For sale Detached

8 DOVESTON ROAD

SALE, GREATER MANCHESTER M33 6LE

4 beds 4 baths 1,711 sq ft Listed 8 Apr 2026 (-68d)

£900,000

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Reduced on 1 Jun 2026 · Was £950,000

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Property details

Tenure

FREEHOLD

Floor area

159 m²

Council tax band

F

EPC rating

E

Year built

England and Wales: 1900-1929

Last sold

£410,000 Dec 2015

Price per m²

£5,660/m²

Local average

£599,740 (+50.1%)

Deprivation

Decile 8 (26,708 of 33,755)

Street crime

0 incidents within 1 mile (Apr 2026)

Key features

  • 4 spacious bedrooms
  • 4 modern bathrooms
  • 2 cosy reception rooms
  • Detached house on Doveston Road
  • Ideal family home
  • Close to local amenities
  • Easy access to transport links
  • Quiet residential area
  • Council Tax Band F
  • EPC Rating E

Additional details

Electricity
Mains supply
Water
Mains supply
Sewerage
Mains supply
Heating
Gas central
Parking
Driveway
Garden
Yes
Listed property
No
Restrictions
No
Required access
No
Rights of way
No
Flooded in last 5 years
No
Flood defences
No

Description

Located on the charming Doveston Road in Sale, this exquisite detached house offers a perfect blend of comfort and elegance. With four bedrooms, this property is ideal for families seeking a generous living space. Each bedroom is thoughtfully designed, providing ample room for relaxation and personalisation.

The house boasts three inviting reception rooms, perfect for entertaining guests or enjoying quiet family evenings. These versatile spaces can be adapted to suit your lifestyle, whether you envision a formal dining area or a cosy lounge.

With four well-appointed bathrooms, convenience is at the forefront of this home. Each bathroom is designed, ensuring that everyone has their own space to unwind.

The location on Doveston Road is particularly appealing, offering a peaceful residential atmosphere while remaining close to local amenities, schools, and parks. This property is not just a house; it is a place where memories can be made and cherished.

In summary, this detached house on Doveston Road is a rare find, combining spacious living areas, multiple bathrooms, and a prime location. It presents an excellent opportunity for those looking to settle in a welcoming community. Do not miss the chance to make this beautiful property your new home.

Entrance Hall - This welcoming entrance hall features a classic staircase with a wooden handrail and white balusters, creating a warm first impression. The space is carpeted in a soft grey tone, complemented by white panelled walls and generous natural light from a window.

Lounge - 16'10" x 14'3" - The lounge is a bright and spacious room with neutral décor and wood-effect flooring. A large bay window with stained glass inserts enhances the natural light, while the high ceilings add a sense of grandeur. This room offers a perfect balance of traditional character and modern simplicity.

Reception Room - 18'6" x 13'0" - This reception room boasts a large bay window with stained glass panels, filling the space with natural light. The room is thoughtfully decorated in soft greys with clean white walls and carpeted flooring, creating a calm and versatile living area.

Kitchen/Diner - 19'7" x 12'4" - The kitchen/dining room is a bright and airy open space with stylish tiled flooring. A wooden dining table with modern chairs sits beside bi-fold doors that open onto a tiled patio, allowing natural light to flow through and providing easy access to the garden. The kitchen area features sleek white cabinets and contrasting dark countertops, with a window overlooking the garden bringing in additional light.

Converted Garage - 19'10" x 8'10" - This converted garage provides a long, practical space with a boiler room at each end. It offers versatile accommodation, ideal for use as additional storage, a workshop or utility space.

Cellar 1 - 16'10" x 15'0" - The basement includes three cellar rooms of varied sizes, offering ample storage or workspace options. The largest cellar extends to 5.12 by 4.58 metres, with two smaller adjoining cellars. The layout allows for flexible use according to your needs.

Cellar 2 - 12'7" x 8'6" - A practical utility room located in the second cellar with tiled flooring, providing space for laundry appliances and storage. It is conveniently located adjacent to a bathroom in the basement.

Bathroom (Basement) - 7'7" x 4'5" - The basement bathroom is compact but functional, fitted with a toilet and washbasin, ideal for convenience close to the utility space.

Bathroom (Ground Floor) - 8'11" x 7'10" - On the ground floor, a second bathroom offers a larger space with a shower, wash basin and toilet. It is conveniently located near the lounge and hallway for easy access.

Landing - This bright and airy landing has carpeted flooring and white walls. It provides access to four bedrooms and the first-floor bathroom, with natural light from a window enhancing the space.

Bedroom 1 - 14'8" x 13'0" - The principal bedroom is spacious, carpeted in grey, and features white walls and a window with stained glass details. An ensuite shower room is adjacent, adding privacy and convenience.

Bedroom 2 - 16'11" x 13'0" - Bedroom 2 is a large, carpeted room with a bright window, neutral décor and plenty of space for furniture and storage.

Bedroom 4 - 6'8" x 6'6" - A smaller bedroom with a single bed frame visible, carpeted flooring and a window featuring stained glass panels that allow in soft natural light.

Bedroom 3 - 13'9" x 13'0" - Bedroom 3 is a well-sized, bright room with carpeting and white walls. Two windows with stained glass offer plenty of light and views of the surrounding greenery.

Bathroom (First Floor) - 7'11" x 7'2" - The first-floor bathroom is fitted with a walk-in shower, washbasin, toilet and bidet. The space is decorated in neutral tones with a large frosted window allowing in natural light.

Loft Room - 19'10" x 8'10" - The loft room offers a versatile space ideal for storage, a studio or an additional living area.

Front Exterior - Outside, the front exterior of the property is accessed via a paved courtyard, with mature greenery and a detached brick-built outbuilding to the side. This space provides ample parking and a private setting.

Rear Garden - The rear garden is a spacious and private outdoor area with a large paved patio perfect for dining or entertaining. It is enclosed by fencing and mature trees, with a raised decking area that offers a comfortable seating spot.

Agent Note - Some of the images used are AI to illustrate how the rooms could be used

Listed by

Sale

Jordan Fishwick

Reference: 174209291

EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost

Current rating: E

Potential rating: D

Inspection date: 16/12/2025

Expiry date: 15/12/2035

Current heating cost: £3,314/year

Potential heating cost: £1,767/year

Est. upgrade cost to C: £31,200

Recommendations

  • 50 mm internal or external wall insulation (£7,500 - £11,000)
  • Floor insulation (suspended floor) (£5,000 - £10,000)
  • Draughtproof single-glazed windows (£150 - £250)
  • Replace single glazed windows with low-E double glazing (£4,500 - £6,000)
  • Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp (£8,000 - £10,000)

View full EPC on gov.uk

Flood risk

Zone: 1

Risk: Low

Job (default Low)

Floorplans

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EPC Graphs

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Price history

Event Date Price % change
Listed for sale £900,000 +119.5%
Sold 14/12/2015 (10 years ago) £410,000

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 21 DOVESTON ROAD, SALE, TRAFFORD, GREATER MANCHESTER, M33 6LE £862,500 13/10/2023 Detached
Same street 31 DOVESTON ROAD, SALE, TRAFFORD, GREATER MANCHESTER, M33 6LE £330,500 26/11/2021 Terraced

Street average: £596,500 (2 sales)

Capital growth trend

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

5y growth 20%
10y growth 52%

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

1y (index) 1.1%
5y (index) 19.7%
10y (index) 61.6%

Rental Range

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

Low £1,223/mo
Realistic £1,359/mo
Optimistic £1,495/mo

Based on Local Authority from postcode lookup → Trafford.

LHA (30th percentile) floor for West Pennine: £760/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)

Location

Nearby

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

Type Name Distance
Shop Kwik Fit 0.0 miles
Shop Co-op Food 0.1 miles
Bus stop Sale, Cross Street / near Mersey Road 0.1 miles
Bus stop Glebelands Road/Windsor Avenue 0.1 miles
Train station Humphrey Park 1.6 miles
Train station Trafford Park 1.8 miles
University University Academy 92 2.5 miles
Hospital Trafford General Hospital 2.6 miles
Hospital Spire Manchester Hospital 2.9 miles
University University of Salford 3.1 miles

Street-level crime

Category Count
Total incidents 0

Within 1 mile during Apr 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
Park Road Sale Primary School Primary 0.3 miles Outstanding — 2 May 2024
Springfield Primary School Primary 0.4 miles Outstanding — 29 Dec 2021
Forest Park Preparatory School Other 0.5 miles (No rating)
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy Primary 0.6 miles Outstanding — 27 Apr 2009
St Mary's CofE Primary School Primary 0.6 miles Good — 18 May 2023

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Rent-driven metrics

Based on Area rent estimate.

Rent ratio 0.15%
Max investor price (0.8%) £169,875
Target investor price (1%) £135,900
  • 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).