchen with high-quality appliances.
  • Generous Storage: Includes walk-in wardrobe and additional storage space.
  • Accessible Living: Lift access to all floors for convenience and mobility.
  • Communal Amenities: Residents’ Lounge and landscaped gardens for socialising and leisure.
  • Active Community: Full calendar of social events fostering a friendly, vibrant environment.
  • Prime Location: Residents and visitor parking, short level walk to town centre, shops, and local amenities.
  • Pets Welcome

Additional details

Heating
Electric
Parking
Off street
Garden
Communal garden
Listed property
No
Restrictions
No
Required access
No
Rights of way
No
Flooded in last 5 years
No
Flood defences
No

Description

Step into effortless, luxury living with this recently built two-bedroom, two-shower-room apartment in the prestigious McCarthy & Stone Centennial Place development. Designed exclusively for the over-60s, this beautifully finished home boasts a generous, open-plan living area, a modern kitchen, and a lovely, large terrace – perfect for morning coffee, relaxing afternoons, or enjoying the scenic views.
The apartment occupies a highly desirable position within the development and features two spacious double bedrooms, including a walk-in wardrobe and additional storage – ideal for those who appreciate room to relax and store their belongings. The useful utility room includes a ‘Neff’ washer dryer, a large water heater and a clean air system.
Residents benefit from lift access to all floors, a welcoming Residents’ Lounge for socialising or entertaining friends and family, and access to extensive landscaped gardens, whether you prefer a leisurely stroll or simply taking in the surroundings. A full calendar of social events encourages a vibrant, friendly community atmosphere.
Conveniently located, the property offers residents and visitor parking and is just a short, level walk to the town centre, shops, and local amenities.
Enjoy comfort, convenience, and connection – the perfect setting for your next chapter at Centennial Place.
Service Charge: £401.67 per calendar month
Includes: Electricity, heating and lighting (communal areas), Water and sewage (communal areas and apartments), Maintenance of building and gardens, Building insurance, Development staff, Future maintenance fund, Professional fees and Emergency call system.
EPC Rating: B

Listed by

Knutsford

Stuart Rushton & Co

Reference: 168352445

EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost

Current rating: B

Potential rating: B

Inspection date: 29/09/2023

Current heating cost: £333/year

Potential heating cost: £333/year

View full EPC on gov.uk

Flood risk

Zone: 1

Risk: Low

Job (default Low)

Floorplans

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EPC Graphs

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Price history

Event Date Price % change
Sold 12/02/2024 (2 years ago) £505,000

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
Same street CENTENNIAL PLACE, 28 APARTMENT 46 NORTHWICH ROAD, KNUTSFORD, CHESHIRE EAST, WA16 0AW £545,000 27/02/2025 Flat
Same street CENTENNIAL PLACE, 28 APARTMENT 25 NORTHWICH ROAD, KNUTSFORD, CHESHIRE EAST, WA16 0AW £393,950 31/01/2025 Flat
Same street CENTENNIAL PLACE, 28 APARTMENT 14 NORTHWICH ROAD, KNUTSFORD, CHESHIRE EAST, WA16 0AW £530,000 17/01/2025 Flat
Same street CENTENNIAL PLACE, 28 APARTMENT 26 NORTHWICH ROAD, KNUTSFORD, CHESHIRE EAST, WA16 0AW £461,500 30/10/2024 Flat
Same street CENTENNIAL PLACE, 28 APARTMENT 5 NORTHWICH ROAD, KNUTSFORD, CHESHIRE EAST, WA16 0AW £436,000 11/10/2024 Flat
Same street CENTENNIAL PLACE, 28 APARTMENT 12 NORTHWICH ROAD, KNUTSFORD, CHESHIRE EAST, WA16 0AW £494,001 15/08/2024 Flat
Same street CENTENNIAL PLACE, 28 APARTMENT 40 NORTHWICH ROAD, KNUTSFORD, CHESHIRE EAST, WA16 0AW £365,000 26/07/2024 Flat
Same street CENTENNIAL PLACE, 28 APARTMENT 23 NORTHWICH ROAD, KNUTSFORD, CHESHIRE EAST, WA16 0AW £500,000 26/04/2024 Flat
Same street CENTENNIAL PLACE, 28 APARTMENT 17 NORTHWICH ROAD, KNUTSFORD, CHESHIRE EAST, WA16 0AW £284,264 26/04/2024 Flat
Same street CENTENNIAL PLACE, 28 APARTMENT 35 NORTHWICH ROAD, KNUTSFORD, CHESHIRE EAST, WA16 0AW £510,000 03/04/2024 Flat
Same street CENTENNIAL PLACE, 28 APARTMENT 10 NORTHWICH ROAD, KNUTSFORD, CHESHIRE EAST, WA16 0AW £390,000 28/03/2024 Flat
Same street CENTENNIAL PLACE, 28 APARTMENT 22 NORTHWICH ROAD, KNUTSFORD, CHESHIRE EAST, WA16 0AW £520,000 26/01/2024 Flat
Same street CENTENNIAL PLACE, 28 APARTMENT 7 NORTHWICH ROAD, KNUTSFORD, CHESHIRE EAST, WA16 0AW £520,000 26/01/2024 Flat
Same street CENTENNIAL PLACE, 28 APARTMENT 27 NORTHWICH ROAD, KNUTSFORD, CHESHIRE EAST, WA16 0AW £525,000 17/01/2024 Flat
Same street CENTENNIAL PLACE, 28 APARTMENT 15 NORTHWICH ROAD, KNUTSFORD, CHESHIRE EAST, WA16 0AW £500,000 11/12/2023 Flat
13 DEVIS WAY, KNUTSFORD, CHESHIRE EAST, WA16 0GY £747,079 28/10/2022 Other

Street average: £464,981 (15 sales)

Area average: £747,079 (1 sale)

Capital growth trend

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

5y growth -71.7%

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

1y (index) 1.3%
5y (index) 22.9%
10y (index) 52.2%

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 East Lancs: £474/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)

Location

Address

Devis Way

Nearby

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

Type Name Distance
Bus stop Knutsford, Northwich Road / Heathfield Square 0.1 miles
Hospital Knutsford and District Community Hospital 0.4 miles
Shop OBRIENBIKES 0.4 miles
Shop OKA 0.4 miles
Train station Knutsford 0.6 miles
Train station Plumley 2.4 miles
Hospital The Priory Hospital Altrincham 5.0 miles
University University of Chester - Warrington Campus 10.2 miles
University University Academy 92 11.5 miles

Street-level crime

Category Count
Violence and sexual offences 18
Shoplifting 4
Criminal damage and arson 3
Public order 3
Burglary 2
Drugs 1
Other theft 1
Total incidents 32

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
Knutsford Academy Secondary 0.3 miles Good — 25 Nov 2011
Cheshire Studio School Secondary 0.3 miles Good — 3 May 2017
Egerton Primary School Primary 0.4 miles Good — 13 Feb 2023
Bexton Primary School Primary 0.8 miles Good — 5 Mar 2018
St Vincent De Paul Catholic Primary School Primary 1.1 miles Good — 6 Jun 2013

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Rent-driven metrics

Based on Area rent estimate.

Rent ratio 0.2%
Max investor price (0.8%) £121,875
Target investor price (1%) £97,500
  • 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).