# 3 bedroom semi-detached house for sale (WA2 9QA)

## Property Details

| Key | Value |
|-----|-------|
| Address | 98 NORTHWAY, WARRINGTON, LONGFORD, WARRINGTON WA2 9QA |
| Price | £165,000 |
| Bedrooms | 3 |
| Bathrooms | 1 |
| Council tax | A |
| Construction age | England and Wales: 1950-1966 |
| Floor area | 77 m² |
| Last sold | £155,000 Mar 2024 |

## EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost

- **Current rating:** C
- **Potential rating:** B
- **Current heating cost:** £1,184/year
- **Est. upgrade cost to C:** £14,500

### Recommendations
- W2 (£4,000 - £6,000)
- 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/9300-2430-9300-2777-7171)

## Description

Welcome to this charming and spacious three-bedroom family home, a mid-terrace bay-fronted property - situated in a convenient location, this home is sure to impress with its features and surroundings.

As you step inside, you'll be greeted by a welcoming entrance hall, spacious lounge with feature fire place and contemporary kitchen, thoughtfully designed with functionality and style in mind. The kitchen provides the ideal space for preparing delicious meals and offers ample storage options for all your culinary needs.

The addition of a conservatory adds a touch of elegance and tranquillity to this property. It's a versatile space that can be used for various purposes, such as a dining area, a cosy reading nook, or simply a place to enjoy the views of the enclosed rear gardens.

One of the standout features of this home is its enclosed rear gardens, providing a private outdoor oasis for relaxation, play, and entertaining. Whether you have a green thumb or simply enjoy the fresh air, these gardens are sure to be a highlight. Another unique selling points of this property is the open view of the adjacent playing field.

The property comes with driveway parking for two cars, making it convenient for you and your family. No more searching for on-street parking; your vehicles will have a secure and easily accessible spot right at your doorstep.

Location-wise, this home offers convenient access to motorway links M6 and M62, making it an excellent choice for commuters. You're also close to Warrington Town Centre, which offers a wide range of shopping, dining, and entertainment options.

For those budget-conscious buyers, it's worth noting that this property falls within Council Tax Band A, helping to keep your ongoing expenses manageable and the added benefit of Freehold tenure.

In summary, this three-bedroom family home is a perfect blend of comfort, style, and convenience. With its contemporary kitchen, conservatory, modern bathroom, enclosed gardens, parking for two cars, and a beautiful view of the adjacent playing field, it's a dream home waiting for a new family to create lasting memories. Don't miss out on the opportunity to make it yours!

EPC Rating: C

## Property Photos

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## Floorplans

- ![Floorplan 1](/listings/photos/143453513/189282) - Floorplan 1

## EPC Graphs

- ![EPC 1](/listings/photos/143453513/189283) - EPC 1

## FENSA Certificates

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

### FENSA Certificate #2837862
- **Address:** 98 Northway, WARRINGTON, WA2 9QA
- **Certificate Issued:** 04/07/2005
- **Work Completed:** 12/06/2005
- **Items:** 1 window(s)

## Sales History

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

| Address | Price | Date | Type |
|---------|-------|------|------|
| 98 NORTHWAY, LONGFORD, WARRINGTON, WA2 9QA | £155,000 | 27/03/2024 | Terraced |
| 98 NORTHWAY, LONGFORD, WARRINGTON, WA2 9QA | £85,500 | 15/03/2013 | Terraced |
| 98 NORTHWAY, LONGFORD, WARRINGTON, WA2 9QA | £88,000 | 31/05/2007 | 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 |
|---------|-------|------|------|
| 31 MCKEE AVENUE, LONGFORD, WARRINGTON, WA2 9QX | £165,000 | 18/12/2025 | Semi-detached |
| 21 FISHER AVENUE, LONGFORD, WARRINGTON, WA2 9PA | £165,000 | 12/11/2025 | Semi-detached |
| 9 SHAKESPEARE GROVE, WARRINGTON, WA2 9PD | £233,000 | 23/06/2023 | Semi-detached |
| [Same street] 118 NORTHWAY, LONGFORD, WARRINGTON, WA2 9QA | £119,000 | 19/04/2023 | Terraced |
| 49 DENSHAM AVENUE, LONGFORD, WARRINGTON, WA2 9PW | £150,000 | 28/10/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 1 CLOUGH AVENUE, LONGFORD, WARRINGTON, WA2 9PH | £160,000 | 14/10/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 3 ACHILLES AVENUE, WARRINGTON, WA2 9RW | £158,000 | 29/09/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 69 FISHER AVENUE, LONGFORD, WARRINGTON, WA2 9PG | £168,000 | 23/09/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 91 NORTHWAY, LONGFORD, WARRINGTON, WA2 9QQ | £150,000 | 20/09/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 35 COOPER AVENUE, LONGFORD, WARRINGTON, WA2 9RA | £152,000 | 08/08/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 5 WALPOLE GROVE, WARRINGTON, WA2 9PE | £194,000 | 29/06/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 28 GOUGH AVENUE, LONGFORD, WARRINGTON, WA2 9QS | £150,000 | 23/05/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 15 COSSACK AVENUE, WARRINGTON, WA2 9PB | £195,500 | 26/04/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 26 COSSACK AVENUE, WARRINGTON, WA2 9PB | £200,000 | 31/03/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 14 SHAKESPEARE GROVE, WARRINGTON, WA2 9PD | £208,000 | 11/03/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 71 SANDY LANE, WARRINGTON, WA2 9DR | £145,000 | 25/02/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 109 NORTHWAY, LONGFORD, WARRINGTON, WA2 9QH | £165,000 | 07/01/2022 | Semi-detached |
| 40 FISHER AVENUE, LONGFORD, WARRINGTON, WA2 9PF | £155,000 | 26/11/2021 | Semi-detached |
| 43 CROWE AVENUE, LONGFORD, WARRINGTON, WA2 9RE | £144,000 | 31/08/2021 | Semi-detached |
| 43 CROWE AVENUE, LONGFORD, WARRINGTON, WA2 9RE | £90,000 | 23/07/2021 | Semi-detached |
| [Same street] 76 NORTHWAY, LONGFORD, WARRINGTON, WA2 9QA | £115,000 | 18/06/2021 | Terraced |

**Street average:** £117,000 (2 sales)
**Area average:** £165,658 (19 sales)

## Price vs local average

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

- **Local average:** £220,156 (41 Semi-detached, WA2, 2024–2026)
- **Deviation:** -25.1%

## Rental Range

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

- **Low:** £794/mo
- **Realistic:** £882/mo
- **Optimistic:** £970/mo

## LHA (Local Housing Allowance)

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

- **LHA floor (this property size):** £693/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, Charter Avenue, WA5 | £1,200/mo | 3 | 0.68 miles | OpenRent |
| 3 Bed Terraced House, Norris St, WA2 | £1,200/mo | 3 | 0.8 miles | OpenRent |

**Average rent: £1,200/mo (2 listings)**

## 1% Rule

- **Rent ratio:** 0.73% (weak for cashflow)
- **Max investor price (0.8%):** £150,000
- **Target investor price (1%):** £120,000

*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 £1,200/mo).*

- **Gross yield:** 8.7%
- **Cost-to-rent:** 11.5×
- **Monthly cashflow:** £405/mo (75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term)
- **Cash-on-cash ROI:** 10.2%

*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:** £2,143/m²

## Capital growth trend

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

- **5y growth:** 7.9%
- **10y growth:** 67.2%

## House Price Index (HM Land Registry)

*Official index for Warrington; Semi-detached series; as of February 2026.*

- **1y growth (index):** 6.3%
- **5y growth (index):** 27.6%
- **10y growth (index):** 63.5%

## Flood risk

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

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