# 3 bedroom semi-detached house for sale (L37 8DZ) ## Property Details | Key | Value | |-----|-------| | Address | 42 BURLINGTON AVENUE, LIVERPOOL, FORMBY, MERSEYSIDE L37 8DZ | | Price | £240,000 | | Bedrooms | 3 | | Bathrooms | 1 | | Council tax | C | | Last sold | £230,000 Mar 2026 | ## EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost - **Current rating:** C - **Potential rating:** B - **Expiry date:** 13/08/2035 - **Current heating cost:** £668/year - **Est. upgrade cost to C:** £16,500 ### Recommendations - W2 (£5,000 - £10,000) - U (£8,000 - £10,000) [View full EPC on gov.uk](https://find-energy-certificate.service.gov.uk/energy-certificate/9047-3053-2208-3215-7200) ## Description A modernised family home in the heart of Formby. Tucked away on a quiet and desirable road in Formby, this three-bedroom semi-detached family home on Burlington Avenue is a must-see. Offered with no onward chain and having recently undergone a range of renovation works, it presents the perfect opportunity to move straight in while still adding your own personal touch. The property has been thoughtfully updated with key improvements including a full rewire, new central heating system with boiler, new plumbing, brand new double glazing throughout, a stylish new kitchen, and a modern bathroom. These essential upgrades provide peace of mind for any buyer and create a strong foundation for further cosmetic finishing. Internally, the home offers a spacious and flexible layout ideal for modern family living. To the rear, the open-plan kitchen, dining, and family area is the true heart of the home, flooded with natural light and perfect for everyday life or entertaining. To the front, a separate lounge provides a cosy retreat. Upstairs, there are three generously sized bedrooms, a separate WC, and a contemporary bathroom. Outside, the property benefits from a private rear garden, a lawned front garden, a detached garage, and a driveway offering ample off-road parking. Located within easy reach of Formby’s excellent schools, shops, transport links, and the beach, this property combines quiet residential living with everyday convenience. Viewings are highly recommended — contact Ball & Percival today to arrange yours. ## Property Photos - ![Picture No. 03](/listings/photos/166320536/2198691) - Picture No. 03 - ![Picture No. 08](/listings/photos/166320536/2198692) - Picture No. 08 - ![Picture No. 14](/listings/photos/166320536/2198693) - Picture No. 14 - ![Picture No. 09](/listings/photos/166320536/2198694) - Picture No. 09 - ![Picture No. 11](/listings/photos/166320536/2198695) - Picture No. 11 - ![Picture No. 13](/listings/photos/166320536/2198696) - Picture No. 13 - ![Picture No. 15](/listings/photos/166320536/2198697) - Picture No. 15 - ![Picture No. 16](/listings/photos/166320536/2198698) - Picture No. 16 - ![Picture No. 18](/listings/photos/166320536/2198699) - Picture No. 18 - ![Picture No. 19](/listings/photos/166320536/2198700) - Picture No. 19 - ![Picture No. 23](/listings/photos/166320536/2198701) - Picture No. 23 - ![Picture No. 22](/listings/photos/166320536/2198702) - Picture No. 22 - ![Picture No. 26](/listings/photos/166320536/2198703) - Picture No. 26 - ![Picture No. 27](/listings/photos/166320536/2198704) - Picture No. 27 - ![Picture No. 21](/listings/photos/166320536/2198705) - Picture No. 21 - ![Picture No. 20](/listings/photos/166320536/2198706) - Picture No. 20 - ![Picture No. 24](/listings/photos/166320536/2198707) - Picture No. 24 - ![Picture No. 25](/listings/photos/166320536/2198708) - Picture No. 25 - ![Picture No. 06](/listings/photos/166320536/2198709) - Picture No. 06 - ![Picture No. 05](/listings/photos/166320536/2198710) - Picture No. 05 - ![Picture No. 02](/listings/photos/166320536/2198711) - Picture No. 02 - ![Picture No. 04](/listings/photos/166320536/2198712) - Picture No. 04 ## Floorplans - ![Picture No. 01](/listings/photos/166320536/2198713) - Picture No. 01 ## EPC Graphs - ![EPC Rating Graph](/listings/photos/166320536/2198714) - EPC Rating Graph ## Sales History *Recorded sales for this property. Data from Land Registry Price Paid.* | Address | Price | Date | Type | |---------|-------|------|------| | 42 BURLINGTON AVENUE, FORMBY, LIVERPOOL, SEFTON, MERSEYSIDE, L37 8DZ | £230,000 | 27/03/2026 | Semi-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 | |---------|-------|------|------| | 33 GARDNER ROAD, FORMBY, LIVERPOOL, SEFTON, MERSEYSIDE, L37 8DD | £268,000 | 12/12/2025 | Semi-detached | | 9 CLEVE WAY, FORMBY, LIVERPOOL, SEFTON, MERSEYSIDE, L37 8BS | £260,000 | 04/12/2025 | Semi-detached | | 6 MOSS GREEN, FORMBY, LIVERPOOL, SEFTON, MERSEYSIDE, L37 8BU | £275,000 | 02/05/2025 | Semi-detached | | 4 BATTLE WAY, FORMBY, LIVERPOOL, SEFTON, MERSEYSIDE, L37 4HH | £244,000 | 24/11/2023 | Semi-detached | | 5 NORRIS WAY, FORMBY, LIVERPOOL, SEFTON, MERSEYSIDE, L37 8DB | £225,000 | 17/11/2023 | Semi-detached | | 3 CATTAN GREEN, FORMBY, LIVERPOOL, SEFTON, MERSEYSIDE, L37 8BX | £245,000 | 20/10/2023 | Semi-detached | | 25 BUCKFAST DRIVE, FORMBY, LIVERPOOL, SEFTON, MERSEYSIDE, L37 4HD | £199,000 | 28/07/2023 | Semi-detached | | 1 CROWLAND WAY, FORMBY, LIVERPOOL, SEFTON, MERSEYSIDE, L37 8BR | £200,000 | 04/05/2023 | Semi-detached | | 3 SELBY DRIVE, FORMBY, LIVERPOOL, SEFTON, MERSEYSIDE, L37 8BJ | £245,000 | 28/02/2023 | Semi-detached | | 189 GARDNER ROAD, FORMBY, LIVERPOOL, SEFTON, MERSEYSIDE, L37 8DG | £275,000 | 22/12/2022 | Semi-detached | | 10 CARTMEL DRIVE, FORMBY, LIVERPOOL, SEFTON, MERSEYSIDE, L37 4HJ | £217,500 | 18/11/2022 | Semi-detached | | 16 GLENMARSH WAY, FORMBY, LIVERPOOL, SEFTON, MERSEYSIDE, L37 8DX | £320,000 | 16/11/2022 | Semi-detached | | 90 GARDNER ROAD, FORMBY, LIVERPOOL, SEFTON, MERSEYSIDE, L37 8DQ | £244,000 | 04/11/2022 | Semi-detached | | 17 BURLINGTON AVENUE, FORMBY, LIVERPOOL, SEFTON, MERSEYSIDE, L37 8DY | £256,179 | 31/10/2022 | Semi-detached | | 18 CLEVE WAY, FORMBY, LIVERPOOL, SEFTON, MERSEYSIDE, L37 8BS | £220,000 | 30/09/2022 | Semi-detached | | 75 ALTCAR ROAD, FORMBY, LIVERPOOL, SEFTON, MERSEYSIDE, L37 8DS | £390,000 | 05/09/2022 | Semi-detached | | 15 NORRIS WAY, FORMBY, LIVERPOOL, SEFTON, MERSEYSIDE, L37 8DB | £225,000 | 25/08/2022 | Semi-detached | | 3 BUCKFAST DRIVE, FORMBY, LIVERPOOL, SEFTON, MERSEYSIDE, L37 4HD | £229,000 | 18/08/2022 | Semi-detached | | 22 SHAW CRESCENT, FORMBY, LIVERPOOL, SEFTON, MERSEYSIDE, L37 8DA | £235,000 | 12/08/2022 | Semi-detached | | 39 BULL COP, FORMBY, LIVERPOOL, SEFTON, MERSEYSIDE, L37 8BY | £250,000 | 05/08/2022 | Semi-detached | **Area average:** £251,134 (20 sales) ## Price vs local average *Outcode + property type (HousePrices, last 2 years).* - **Local average:** £329,483 (40 Semi-detached, L37, 2024–2026) - **Deviation:** -27.2% ## Rental Range *ONS Price Index of Private Rents (Sefton). Low / Realistic / Optimistic = conservative / average / best case.* - **Low:** £842/mo - **Realistic:** £935/mo - **Optimistic:** £1,029/mo ## LHA (Local Housing Allowance) *VOA 30th percentile rent floor for Southport (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026).* - **LHA floor (this property size):** £773/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 | |------|------|------|------|------| | 3 Bed Terraced House, Old Mill Lane, L37 | £1,250/mo | 3 | 0.59 miles | OpenRent | | 3 Bed Semi-Detached House, Monks Drive, L37 | £1,400/mo | 3 | 0.65 miles | OpenRent | | 3 Bed Semi-Detached House, Marina Road, L37 | £1,400/mo | 3 | 0.73 miles | OpenRent | | 3 Bed Semi-Detached House, Westview Close, L37 | £984/mo | 3 | 1.16 miles | OpenRent | **Average rent: £1,259/mo (4 listings)** ## 1% Rule - **Rent ratio:** 0.55% (weak for cashflow) - **Max investor price (0.8%):** £165,625 - **Target investor price (1%):** £132,500 *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 OpenRent comparables.* ## Rent-driven metrics *Based on OpenRent comparables (median £1,325/mo).* - **Gross yield:** 6.6% - **Cost-to-rent:** 15.1× - **Monthly cashflow:** £222/mo (75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term) - **Cash-on-cash ROI:** 3.8% *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:** £2,759/m² ## Capital growth trend *Land Registry outcode average from sold prices: last 12 months vs 5y and 10y ago.* - **5y growth:** 19.4% - **10y growth:** 24.5% ## House Price Index (HM Land Registry) *Official index for Sefton; Semi-detached series; as of June 2026.* - **1y growth (index):** 5.9% - **5y growth (index):** 28.3% - **10y growth (index):** 62.1% ## 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)