# 3 bedroom detached house for sale (M41 9JW) ## Property Details | Key | Value | |-----|-------| | Address | 20, ROYAL AVENUE, URMSTON, MANCHESTER M41 9JW | | Price | £425,000 | | Bedrooms | 3 | | Bathrooms | 1 | | Council tax | D | | Construction age | England and Wales: 1930-1949 | | Floor area | 105 m² | ## EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost - **Current rating:** D - **Potential rating:** C - **Expiry date:** 13/12/2025 — **EXPIRED** (no longer valid for marketing or letting) - **Current heating cost:** £976/year - **Est. upgrade cost to C:** £13,565 ### Recommendations - B (£500 - £1,500) - W1 (£800 - £1,200) - E (£65) - N (£4,000 - £6,000) - U (£5,000 - £8,000) [View full EPC on gov.uk](https://find-energy-certificate.service.gov.uk/energy-certificate/9248-8981-7262-4515-3924) ## Description **CENTRAL URMSTON LOCATION** - A beautifully presented detached family home occupying a prime position in a spacious plot in the heart of Urmston, offering approximately 1,150 Sqft of versatile living accommodation, just a short walk from the town centre, excellent schools and superb transport links. Perfectly positioned within one of Trafford's most sought-after locations, this attractive detached residence presents a fantastic opportunity to acquire a spacious family home that effortlessly combines character, practicality and generous living space. The accommodation is thoughtfully arranged over two floors and comprises of a welcoming entrance hallway with a convenient ground floor WC leads through to a bright bay fronted living room, creating an elegant and inviting reception space. To the rear, a second reception room provides the ideal family living room or entertaining area, flowing seamlessly into a delightful sun room with attractive views across the beautifully landscaped rear garden. The fitted kitchen is complemented by an adjoining utility area, offering excellent additional storage and everyday practicality. To the first floor are three well-proportioned bedrooms, comprising two generous double bedrooms and a comfortable single bedroom, perfectly suited as a child's room, home office or dressing room. The accommodation is served by a modern family bathroom alongside a separate WC, adding further convenience for busy family life. One of the property's standout features is its exceptional rear garden. Lovingly maintained and beautifully established, it provides a wonderfully private outdoor retreat with extensive paved seating areas ideal for al fresco dining and entertaining. A rich variety of mature trees, colourful planting, ornamental shrubs and attractive borders create year-round interest, while a detached garage with an adjoining covered workshop offers excellent storage and flexibility. To the front, a block-paved driveway provides off-road parking, with a wrought iron gated entrance leading to a private pathway and the welcoming front door. Situated just moments from Urmston's vibrant town centre, residents can enjoy an excellent selection of independent cafés, restaurants, bars and shops, together with highly regarded local schools and outstanding commuter links via Urmston railway station, the M60 motorway network and Manchester city centre. Offering spacious accommodation, beautifully maintained gardens and an enviable central location, this is a rare opportunity to secure a detached family home in one of Urmston's most desirable settings. Contact VitalSpace Estate Agents for more information. ## Property Photos - ![Photo](/listings/photos/90834915/1301230) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/90834915/1301231) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/90834915/1301232) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/90834915/1301233) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/90834915/1301234) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/90834915/1301236) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/90834915/1301237) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/90834915/1301239) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/90834915/1301241) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/90834915/1301243) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/90834915/1301247) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/90834915/1301249) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/90834915/1301251) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/90834915/1301253) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/90834915/1301255) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/90834915/1301258) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/90834915/1301260) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/90834915/1301263) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/90834915/1301265) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/90834915/1301267) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/90834915/1301270) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/90834915/1429212) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/90834915/1429214) ## Floorplans - ![Floorplan 1](/listings/photos/90834915/1301273) - Floorplan 1 ## Price vs local average *Outcode + property type (HousePrices, last 2 years).* - **Local average:** £546,731 (26 Detached, M41, 2024–2026) - **Deviation:** -22.3% ## Rental Range *ONS Price Index of Private Rents (Trafford). Low / Realistic / Optimistic = conservative / average / best case.* - **Low:** £1,226/mo - **Realistic:** £1,362/mo - **Optimistic:** £1,498/mo ## LHA (Local Housing Allowance) *VOA 30th percentile rent floor for Central Greater Manchester (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026).* - **LHA floor (this property size):** £947/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 End Terrace, Fairholme Avenue, M41 | £1,850/mo | 3 | 0.29 miles | OpenRent | | 3 Bed Semi-Detached House, Cavendish Road, M41 | £1,250/mo | 3 | 0.47 miles | OpenRent | | 3 Bed Semi-Detached House, Bradfield Road, M41 | £1,600/mo | 3 | 1.01 miles | OpenRent | | 3 Bed Semi-Detached House, The Crescent, M41 | £1,400/mo | 3 | 1.15 miles | OpenRent | **Average rent: £1,525/mo (4 listings)** ## 1% Rule - **Rent ratio:** 0.35% (weak for cashflow) - **Max investor price (0.8%):** £187,500 - **Target investor price (1%):** £150,000 *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 £1,500/mo).* - **Gross yield:** 4.2% - **Cost-to-rent:** 23.6× - **Monthly cashflow:** £-349/mo (75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term) - **Cash-on-cash ROI:** -3.4% *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:** £4,048/m² ## Capital growth trend *Land Registry outcode average from sold prices: last 12 months vs 5y and 10y ago.* - **5y growth:** 34% - **10y growth:** 76.2% ## House Price Index (HM Land Registry) *Official index for Trafford; Detached series; as of April 2026.* - **1y growth (index):** 2.6% - **5y growth (index):** 21.2% - **10y growth (index):** 63.8% ## 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)