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See how verdicts work2-bedroom house · BL5 1EH
Listing removedReduced £10k (−5.6%) on 18 JulListed 195 days
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Manchester Road, Over Hulton, Bl5 – Character Cottage With Two Reception Rooms & Garden Located on Manchester Road, this traditional cottage-style home offers a great blend of character and practicality, making it an excellent option for both first-time buyers and investors.
The property opens into a front lounge featuring an original chimney breast with open fireplace, creating a strong focal point and giving the home that period charm buyers look for in this style of property.
To the rear, a second reception room provides additional living space, ideal as a dining room or separate sitting area, with useful under-stairs storage.
This then leads into the kitchen extension, fitted with modern high-gloss units, offering a practical layout with direct access to the garden.
Upstairs, the property offers a spacious double bedroom to the front, a second bedroom to the rear with fitted storage, and a three-piece bathroom suite.
Externally, the property benefits from a generous rear garden with a mix of patio and lawn, along with a timber summer house.
Offered with no chain, this is a straightforward purchase with clear potential to add value through cosmetic improvement.
Council tax: B EPC: D tenure: Freehold Garage is Leased - Peppercorn ground rent property features and details: Two bedroom cottage-style terrace Two reception rooms Rear kitchen extension Original fireplace and character features Generous rear garden with summer house Communal rear access No onward chain Ideal first-time buy or investment property location: Milk Maids (0.1 miles) Hulton Arms (0.1 miles) Over Hulton Conservative Club (0.2 miles) Shell (0.2 miles) St Andrews Over Hulton C Of E Primary School (0.3 miles) harrisons - experience the difference book A viewing online / telephone / whatsapp flexible viewing appointments available open 6 days A week contact our branch for more details Entrance Lounge (4.00m x 3.66m) Accessed via a UPVC front door with a double glazed front window, this characterful reception room features carpeted flooring, a pendant light, and two wall light points.
A standout original chimney breast with open fireplace creates a focal point, complemented by a single panel radiator and wall-mounted digital thermostat.
Inner Hallway Provides access between the lounge and rear reception, with staircase centrally positioned rising to the first floor.
Second Reception Room (4.02m x 3.03m) A well-proportioned second living space featuring laminate wood-effect flooring, pendant lighting, and a double panel radiator.
There is useful under-stairs storage via a double cupboard, making the space practical for everyday living.
Kitchen (3.28m x 3.04m) Positioned within the rear extension, the kitchen is fitted with a range of handleless high-gloss cream wall and base units with laminate worktops.
Incorporates a freestanding cooker, composite black sink with chrome mixer tap, and tiled splashbacks.
Additional features include strip ceiling lighting, plumbing for a washing machine, space for a fridge/freezer, and wall-mounted combi boiler.
Double glazed window and UPVC door provide access to the rear garden. Landing (1.84m x 1.68m) With carpeted flooring and pendant light, giving access to all first floor accommodation.
Bedroom One (3.94m x 3.79m) A spacious double bedroom positioned to the front, featuring carpeted flooring, pendant lighting, single panel radiator, and a double glazed window with opening sections.
Bedroom Two (3.06m x 2.06m) A single bedroom to the rear, including carpeted flooring, fitted beech-effect storage cupboards, pendant light, single panel radiator, and double glazed window.
Bathroom (2.11m x 1.81m) Fitted with a three-piece white suite comprising bath with electric shower over and glass screen, WC, and wash hand basin.
Finished with partially tiled walls, vinyl flooring, ceiling spotlights, extractor fan, and frosted double glazed window to the rear.
External Rear Garden A generous and well-proportioned rear garden featuring a flagged patio area, lawn, and hedge boundaries.
A timber summer house is positioned to the rear, offering additional storage or outdoor use. The property also benefits from a communal access pathway to the rear, typical of cottage-style terraces.
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Please also note we shall require proof of funds before we instruct the sale, together with your instructed solicitors.
Agents Note Under the 1979 Estate Agents Act we are obliged to inform all potential purchasers if the owner of a property is related to an employee of Harrisons Lettings and Management Ltd.
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Important note to potential purchasers: We endeavour to make our particulars accurate and reliable, however, they do not constitute or form part of an offer or any contract and none is to be relied upon as statements of representation or fact.
The services, systems and appliances listed in this specification have not been tested by us and no guarantee as to their operating ability or efficiency is given.
All photographs and measurements have been taken as a guide only and are not precise. Floor plans where included are not to scale and accuracy is not guaranteed.
If you require clarification or further information on any points, please contact us, especially if you are travelling some distance to view.
Potential purchasers: Fixtures and fittings other than those mentioned are to be agreed with the seller.
Buyers information To conform with government Money Laundering Regulations 2019, we are required to confirm the identity of all prospective buyers.
We use the services of a third party, Credas, which Harrisons Lettings and Management Ltd will send your aml check.
There is a nominal charge of £30 including VAT for this (per person), payable direct to Harrisons Lettings and Management Ltd.
Please note, we are unable to issue a memorandum of sale until the checks are complete.
Referral fees We may refer you to recommended providers of ancillary services such as Conveyancing, Financial Services, Insurance and Surveying.
We may receive a commission payment fee or other benefit (known as a referral fee) for recommending their services. You are not under any obligation to use the services of the recommended provider.
The ancillary service provider may be an associated company of Harrisons Lettings and Management Ltd.
Harrisons Lettings and Management are members of the property ombudsman redress scheme (membership no. T09665). All clients money is protected with Clients Money Protection (cmp).
Harrisons Lettings and Management are members of ARLA PropertyMark (membership no. M00006602)
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