Sold STC Semi-detached

Knutsford

Cheshire, WA16 0DN

5 beds 2 baths Listed 18 Jul 2025 (-380d)

£1,450,000

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Property details

Tenure

FREEHOLD

Council tax band

G

Local average

£481,162 (+201.4%)

Deprivation

Decile 10 (33,746 of 33,755)

Street crime

43 incidents within 1 mile (May 2026)

Key features

  • Elegant Edwardian semi-detached residence on a substantial 0.39 acre plot
  • Highly desirable central Knutsford location, moments from shops and amenities
  • Spacious and well-proportioned accommodation across three floors
  • Two generous reception rooms with period features
  • Five bedrooms offering flexible living and work-from-home options
  • Large mature gardens and ample off-road parking
  • Features an array of beautifully preserved original details
  • A period home with potential to personalise on a varying scale
  • Excellent potential for renovation, extension or redevelopment (STPP)
  • Attractive prospect for developers, investors, or private buyers

Additional details

Parking
Driveway, Off street
Garden
Yes

Description

Lister House is a distinguished Edwardian home on a large plot in a central location. Rich in character, it offers great potential for modernisation to create a bespoke family residence.


Ground floor
Lister House is a substantial Edwardian residence dating from 1904, set over three floors and full of character and generous proportions. Located on one of Knutsford’s most desirable residential avenues, the property retains a wealth of original features including high ceilings, sash windows, detailed cornicing, and original fireplaces and offers an exciting opportunity for modernisation while preserving its elegant period charm.

The ground floor comprises a wide entrance hall, two large reception rooms with bay windows and feature fireplaces, and a rear kitchen with adjoining utility room and pantry. A door from the hallway provides access to the cellar, which offers excellent additional storage and potential for further use.

First floor
The first floor provides three well-proportioned bedrooms (one ensuite), arranged around a spacious central landing, along with a family bathroom. The second floor features a fourth double bedroom and an adjacent loft room, which could be adapted to suit a variety of needs.

The property benefits from mains water, gas, and drainage. Its layout and scale present the perfect canvas for a buyer looking to create a bespoke family home within a classic early 20th-century framework.

Gardens and grounds
The grounds of Lister House are a true standout feature, extending to approximately 0.39 of an acre, a rare and generous plot for this location. Set well back from the road, the property is approached via a private driveway providing ample off-road parking. To the rear, a paved patio area offers an ideal space for outdoor dining and entertaining, leading onto a beautifully maintained west-facing garden.

Predominantly laid to lawn, the garden is dotted with a variety of mature trees and established planting, offering privacy, seasonal interest, and a wonderful sense of space. The westerly orientation ensures the garden enjoys plenty of afternoon and evening sun, making it a perfect setting for family life or relaxed outdoor living.

This exceptional garden not only complements the elegance of the house but also offers potential for landscaping or future extension (subject to planning), making it a truly special feature of this unique Edwardian home.

Situation
Lister House occupies a prime spot on St. Peters Avenue, one of Knutsford’s most desirable roads, known for its period homes and tranquil, leafy setting. A short walk leads to the town centre’s independent shops, cafés, and restaurants. The area blends heritage charm with modern convenience, ideal for families and professionals. Excellent schools are nearby, including Bexton and Knutsford Academy. Sports clubs, leisure centres, and Tatton Park offer rich recreational options. With its natural beauty, top amenities, and outstanding education, Knutsford stands out as one of Cheshire’s most sought-after residential locations.

Fixtures and fittings
All fixtures, fittings and furniture such as curtains, light fittings, garden ornaments and statuary are excluded from the sale. Some may be available by separate negotiation.

Services
Mains water, gas, electric and drainage.

None of the services or appliances, heating installations, plumbing or electrical systems have been tested by the selling agents.

We understand that the current broadband download speed at the property is around [1000 Mbps], however please note that results will vary depending on the time a speed test is carried out. The estimated fastest download speed currently achievable for the property postcode area is around 1800 Mbps (data taken from checker.ofcom.org.uk on 17/07/2025). Actual service availability at the property or speeds received may be different.

We understand that the property is likely to have current mobile coverage (data taken from checker.ofcom.org.uk on 17/07/2025). Please note that actual services available may be different depending on the particular circumstances, precise location and network outages.

Tenure
The property is to be sold freehold with vacant possession.

Method of sale
The property is offered for sale by private treaty method however the vendor reserves the right to conclude the sale by an alternative method if required.

Local Authority
Cheshire East Borough Council
Council Tax Band G

Public rights of way, wayleaves and easements
The property is sold subject to all rights of way, wayleaves and easements whether or not they are defined in this brochure.

Plans and boundaries
The plans within these particulars are based on Ordnance Survey data and provided for reference only. They are believed to be correct but accuracy is not guaranteed. The purchaser shall be deemed to have full knowledge of all boundaries and the extent of ownership. Neither the vendor nor the vendor’s agents will be responsible for defining the boundaries or the ownership thereof.

Viewings
Strictly by appointment through Fisher German LLP.

Directions
Postcode – WA16 0DN
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Flood risk

Zone: 1

Risk: Low

Job (default Low)

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Price history

No sales history found for this property in Land Registry Price Paid data.

Sold Comparables

Same street and nearby sales within 0.25 miles (last 5 years). Data from Land Registry Price Paid.

Address Price Date Type
LINBY LODGE GLEBELANDS ROAD, KNUTSFORD, CHESHIRE EAST, WA16 9EA £1,460,000 07/03/2025 Semi-detached
THE ORCHARDS 2 HAYTON STREET, KNUTSFORD, CHESHIRE EAST, WA16 0DR £849,950 04/05/2023 Semi-detached
46 BEXTON ROAD, KNUTSFORD, CHESHIRE EAST, WA16 0DS £690,000 04/11/2022 Semi-detached
THE ORCHARDS 1 HAYTON STREET, KNUTSFORD, CHESHIRE EAST, WA16 0DR £1,035,000 12/08/2022 Semi-detached
46 BEXTON ROAD, KNUTSFORD, CHESHIRE EAST, WA16 0DS £400,000 06/06/2022 Semi-detached
8 STANLEY ROAD, KNUTSFORD, CHESHIRE EAST, WA16 0DE £665,000 17/12/2021 Semi-detached

Area average: £849,992 (6 sales)

Capital growth trend

Land Registry outcode average: last 12 months vs 5y and 10y ago (from sold prices).

5y growth 18.3%
10y growth 12.5%

House Price Index (HM Land Registry — official index, not sold-price averages): Cheshire East. Series: Semi-detached. As of April 2026.

1y (index) 2%
5y (index) 22.6%
10y (index) 53%

Rental Range

Estimated market rent for Cheshire East. Low = conservative, Realistic = average, Optimistic = best case.

Low £884/mo
Realistic £982/mo
Optimistic £1,080/mo

Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → Cheshire East.

LHA (30th percentile) floor for East Lancs: £793/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)

Location

Address

9 St. Peter's Avenue

Nearby

Nearest stations, universities and amenities (distance from property).

Type Name Distance
Shop OBRIENBIKES 0.1 miles
Bus stop Knutsford, Stanley Road / St John's Avenue 0.1 miles
Bus stop Knutsford, Bexton Road / Knutsford High School 0.1 miles
Hospital Knutsford and District Community Hospital 0.1 miles
Shop Booths 0.2 miles
Train station Knutsford 0.2 miles
Train station Plumley 2.5 miles
Hospital Soss Moss Hospital 4.6 miles
University University of Chester - Warrington Campus 10.7 miles
University University Academy 92 11.6 miles

Street-level crime

Category Count
Violence and sexual offences 22
Public order 7
Shoplifting 4
Anti-social behaviour 3
Other theft 3
Vehicle crime 2
Burglary 1
Drugs 1
Total incidents 43

Within 1 mile during May 2026. Source: data.police.uk (England & Wales).

Schools nearby

Nearest open schools with Ofsted ratings (England). Closed schools are not shown. Data from Get Information about Schools and Ofsted.

Name Type Distance Ofsted
Knutsford Academy Secondary 0.2 miles Good — 25 Nov 2011
Cheshire Studio School Secondary 0.2 miles Good — 3 May 2017
Egerton Primary School Primary 0.2 miles Good — 13 Feb 2023
Bexton Primary School Primary 0.4 miles Good — 5 Mar 2018
St Vincent De Paul Catholic Primary School Primary 0.8 miles Good — 6 Jun 2013

Rental Comparables

Rental listings exist nearby, but none matched the 5-bedroom count for this property.

Rent-driven metrics

Based on Area rent estimate.

Rent ratio 0.07%
Max investor price (0.8%) £122,750
Target investor price (1%) £98,200
  • Rent ratio — Monthly rent ÷ purchase price (1% rule). 1%+ = strong, 0.8–1% = okay, <0.8% = weak for cashflow.
  • Max investor price — Rent ÷ 0.8%; the price at which rent would be 0.8% of price (Stoke-style target).
  • Target investor price — Rent ÷ 1%; the price at which rent would be 1% of price (strong cashflow band).
  • Gross yield — Annual rent as % of purchase price (no costs).