# 1 bedroom apartment for sale (CW9 5FQ) ## Property Details | Key | Value | |-----|-------| | Address | 43, MARBURY COURT, CHESTER WAY, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER CW9 5FQ | | Price | £110,000 | | Bedrooms | 1 | | Bathrooms | 1 | | Council tax | B | | Construction age | England and Wales: 2012 onwards | | Floor area | 50 m² | | Last sold | £185,000 Mar 2020 | ## EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost - **Current rating:** C - **Potential rating:** C - **Expiry date:** 23/03/2035 - **Current heating cost:** £222/year - **Est. upgrade cost to C:** £655 ### Recommendations - Y (£585 - £725) [View full EPC on gov.uk](https://find-energy-certificate.service.gov.uk/energy-certificate/2147-3048-9207-4095-3200) ## Description A ONE BEDROOM THIRD FLOOR APARTMENT - close to the lift - with side RIVER VIEW in this MCCARTHY STONE RETIREMENT LIVING PLUS DEVELOPMENT on CHESTER WAY, part of the RIVER WEAVER NORTHWICH MARINA COMPLEX. The communal facilities on offer within this development include; an IN-HOUSE RESTAURANT, Homeowners social lounge and a STUNNING ROOF TERRACE. A wide range of Northwich centre local amenities in easy reach. Marbury Court was built by McCarthy & Stone purpose built for retirement living plus. The development consists of 57 one and two-bedroom retirement apartments with design features to make day-to-day living easier. As well as the privacy of your own apartment, there’s the opportunity to lead a full and active social life. You can call into the homeowners’ lounge whenever you feel like company, and it’s a lovely place to meet up with friends or join in the many activities organised by homeowners and the Estate Management team. The lounge is also the perfect space to invite friends and family over for a special celebration. Open every day, our table service restaurant serves tasty and nutritious lunches for our homeowners and their friends and family, at a very reasonable price. All the food is freshly prepared and we can cater for special dietary requirements. For a special occasion or celebration, you’re also welcome to book our function room and there is a computer available to use here. Marbury Court also benefits from river views from the roof terrace and a guest suite for visitors who wish to stay (additional charges apply). For peace of mind, there is an Estate Manager on site and 24-hour emergency call system provided via a personal pendant alarm and with call points in all rooms. **Local Area** - Marbury Court is situated in Northwich lying in the heart of the Cheshire Plain, at the confluence of the River Weaver and River Dane. It is only 18 miles from the beautiful City of Chester and within easy reach of both Liverpool and Manchester. Northwich is on the main railway line between Chester and Manchester and is only a short distance from the M56 and the M6. Waitrose supermarket nearby, with a wide range of town centre amenities. **The Apartment** - A nicely presented one bedroom third floor apartment well placed near to the lift for ease of access, and with side views of the river. Added improvements include fitted wardrobes to the bedroom and a washing machine. **Entrance Hall** - Front door with spy hole leads to the large entrance hall - the 24-hour Tunstall emergency response pull cord system is situated in the hall. From the hallway there is a door to a walk-in storage cupboard/airing cupboard. Illuminated light switches, smoke detector, apartment security door entry system with intercom and emergency pull cord located in the hall. Doors lead to the lounge, bedroom and shower room. **Lounge** - Spacious lounge benefiting from a Juliet balcony with partial river views and ample space for dining table. There is a feature electric fire which acts as an attractive focal point. TV and telephone points, Sky/Sky+ connection point. Fitted carpets, raised electric power sockets. Leading onto an open plan kitchen. **Kitchen** - Fully tiled and fitted kitchen with a range of modern low and eye level units and drawers with a roll top work surface. Stainless steel sink with mono lever tap and drainer. Eye level oven, ceramic hob, cooker hood and integral fridge freezer. Plumbed for washing machine, which can be included within the sale. UPVC window. **Bedroom** - Double bedroom with a walk-in wardrobe housing rails and shelving. Additional built-in/fitted furniture incorporating wardrobes, drawers and above-bed cupboards. Ceiling lights, TV and phone point. **Shower Room** - Fully tiled and fitted with wet room suite comprising of level access shower. Low level WC, vanity unit with wash basin and mirror above. Shaving point, electric heater and extractor fan. **Service Charge (Breakdown)** - • Cleaning of communal windows • Water rates for communal areas and apartments • Electricity, heating, lighting and power to communal areas • 24 hour emergency call system • Upkeep of gardens and grounds • Repairs and maintenance to the interior and exterior communal areas • Contingency fund including internal and external redecoration of communal areas • Buildings insurance The Service charge does not cover external costs such as your Council Tax, electricity or TV, but does include the cost of your Estate Manager, your water rates, our 24 hour emergency call system, the heating and maintenance of all communal areas, exterior property maintenance and gardening. To find out more about the service charges please please contact your Property Consultant or Estate Manager. Service charge: £10,944.92 per annum (for financial year end 30/09/2026) **Car Parking Permit Scheme-Subject To Availability** - Parking is by allocated space subject to availability. The fee is £250 per annum. Permits are available on a first come, first served basis. Please check with the Estate Manager on site for availability. **Leasehold Information** - Lease Length: 125 years from 2015 Ground rent: £435 per annum Ground rent review date: Jan 2030 Age restriction normally over 70 years OR approaching 70 years old subject to the incoming resident’s circumstances and the approval of the landlord and the property manager. **Additional Information & Services** - • Ultrafast Full Fibre Broadband available • Mains water and electricity • Electric room heating • Mains drainage ## Property Photos - ![8574477-interior03-800.jpg](/listings/photos/131837597/653802) - 8574477-interior03-800.jpg - ![8574477-interior05-800.jpg](/listings/photos/131837597/653803) - 8574477-interior05-800.jpg - ![8574477-interior04-800.jpg](/listings/photos/131837597/653804) - 8574477-interior04-800.jpg - ![8574477-interior07-800.jpg](/listings/photos/131837597/653805) - 8574477-interior07-800.jpg - ![8574477-interior09-800.jpg](/listings/photos/131837597/653806) - 8574477-interior09-800.jpg - ![8574477-interior06-800.jpg](/listings/photos/131837597/653807) - 8574477-interior06-800.jpg - ![8574477-interior01-800.jpg](/listings/photos/131837597/653808) - 8574477-interior01-800.jpg - ![8574477-interior02-800.jpg](/listings/photos/131837597/653809) - 8574477-interior02-800.jpg - ![marbury exterior from other side river .jpg](/listings/photos/131837597/653810) - marbury exterior from other side river .jpg - ![8537961-interior02-800.jpg](/listings/photos/131837597/653811) - 8537961-interior02-800.jpg - ![8537961-exterior01-800.jpg](/listings/photos/131837597/653812) - 8537961-exterior01-800.jpg - ![ct-indHo7kypczoXlI_zLw.jpg](/listings/photos/131837597/653813) - ct-indHo7kypczoXlI_zLw.jpg - ![11.1000607768.Final_Photos.jpg](/listings/photos/131837597/653815) - 11.1000607768.Final_Photos.jpg - ![8537961-exterior03-800.jpg](/listings/photos/131837597/653816) - 8537961-exterior03-800.jpg - ![8537961-interior12-800.jpg](/listings/photos/131837597/653819) - 8537961-interior12-800.jpg - ![8537961-interior19-800.jpg](/listings/photos/131837597/653820) - 8537961-interior19-800.jpg - ![8574477-exterior05-800.jpg](/listings/photos/131837597/653822) - 8574477-exterior05-800.jpg - ![8628539-interior02.jpg](/listings/photos/131837597/653825) - 8628539-interior02.jpg - ![8628539-interior03.jpg](/listings/photos/131837597/653827) - 8628539-interior03.jpg - ![8628539-interior04.jpg](/listings/photos/131837597/653831) - 8628539-interior04.jpg - ![8628539-interior05.jpg](/listings/photos/131837597/653834) - 8628539-interior05.jpg - ![8628539-interior06.jpg](/listings/photos/131837597/653837) - 8628539-interior06.jpg - ![8628539-interior07.jpg](/listings/photos/131837597/653839) - 8628539-interior07.jpg - ![8628539-interior08.jpg](/listings/photos/131837597/653843) - 8628539-interior08.jpg - ![8628539-interior09.jpg](/listings/photos/131837597/653845) - 8628539-interior09.jpg - ![8628539-interior10.jpg](/listings/photos/131837597/653846) - 8628539-interior10.jpg - ![8628539-interior11.jpg](/listings/photos/131837597/653848) - 8628539-interior11.jpg - ![8628539-exterior01.jpg](/listings/photos/131837597/653850) - 8628539-exterior01.jpg - ![8628539-exterior02.jpg](/listings/photos/131837597/653852) - 8628539-exterior02.jpg - ![8628539-exterior03.jpg](/listings/photos/131837597/653854) - 8628539-exterior03.jpg - ![8628539-interior01.jpg](/listings/photos/131837597/653858) - 8628539-interior01.jpg ## Floorplans - ![8537961.jpg](/listings/photos/131837597/653861) - 8537961.jpg ## EPC Graphs - ![EE Rating](/listings/photos/131837597/653866) - EE Rating ## Sales History *Recorded sales for this property. Data from Land Registry Price Paid.* | Address | Price | Date | Type | |---------|-------|------|------| | MARBURY COURT 43 CHESTER WAY, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW9 5FQ | £185,000 | 20/03/2020 | Flat | | MARBURY COURT 43 CHESTER WAY, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW9 5FQ | £159,999 | 26/08/2016 | Flat | | MARBURY COURT 43 CHESTER WAY, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW9 5FQ | £124,568 | 14/08/2015 | 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 | |---------|-------|------|------| | WEAVER COURT FLAT 6 LONDON ROAD, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW9 5EU | £71,000 | 19/12/2025 | Flat | | MARBURY COURT 29 CHESTER WAY, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW9 5FQ | £93,000 | 05/12/2025 | Flat | | MARBURY COURT 49 CHESTER WAY, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW9 5FQ | £170,000 | 17/11/2025 | Flat | | WATERS CROSS 10 WATLING STREET, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW9 5FY | £210,000 | 17/03/2025 | Flat | | MARBURY COURT 5 CHESTER WAY, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW9 5FQ | £160,000 | 29/11/2023 | Flat | | 4 DRILLFIELD COURT, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW9 5GE | £136,000 | 31/10/2023 | Flat | | WEAVER COURT FLAT 6 LONDON ROAD, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW9 5EU | £66,000 | 20/10/2023 | Flat | | MARBURY COURT 3 CHESTER WAY, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW9 5FQ | £230,000 | 30/08/2023 | Flat | | 16 FRESHWATER VIEW, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW8 1GL | £136,000 | 04/08/2023 | Flat | | MARBURY COURT 18 CHESTER WAY, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW9 5FQ | £170,000 | 21/07/2023 | Flat | | WEAVER COURT FLAT 50 LONDON ROAD, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW9 5EU | £55,500 | 07/06/2023 | Flat | | MARBURY COURT 39 CHESTER WAY, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW9 5FQ | £146,000 | 19/05/2023 | Flat | | WEAVER COURT FLAT 40 LONDON ROAD, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW9 5EU | £60,000 | 22/11/2022 | Flat | | 44 FRESHWATER VIEW, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW8 1GL | £146,500 | 03/10/2022 | Flat | | WATERS CROSS 62 WATLING STREET, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW9 5FY | £185,000 | 19/09/2022 | Flat | | WEAVER COURT FLAT 23 LONDON ROAD, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW9 5EU | £33,000 | 02/09/2022 | Flat | | MARBURY COURT 16 CHESTER WAY, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW9 5FQ | £161,500 | 24/08/2022 | Flat | | 49 FRESHWATER VIEW, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW8 1GL | £142,000 | 19/08/2022 | Flat | | WEAVER COURT FLAT 42 LONDON ROAD, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW9 5EU | £60,000 | 18/08/2022 | Flat | | MOAT HOUSE 7 MARINE APPROACH, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW8 1GE | £163,000 | 12/08/2022 | Flat | **Area average:** £129,725 (20 sales) ## Price vs local average *Outcode + property type (HousePrices, last 2 years).* - **Local average:** £123,909 (11 Flat, CW9, 2024–2026) - **Deviation:** -11.2% ## Rental Range *ONS Price Index of Private Rents (Cheshire West and Chester). Low / Realistic / Optimistic = conservative / average / best case.* - **Low:** £869/mo - **Realistic:** £966/mo - **Optimistic:** £1,063/mo ## LHA (Local Housing Allowance) *VOA 30th percentile rent floor for Kendal (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026).* - **LHA floor (this property size):** £573/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, Church Road, CW9 | £650/mo | 1 | 0.44 miles | OpenRent | **Average rent: £650/mo (1 listing)** ## 1% Rule - **Rent ratio:** 0.59% (weak for cashflow) - **Max investor price (0.8%):** £81,250 - **Target investor price (1%):** £65,000 *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 £650/mo).* - **Gross yield:** 7.1% - **Cost-to-rent:** 14.1× - **Monthly cashflow:** £127/mo (75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term) - **Cash-on-cash ROI:** 4.8% *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:** £2,200/m² ## Capital growth trend *Land Registry outcode average from sold prices: last 12 months vs 5y and 10y ago.* - **5y growth:** -18% - **10y growth:** 46.4% ## House Price Index (HM Land Registry) *Official index for Cheshire West and Chester; Flats and maisonettes series; as of March 2026.* - **1y growth (index):** -2.5% - **5y growth (index):** 9.3% - **10y growth (index):** 33.5% ## 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)