# 2 bedroom apartment for sale (CW2 6QY) ## Property Details | Key | Value | |-----|-------| | Address | APARTMENT 3, WILLOW COURT, SPRINGFIELD DRIVE, CREWE, WISTASTON, CHESHIRE EAST CW2 6QY | | Price | £135,000 | | Bedrooms | 2 | | Bathrooms | 2 | | Council tax | C | | Construction age | England and Wales: 2003-2006 | | Floor area | 71 m² | | Last sold | £150,000 Dec 2021 | ## EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost - **Current rating:** C - **Potential rating:** C - **Expiry date:** 28/05/2036 - **Current heating cost:** £337/year [View full EPC on gov.uk](https://find-energy-certificate.service.gov.uk/energy-certificate/2036-6925-2600-0771-2226) ## Description Located in the popular and well-established area of Wistaston, this attractive top-floor apartment offers spacious, modern accommodation along with the benefit of an allocated parking space, making it an ideal purchase for first-time buyers, investors, or those seeking low-maintenance living. The apartment is accessed via a well-maintained communal entrance and opens into a welcoming hallway providing access to all rooms. The heart of the home is the generous open-plan lounge and dining area, a bright and versatile space ideal for both relaxing and entertaining. A Juliet balcony enhances the room, allowing natural light to flood in and creating an airy, open feel. The adjoining fitted kitchen is finished in contemporary silver and grey tones and offers a practical layout with a range of wall and base units. Appliances include an oven with induction hob and extractor hood, with space for a fridge freezer. Plumbing is in place for a washing machine, along with space for a tumble dryer, ensuring everyday convenience. The master bedroom is a well-proportioned double and benefits from fitted wardrobes, providing excellent storage, as well as a modern en-suite shower room comprising a mains-fed shower, WC, and wash hand basin. The second bedroom is also a comfortable double, making it ideal for guests, a home office, or shared living. Completing the accommodation is the stylish family bathroom, featuring a freestanding bath, contemporary wash basin set within a vanity unit, and WC, offering a relaxing and well-appointed space. Externally, the property benefits from an allocated parking space, with additional visitor parking available nearby. Conveniently positioned close to local amenities, schools, and transport links, this well-presented apartment combines comfort, practicality, and location, presenting an excellent opportunity for a wide range of buyers. **Agent note:** 125 year lease commencing 1 November 2006 Ground rent - £300 / year Service charge - £80 / month **Location:** Wistaston village is situated 3 miles from the historic market town of Nantwich and benefits from shops and local public houses, village hall with active social calendar and community groups, church and mini supermarket within the area. There are local schools easily accessible from the property and excellent road connections to the A500 and M6 motorway network. Local bus routes also service the area along with Crewe Railway Station with fast access to London and other major cities. 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Data from Land Registry Price Paid.* | Address | Price | Date | Type | |---------|-------|------|------| | WILLOW COURT APARTMENT 3 SPRINGFIELD DRIVE, WISTASTON, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW2 6QY | £150,000 | 17/12/2021 | Flat | | WILLOW COURT APARTMENT 3 SPRINGFIELD DRIVE, WISTASTON, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW2 6QY | £121,000 | 20/12/2016 | 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 | |---------|-------|------|------| | LABURNUM COURT APARTMENT 3 SPRINGFIELD DRIVE, WISTASTON, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW2 6NZ | £92,000 | 27/06/2025 | Flat | | LABURNUM COURT APARTMENT 16 SPRINGFIELD DRIVE, WISTASTON, CREWE, CHESHIRE EAST, CW2 6NZ | £115,000 | 09/07/2021 | Flat | **Area average:** £103,500 (2 sales) ## Price vs local average *Outcode + property type (HousePrices, last 2 years).* - **Local average:** £172,063 (8 Flat, CW2, 2024–2026) - **Deviation:** -21.5% ## Rental Range *ONS Price Index of Private Rents (Cheshire East). Low / Realistic / Optimistic = conservative / average / best case.* - **Low:** £878/mo - **Realistic:** £975/mo - **Optimistic:** £1,073/mo ## LHA (Local Housing Allowance) *VOA 30th percentile rent floor for South Cheshire (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026).* - **LHA floor (this property size):** £573/mo ## 1% Rule - **Rent ratio:** 0.72% (weak for cashflow) - **Max investor price (0.8%):** £121,875 - **Target investor price (1%):** £97,500 *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:** £1,901/m² ## Capital growth trend *Land Registry outcode average from sold prices: last 12 months vs 5y and 10y ago.* - **5y growth:** 55.4% - **10y growth:** -27.9% ## House Price Index (HM Land Registry) *Official index for Cheshire East; Flats and maisonettes series; as of March 2026.* - **1y growth (index):** -3.5% - **5y growth (index):** 9.4% - **10y growth (index):** 33.2% ## 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)