Summary - 68 CROWN LANE HORWICH BOLTON BL6 7QN
2 bed 1 bath Terraced
Stylish, move-in-ready home with character and excellent transport links.
Two double bedrooms with potential to convert to three upstairs
Victorian features: bay windows, high ceilings, large rooms
Full re-wire and damp proof course completed in 2019
Windows and doors replaced 2022; front windows soundproofed
Privately enclosed rear yard; front views to Rivington Pike
Leasehold with very long lease; nominal ground rent (£4)
EPC rated D; cavity walls assumed to have no insulation
Wider area classified as deprived — may affect resale prospects
This recently refurbished Victorian terraced home presents a move-in-ready option for a first-time buyer seeking character with modern comforts. The property retains period features such as high ceilings and bay windows while offering a contemporary kitchen and a stylish four-piece bathroom. Two double bedrooms upstairs provide comfortable space, and the layout could be reconfigured to create a third bedroom, as neighbouring houses have done.
Practical upgrades reduce immediate maintenance costs: a full re-wire and new damp proof course were completed in 2019, and windows and doors were replaced in 2022 (front windows include additional soundproofing). The front and rear chimneys have been re-pointed and flashing replaced. A privately enclosed rear yard gives a low-maintenance outdoor area, and the front elevation overlooks Bobs Brew playing fields with views to Rivington Pike.
Location is a strong selling point: the house is within walking distance of Horwich centre amenities, local pubs and restaurants, and Blackrod train station. Commuting is straightforward with the M61 under ten minutes’ drive. Nearby green space and the West Pennine Moors offer easy access to countryside walks and recreation.
Buyers should note a few material realities: the property is leasehold (very long lease remaining) with a nominal ground rent, the EPC is rated D, and the original cavity walls are assumed to have no insulation. The wider area is classified as deprived, which may affect future resale; council tax and running costs are described as cheap. Overall, this is a practical, characterful starter home with sensible recent investment and modest further potential for value uplift.
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