# 3 bedroom semi-detached house for sale (YO30 6DW)

## Property Details

| Key | Value |
|-----|-------|
| Address | 27 CROMBIE AVENUE, YORK, YORK YO30 6DW |
| Price | £210,000 |
| Bedrooms | 3 |
| Bathrooms | 2 |
| Council tax | TBC |
| Last sold | £250,000 Jan 2026 |

## EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost

- **Current rating:** C
- **Potential rating:** B
- **Expiry date:** 29/09/2034
- **Current heating cost:** £707/year
- **Est. upgrade cost to C:** £9,500

### Recommendations
- N (£4,000 - £6,000)
- U (£3,500 - £5,500)

[View full EPC on gov.uk](https://find-energy-certificate.service.gov.uk/energy-certificate/7405-3042-1201-5404-5200)

## Description

Situated at the end of Crombie Avenue in the sought-after area of Clifton, York, this extended two-bedroom semi-detached house offers the perfect blend of space, character, and convenience. Set back from the road with ample off-street parking for multiple vehicles, the property enjoys a peaceful position overlooking a local playground, offering a serene environment for families and individuals alike. The property also benefits from a separate annex with kitchenette and wet room, ideal for rental to a single person or as a guest suite, adding versatility and potential to generate and income from this wonderful home.

The property’s location is a key feature, nestled in a vibrant community with excellent access to York City Centre and the train station – both just a short walk away down Bootham, making commuting or enjoying the city’s amenities effortless.

Entering the property through the front door, you are welcomed into a hallway offering space for coats and shoes. A door leads into the tastefully decorated living room, which is enhanced by a beautiful log effect gas fire, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. There is also handy under-stair storage. The heart of the home is the heavily extended kitchen diner, which has a charming cottage feel with cream units, oak effect worktops, and an abundance of storage. This sociable space is perfect for family gatherings or entertaining friends, with a door leading to the original outside toilet, now integrated into the main home, as well as access to the rear garden.

Upstairs, the first floor comprises two generously sized double bedrooms and a family bathroom. The main bedroom, overlooking the front of the property, is L-shaped and offers clever additional space currently used for storing clothes, though this could easily be transformed into a dressing area or additional storage. The bathroom is fitted with a bath, electric shower over, toilet, WC, and a radiator, providing all the essentials.

The rear garden is a real treat, offering a decked area, a lawned section, and borders ready for planting – a perfect outdoor space for relaxation or gardening enthusiasts.

This property is offered with no onward chain, making it an ideal choice for those looking to move quickly. With its versatile layout, charming features, and superb location, this home is a must-see.

Auctioneers Comments:

This property is for sale by the Modern Method of Auction, meaning the buyer and seller are to Complete within 56 days (the "Reservation Period"). Interested parties personal data will be shared with the Auctioneer (iamsold).

If considering buying with a mortgage, inspect and consider the property carefully with your lender before bidding.

A Buyer Information Pack is provided. The winning bidder will pay £349.00 including VAT for this pack which you must view before bidding.

The buyer signs a Reservation Agreement and makes payment of a non-refundable Reservation Fee of 4.5% of the purchase price including VAT, subject to a minimum of £6,600.00 including VAT. This is paid to reserve the property to the buyer during the Reservation Period and is paid in addition to the purchase price. This is considered within calculations for Stamp Duty Land Tax.

Services may be recommended by the Agent or Auctioneer in which they will receive payment from the service provider if the service is taken. Payment varies but will be no more than £450.00. These services are optional.

## Property Photos

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## Floorplans

- ![27crombieavenueyorkyo306dwhigh6](/listings/photos/87278616/1029944) - 27crombieavenueyorkyo306dwhigh6

## EPC Graphs

- ![epcca](/listings/photos/87278616/1029945) - epcca

## FENSA Certificates

This property has 1 FENSA certificate(s) on record.

### FENSA Certificate #7187261
- **Address:** 27 Crombie Avenue, YORK, YO30 6DW
- **Certificate Issued:** 22/03/2010
- **Work Completed:** 17/02/2010
- **Items:** 8 window(s), 1 door(s)

## Sales History

*Recorded sales for this property. Data from Land Registry Price Paid.*

| Address | Price | Date | Type |
|---------|-------|------|------|
| 27 CROMBIE AVENUE, YORK, YO30 6DW | £250,000 | 30/01/2026 | Terraced |
| 27 CROMBIE AVENUE, YORK, YO30 6DW | £113,000 | 14/12/2009 | Terraced |

## Sold Comparables

*Same street and nearby sales within 0.25 miles. Data from Land Registry Price Paid. Last 5 years.*

| Address | Price | Date | Type |
|---------|-------|------|------|
| [Same street] 63 CROMBIE AVENUE, YORK, YO30 6DW | £245,500 | 19/12/2025 | Semi-detached |
| 27 ST LUKES GROVE, YORK, YO30 6DD | £268,000 | 12/12/2025 | Semi-detached |
| 25 LISTER WAY, YORK, YO30 6NL | £277,500 | 25/07/2025 | Semi-detached |
| 9 LADY ROAD, YORK, YO30 6DH | £330,000 | 29/09/2023 | Semi-detached |
| 21 LISTER WAY, YORK, YO30 6NL | £346,440 | 15/09/2023 | Semi-detached |
| 16 LUMLEY ROAD, YORK, YO30 6DB | £495,000 | 31/05/2023 | Semi-detached |
| 11 LISTER WAY, YORK, YO30 6NL | £430,000 | 04/11/2022 | Semi-detached |
| [Same street] 67 CROMBIE AVENUE, YORK, YO30 6DW | £220,000 | 01/09/2022 | Terraced |
| 18 LUMLEY ROAD, YORK, YO30 6DB | £342,000 | 30/08/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 23 LUMLEY ROAD, YORK, YO30 6DB | £450,150 | 11/08/2022 | Semi-detached |
| GROSVENOR COURT 5 WATER LANE, YORK, YO30 6PX | £322,500 | 09/06/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 33 KINGSWAY NORTH, YORK, YO30 6JQ | £240,000 | 27/05/2022 | Semi-detached |
| [Same street] 141 CROMBIE AVENUE, YORK, YO30 6DW | £246,000 | 16/05/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 26 KINGSWAY NORTH, YORK, YO30 6JA | £250,000 | 12/11/2021 | Semi-detached |
| [Same street] 31 CROMBIE AVENUE, YORK, YO30 6DW | £196,000 | 30/09/2021 | Terraced |
| 77 WATER LANE, YORK, YO30 6PW | £257,000 | 21/09/2021 | Semi-detached |

**Street average:** £226,875 (4 sales)
**Area average:** £334,049 (12 sales)

## Price vs local average

*Outcode + property type (HousePrices, last 2 years).*

- **Local average:** £334,126 (34 Semi-detached, YO30, 2024–2026)
- **Deviation:** -37.1%

## Rental Range

*ONS Price Index of Private Rents (York). Low / Realistic / Optimistic = conservative / average / best case.*

- **Low:** £1,064/mo
- **Realistic:** £1,182/mo
- **Optimistic:** £1,300/mo

## LHA (Local Housing Allowance)

*VOA 30th percentile rent floor for York (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026).*

- **LHA floor (this property size):** £823/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 End Terrace, Rowntree Way, YO31 | £2,500/mo | 3 | 0.54 miles | OpenRent |

**Average rent: £2,500/mo (1 listing)**

## 1% Rule

- **Rent ratio:** 1.19% (strong)
- **Max investor price (0.8%):** £312,500
- **Target investor price (1%):** £250,000

*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 OpenRent comparables.*

## Rent-driven metrics

*Based on OpenRent comparables (median £2,500/mo).*

- **Gross yield:** 14.3%
- **Cost-to-rent:** 7×
- **Monthly cashflow:** £1,398/mo (75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term)
- **Cash-on-cash ROI:** 27.5%

*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:** £2,658/m²

## Capital growth trend

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

- **5y growth:** -0.9%
- **10y growth:** 39.8%

## House Price Index (HM Land Registry)

*Official index for York; Semi-detached series; as of April 2026.*

- **1y growth (index):** 4%
- **5y growth (index):** 16.1%
- **10y growth (index):** 41.8%

## Flood risk

- **Zone:** 1
- **Risk:** Low
- **Source:** Job (default Low)

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