For sale Detached

4 ROWLEY BANK GARDENS

STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE ST17 9SJ

3 beds 2 baths 1,206 sq ft Listed 15 May 2026 (-78d)

£600,000

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Property details

Tenure

FREEHOLD

Floor area

112 m²

Council tax band

F

EPC rating

C

Year built

England and Wales: 1983-1990

Last sold

£335,000 Jan 2025

Price per m²

£5,357/m²

Local average

£398,663 (+50.5%)

Deprivation

Decile 10 (30,975 of 33,755)

Street crime

327 incidents within 1 mile (May 2026)

Key features

  • PRIVATE SETTING
  • BEAUTIFULLY RENOVATED
  • LUXURY OPEN PLAN
  • DETACHED DOUBLE GARAGE
  • LANDSCAPED GARDENS
  • EXCLUSIVE CUL-DE-SAC
  • HIGH SPECIFICATION
  • SPACIOUS SINGLE STOREY

Additional details

Parking
Yes
Garden
Yes

Description

CALL US ANY DAY MONDAY TO SUNDAY BETWEEN 8AM AND 10PM — BUTTERS JOHN BEE ARE HERE WHEN IT MATTERS, PROVIDING HELP, ADVICE AND SUPPORT THROUGHOUT YOUR MOVE.

Discreetly tucked away along an exclusive private road on the highly regarded Rowley Bank Gardens, this exceptional detached bungalow presents a rare opportunity to acquire a beautifully reimagined home of remarkable quality, privacy and refinement. Positioned within mature landscaped grounds and set well back behind a sweeping driveway approach, the property enjoys an immediate sense of arrival, peaceful, secluded and entirely hidden from the outside world, yet only moments from Stafford town centre, excellent commuter links and the mainline railway station.

Approached via a long, elegant driveway which gently curves through manicured lawns and established trees, the entrance experience is one of understated prestige. The property gradually reveals itself through the greenery, creating a feeling more akin to arriving at a private country retreat than a town residence. Extensive parking sits comfortably to the front elevation alongside a detached double garage, while the mature surroundings provide both privacy and an impressive visual setting from every angle.

Internally, the bungalow has been comprehensively renovated and thoughtfully redesigned to an exceptional standard throughout. Every detail has been carefully considered, blending luxurious contemporary finishes with a calm and timeless interior palette. Flooded with natural light, the accommodation flows effortlessly, offering beautifully balanced living spaces equally suited to entertaining and day-to-day family life.

At the heart of the home lies an outstanding open-plan kitchen, dining and living space — a striking room designed for modern living. Bespoke shaker-style cabinetry is paired with elegant stone worktops, premium integrated appliances and sophisticated brushed brass fittings, while expansive glazing and French doors create a seamless connection with the gardens beyond. The generous proportions allow for both relaxed family living and large-scale entertaining, all framed by calming garden views and an abundance of natural light.

Complementing the open-plan space is a beautifully appointed separate lounge, providing a more intimate setting for quieter evenings, complete with soft neutral décor and elegant presentation throughout.

The bedroom accommodation has been equally well considered. The principal suite offers a peaceful retreat with fitted storage and a luxurious hotel-inspired en-suite bathroom finished with full-height porcelain tiling, contemporary vanity cabinetry, illuminated mirror detailing and a striking freestanding bath. Two further double bedrooms provide versatile accommodation for family, guests or home working, served by an equally impressive family shower room finished to an exceptional standard.

Outside, the gardens have been landscaped to create a series of private and tranquil outdoor spaces. A substantial paved entertaining terrace sits immediately to the rear of the property, ideal for summer dining and social gatherings, while expansive lawns are bordered by mature hedging and established trees, ensuring complete privacy and a wonderful sense of seclusion throughout the seasons. The grounds feel remarkably peaceful and sheltered, enhancing the home’s rare combination of discretion and convenience.

Rowley Bank Gardens remains one of Stafford’s most desirable residential addresses, appreciated for its quiet setting, mature surroundings and close proximity to both the town centre and surrounding countryside. Stafford itself offers an excellent range of independent boutiques, restaurants, schooling and leisure facilities, whilst the nearby railway station provides direct intercity services to London Euston, Birmingham and Manchester, making the property exceptionally well placed for commuters.

Combining high-calibre single-storey living with privacy, elegance and exceptional finish, this is a home of considerable distinction — thoughtfully crafted for modern luxury living and perfectly suited to buyers seeking space, tranquillity and uncompromising quality in one of Stafford’s most coveted settings.

Listed by

Cannock

Spicerhaart

Reference: 88562076

EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost

Current rating: C

Potential rating: B

Inspection date: 17/09/2024

Expiry date: 16/09/2034

Current heating cost: £1,189/year

Potential heating cost: £1,049/year

Est. upgrade cost to C: £14,540

Recommendations

  • Floor insulation (solid floor) (£4,000 - £6,000)
  • Low energy lighting for all fixed outlets (£40)
  • Solar water heating (£4,000 - £6,000)
  • Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp (£3,500 - £5,500)

View full EPC on gov.uk

Flood risk

Zone: 1

Risk: Low

Job (default Low)

Floorplans

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Floorplan 1

Floorplan 2

Floorplan 2

EPC Graphs

EPC 1

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Price history

Event Date Price % change
Listed for sale £600,000 +79.1%
Sold 10/01/2025 (1 year ago) £335,000

Source: HM Land Registry Price Paid Data. Crown copyright.

Sold Comparables

Same street and nearby sales within 0.25 miles (last 5 years). Data from Land Registry Price Paid.

Address Price Date Type
Same street 2 ROWLEY BANK GARDENS, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST17 9SJ £450,000 30/01/2026 Detached
57 HIGHFIELD GROVE, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST17 9RA £250,000 14/01/2026 Detached
8 RISING BROOK, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST17 9DA £335,000 30/11/2023 Detached
30 KINGSLEY ROAD, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST17 9BS £360,000 15/09/2023 Detached
1 CRESCENT ROAD, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST17 9AW £573,000 22/02/2023 Detached
19 ST JOHNS ROAD, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST17 9AS £820,000 03/11/2022 Detached
ACREMEAD, 9 ST JOHNS ROAD, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST17 9AS £981,000 29/09/2022 Detached
52 CRESCENT ROAD, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST17 9AW £535,000 12/07/2022 Detached
25 SHERWOOD AVENUE, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST17 9BX £280,000 23/06/2022 Detached
8 SHERWOOD AVENUE, STAFFORD, STAFFORDSHIRE, ST17 9BX £334,000 10/12/2021 Detached

Street average: £450,000 (1 sale)

Area average: £496,444 (9 sales)

Capital growth trend

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

5y growth 37.6%
10y growth 79.9%

House Price Index (HM Land Registry — official index, not sold-price averages): Stafford. Series: Detached. As of April 2026.

1y (index) 5.3%
5y (index) 27%
10y (index) 49.5%

Rental Range

Estimated market rent for Stafford. Low = conservative, Realistic = average, Optimistic = best case.

Low £806/mo
Realistic £896/mo
Optimistic £986/mo

Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → Stafford.

LHA (30th percentile) floor for Mid Staffs: £738/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)

Location

Nearby

Nearest stations, universities and amenities (distance from property).

Type Name Distance
Bus stop Rowley Grove 0.1 miles
Shop Unknown 0.3 miles
Shop The Co-operative Food 0.5 miles
Train station Stafford 0.7 miles
Hospital St George's Hospital 1.2 miles
Hospital County Hospital 1.4 miles
University Staffordshire University Blackheath Lane Site 2.3 miles
Train station Penkridge 4.9 miles

Street-level crime

Category Count
Violence and sexual offences 128
Anti-social behaviour 64
Public order 31
Criminal damage and arson 26
Shoplifting 24
Other theft 16
Bicycle theft 10
Other crime 7
Vehicle crime 6
Burglary 5
Drugs 5
Robbery 3
Possession of weapons 2
Total incidents 327

Within 1 mile during May 2026. Source: data.police.uk (England & Wales).

Schools nearby

Nearest open schools with Ofsted ratings (England). Closed schools are not shown. Data from Get Information about Schools and Ofsted.

Name Type Distance Ofsted
Rowley Park Primary Academy Primary 0.4 miles Good — 26 May 2017
Flash Ley Primary School Primary 0.4 miles Good — 16 Jul 2023
St Paul's CofE (C) Primary School Primary 0.5 miles Outstanding — 26 Jun 2018
Blessed William Howard Catholic School Secondary 0.5 miles Good — 6 Nov 2012
Blessed Mother Teresa's Catholic Primary School Primary 0.5 miles Good — 18 May 2022

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 Semi-Detached House, Brook Glen Road, ST17 £1,295/mo 3 0.29 miles OpenRent

Average rent: £1,295/mo (1 listing)

Rent-driven metrics

Based on OpenRent comparables.

Rent ratio 0.22%
Max investor price (0.8%) £161,875
Target investor price (1%) £129,500
Gross yield 2.6%
Cost-to-rent ratio 38.6×
Monthly cashflow £-1,222/mo 75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term
Cash-on-cash ROI -8.4%
  • Rent ratio — Monthly rent ÷ purchase price (1% rule). 1%+ = strong, 0.8–1% = okay, <0.8% = weak for cashflow.
  • Max investor price — Rent ÷ 0.8%; the price at which rent would be 0.8% of price (Stoke-style target).
  • Target investor price — Rent ÷ 1%; the price at which rent would be 1% of price (strong cashflow band).
  • Gross yield — Annual rent as % of purchase price (no costs).
  • Cost-to-rent — Price ÷ annual rent (from OpenRent comparables). Under 14× = strong, 14–16× = acceptable, 17×+ = compressed.
  • Cashflow — Rent minus 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).