After an affordable house in the Liverpool area? You're in luck. This city is one of the cheapest places to buy a house in the North West, proving a city lifestyle and budget-friendly house prices can go hand-in-hand.
We've dived into our latest data to pinpoint the 5 cheapest places to buy a home in and around Liverpool, revealing not just the house prices, but also what makes each of these areas a good place to live.
Rank | Area name | Average house price | Annual house price change (%) |
1 | Knowsley | £161,000 | 2.7% |
2 | Liverpool | £161,000 | 2.6% |
3 | Halton | £1678,000 | 3.1% |
4 | St. Helens | £171,000 | 3.2% |
5 | Sefton | £196,00 | 2.4% |
1. Knowsley: Average house price £161,000
3-bed house for sale in Knowsley: £190,000
The cheapest house prices in Liverpool can be found in Knowsley, a large village on the north-east side of the city.
This area has a decidedly modest history, but low house prices are starting to attract a new generation. Knowsley is undergoing regeneration, with new-build developments and infrastructure work in places like Kirkby and Huyton.
With new transport links, green spaces and several up-and-coming areas, Knowsley is gaining appeal among families and first-time buyers focused on value.
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2. City of Liverpool: Average house price £161,000
3-bed house for sale in Bootle, Liverpool: offers over £110,000
The City of Liverpool itself offers low house prices with the ultimate urban lifestyle, combining rich heritage with ongoing regeneration and a proud local community.
With an annual 2.6% rise in house prices, home buyers are cottoning on to the value here relative to other parts of the region. The local housing market is steady yet resilient, making it a good option for first-time buyers and families seeking stability and growth.
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3. Halton: Average house price £168,000
3-bed semi-detached house for sale, Widnes, Halton: £324,995
Halton is the third cheapest place to buy a house close to Liverpool, with the towns of Runcorn and Widnes particularly attractive to home buyers.
The area’s unique twin-town setup and exceptional motorway connectivity make it a powerful logistics and industrial hub with significant infrastructure investment, driving its property appeal.
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4. St Helens: Average house price £171,000
3-bed house for sale in St Helens: £165,000
St Helens comes in next on our list of cheap places to buy a house near Liverpool. This growing town is becoming a sought-after location for commuters and families alike, shown in its high 3.2% annual rise in house prices.
With big investment in the town centre as well as top schools, peaceful neighbourhoods and excellent transport links, there’s way more to St Helens than just low property prices.
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Sefton: Average house price £196,000
3-bed semi-detached house for sale in Southport: offers over £350,000
Seeing a 2.4% annual increase in house prices, Sefton and its attractive coastal towns like Southport offer a mix of seaside charm and established communities. It provides good access to Liverpool, perfect for those seeking a coastal or more suburban lifestyle at a competitive price.
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