Summary - 1 ELM ROAD BIRKENHEAD CH42 9NY
4 bed 2 bath Detached
Large rooms, private garden and garage in sought-after Prenton location.
Four large double bedrooms with two well-appointed bathrooms
Four reception rooms offering flexible family living and home working
Private landscaped rear garden with Indian sandstone patios and side access
Off-street parking for multiple cars plus a substantial garage
Large 2,474 sq ft footprint in a prime Prenton location, freehold tenure
Built 1930–1949 on solid brick walls; likely no cavity insulation (upgrade likely)
Double glazing fitted (install date unknown) and mains gas boiler with radiators
Council Tax Band E — above-average running costs for the area
This substantial 1930s detached family home on Elm Road offers generous living space across 2,474 sq ft, ideal for a growing or established family. Four large double bedrooms, two modern bathrooms and four versatile reception rooms give flexibility for home working, formal entertaining and everyday family life. The layout flows from character-filled front rooms through to a fitted kitchen and bright morning room that opens to a private, landscaped rear garden with Indian sandstone patios.Off-street parking for multiple cars and a spacious garage add practical family conveniences. The property has been well maintained and benefits from double glazing, mains gas central heating and solid brick construction that contributes to longevity and street presence.Practical points to note: the house was built in the 1930s and the external walls are assumed to be solid brick with no installed cavity insulation; the double glazing install date is not known. The property sits in Council Tax Band E (above-average costs) and, while well-presented, older houses like this can carry hidden maintenance demands (roof, services, and insulation upgrades).This home sits in a quiet, affluent Prenton location with low local crime, fast broadband and excellent mobile signal. Nearby good primary and secondary schools, plus local shops, leisure and transport links, make it a sensible family choice. Buyers seeking further energy efficiency or modernisation should budget for potential insulation and service updates.
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