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£265,000

3 bed semi-detached house for sale
Highfield Road, Blackrod, Bolton BL6

    • 3 beds

    • 1 bath

    • 1 reception

  • Leasehold

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About this property

  • Fully modernised family home in a sought-after commuter location

  • Programme of modernisation, including a full rewire, a contemporary bathroom and a stylish white gloss kitchen

  • Generous and well-proportioned accommodation throughout

  • Large entrance hallway with excellent storage

  • Private rear garden, not overlooked

  • Driveway parking and detached garage with power

  • Within walking distance of train station (approx. 0.5 mile)

  • Close to Blackrod Primary School and local amenities

  • Easy access to motorway network

  • Potential to extend (subject to necessary consents)

Situated within a popular residential area of the Manchester commuter belt, this attractive home has been thoughtfully updated and well maintained by the current owner since 2013.

The property has undergone a comprehensive programme of modernisation, including a full rewire, re-plastering where required, a contemporary bathroom and a stylish white gloss kitchen.

Internally, the property offers well-balanced accommodation, with a spacious entrance hallway providing useful storage, and generously sized bedrooms—bedroom three being notably larger than typically expected for homes of this style.

To the rear, the property benefits from an excellent level of privacy, with a good-sized garden that is not overlooked, ideal for both families and entertaining. To the front, there is a private driveway leading to a detached garage with power supply.

Conveniently located, the home is within close proximity to local shops and services, highly regarded schools, and is approximately half a mile from the nearest train station, making it ideal for commuters. The motorway network is also easily accessible.

Homes of this style and condition are consistently popular, and early viewing is strongly recommended.

The seller informs us that the property is Leasehold for a term of 999 years (less 1 day) from 5 January 1960 subject to the payment of a yearly Ground Rent of £7

Council Tax Band C - £2,163.10

Blackrod is a sought-after semi-rural village offering a perfect balance of countryside living and commuter convenience. Surrounded by open green space and close to Rivington and the West Pennine Moors, the area is popular with families and professionals alike. Residents benefit from excellent transport links via the M61 and Blackrod train station, with easy access to Bolton, Manchester and Preston, alongside a range of nearby shops, schools and leisure facilities.

Porch

7' 11" (max) x 2' 3" (max) (2.41m x 0.69m) Tiled finish to the floor. Glass panelled door with stained and leaded side screens.

Hallway

8' 5" x 8' 8" (max) (2.57m x 2.64m) Stairs to first floor landing. Gas central heating boiler concealed within a storage cupboard in the hallway.

Lounge/Dining Room

11' 6" (3.51m) fully width to the front narrowing to 8' 11 (2.72m) x 23' 3" (7.09m). Measurements are from the front squared bay to the rear elevation wall. Distinct lounge area. Contemporary fireplace. Window to the front looking over the front garden. Distinct dining area. Rear window to the garden with a good private aspect. Access into the kitchen.

Kitchen

9' 11" x 7' 9" (3.02m x 2.36m) With a good sized understairs pantry/store with shelving. Wall and base units in a white gloss. Integral microwave, oven, hob and extractor, combined washer dryer, slimline dishwasher, fridge and freezer. Rear window to the garden with a good private aspect. Glass panelled rear door.

Landing

Window to the rear with a view of The Pike.

Bedroom 1

10' 11" x 11' 4" (to the depth of the wardrobes) (3.33m x 3.45m) 10' 11" x 0' 0" (3.33m x 0.00m) Front double. Window to the front. Panelling details. Mirror fronted fitted wardrobes with shelving and hanging space.

Bedroom 2

9' 0" x 10' 7" (2.74m x 3.23m) Rear double. Rear window to the garden with views towards the hills.

Bedroom 3

8' 5" (max) x 11' 0" (max) (2.57m x 3.35m) Window to the front, looking to the front garden. Distant views over the rooftops towards some of the hills.

Bathroom

8' 2" x 5' 1" (2.49m x 1.55m) Rear window. Bath with shower from mains over waterfall tap. Hand basin in vanity unit with waterfall tap. WC in concealed cistern. Tiled splashback. Large fitted feature mirror. Tilted floor. Tiled heater radiator.

Rear Garden

Lower patio. Raised lawn. Flagged patio to the rear.

Detached Garage

19' 10" x 8' 1" (6.05m x 2.46m) Up and over door. Rear entrance door. Concrete section. Power and light.

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  • Tenure

    Leasehold (933 years)

  • Service charge

  • Council tax band

    C

  • Ground rent

    £7

  • Ground rent date of next review

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