# 1 bedroom flat for sale (WA15 7UU) ## Property Details | Key | Value | |-----|-------| | Address | 42 HOWARD COURT, ALTRINCHAM, TIMPERLEY, GREATER MANCHESTER WA15 7UU | | Price | £165,000 | | Bedrooms | 1 | | Bathrooms | 1 | | Council tax | B | | Construction age | England and Wales: 1996-2002 | | Floor area | 50 m² | | Last sold | £140,000 May 2020 | ## EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost - **Current rating:** C - **Potential rating:** B - **Expiry date:** 31/01/2030 - **Current heating cost:** £228/year - **Est. upgrade cost to C:** £1,015 ### Recommendations - E (£15) - L2 (£800 - £1,200) [View full EPC on gov.uk](https://find-energy-certificate.service.gov.uk/energy-certificate/8900-3896-5822-2407-5203) ## Description A fantastic opportunity to purchase a one bedroom second floor apartment within this highly regarded over 55 development, ideally positioned in the very heart of Timperley Village. The apartment has been modernised in recent years, featuring a contemporary kitchen and bathroom, and is presented in immaculate condition throughout. The accommodation comprises a welcoming entrance hallway with a large storage cupboard, a spacious and light-filled lounge enhanced by a feature fireplace, and a modern fitted kitchen offering an excellent range of units and storage. There is a stylish bathroom and a generous double bedroom benefiting from fitted wardrobes. The location is superb, with Timperley Village and its range of shops, cafés, and amenities just a short walk away. The development offers well-maintained communal areas and gardens, along with excellent facilities for residents, including a residents’ lounge, laundry room, guest accommodation, and the reassurance of an onsite house manager. There is also a communal car park providing offroad parking for both residents and visitors. An excellent opportunity to acquire a well proportioned apartment in one of Timperley’s most popular retirement developments, offering convenience, comfort, and a strong sense of community. Please note that an AML fee is chargeable to the buyer once an offer is accepted to cover the cost of carrying out the required identity and anti-money laundering checks. Once these checks have been completed, the fee cannot be refunded, even if the property purchase does not go ahead. ## Property Photos - ![pbox-IMG.jpg](/listings/photos/88250781/1938806) - pbox-IMG.jpg - ![pbox-IMG.jpg](/listings/photos/88250781/1938807) - pbox-IMG.jpg - ![pbox-IMG.jpg](/listings/photos/88250781/1938808) - pbox-IMG.jpg - ![pbox-IMG.jpg](/listings/photos/88250781/1938809) - pbox-IMG.jpg - ![pbox-IMG.jpg](/listings/photos/88250781/1938810) - pbox-IMG.jpg - ![pbox-IMG.jpg](/listings/photos/88250781/1938811) - pbox-IMG.jpg - ![pbox-IMG.jpg](/listings/photos/88250781/1938812) - pbox-IMG.jpg - ![pbox-IMG.jpg](/listings/photos/88250781/1938813) - pbox-IMG.jpg - ![pbox-IMG.jpg](/listings/photos/88250781/1938814) - pbox-IMG.jpg - ![pbox-IMG.jpg](/listings/photos/88250781/1938815) - pbox-IMG.jpg - ![pbox-IMG.jpg](/listings/photos/88250781/1938816) - pbox-IMG.jpg - ![pbox-IMG.jpg](/listings/photos/88250781/1938817) - pbox-IMG.jpg - ![pbox-IMG.jpg](/listings/photos/88250781/1938818) - pbox-IMG.jpg - ![pbox-IMG.jpg](/listings/photos/88250781/1938819) - pbox-IMG.jpg - ![pbox-IMG.jpg](/listings/photos/88250781/1938820) - pbox-IMG.jpg - ![pbox-IMG.jpg](/listings/photos/88250781/1938821) - pbox-IMG.jpg - ![pbox-IMG.jpg](/listings/photos/88250781/1938822) - pbox-IMG.jpg - ![pbox-IMG.jpg](/listings/photos/88250781/1938823) - pbox-IMG.jpg - ![pbox-IMG.jpg](/listings/photos/88250781/1938824) - pbox-IMG.jpg - ![pbox-IMG.jpg](/listings/photos/88250781/1938825) - pbox-IMG.jpg ## Floorplans - ![pbox-FP.jpg](/listings/photos/88250781/1938826) - pbox-FP.jpg ## EPC Graphs - ![EPC Rating Graph](/listings/photos/88250781/1938827) - EPC Rating Graph ## Sales History *Recorded sales for this property. Data from Land Registry Price Paid.* | Address | Price | Date | Type | |---------|-------|------|------| | 42 HOWARD COURT, TIMPERLEY, ALTRINCHAM, TRAFFORD, GREATER MANCHESTER, WA15 7UU | £140,000 | 15/05/2020 | Flat | | 42 HOWARD COURT, TIMPERLEY, ALTRINCHAM, TRAFFORD, GREATER MANCHESTER, WA15 7UU | £102,450 | 10/08/2001 | Flat | ## Sold Comparables *Same street and nearby sales within 0.25 miles. Data from Land Registry Price Paid. Last 5 years.* | Address | Price | Date | Type | |---------|-------|------|------| | [Same street] 16 HOWARD COURT, TIMPERLEY, ALTRINCHAM, TRAFFORD, GREATER MANCHESTER, WA15 7UU | £158,000 | 19/12/2025 | Flat | | MAYFAIR COURT, 290 APARTMENT 45 PARK ROAD, TIMPERLEY, ALTRINCHAM, TRAFFORD, GREATER MANCHESTER, WA15 6UB | £150,000 | 19/12/2025 | Flat | | 405 APARTMENT 4 STOCKPORT ROAD, TIMPERLEY, ALTRINCHAM, TRAFFORD, GREATER MANCHESTER, WA15 7XR | £68,680 | 08/12/2025 | Flat | | 6 APARTMENT 23 BAKER STREET, TIMPERLEY, ALTRINCHAM, TRAFFORD, GREATER MANCHESTER, WA15 7BP | £365,000 | 14/11/2025 | Flat | | 405 APARTMENT 3 STOCKPORT ROAD, TIMPERLEY, ALTRINCHAM, TRAFFORD, GREATER MANCHESTER, WA15 7XR | £75,000 | 25/07/2025 | Flat | | MAYFAIR COURT, 290 APARTMENT 27 PARK ROAD, TIMPERLEY, ALTRINCHAM, TRAFFORD, GREATER MANCHESTER, WA15 6UB | £225,000 | 14/11/2023 | Flat | | [Same street] 43 HOWARD COURT, TIMPERLEY, ALTRINCHAM, TRAFFORD, GREATER MANCHESTER, WA15 7UU | £147,000 | 03/11/2023 | Flat | | MAYFAIR COURT, 290 APARTMENT 48 PARK ROAD, TIMPERLEY, ALTRINCHAM, TRAFFORD, GREATER MANCHESTER, WA15 6UB | £185,000 | 02/10/2023 | Flat | | MAYFAIR COURT, 290 APARTMENT 2 PARK ROAD, TIMPERLEY, ALTRINCHAM, TRAFFORD, GREATER MANCHESTER, WA15 6UB | £135,000 | 22/09/2023 | Flat | | MAYFAIR COURT, 290 APARTMENT 6 PARK ROAD, TIMPERLEY, ALTRINCHAM, TRAFFORD, GREATER MANCHESTER, WA15 6UB | £145,000 | 23/08/2023 | Flat | | MAYFAIR COURT, 290 APARTMENT 25 PARK ROAD, TIMPERLEY, ALTRINCHAM, TRAFFORD, GREATER MANCHESTER, WA15 6UB | £112,500 | 26/05/2023 | Flat | | [Same street] 15 HOWARD COURT, TIMPERLEY, ALTRINCHAM, TRAFFORD, GREATER MANCHESTER, WA15 7UU | £160,000 | 12/05/2023 | Flat | | [Same street] 27 HOWARD COURT, TIMPERLEY, ALTRINCHAM, TRAFFORD, GREATER MANCHESTER, WA15 7UU | £134,950 | 25/11/2022 | Flat | | MAYFAIR COURT, 290 APARTMENT 39 PARK ROAD, TIMPERLEY, ALTRINCHAM, TRAFFORD, GREATER MANCHESTER, WA15 6UB | £185,000 | 09/11/2022 | Flat | | MAYFAIR COURT, 290 APARTMENT 47 PARK ROAD, TIMPERLEY, ALTRINCHAM, TRAFFORD, GREATER MANCHESTER, WA15 6UB | £108,500 | 21/10/2022 | Flat | | [Same street] 2 HOWARD COURT, TIMPERLEY, ALTRINCHAM, TRAFFORD, GREATER MANCHESTER, WA15 7UU | £142,500 | 13/10/2022 | Flat | | MAYFAIR COURT, 290 APARTMENT 30 PARK ROAD, TIMPERLEY, ALTRINCHAM, TRAFFORD, GREATER MANCHESTER, WA15 6UB | £128,000 | 16/09/2022 | Flat | | MAYFAIR COURT, 290 APARTMENT 35 PARK ROAD, TIMPERLEY, ALTRINCHAM, TRAFFORD, GREATER MANCHESTER, WA15 6UB | £120,000 | 16/09/2022 | Flat | | MAYFAIR COURT, 290 APARTMENT 40 PARK ROAD, TIMPERLEY, ALTRINCHAM, TRAFFORD, GREATER MANCHESTER, WA15 6UB | £135,000 | 31/08/2022 | Flat | | MAYFAIR COURT, 290 APARTMENT 7 PARK ROAD, TIMPERLEY, ALTRINCHAM, TRAFFORD, GREATER MANCHESTER, WA15 6UB | £125,000 | 14/07/2022 | Flat | | MAYFAIR COURT, 290 APARTMENT 44 PARK ROAD, TIMPERLEY, ALTRINCHAM, TRAFFORD, GREATER MANCHESTER, WA15 6UB | £152,500 | 21/06/2022 | Flat | | [Same street] 5 HOWARD COURT, TIMPERLEY, ALTRINCHAM, TRAFFORD, GREATER MANCHESTER, WA15 7UU | £171,000 | 21/03/2022 | Flat | | MAYFAIR COURT, 290 APARTMENT 37 PARK ROAD, TIMPERLEY, ALTRINCHAM, TRAFFORD, GREATER MANCHESTER, WA15 6UB | £150,000 | 01/02/2022 | Flat | | MAYFAIR COURT, 290 APARTMENT 50 PARK ROAD, TIMPERLEY, ALTRINCHAM, TRAFFORD, GREATER MANCHESTER, WA15 6UB | £135,000 | 01/12/2021 | Flat | | [Same street] 9 HOWARD COURT, TIMPERLEY, ALTRINCHAM, TRAFFORD, GREATER MANCHESTER, WA15 7UU | £169,950 | 25/11/2021 | Flat | | 55 THRESHFIELD DRIVE, TIMPERLEY, ALTRINCHAM, TRAFFORD, GREATER MANCHESTER, WA15 6XW | £196,500 | 25/11/2021 | Flat | | [Same street] 1 HOWARD COURT, TIMPERLEY, ALTRINCHAM, TRAFFORD, GREATER MANCHESTER, WA15 7UU | £150,000 | 19/11/2021 | Flat | **Street average:** £154,175 (8 sales) **Area average:** £152,457 (19 sales) ## Price vs local average *Outcode + property type (HousePrices, last 2 years).* - **Local average:** £202,746 (19 Flat, WA15, 2024–2026) - **Deviation:** -18.6% ## Rental Range *ONS Price Index of Private Rents (Trafford). Low / Realistic / Optimistic = conservative / average / best case.* - **Low:** £1,236/mo - **Realistic:** £1,373/mo - **Optimistic:** £1,510/mo ## LHA (Local Housing Allowance) *VOA 30th percentile rent floor for North Cumbria (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026).* - **LHA floor (this property size):** £394/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 | |------|------|------|------|------| | 1 Bed Flat, Southmoor, M23 | £673/mo | 1 | 0.99 miles | OpenRent | **Average rent: £673/mo (1 listing)** ## 1% Rule - **Rent ratio:** 0.41% (weak for cashflow) - **Max investor price (0.8%):** £84,125 - **Target investor price (1%):** £67,300 *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 £673/mo).* - **Gross yield:** 4.9% - **Cost-to-rent:** 20.4× - **Monthly cashflow:** £-69/mo (75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term) - **Cash-on-cash ROI:** -1.7% *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:** £3,300/m² ## Capital growth trend *Land Registry outcode average from sold prices: last 12 months vs 5y and 10y ago.* - **5y growth:** -58.3% - **10y growth:** 17.3% ## House Price Index (HM Land Registry) *Official index for Trafford; Flats and maisonettes series; as of August 2026.* - **1y growth (index):** 4% - **5y growth (index):** 13.3% - **10y growth (index):** 38.7% ## 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)