Sold STC Semi-detached

88 CONGLETON ROAD

SANDBACH, CHESHIRE EAST CW11 1HG

3 beds 2 baths 1,055 sq ft Listed 12 Mar 2026 (-90d)

£400,000

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Reduced on 17 Apr 2026

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Property details

Tenure

FREEHOLD

Floor area

98 m²

Council tax band

C

EPC rating

C

Year built

England and Wales: 1900-1929

Last sold

£144,000 Mar 2013

Price per m²

£4,082/m²

Local average

£266,081 (+50.3%)

Deprivation

Decile 5 (14,333 of 33,755)

Street crime

94 incidents within 1 mile (Apr 2026)

Key features

  • Period semi-detached home
  • Immaculately presented throughout
  • Three Bedrooms
  • Ground floor Shower Room
  • Extended to rear
  • Walking distance to the town centre
  • Private rear gardens
  • Catchment for Offley Primary School & range of secondary school options
  • Block-paved driveway providing off road parking
  • First to see will buy!

Additional details

Electricity
Mains supply
Broadband
ADSL copper wire
Water
Mains supply
Sewerage
Mains supply
Heating
Gas central
Parking
Yes
Garden
Rear garden
Listed property
No
Restrictions
No
Required access
No
Rights of way
No
Flooded in last 5 years
No
Flood defences
No

Description

Take a moment to view our signature guided tour of this wonderful family home!
Welcome to 88 Congleton Road, a beautifully extended, three-bedroom period home conveniently placed on this desirable thoroughfare. Dating back to 1880, ‘Terrace Cottage’ is perfectly positioned within walking distance to the vibrant, historic town centre of Sandbach and set in a sought-after location that falls within the catchment area for the highly regarded ‘Offley Primary’ School, as well as a range of excellent secondary school options. Immaculately presented throughout, this charming property seamlessly blends classic character features with modern upgrades, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere from the moment you step inside. The heart of the home is a stunning, light-filled extension to the rear that provides a spacious, social and versatile living area, ideal for both relaxing with family and entertaining guests. The stylish kitchen is thoughtfully designed with sleek cabinetry, ample storage and a wealth of preparation space, making it a joy for home cooks and busy households alike, being at the rear of the home, the addition of the extension provides a social space that will be perfect for those who love to entertain! At the front of the property, the formal lounge is generous in size, packed with period features from the deep bay-window with plantation shutters, period coving, cornices and the wood burning stove is a great addition to the space! In addition, there is a useful ground floor shower room which is immaculately presented and a great asset to the home plus a cellar which provides invaluable storage! Upstairs, each of the three bedrooms is generously sized and beautifully decorated, offering comfortable retreats for all the family, while the contemporary family bathroom boasts high-quality fixtures and a fresh, elegant finish.
Externally, the home enjoys a beautifully established rear garden, with a versatile brick-built outbuilding and an excellent degree of privacy, this area really is perfect for entertaining on a summers evening or relaxing with the family, enjoying an extended patio terrace area and generous lawned areas flanked with stunning, well stocked beds & borders. To the front of the home, there is a a block-paved driveway providing convenient off-road parking with mosaic tiled pathway leading to the entrance hall. The property’s period charm is evident in its attractive façade and original interior details, yet every room has been carefully updated to meet the needs of modern living.
This is such a rare opportunity to secure a truly special home that ticks all the boxes for families, professionals, and anyone seeking easy access to local amenities, schools and commuter routes. We highly recommend viewing the comprehensive photos, video tour, and floorplan to fully appreciate the quality and versatility of this exceptional property. With its combination of timeless appeal, stylish presentation, and unbeatable location, we are confident that the first to view will want to make this house their new home - So view our video, photos and floorplans then call the experts here at Chris Hamriding to book that all-important viewing!
EPC Rating: CStorm Porch (0.62m x 1.53m)
Entrance Hall (0.8m x 3.62m)
Lounge (2.8m x 5.32m)
Inner Hall (1.81m x 3.66m)
Open-plan Kitchen/Diner (3.25m x 8.72m)
Cellar (3.27m x 3.85m)
Ground Floor Shower Room (0.88m x 2.25m)
First Floor Landing (3.71m x 4.76m)
Bedroom One (3.62m x 3.75m)
Bedroom Three (2.3m x 2.83m)
Family Bathroom (1.41m x 2.69m)
Bedroom Two (1.74m x 4.83m)
Disclaimer
As the Sellers agent, we are not Surveyors or Conveyancing experts and as such we cannot and do not comment on the condition of the property or other issues relating to title or other legal issues that may affect this property, unless we have been made aware of such matters. Interested parties should employ their own professionals to make such enquiries before making any transactional decisions. We have not carried out a structural survey and the services, appliances and specific fittings have not been tested. All photographs, measurements, floor plans and distances referred to are given as a guide only. Lease details, service charges and ground rent (where applicable) and council tax are given as a guide only and should be checked and confirmed by a solicitor prior to exchange of contracts. The copyright of all details, photographs and floorplans remain the possession of Chris Hamriding Lettings & Estates.

Listed by

Sandbach

Chris Hamriding Lettings & Estates

Reference: 173183225

EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost

Current rating: C

Potential rating: B

Inspection date: 10/03/2026

Current heating cost: £919/year

Potential heating cost: £677/year

Est. upgrade cost to C: £25,750

Recommendations

  • 50 mm internal or external wall insulation (£7,500 - £11,000)
  • Floor insulation (suspended floor) (£5,000 - £10,000)
  • Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp (£8,000 - £10,000)

View full EPC on gov.uk

Flood risk

Zone: 1

Risk: Low

Job (default Low)

Floorplans

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EPC Graphs

EPC 1

EPC 1

FENSA Certificates

This property has 1 FENSA certificate(s) on record, indicating window/door installations by FENSA-approved installers.

FENSA Certificate #10835708

Property Details

Street: 88 Congleton Road

Town: SANDBACH

Postcode: CW11 1HG

Installation Details

Items: 6 windows

Certificate Issued: 23/02/2015

Work Completed: 04/02/2015

This certificate data was retrieved from FENSA's database

What is FENSA? FENSA (Fenestration Self-Assessment Scheme) is a government-authorised scheme that monitors building regulation compliance for replacement windows and doors. Certificates indicate that work was completed by FENSA-approved installers.

Price history

Event Date Price % change
Listed for sale £400,000 +177.8%
Sold 28/03/2013 (13 years ago) £144,000

Source: HM Land Registry Price Paid Data. Crown copyright.

Sold Comparables

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

Address Price Date Type
10 OFFLEY AVENUE, SANDBACH, CHESHIRE EAST, CW11 1AZ £433,000 02/06/2023 Semi-detached
Same street 48 CONGLETON ROAD, SANDBACH, CHESHIRE EAST, CW11 1HG £320,000 17/10/2022 Other
Same street SANDBACH SERVICE STATION CONGLETON ROAD, SANDBACH, CHESHIRE EAST, CW11 1HG £336,000 01/07/2022 Other
22 NEWFIELD STREET, SANDBACH, CHESHIRE EAST, CW11 1HE £175,000 14/02/2022 Semi-detached
4 HACKNEY YARD CLOSE, SANDBACH, CHESHIRE EAST, CW11 1LH £210,000 11/02/2022 Semi-detached
3 HACKNEY YARD CLOSE, SANDBACH, CHESHIRE EAST, CW11 1LH £210,000 11/02/2022 Semi-detached
Same street 13 CONGLETON ROAD, SANDBACH, CHESHIRE EAST, CW11 1HG £450,000 29/11/2021 Detached
23 OFFLEY ROAD, SANDBACH, CHESHIRE EAST, CW11 1GY £285,000 15/07/2021 Semi-detached
10 OFFLEY AVENUE, SANDBACH, CHESHIRE EAST, CW11 1AZ £400,000 30/06/2021 Semi-detached

Street average: £368,667 (3 sales)

Area average: £285,500 (6 sales)

Capital growth trend

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

5y growth 29.3%
10y growth 48.7%

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

1y (index) 2.3%
5y (index) 25.2%
10y (index) 56.5%

Rental Range

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

Low £878/mo
Realistic £975/mo
Optimistic £1,073/mo

Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → Cheshire East.

LHA (30th percentile) floor for South Cheshire: £678/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)

Location

Nearby

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

Type Name Distance
Bus stop Sandbach, Congleton Road / Offley Road 0.1 miles
Shop Williams & Lowe 0.1 miles
Shop St Luke's at Sandbach 0.2 miles
Train station Sandbach 1.3 miles
Train station Holmes Chapel 3.6 miles
University University of Buckingham Crewe Campus 4.5 miles
Hospital Leighton Hospital 5.2 miles
Hospital Weaver Lodge Independent Hospital 6.3 miles
University Keele University 10.8 miles

Street-level crime

Category Count
Violence and sexual offences 38
Public order 12
Anti-social behaviour 8
Other theft 8
Shoplifting 8
Criminal damage and arson 6
Burglary 4
Drugs 3
Other crime 3
Vehicle crime 3
Possession of weapons 1
Total incidents 94

Within 1 mile during Apr 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
Offley Primary Academy Primary 0.2 miles (Inspected (no overall grade))
Sandbach School Secondary 0.5 miles Good — 10 Dec 2014
Sandbach High School and Sixth Form College Secondary 0.5 miles Good — 27 Nov 2022
Sandbach Primary Academy Primary 0.5 miles (Inspected (no overall grade))
St John's CofE Primary School Primary 0.9 miles Inadequate — 5 Feb 2024

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
St. Oswalds Crescent, Sandbach, CW11 £1,500/mo 3 2.12 miles Rightmove

Average rent: £1,500/mo (1 listing)

Rent-driven metrics

Based on OpenRent comparables.

Rent ratio 0.38%
Max investor price (0.8%) £187,500
Target investor price (1%) £150,000
Gross yield 4.5%
Cost-to-rent ratio 22.2×
Monthly cashflow £-250/mo 75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term
Cash-on-cash ROI -2.6%
  • 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).
  • Cost-to-rent — Price ÷ annual rent (from OpenRent comparables). Under 14× = strong, 14–16× = acceptable, 17×+ = compressed.
  • Cashflow — Rent minus 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).