# 3 bedroom semi-detached house for sale (ST7 2HX)

## Property Details

| Key | Value |
|-----|-------|
| Address | 16 GOWY CLOSE, STOKE-ON-TRENT, ALSAGER, CHESHIRE ST7 2HX |
| Price | £180,000 |
| Bedrooms | 3 |
| Bathrooms | 1 |
| Council tax | B |
| Construction age | England and Wales: 1967-1975 |
| Floor area | 72 m² |
| Last sold | £47,000 Sep 1998 |

## EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost

- **Current rating:** D
- **Potential rating:** C
- **Expiry date:** 01/07/2036
- **Current heating cost:** £1,003/year
- **Est. upgrade cost to C:** £17,700

### Recommendations
- B (£900 - £1,500)
- W1 (£5,000 - £10,000)
- U (£8,000 - £10,000)

[View full EPC on gov.uk](https://find-energy-certificate.service.gov.uk/energy-certificate/2221-4142-6111-2751-1822)

## Description

This well presented three bedroom semi detached house offers an excellent opportunity for families and professionals seeking a spacious and versatile home in a highly sought after location. The property is thoughtfully designed to maximise both comfort and functionality, featuring a welcoming entrance hall that leads through to a bright and airy lounge, ideal for relaxing or entertaining guests. The modern open plan kitchen and dining area provides a superb space for family meals and social gatherings, with ample room for dining furniture and contemporary fittings throughout (including integrated appliances and generous storage solutions). Upstairs, the property comprises three well proportioned bedrooms, each offering a comfortable retreat with plenty of natural light and space for bedroom furnishings. Additional benefits include off road parking to the front, providing convenient and secure parking for residents and visitors. The location is particularly appealing, being within close proximity to reputable local primary and high schools, making it an ideal choice for families with children. The property is also conveniently situated for access to a range of local amenities, including shops, cafes and leisure facilities, as well as excellent transport links for commuters. Offered for sale with no upwards chain, this home presents a hassle free move for buyers looking to settle quickly into their new surroundings. Immaculately maintained and ready to move into, this semi detached house combines practicality with contemporary style, providing a wonderful setting for modern family life. Early viewing is highly recommended to fully appreciate the quality and space on offer in this desirable home.

## Property Photos

- ![Photo](/listings/photos/90738696/1300509)
- ![Entrance Hall](/listings/photos/90738696/1300510) - Entrance Hall
- ![Lounge](/listings/photos/90738696/1300511) - Lounge
- ![Open Plan Kitchen/Diner](/listings/photos/90738696/1300512) - Open Plan Kitchen/Diner
- ![Open Plan Kitchen/Diner](/listings/photos/90738696/1300513) - Open Plan Kitchen/Diner
- ![Open Plan Kitchen/Diner](/listings/photos/90738696/1300514) - Open Plan Kitchen/Diner
- ![Bedroom One](/listings/photos/90738696/1300515) - Bedroom One
- ![Bedroom Two](/listings/photos/90738696/1300516) - Bedroom Two
- ![Bedroom Three](/listings/photos/90738696/1300517) - Bedroom Three
- ![Bathroom](/listings/photos/90738696/1300518) - Bathroom
- ![Photo](/listings/photos/90738696/1300519)
- ![Photo](/listings/photos/90738696/1300520)
- ![Photo](/listings/photos/90738696/1300521)

## Floorplans

- ![All](/listings/photos/90738696/1300522) - All

## FENSA Certificates

This property has 2 FENSA certificate(s) on record.

### FENSA Certificate #917921
- **Address:** 16 Gowy Close, Alsager, ST7 2HX
- **Certificate Issued:** 08/08/2003
- **Work Completed:** 20/07/2003
- **Items:** 5 window(s)

### FENSA Certificate #2320991
- **Address:** 16 Gowy Close, Alsager, ST7 2HX
- **Certificate Issued:** 20/12/2004
- **Work Completed:** 10/11/2004
- **Items:** 2 window(s), 1 door(s)

## Sales History

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

| Address | Price | Date | Type |
|---------|-------|------|------|
| 16 GOWY CLOSE, ALSAGER, STOKE-ON-TRENT, CONGLETON, CHESHIRE, ST7 2HX | £47,000 | 30/09/1998 | 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 |
|---------|-------|------|------|
| 37 CRANBERRY LANE, ALSAGER, STOKE-ON-TRENT, CHESHIRE EAST, ST7 2LG | £215,000 | 16/01/2026 | Semi-detached |
| 37 CORONATION AVENUE, ALSAGER, STOKE-ON-TRENT, CHESHIRE EAST, ST7 2JU | £185,000 | 24/11/2025 | Semi-detached |
| 7 MARSH CLOSE, ALSAGER, STOKE-ON-TRENT, CHESHIRE EAST, ST7 2LL | £289,500 | 31/10/2025 | Semi-detached |
| 34 CLOSE LANE, ALSAGER, STOKE-ON-TRENT, CHESHIRE EAST, ST7 2JT | £245,000 | 14/07/2025 | Semi-detached |
| [Same street] 43 GOWY CLOSE, ALSAGER, STOKE-ON-TRENT, CHESHIRE EAST, ST7 2HX | £210,000 | 10/01/2025 | Semi-detached |
| 23 CORONATION AVENUE, ALSAGER, STOKE-ON-TRENT, CHESHIRE EAST, ST7 2JU | £132,000 | 27/10/2023 | Semi-detached |
| 47 CLOSE LANE, ALSAGER, STOKE-ON-TRENT, CHESHIRE EAST, ST7 2JS | £270,000 | 11/10/2023 | Semi-detached |
| 98 CRANBERRY LANE, ALSAGER, STOKE-ON-TRENT, CHESHIRE EAST, ST7 2NX | £255,000 | 28/04/2023 | Semi-detached |
| 37 CORONATION AVENUE, ALSAGER, STOKE-ON-TRENT, CHESHIRE EAST, ST7 2JU | £192,500 | 14/12/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 86 CRANBERRY LANE, ALSAGER, STOKE-ON-TRENT, CHESHIRE EAST, ST7 2NX | £211,900 | 16/09/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 121 CLOSE LANE, ALSAGER, STOKE-ON-TRENT, CHESHIRE EAST, ST7 2UN | £232,000 | 12/09/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 36 CLOSE LANE, ALSAGER, STOKE-ON-TRENT, CHESHIRE EAST, ST7 2JT | £207,000 | 26/08/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 35 CORONATION AVENUE, ALSAGER, STOKE-ON-TRENT, CHESHIRE EAST, ST7 2JU | £170,000 | 08/06/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 40 FARRELL DRIVE, ALSAGER, STOKE-ON-TRENT, CHESHIRE EAST, ST7 2GY | £212,000 | 29/04/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 25 WEAVER CLOSE, ALSAGER, STOKE-ON-TRENT, CHESHIRE EAST, ST7 2NZ | £178,000 | 22/04/2022 | Semi-detached |
| [Same street] 39 GOWY CLOSE, ALSAGER, STOKE-ON-TRENT, CHESHIRE EAST, ST7 2HX | £450 | 14/03/2022 | Other |
| [Same street] 36 GOWY CLOSE, ALSAGER, STOKE-ON-TRENT, CHESHIRE EAST, ST7 2HX | £165,000 | 28/02/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 22 CLOSE LANE, ALSAGER, STOKE-ON-TRENT, CHESHIRE EAST, ST7 2JT | £212,000 | 18/02/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 9 PLOUGH CROFT, ALSAGER, STOKE-ON-TRENT, CHESHIRE EAST, ST7 2JY | £175,000 | 21/12/2021 | Semi-detached |
| 10 PLOUGH CROFT, ALSAGER, STOKE-ON-TRENT, CHESHIRE EAST, ST7 2JY | £155,000 | 17/12/2021 | Semi-detached |
| 5 CALF CROFT PLACE, ALSAGER, STOKE-ON-TRENT, CHESHIRE EAST, ST7 2GR | £185,000 | 19/10/2021 | Semi-detached |
| [Same street] 21 GOWY CLOSE, ALSAGER, STOKE-ON-TRENT, CHESHIRE EAST, ST7 2HX | £161,500 | 03/09/2021 | Semi-detached |
| 35 CORONATION AVENUE, ALSAGER, STOKE-ON-TRENT, CHESHIRE EAST, ST7 2JU | £151,000 | 02/09/2021 | Semi-detached |
| [Same street] 66 GOWY CLOSE, ALSAGER, STOKE-ON-TRENT, CHESHIRE EAST, ST7 2HX | £265,000 | 23/08/2021 | Detached |
| 81 CRANBERRY LANE, ALSAGER, STOKE-ON-TRENT, CHESHIRE EAST, ST7 2LG | £218,000 | 20/08/2021 | Semi-detached |
| [Same street] 31 GOWY CLOSE, ALSAGER, STOKE-ON-TRENT, CHESHIRE EAST, ST7 2HX | £165,000 | 02/08/2021 | Semi-detached |

**Street average:** £161,158 (6 sales)
**Area average:** £204,545 (20 sales)

## Price vs local average

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

- **Local average:** £209,708 (77 Semi-detached, ST7, 2024–2026)
- **Deviation:** -14.2%

## Rental Range

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

- **Low:** £881/mo
- **Realistic:** £979/mo
- **Optimistic:** £1,077/mo

## LHA (Local Housing Allowance)

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

- **LHA floor (this property size):** £678/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 |
|------|------|------|------|------|
| [Boden Hall Cottages, Rode Heath, ST7](http://87.117.209.195:8080/listings/265a8e4) | £2,250/mo | 3 | 2.96 miles | Rightmove |
| [Coalfield Close, Bignall End, Staffordsire](http://87.117.209.195:8080/listings/7fde580) | £1,200/mo | 3 | 3.03 miles | Rightmove |
| [Hope Street, Bignall End, Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire, ST7](http://87.117.209.195:8080/listings/614748c) | £875/mo | 3 | 3.14 miles | Rightmove |
| [Jamage Road, Talke Pits, ST7](http://87.117.209.195:8080/listings/47c6aa1) | £1,050/mo | 3 | 3.21 miles | Rightmove |
| [High Street, Talke Pits, Stoke-on-Trent](http://87.117.209.195:8080/listings/159a39f) | £900/mo | 3 | 3.42 miles | Rightmove |
| [High Street, Halmer End, Stoke-on-Trent, ST7](http://87.117.209.195:8080/listings/4697bea) | £895/mo | 3 | 4.09 miles | Rightmove |
| [High Street, Halmer End, ST7](http://87.117.209.195:8080/listings/4a1feac) | £840/mo | 3 | 4.09 miles | Rightmove |
| [High Street, Alsagers Bank, Stoke On Trent, Staffordshire, ST7](http://87.117.209.195:8080/listings/502c3e5) | £795/mo | 3 | 4.46 miles | Rightmove |

**Average rent: £1,101/mo (8 listings)**

## 1% Rule

- **Rent ratio:** 0.5% (weak for cashflow)
- **Max investor price (0.8%):** £112,250
- **Target investor price (1%):** £89,800

*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 £898/mo).*

- **Gross yield:** 6%
- **Cost-to-rent:** 16.7×
- **Monthly cashflow:** £74/mo (75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term)
- **Cash-on-cash ROI:** 1.7%

*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:** £2,500/m²

## Capital growth trend

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

- **5y growth:** 30.6%
- **10y growth:** 51.4%

## House Price Index (HM Land Registry)

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

- **1y growth (index):** 2%
- **5y growth (index):** 22.6%
- **10y growth (index):** 53%

## Flood risk

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

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