# 2 bedroom detached bungalow for sale (SK23 7PE) ## Property Details | Key | Value | |-----|-------| | Address | 13 CRESCENT DRIVE, HIGH PEAK, FURNESS VALE, DERBYSHIRE SK23 7PE | | Price | £545,000 | | Bedrooms | 2 | | Bathrooms | 2 | | Council tax | E | | Construction age | England and Wales: 1930-1949 | | Floor area | 103 m² | | Last sold | £225,000 Oct 2013 | ## EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost - **Current rating:** C - **Potential rating:** C - **Expiry date:** 18/06/2036 - **Current heating cost:** £1,105/year - **Est. upgrade cost to C:** £18,250 ### Recommendations - Q (£7,500 - £11,000) - U (£8,000 - £10,000) [View full EPC on gov.uk](https://find-energy-certificate.service.gov.uk/energy-certificate/2526-8412-2115-5229-6170) ## Description This beautifully renovated and extended two-bedroom detached bungalow is offered to the market with no onward chain. Set on a very large plot, the property has been updated by the current owners to a high standard throughout. The accommodation comprises a spacious entrance hall leading to a large lounge with a log burner and far-reaching views. The open-plan family room and kitchen to the rear is the heart of the home, fitted with modern units and bi-fold doors that open onto the garden, creating an ideal space for entertaining or relaxing with family. Leading to a practical utility room. The principal bedroom is at the front with far reaching views, served by a well-appointed main bathroom, while the second bedroom is served by a stylish en suite bathroom. The property also includes ample storage and is finished with quality fixtures and fittings throughout. Located in a prime position close to both New Mills and Whaley Bridge, the bungalow offers easy access to local amenities and excellent transport links to Manchester Piccadilly and Buxton. EPC rating is to be confirmed. The outside space is equally impressive, with a substantial lawned rear garden that features a paved patio area, perfect for outdoor dining. Steps lead up to the main lawn, which is bordered by established flower beds and mature shrubs, and a central stone pathway runs the length of the garden to an elevated paved seating area at the top, offering panoramic views over adjacent fields and open countryside. The large front garden is centred around a mature lawn, enclosed by well-stocked flower beds and dense planting, with a stone-paved section connecting the driveway to the entrance porch. A private tarmac driveway runs down one side of the property, providing off-road parking for multiple cars and leading to a stone-built detached garage. The garage features traditional wooden opening doors, solid concrete flooring, internal lighting, and power points; it is also plumbed for a washing machine and currently houses a washing machine and tumble dryer, making it ideal for use as a utility space, workshop, or secure storage. This exceptional bungalow combines high-quality interiors with outstanding outside space, making it a rare opportunity in a sought-after location. ## Property Photos - ![Photo](/listings/photos/89304627/651890) - ![Kitchen / Family Room](/listings/photos/89304627/651892) - Kitchen / Family Room - ![Bathroom](/listings/photos/89304627/651894) - Bathroom - ![Photo](/listings/photos/89304627/651896) - ![Porch](/listings/photos/89304627/651898) - Porch - ![Hallway](/listings/photos/89304627/651900) - Hallway - ![Hallway](/listings/photos/89304627/651902) - Hallway - ![Lounge](/listings/photos/89304627/651904) - Lounge - ![Lounge](/listings/photos/89304627/651906) - Lounge - ![Lounge](/listings/photos/89304627/651908) - Lounge - ![Lounge](/listings/photos/89304627/651909) - Lounge - ![Lounge](/listings/photos/89304627/651910) - Lounge - ![Lounge](/listings/photos/89304627/651911) - Lounge - ![Kitchen / Family Room](/listings/photos/89304627/651912) - Kitchen / Family Room - ![Kitchen / Family Room](/listings/photos/89304627/651913) - Kitchen / Family Room - ![Kitchen / Family Room](/listings/photos/89304627/651914) - Kitchen / Family Room - ![Kitchen / Family Room](/listings/photos/89304627/651915) - Kitchen / Family Room - ![Kitchen / Family Room](/listings/photos/89304627/651916) - Kitchen / Family Room - ![Kitchen / Family Room](/listings/photos/89304627/651917) - Kitchen / Family Room - ![Kitchen / Family Room](/listings/photos/89304627/651918) - Kitchen / Family Room - ![Kitchen / Family Room](/listings/photos/89304627/651919) - Kitchen / Family Room - ![Utility Room](/listings/photos/89304627/651920) - Utility Room - ![Utility Room](/listings/photos/89304627/651921) - Utility Room - ![Bedroom Two](/listings/photos/89304627/651922) - Bedroom Two - ![Bedroom Two](/listings/photos/89304627/651923) - Bedroom Two - ![Bedroom Two](/listings/photos/89304627/651924) - Bedroom Two - ![Ensuite](/listings/photos/89304627/651925) - Ensuite - ![Ensuite](/listings/photos/89304627/651926) - Ensuite - ![Bedroom One](/listings/photos/89304627/651927) - Bedroom One - ![Bedroom One](/listings/photos/89304627/651928) - Bedroom One - ![Bedroom One](/listings/photos/89304627/651929) - Bedroom One - ![Bedroom One](/listings/photos/89304627/651930) - Bedroom One - ![Bedroom One](/listings/photos/89304627/651931) - Bedroom One - ![Bathroom](/listings/photos/89304627/651932) - Bathroom - ![Photo](/listings/photos/89304627/651933) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/89304627/651934) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/89304627/651935) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/89304627/651936) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/89304627/651937) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/89304627/651938) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/89304627/651940) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/89304627/651942) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/89304627/651944) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/89304627/651946) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/89304627/651949) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/89304627/651951) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/89304627/651953) - ![Photo](/listings/photos/89304627/651955) ## Floorplans - ![Ground Floor](/listings/photos/89304627/651957) - Ground Floor - ![Garage](/listings/photos/89304627/651965) - Garage - ![All](/listings/photos/89304627/651970) - All ## FENSA Certificates This property has 2 FENSA certificate(s) on record. ### FENSA Certificate #4115837 - **Address:** 13 Crescent Drive, Furness Vale, SK23 7PE - **Certificate Issued:** 09/10/2006 - **Work Completed:** 27/09/2006 - **Items:** 1 door(s) ### FENSA Certificate #2844099 - **Address:** 13 Crescent Drive, Furness Vale, SK23 7PE - **Certificate Issued:** 05/07/2005 - **Work Completed:** 14/06/2005 - **Items:** 2 window(s) ## Sales History *Recorded sales for this property. Data from Land Registry Price Paid.* | Address | Price | Date | Type | |---------|-------|------|------| | 13 CRESCENT DRIVE, FURNESS VALE, HIGH PEAK, DERBYSHIRE, SK23 7PE | £225,000 | 17/10/2013 | 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 | |---------|-------|------|------| | [Same street] 21 CRESCENT DRIVE, FURNESS VALE, HIGH PEAK, DERBYSHIRE, SK23 7PE | £340,000 | 18/03/2022 | Detached | **Street average:** £340,000 (1 sale) ## Price vs local average *Outcode + property type (HousePrices, last 2 years).* - **Local average:** £409,748 (24 Detached, SK23, 2024–2026) - **Deviation:** +33% ## Rental Range *ONS Price Index of Private Rents (High Peak). Low / Realistic / Optimistic = conservative / average / best case.* - **Low:** £816/mo - **Realistic:** £907/mo - **Optimistic:** £998/mo ## LHA (Local Housing Allowance) *VOA 30th percentile rent floor for Southern Greater Manchester (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026).* - **LHA floor (this property size):** £748/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 | |------|------|------|------|------| | 2 Bed Terraced House, Buxton Road, SK23 | £895/mo | 2 | 0.37 miles | OpenRent | | 2 Bed Detached House, Buxton Rd, SK23 | £950/mo | 2 | 0.39 miles | OpenRent | | 2 Bed Flat, Station Road, SK23 | £875/mo | 2 | 0.45 miles | OpenRent | **Average rent: £907/mo (3 listings)** ## 1% Rule - **Rent ratio:** 0.16% (weak for cashflow) - **Max investor price (0.8%):** £111,875 - **Target investor price (1%):** £89,500 *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 £895/mo).* - **Gross yield:** 2% - **Cost-to-rent:** 50.7× - **Monthly cashflow:** £-1,366/mo (75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term) - **Cash-on-cash ROI:** -10.4% *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:** £5,291/m² ## Capital growth trend *Land Registry outcode average from sold prices: last 12 months vs 5y and 10y ago.* - **5y growth:** -1.6% - **10y growth:** 3.6% ## House Price Index (HM Land Registry) *Official index for High Peak; Detached series; as of March 2026.* - **1y growth (index):** 2.8% - **5y growth (index):** 26.9% - **10y growth (index):** 60.7% ## 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)