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CAN MARPLE HOUSE PRICES REALLY KEEP GOING UP?
Marple house prices rose by 0.7% last month, according to the Land Registry. This means the annual rate of house price growth in Marple has increased to 11.5%. Looking at the national figures, many people were concerned the UK property market was overheating as spring saw annual growth of 9.9%, the highest [...]
6% Return in Hyde- Cosmetic Work Required
On the 14th of July Lynks Estate Agents added to market a 2-bedroom mid-terrace property in Dukinfield, Hyde. It looks from the advert to require some cosmetic upgrades, however both the kitchen and bathroom seem to be in good conditon, and there is a decent garden to the rear. With [...]
Converted House with 7.5% Yields
On the 5th of July Cousins Estate Agents added to market a 2 bedroom mews property. The house has been separated into two separate one-bedroom apartments from a communal ground floor entrance. Each apartment would look to achieve approximately £425 per calendar month, giving an overall yield of around 7.5%. [...]
How Eco-friendly are Marple Homes?
And how new Gov’t rules will mean draughty low-eco Marple homes will drop in value ‘It’s Not Easy Being Green’, was the song that Kermit sang on Sesame Street. Yet now being green is a normal way of life for most of us. Walking or cycling places instead of taking [...]
Reduced Ready to Let Apartment in Mottram
On the 17th of June Spencer Harvey reduced a one-bedroom ground floor apartment to £89,000. The apartment looks to have been recently refurbished and benefits from a private garden space. With the rental expected to be in the region of £500 per calendar month the return is hitting the high [...]
Albert Place Open House Invitation
Mark and Georgia from our Marple Branch are excited to welcome you to an Open House at the Albert Place development in the centre of Marple. With 50% of the development now being sold these properties are going quickly, so if you are interested take a look at the video [...]
Reduced 7% Gross Yield in Hyde
On the 15th of June, Purplebricks reduced a two-bedroom ground floor apartment in The Links development in Hyde. Finished to a great standard internally, and a decent size, we would expect to achieve approximately £650 per month, giving a gross yield of 7%, taking into account the yearly charges of [...]
NEW HOMES FOR SALE IN THE SK6 AREA
In this video our Branch Manager talks to us about some new properties coming to market over the next few weeks in the Marple area. All these homes have fantastic gardens, plenty of bedrooms and require next to no refurbishment work. See more in the video... https://youtu.be/xFcaBf1G7ig
BEAUTIFUL BUNGALOW IN MARPLE BRIDGE
This beautiful bungalow, 5 minutes outside of Marple Bridge which requires no work is priced at just £350,000. Find out more in this short video with Marple Branch Manager, Dan, or visit our website https://youtu.be/ZSGwYrffSio
6% Plus Return in Hyde
On the 9th of June Reeds Rains added to the market a two-bedroom semi-detached property, the advert itself mentions a high-end finish throughout, however there are no internal photos of the property. We would expect to be achieving in the region of £650 per month on the rental side, so [...]
Marple Home Moves Hit Record High in June
June 2021 was the busiest month ever for UK estate agents, home removal companies and conveyancers since monthly records began, as HMRC logged 213,120 residential transactions in June, a jump of more than 216% nationally on the same month last year (when the housing market had just reopened after the [...]
29.3% OF MARPLE LANDLORDS COULD BE FINED £5,000 EACH WITH NEW ENERGY REGS
As the UK has committed to a legally binding target to be carbon neutral by 2050, one of the biggest producers of greenhouse gasses are residential properties. To hit that target, every UK property will need to achieve a minimum grade of C on their Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) by 2035. [...]
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ABOUT THE BLOG
This blog follows the property and buy to let market in Marple, The Bridge, Mellor and Compstall. You’ll find insight, commentary and analysis that relates specifically to SK6, along with the latest investment deals from all agents in the area.
DANIEL BROWNHILL – CO-AUTHOR
I am passionate about our area, so if you have any property related questions, whether buying, selling, letting out or just curious about what’s happening this very moment in the Marple, Marple Bridge, Mellor and Compstall property market then just pop into my office, alternatively call or e-mail me. I look forward to hearing from you and having a chat.