Summary - 3 RIPTON WALK MANCHESTER M9 8GG
3 bed 1 bath Terraced
Chain-free three-bed with gardens — ideal first home or buy-to-let near Manchester.
Freehold, chain-free three-bedroom mid-terrace
Front and rear gardens with useful outdoor storage shed
Approx 683 sq ft — modest but deceptively spacious layout
EPC C, mains gas boiler and double glazing
Council Tax Band A — very low running tax costs
Built 1967–75; cavity walls assumed uninsulated (improvement opportunity)
Small plot and single bathroom — space and modernization needs
Located ~4 miles to Manchester; area classed as very deprived
This three-bedroom mid-terraced house on Ripton Walk is a practical, chain-free option for a first-time buyer seeking close city access without central prices. Set about four miles north of Manchester city centre, the property offers front and rear gardens, useful outdoor storage and a living/dining layout that feels larger than its footprint suggests.
The home is freehold and energy-rated EPC C, with mains gas central heating and double glazing. Council Tax Band A keeps running costs low. Accommodation comprises hallway, a large lounge open to dining area, kitchen, three bedrooms and a single bathroom — a straightforward layout that suits a young family or couple needing extra room.
There are clear opportunities to personalise and improve the property. Built in the late 1960s/early 1970s with cavity walls (assumed uninsulated), buyers should budget for energy-efficiency upgrades if desired. The plot and overall floor area are modest (around 683 sq ft), so space-conscious storage and refurbishment will add long-term value. The local area is very deprived, which affects resale dynamics, but transport links, nearby schools and Heaton Park are practical local assets.
For investors, the property’s size, EPC rating and location close to amenities make it a viable buy-to-let option; for first-time buyers it offers low tax costs and simple access to Manchester. Be aware of the small plot, single bathroom and likely improvement work to modernise insulation and finishes.
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