# 4 bedroom detached house for sale (CW8 1SH) ## Property Details | Key | Value | |-----|-------| | Address | 19 DOUGLAS CLOSE, NORTHWICH, HARTFORD, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER CW8 1SH | | Price | £565,000 | | Bedrooms | 4 | | Bathrooms | 2 | | Council tax | F | | Construction age | England and Wales: 2012 onwards | | Floor area | 138 m² | | Last sold | £478,500 Feb 2021 | ## EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost - **Current rating:** C - **Potential rating:** B - **Expiry date:** 14/07/2036 - **Current heating cost:** £899/year - **Est. upgrade cost to C:** £9,000 ### Recommendations - U (£8,000 - £10,000) [View full EPC on gov.uk](https://find-energy-certificate.service.gov.uk/energy-certificate/9236-5523-2600-0335-4296) ## Description Occupying an enviable position at the end of a peaceful cul-de-sac, this exceptional four-bedroom detached family home is beautifully presented throughout and enjoys a particularly desirable setting, just a short stroll from Marshall's Arm Nature Reserve and the picturesque River Weaver. The accommodation has been thoughtfully arranged to complement modern family living, with a wonderful sense of space and versatility. At the heart of the home is the impressive kitchen, dining and family area, providing a sociable environment for everything from busy family mornings to relaxed evenings and entertaining friends. French doors open onto the rear garden, seamlessly connecting the living accommodation with the outdoors. A separate, generously proportioned lounge provides a cosy retreat when a little peace and quiet is called for, while a useful utility room and downstairs cloakroom complete the ground floor. Upstairs, the property continues to impress with four well-proportioned bedrooms, three of which benefit from fitted wardrobes, providing excellent built-in storage. The principal bedroom enjoys the convenience of its own en-suite shower room, while a family bathroom serves the remaining bedrooms. Outside, the enclosed rear garden offers a private setting for relaxation and outdoor entertaining, while the mature front garden enhances the property's attractive approach. Its quiet corner position also provides the considerable advantage of a larger-than-average driveway, comfortably accommodating at least three vehicles, in addition to a detached double garage. The location is equally appealing, particularly for families and those who enjoy the outdoors. Marshall's Arm Nature Reserve and the beautiful riverside walks along the Weaver are practically on the doorstep, offering a wonderful opportunity to enjoy the surrounding countryside. A convenient walking route through the reserve also provides easy access to Hartford's excellent selection of schools, further enhancing the appeal of this sought-after residential setting. Combining beautifully maintained accommodation, an excellent family-friendly layout and a superb location, this is a home that offers the perfect balance of comfortable everyday living and a peaceful village lifestyle. 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Data from Land Registry Price Paid.* | Address | Price | Date | Type | |---------|-------|------|------| | 19 DOUGLAS CLOSE, HARTFORD, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW8 1SH | £478,500 | 25/02/2021 | Detached | | 19 DOUGLAS CLOSE, HARTFORD, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW8 1SH | £407,995 | 12/08/2016 | Detached | ## Sold Comparables *Same street and nearby sales within 0.25 miles. Data from Land Registry Price Paid. Last 5 years.* | Address | Price | Date | Type | |---------|-------|------|------| | 10 CULVER CLOSE, HARTFORD, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW8 1TW | £355,000 | 19/12/2025 | Detached | | 4 BADGERS CLOSE, HARTFORD, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW8 1TD | £615,000 | 08/12/2025 | Detached | | 6 VENABLES COURT, HARTFORD, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW8 1SY | £550,000 | 17/11/2025 | Detached | | 2 IVY CLOSE, HARTFORD, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW8 1GZ | £40,000 | 04/09/2025 | Detached | | 86 WOODS ROAD, HARTFORD, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW8 1TJ | £477,000 | 02/05/2025 | Detached | | 88 WOODS ROAD, HARTFORD, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW8 1TJ | £472,000 | 17/04/2025 | Detached | | 89 WOODS ROAD, HARTFORD, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW8 1TJ | £375,000 | 17/02/2025 | Detached | | 74 WOODS ROAD, HARTFORD, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW8 1TJ | £495,000 | 20/09/2024 | Detached | | 80 WOODS ROAD, HARTFORD, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW8 1TJ | £466,000 | 31/05/2024 | Detached | | [Same street] 50 DOUGLAS CLOSE, HARTFORD, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW8 1SH | £430,000 | 28/04/2023 | Detached | | [Same street] 22 DOUGLAS CLOSE, HARTFORD, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW8 1SH | £160,000 | 30/01/2023 | Semi-detached | | 28 RUTHERFORD DRIVE, HARTFORD, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW8 1TS | £503,995 | 16/12/2022 | Detached | | 11 RUTHERFORD DRIVE, HARTFORD, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW8 1TS | £141,529 | 05/12/2022 | Detached | | 30 RUTHERFORD DRIVE, HARTFORD, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW8 1TS | £449,995 | 25/11/2022 | Detached | | 30 LAMB STREET, HARTFORD, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW8 1SQ | £448,995 | 25/11/2022 | Detached | | 27 LAMB STREET, HARTFORD, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW8 1SQ | £492,995 | 25/11/2022 | Detached | | 25 LAMB STREET, HARTFORD, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW8 1SQ | £563,995 | 18/11/2022 | Detached | | 23 LAMB STREET, HARTFORD, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW8 1SQ | £563,995 | 11/11/2022 | Detached | | 3 HILDITCH AVENUE, HARTFORD, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW8 1SN | £395,000 | 04/11/2022 | Detached | | 6 RUTHERFORD DRIVE, HARTFORD, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW8 1TS | £449,995 | 28/10/2022 | Detached | | 21 LAMB STREET, HARTFORD, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW8 1SQ | £513,995 | 28/10/2022 | Detached | | 28 LAMB STREET, HARTFORD, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW8 1SQ | £444,995 | 28/10/2022 | Detached | | [Same street] 15 DOUGLAS CLOSE, HARTFORD, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW8 1SH | £650,000 | 11/08/2022 | Detached | | [Same street] 18 DOUGLAS CLOSE, HARTFORD, NORTHWICH, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER, CW8 1SH | £160,000 | 08/12/2021 | Flat | **Street average:** £350,000 (4 sales) **Area average:** £440,724 (20 sales) ## Price vs local average *Outcode + property type (HousePrices, last 2 years).* - **Local average:** £544,756 (88 Detached, CW8, 2024–2026) - **Deviation:** +3.7% ## Rental Range *ONS Price Index of Private Rents (Cheshire West and Chester). Low / Realistic / Optimistic = conservative / average / best case.* - **Low:** £900/mo - **Realistic:** £1,000/mo - **Optimistic:** £1,100/mo ## 1% Rule - **Rent ratio:** 0.18% (weak for cashflow) - **Max investor price (0.8%):** £125,000 - **Target investor price (1%):** £100,000 *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 Area rent estimate.* ## Price per Square Metre - **£/m²:** £4,094/m² ## Capital growth trend *Land Registry outcode average from sold prices: last 12 months vs 5y and 10y ago.* - **5y growth:** 14.2% - **10y growth:** 54.1% ## House Price Index (HM Land Registry) *Official index for Cheshire West and Chester; Detached series; as of August 2026.* - **1y growth (index):** 3.4% - **5y growth (index):** 20.5% - **10y growth (index):** 48.9% ## 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)