Ready-to-move-in after recent renovation and modern bathroom
Two double bedrooms, sitting room with wood-burning stove
Small overall size: 549 sq ft; compact rooms and plot
Freehold with very low council tax and fast broadband
Low-maintenance rear courtyard with two garden sheds
High local crime rate and very deprived area — consider risks
Solid brick walls likely uninsulated — potential energy upgrades
Good road and rail links; set away from main road noise
Light, neat and practical, this two-bedroom end terrace is a compact starter home or buy-to-let in Stoke-on-Trent. Recently renovated throughout, it offers ready-to-move-in accommodation with a modern ground-floor bathroom, UPVC double glazing and a fitted gas central heating system. A wood-burning stove in the sitting room adds character and a cosy focal point.
The rear courtyard is low-maintenance artificial turf with two garden sheds — easy to manage on a small plot. At 549 sq ft the property is modest in size but laid out traditionally with a sitting room, dining kitchen and two double bedrooms above. Freehold tenure and very cheap council tax reduce running costs for homeowners or landlords.
Location gives practical access to Stoke city centre, Leek and mainline rail, plus the A500/M6 links. Broadband speeds are fast and mobile signal average. However the area is classed as very deprived with high local crime rates; buyers should weigh local community factors and insurance costs. The house has solid brick walls likely lacking cavity insulation, which may present an energy-efficiency upgrade opportunity.
Overall this is a straightforward, low-upkeep property suited to a first-time buyer wanting a move-in-ready home or an investor seeking immediate rental potential. Its small size and urban setting limit outdoor space and privacy, but the combination of recent renovation and low holding costs gives clear entry-level value.
