One of Manchester city centre’s very few townhouses has gone up for rent – and unsurprisingly, this Georgian beauty is one of the most expensive in the city.
The four-storey house is one of only a handful of properties like this in the city centre, which is otherwise packed with apartments.
The historic townhouses along St John Street date all the way back to 1785, but have spent most of their lives as commercial spaces.
In fact, until they were restored back to residential buildings in recent years, these brick-fronted properties haven’t been used as houses since around 1850.
And although it’ll cost a pricey £10,000 per month to live here, you get a lot of house for your money.
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With three bedrooms, two reception rooms, two bathrooms and a roof terrace, across 1,700 sq ft of living space, you’ll have plenty of space.
Then there’s the location too – you’re right off Deansgate in the heart of the city centre, but also just a short walk from St John’s Gardens.
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The street of Georgian townhouses is the main reason for the creation of Manchester’s St John Street Conservation Area, so you know you’re not going to wake up with another skyscraper on your doorstep.
Listed as ‘one of the finest houses in Manchester’, the townhouse has undergone a stunning refurbishment to bring it up to scratch.
The basement has been restored to create extra living space, with an entertaining space complete with a bespoke bar, a TV room, a private terrace and a utility room.
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Then on the ground floor there’s a bespoke, contemporary kitchen which still has the building’s original fireplaces, and a bright and sunny lounge.
There are three double bedrooms, two of which have bespoke en suite bathrooms, and a private terrace from the top floor.
The restoration of the townhouse that’s for rent has had ‘no expense spared’, and includes materials like marble cloud tiling with underfloor heating.
One of the townhouses’s three bedroomsA bathroom inside the Georgian townhouse in ManchesterThe views from the roof terrace
The home’s £10,000 a month price tag (it’s currently listed with Reside Manchester) puts it near the top end of the city centre’s more luxury market, though it’s a way off being the most expensive currently on the market.
The most expensive rental property currently on the market remains Phil Neville’s penthouse apartment in Beetham Tower, currently listed at £18,000 a month.
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There’s also an incredible penthouse off St Mary’s Parsonage for £13,500.
And also sitting in the £10k price bracket is a three-bedroom penthouse in Renaker’s new The Blade building.
In a rapidly-growing city of new builds and skyscrapers, this Georgian townhouse is a rare chance to live somewhere with real Manchester history.
Andy Burnham launches £300k scheme to stop ‘unlawful’ illegal evictions in Manchester
Emily Sergeant
Andy Burnham has launched a £300,000 pilot scheme aimed at tackling “unlawful” illegal evictions in Manchester.
It’s just one part of Greater Manchester‘s first step towards protecting tenants in all types of rented accommodation, and empowering those who feel “trapped in substandard housing“.
Greater Manchester Combined Authority (GMCA) says it plans to “rewire the rental system” in our region, so that it “works for people, not against them”, and to support this, the Mayor announced last week that a £600,000 package of measures has now been set out to help tenants clamp down on rogue landlords.
The Good Landlord Charter is the first of its kind in the UK, will cover social and private rented sector housing, and will work with landlords who are willing to improve the standard of the properties they rent out.
It’s aiming to set out “clear, practical, and accessible” standards to drive up the quality of renting in Greater Manchester.
Today we set out how Greater Manchester will drive forward our mission to improve housing standards by:
🔍 Giving renters the right to request a Property Check 🚫 Tackling illegal evictions 🏚️ Claiming back housing benefit from rogue landlords
— Mayor of Greater Manchester (@MayorofGM) May 16, 2024
According to GMCA, recent data has shown that,’ throughout Greater Manchester, around 23% (56,000) of private rented homes, and just under 17% (82,000) of all rented homes, do not meet the legal Decent Homes Standard’.
But since many tenants feel unable to raise complaints for fear of eviction, it’s thought the true number of substandard rentals may be as high as 40%.
This is why the Mayor has announced two more new pilot projects that will come into effect over the next 12 months.
To support the Good Landlord Charter, £300,000 will be invested in the Renters (Reform) Bill and introduce a new duty on local authorities that’ll help them tackle unlawful evictions and harassment of tenants by setting up a new team of housing law experts who’ll “provide advocacy and support” to renters, and “strengthen enforcement capacity”.
Andy Burnham launches £300k scheme to stop ‘unlawful’ illegal evictions in Manchester / Credit: Rockpanel | GMCA
When the Renters (Reform) Bill is made law, it’ll become illegal for landlords to rent out homes that don’t meet the ‘Decent Homes Standard’, and because of this, £150,000 is also being made available to support a new pilot with Oldham Council that’ll explore how GMCA, the central Government, and local Councils can work together to claim back housing benefit from landlords who are letting out substandard homes.
“Everyone across our city-region deserves a good, safe, and secure home,” declared Mayor Andy Burnham as he launched the pilot schemes last week.
“It should be the starting point for a good life. It should not damage your health or be a source of concern and anxiety, but sadly, too many people in Greater Manchester still find themselves in those situations, and are trapped in poorly maintained properties and in fear of unlawful eviction.
“But the days of bad landlords renting out unsafe and unfit homes are coming to an end.
“This new right to a property check for all residents, backed up with new measures to protect renters and take action against rogue landlords, will empower people across Greater Manchester and put us on course to become the UK’s only Housing First city-region.”
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10 hot properties for sale in Greater Manchester | May 2024
Emily Sergeant
Every month, we show you some of the hottest properties currently on the market in Greater Manchester.
It’s safe to say that Mancunians love a good nosey around other peoples’ houses, and after all, Greater Manchester is a brilliant place to live.
But what can your money currently get you in the area?
In our monthly Hot Property series, we scour the internet to find 10 more of the most diverse, jaw-dropping, accessible, and beautifully-presented homes currently on the market in Greater Manchester for you to take a look at.
Forming part of a private gated development in Bromley Cross – which is one of Bolton’s most highly-sought-after residential areas, and enjoys convenient links to a wide range of amenities, good schools, and transport links across Greater Manchester – is this four-bedroom townhouse that’s presented to the highest of standards throughout.
Built in 2004, but having undergone a full refurbishment by the current owners back in 2018, the property is now immaculately presented with accommodations arranged over three floors.
Internally, some of the property’s stand-out features include the modern fitted kitchen, four spacious bedrooms, and the loft conversion, while externally, it boasts a South-facing rear garden and convenient allocated off-road parking facilities.
Dunscar Grange / Credit: WeLocate
The property is currently on the market with the Bury-based branch of local estate agents WeLocate for £325,000.
Jersey Street, Ancoats, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M4
Reside
Murrays’ Mills / Credit: Reside
Duplex Apartment | x3 Bedrooms | x2 Bathrooms
Situated within one of Manchester’s most historic and award-winning developments in the heart of Ancoats, with exceptionally convenient links all of the restaurants, cafes, shops, and public transport options the city centre has to offer, is this exceptional three-bedroom duplex apartment in the prestigious Murrays’ Mills.
Murrays’ Mills hails from the industrial revolution era, but the entire complex has been restored to return the mill to its former glory, and estate agents say it now delivers “cutting-edge standards of new build development”.
This duplex apartment features an impressive open-plan living and kitchen area, and three generous double bedrooms.
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Externally, secure allocated parking is also included with the property.
Murrays’ Mills / Credit: Reside
The property is currently on the market with the Manchester city centre-based property company Reside for £825,000.
Nestled in a tranquil location, and conveniently-positioned near to countless local amenities, schooling options, and transport links across Greater Manchester and beyond, is this stunning two-bedroom detached bungalow that occupies a prime position on a popular road in the sought-after Salford suburb of Worsley.
Estate agents say the property offers a “serene retreat” for those seeking a place to call home.
Having been modernised to a high standard throughout by the current owners, some of the property’s stand-out accommodation features include spacious reception rooms, a fully-fitted kitchen, and a converted loft room.
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Externally, there’s lawned gardens to the front and the rear of the property, as well as a garage and off-road driveway parking for several vehicles.
Parsonage Road / Credit: Irlam Estates
The property is currently on the market with Irlam-based independent estate agents Irlam Estates for a Guide Price of £425,000.
In the market for a family home that’s been finished to an impeccable standard with attention to detail throughout?
This stunning semi in Swinley could be just what you’re looking for
Situated on a popular road in one of Wigan’s most sought-after residential areas, thanks to being a within walking distance of the town centre, good local schools, public transport links, and even Mesnes Park all at the same time, this three-bedroom property has been skilfully-extended and renovated by the current owners to offer a flowing floor plan with “quality touches at every turn”, making it ready for growing families of all sizes to move straight in to.
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On top of the light and spacious living spaces, the property also boasts a private garden to the rear, as well as a detached garage and off-road driveway parking.
Holme Avenue / Credit: Tracy Phillips Estates
The property is currently on the market with Standish-based independent estate agents Tracy Phillips Estates for £280,000.
Occupying a prime corner plot on an attractive street within the highly-sought-after Bury neighbourhood of Holcombe Brook is this stunning three-bedroom detached property that provides an abundance of space for families of all sizes.
Dating back to the 1930s, the property is now immaculately-presented from the moment you walk through the doors, thanks to having undergone several renovations by the current owners to combine both modern living with character and charm.
As well as being conveniently-close to the nearby historic market town of Ramsbottom, and just a short distance from a wealth of amenities, good local schools, and transport links across Greater Manchester, the property also boasts well-maintained lawned gardens to both the front and the rear, and driveway parking for several vehicles – with opportunity to extend.
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Everything this property has to offer is best appreciated when viewed for yourself.
Mayfield Road / Credit: Wainwrights
The property is currently on the market with the Bury-based independent estate agents Wainwrights for £485,000.
Fancy living on one of Greater Manchester’s most-recognisable rows of houses?
It’s not an opportunity that comes around very often, but a four-bedroom property on Altrincham’s historic The Downs is currently now on the market, and not only is it enviably close to all the amenities, excellent local schools, and convenient transport links that the affluent Trafford town is known and loved for, but it’s also presented to the highest of standards throughout, meaning it’s ready to move straight into the second the keys are yours.
Estate agents say this Georgian townhouse is “deceptively spacious”, as behind the front door of the unassuming terrace lies an abundance of flexible living space that’s retained its character and charm, while still being suitable for modern life.
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Externally, the property has a courtyard garden to the rear, and also comes with permit parking.
The Downs / Credit: Watersons
The property is currently on the market with the Hale-based branch of local independent estate agents Watersons for £1.1 million.
Blackstone Edge Old Road, Littleborough, Rochdale, Greater Manchester, OL15
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Andrew Kelly Estate Agents
Lydgate Green Cottage / Credit: Andrew Kelly Estate Agents
Detached Cottage | x4 Bedrooms | x2 Bathrooms
Lydgate Green Cottage could be just the slice of semi-rural living you’re looking for.
Located in the ever-popular Rochdale town of Littleborough, and managing to be nestled within picturesque surrounding countryside, while still being a stone’s throw from all the amenities, school that prospective buyers could need, estate agents say this four-bedroom detached stone cottage “oozes an abundance of charm”.
Although the property has been sympathetically-modernised by the current owners throughout, several original features still remain – including exposed beams, and roaring real-wood fireplaces.
Externally, the property boasts rear gardens and fields, driveway parking for around three vehicles, and even a two-floored detached garage which has planning permission to be turned into a separate annexe in the future.
Lydgate Green Cottage / Credit: Andrew Kelly Estate Agents
The property is currently on the market with Littleborough-based independent estate agents Andrew Kelly for £995,000 (Offers in Excess of).
Mottram in Longendale, Hyde, Tameside, Greater Manchester, SK14
Gascoigne Halman
Hall Drive / Credit: Gascoigne Halman
Detached | x5 Bedrooms | x2 Bathrooms
Situated on a popular residential road in the picturesque Hyde village of Mottram-in-Longendale is this five-bedroom detached family home that’s being conveniently offered to the market with no onward chain, and is ready to move straight into thanks to having been lovingly-modernised over time by the current owners.
Extended on several occasions, the property is now immaculately presented throughout, and boasts light and spacious accommodations that lend themselves perfectly to flexible family life.
Externally, the property benefits from picturesque views over the adjoining countryside from the rear gardens, as well as easy-to-maintain lawned areas, an integral garage, and off-road driveway parking for several vehicles to the front.
Hall Drive / Credit: Gascoigne Halman
The property is currently on the market with Glossop branch of local independent estate agents Gascoigne Halman for a Guide Price of £795,000.
Lydate House an exceptional seven-bedroom detached home in the affluent rural Oldham village of Saddleworth.
Despite being set within half an acre of expansive grounds and boasting unparalleled countryside views from all directions, the immaculately-presented property is still just a short distance from loads of local amenities, good schooling options, and transport links across Greater Manchester and beyond, which makes it an ideal property for growing families of all sizes.
As well as the main house boasting three spacious reception rooms, a stunning bespoke fitted kitchen, and five double bedrooms, the property also comes with a separate detached ‘Clock Cottage’ holiday let that currently brings in £27,000 a year in income.
Lydgate House / Credit: Fine & Country
The property is currently on the market with the Ribble Valley-based branch of national estate agency label Fine & Country for £1.6 million.
Church Road, Mellor, Stockport, Greater Manchester, SK6
Julian Wadden
Lower Hall / Credit: Julian Wadden
Detached | x6 Bedrooms | x4 Bathrooms
Lower Hall is by far one of the most impressive properties currently on the market in Greater Manchester, and it could be yours if you’ve got £1.6 million to spend.
Located in Mellor – which is one of Stockport’s most affluent and sought-after neighbourhoods that’s known for combining the best of rural living, while still being conveniently close to a wide range of amenities, excellent local schools, and transport links across Greater Manchester and beyond – the six-bedroom home is nothing short of an “exquisite landmark residence”, according to estate agents, and has so much to offer prospective buyers.
Tucked away behind the gates of a private sweeping driveway and nestled within expansive grounds, Lower Hall boasts generously-proportioned living spaces that are both brimming with character and charm, while still being adaptable for modern life at the same time.
The property also comes with a separate self-contained annexe to the rear, which boasts its own living spaces, modern fitted kitchen, and a spacious double bedroom.
This is one that truly just has to be viewed to be fully appreciated.
Lower Hall / Credit: Julian Wadden
The property is currently on the market with the Marple branch of local estate agency chain Julian Wadden for a Guide Price of £1.6 million.