Summary - 55, WICKENTREE LANE, MANCHESTER, FAILSWORTH M35 9AY
2 bed 1 bath End of Terrace
Modernised two-bed home with loft room near transport links.
Chain-free sale with 940-year lease remaining
Two double bedrooms plus large loft room/bedroom three
Newly renovated interior — move-in ready condition
Low-maintenance rear garden with artificial grass and shed
UPVC double glazing and gas central heating installed
Very low council tax and nominal £2 ground rent
Located near Hollinwood tram stop and M60 motorway
Area classed as very deprived; walls assumed without insulation
Step into a move-in ready home ideal for a first-time buyer. This recently renovated end-terrace offers two double bedrooms plus a spacious loft room that works well as a third bedroom or home office. The kitchen/diner and lounge are bright and contemporary, and the rear garden uses artificial grass for very low maintenance outdoor space.
Practical running costs are appealing: gas central heating, UPVC double glazing, very low council tax and a nominal ground rent. The lease has 940 years remaining. Transport links are close by, with Hollinwood tram stop and the M60 within easy reach, plus local shops and several Good-rated primary schools nearby.
Be aware of a few local and property-level realities. The wider area is classified as very deprived, which may affect local services and long-term resale in some markets. The house dates from the early 20th century and external walls are assumed to be uninsulated cavity — buyers seeking maximum energy efficiency may want to explore insulation improvements. Tenure is leasehold (940 years) with a £2 ground rent.
Overall this is a neat, modernised home that reduces immediate maintenance and is ready to occupy. It’s a practical and affordable stepping-stone into homeownership for buyers prioritising location, low upkeep, and contemporary finish.
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