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.
The Old Vicarage is nestled in the sought-after area of Wardle village.
Built in 1867, this four-double bedroom family home offers both space and period character in abundance, and despite being in a picturesque semi-rural location, it also provides easy access a wide range of local amenities, as well as good-rated primary and secondary schools, and convenient transport links all across Greater Manchester and beyond.
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If all the tastefully-presented and flexible living spaces within the home weren’t impressive enough as it is, the property also sits within an acre of land, and the countryside is there to be enjoyed within a moments walk.
The Old Vicarage / Credit: Hunters
The property is currently on the market with the Littleborough branch of estate agency chain Hunters for £780,000 (Offers in Excess of).
Dewhurst Clough Road / Credit: William Thomas Estate Agency
Detached Bungalow | x2 Bedrooms | x1 Bathroom
This stunning two-bedroom true bungalow in the heart of the highly-desirable Bolton village of Egerton not only has a wealth of amenities, good local schooling options, and several convenient transport links right on the doorstep, but it’s also been generously extended and is finished to an immaculate standard, meaning it’s ready to move straight in to.
The current owners have renovated the property throughout, and in doing this, have managed to double the size of the kitchen size to create a fantastic flexible living space, and have also added the addition of a spacious utility room too.
Externally, the property benefits from garden areas to both the front and rear, and there’s also plenty of off-road driveway parking too.
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Dewhurst Clough Road / Credit: William Thomas Estate Agency
The property is currently on the market with Bolton-based independent estate agents William Thomas for £350,000.
Presented to the market in an absolutely immaculate condition, and having been tastefully-renovated and modernised throughout, this three-bedroom end terraced property is located in the popular Wigan residential area of Swinley, and comes with a wide range of easily-accessed local amenities, schooling options, and transport links across Greater Manchester to its name.
As well as boasting flexible living spaces throughout, the property also benefits from garden areas to both the front and the rear that are easy to maintain.
Estate agents say internal viewing is “essential” to truly appreciate everything this growing family home has to offer.
Swinley Lane / Credit: Purplebricks
The property is currently on the market with leading online estate agents Purplebricks for £230,000.
New Little Mill may have been built all the way back in 1802 on the corner of Bengal Street and Jersey Street in the heart of Ancoats, but it’s now home to the most stunning collection of 68 residential apartments developed and completed in 2020, and they truly boast everything you could want from modern living.
As well being nearby to all the amenities on offer in Manchester city centre, and within walking distance of transport links across the North West region, this two-bedroom apartment’s living spaces throughout are light, open-plan, spacious, and flexible for all needs.
The property also benefits from a number of communal spaces for residents, and has secure allocated parking for one vehicle too.
New Little Mill / Credit: Henry Wiltshire
The property is currently on the market with Manchester city centre-based estate agents Henry Wiltshire for £415,000 (Offers Over).
The picturesque, tree-lined King’s Drive is one of the most sought-after and prestigious streets in Stockport’s famous ‘Heatons’, thanks to its close proximity to a wide range of amenities, schooling options, and convenient transport links across Greater Manchester, and this five-bedroom Victorian semi-detached family home sits at the heart of it.
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Boasting immaculately-presented living spaces that have been modernised throughout, while still managing to retain character and charm, the property is an ideal buy for growing families of all sizes, and is ready to move straight in to.
Well-maintained shrubbery areas and gardens can be found to the front and rear of the home, while there’s also a shared driveway offering off-road parking for two cars
Kings Drive / Credit: Julian Wadden
The property is currently on the market with the Heaton Moor branch of local estate agency chain Julian Wadden for a guide price of £1.1 million.
The Old Vicarage / Credit: On The Move Property Boutique
Detached | x4 Bedrooms | x4 Bathrooms
Another property called ‘The Old Vicarage’? You’re spoilt for choice with this list.
This time round, The Old Vicarage is an absolutely jaw-dropping four-bedroom detached family home in the highly-sought-after Hyde village of Godley, with both the convenience of a wealth of local amenities, good schools, and transport links nearby, as well as easy access to the picturesque countryside right on the doorstep too.
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Thanks to having been tastefully-modernised throughout, the property is now home to so much flexible living space for all needs – with the open-plan kitchen diner and family living hub undoubtadly at the heart of the home.
Externally, the house is sat within well-maintained private grounds, and benefits from off-road parking, as well as several heated outbuildings and potential for an annex rennovation.
The Old Vicarage / Credit: On The Move Property Boutique
The property is currently on the market with Hyde-based independent estate agents On The Move Property Boutique for £750,000.
Having been completely redesigned by one of Greater Manchester’s most-reputable local builders, who are renowned for their exceptional finishes, this stunning four-bedroom end terraced property is set within the heart of the popular Bury market town of Ramsbottom, and boats flexible living spaces set over floor floors that have truly been finished to the highest of standards.
The living space extends from an incredible converted basement, to two floors of immaculate reception rooms, luxurious bedrooms and bathroom, and ends on the top floor with a master suite.
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Externally, there’s a raised terrace and garden, and private off-road parking for several vehicles.
Bolton Road West / Credit: Burton James
The property is currently on the market with Bury-based independent estate agents Burton James for £500,000 (Offers in Excess Of).
Hale Barns, Altrincham, Trafford, Greater Manchester, WA15
Jackson-Stops
Carrwood / Credit: Jackson-Stops
Detached | x5 Bedrooms | x3 Bathrooms
Looking for a home that’s perfect for growing families of all sizes, and is ready to move straight in to? This could be just what you’re looking for.
Hale Barns is one of Greater Manchester’s most prestigious and highly-desirable residential areas, thanks to the wealth of local amenities, excellent schooling options, and convenient transport links across the region that it provides for residents – and this home is right at the heart of it.
This five-bedroom detached property is sat within a half-acre of well-maintained land, and is being offered to the market in an immaculate condition throughout, thanks to the careful renovations by the current owners over the years, and it also comes with an abundance of flexible modern living space to place with.
Carrwood / Credit: Jackson-Stops
The property is currently on the market with Hale based independent estate agents Jackson-Stops for a guide price of £1.95 million.
Ellesmere Park, Monton, Salford, Greater Manchester, M30
Hills Residential
Sandwich Road / Credit: Hills Residential
Semi-Detached | x3 Bedrooms | x1 Bathroom
Are you after a ‘project’ home? Something you can really make it your own?
Well, this stunning three-bedroom semi set on one of the most prestigious roads in the highly-sought-after residential area of Ellesmere Park could be just what you’re looking for.
Being just a stroll away from all the amenities, good local schools, and transport links across Greater Manchester that Monton village offers, estate agents say this property “seamlessly combines the allure of period features and character”, while still offering unrivalled potential to put your own stamp on it to create a family home that’s perfect for modern life.
Sandwich Road / Credit: Hills Residential
The property is currently on the market with Eccles-based independent estate agents Hills for £600,000 (Offers in Excess Of).
Now, isn’t this one of the most impressive properties currently on the market in Greater Manchester? It’s certainly in the running for that title, as Ashcroft House is a stunning six-bedroom detached property found in the heart of one of Oldham’s most highly-sought-after residential communities, and has everything growing families could need right on the doorstep – from local amenities, to good schools, and picturesque countryside.
Some of the stand-out features of this £2.5 million property have to be the grand sweeping staircase, the bespoke kitchen finished with the highest-specification integrated appliances, and the well-maintained gardens all around.
Ashcroft House / Credit: Ryder & Dutton
The property is currently on the market with the Uppermill branch of local independent estate agency chain Ryder & Dutton for £2.5 million.
Five reasons to live at New Maker Yards, Salford’s stunning canalside neighbourhood
Daisy Jackson
With new apartment blocks springing up all over Greater Manchester, it’s rare to find one with community spirit built-in – but we’ve found just the place.
Just across the river from Manchester city centre, this canalside neighbourhood offers more than just its beautifully designed apartments and generous green spaces. New Maker Yards creates a community that values lifestyle, wellbeing and connection as much as the living spaces themselves.
That means free events for residents, plenty of communal spaces, a gorgeous setting, and so much more.
Here, you’ll find one-, two-, and three-bedroom homes available for rent, with pet-friendly pads, an on-site cafe, parking, and green spaces all available. It’s in a pretty enviable location, too.
Here are five reasons to make New Maker Yards your next home.
Community
At New Maker Yards, you’re not just renting an apartment, you’re joining a neighbourhood with real community spirit.
Large-scale free community events bring residents and locals together, like this summer’s Middlewood Locks Fest, which featured live music, food, rowing boats and a market right on the canals.
The recent Sofar Sounds event saw the community curl up on beanbags to enjoy a completely free gig from up-and-coming local artists.
Come winter, there’ll be a Christmas party, and all year round you’ll find monthly quiz nights, workshops, a book club, yoga, football, a run club, and pop-up events like sushi making and plant pot painting.
Location
Aviva Studios is a short walk from New Maker YardsNew Maker Yards is just outside Manchester city centre
Technically in Salford, but a stone’s throw away from Manchester city centre, New Maker Yards blends convenience with character. You can even see Aviva Studios from here.
Built around canals and just beside the River Irwell, it’s a gorgeous part of the city centre.
From your door, it’s just a four minute walk to the Regent Retail Park (hello, big Sainsburys and JD Gyms); seven-minutes to all the restaurants and cafes on Chapel Street; and less than 10 minutes from St John’s and onwards to Spinningfields.
You can also get your green space fix with a 15 minute walk to Castlefield, with Peel Park a little further on.
And with each apartment block designed around its own communal gardens, you’ll feel tucked away from the city centre, while still being amongst the action.
Communal spaces
Co-working hub at New Maker YardsCo-working hub at New Maker YardsA resident lounge
You’ll never get cabin fever at New Maker Yards, which has loads of communal spaces to enjoy.
Residents have access to The Lock, a co-working hub with window seats, booths and a huge co-working desk.
Residents can also access the Club Room, where you’ll find a mini library, a kitchen for hosting events, a huge TV and more.
Outside, landscaped gardens include flower beds, loungey garden furniture, ping pong tables and more for residents to enjoy.
Add in a 92 Degrees coffee shop and an on-site Co-op shop, and you have everything you need right on your doorstep.
Interiors
Inside a New Maker Yards apartmentA living space opening onto an outdoor terraceModern, fully equipped kitchensStylish living spaces
Apartments at New Maker Yards come with top-spec, state-of-the-art interiors, designed for modern living.
Each home has huge windows that flood with natural light, integrated kitchen appliances including a fridge, microwave and dishwasher, and loads of storage space.
Furniture packages mean you can move straight into a home kitted out with dressers, drawers, beds, sofas, mirrors, and more.
Many of the apartments also feature private outdoor space – balconies for the upper floors, and terraces opening onto the communal gardens for the ground floors.
They’re also pet friendly, so you can bring your four-legged friend with you.
Services and amenities
The Club RoomNew Maker Yards
You’ll have proper peace of mind at New Maker Yards, both for your own personal safety and the safety of your ASOS parcels.
There’s 24-hour on-site security, an on-site maintenance team, a parcel room and a friendly resident team in the welcome office, ready to help with whatever you need.
Storage pods, car parking and bike storage are all available too.
To find out more about New Makers Yard, head HERE.
The incredible plans to build floating walkways over Manchester’s waterways
Daisy Jackson
A major project that will deliver a 100-mile-plus network connecting Manchester’s parks, squares and waterways has been unveiled – and it includes impressive floating walkways.
The first steps for the CyanLines mega project have been unveiled today, including the first four routes which will link the likes of Mayfield Park, New Islington Marina, Castlefield Viaduct and Kampus.
The ambitious plans will also link lesser-known pocket parks, canal tow paths, and pedestrianised walkways, and will incorporate new planned outdoor spaces such as the Science Museum courtyard and the former Central Retail Park.
One particularly eye-catching proposal will be a new floating walkway across the middle of the River Irwell, complete with a canoe dock and storage area.
The plans will adapt to Manchester’s ever-expanding cityscape and will link up new and existing developments, providing green walking and cycling routes around town.
Manchester and Salford City Councils have already worked together and secured funding from the National Trust, Natural England, and the National Lottery Heritage Fund’s Nature Towns and Cities programme.
There are four CyanLines pilot routes – the first being a 5km ‘Irk Valley Explorer’ that will link Chethams Library and the Glade of Light memorial, Angel Meadows, the under-development City River Park, and the Barney’s Steps made famous by LS Lowry, ending with a view of the city skyline.
Then there’s the Mayfield, New Islington and Ancoats Loop, which will connect together Mayfield Park, the Ashton Canal, the Central Retail Park which is being transformed into a campus for the UK Government, New Islington Marina, Ancoats Green, and all the way down to leafy Kampus.
How the River Irwell could look with the CyanLines routes in placeHow the River Irwell looks currently
CL3, otherwise known as the ‘Walking the knowledge corridor’, incorporates significant landmarks like the Emmeline Pankhurst statue, our historic canal network, the Palace Theatre, Symphony Gardens, the universities, Manchester Museum, and Whitworth Art Gallery.
And the final of the four pilot routes is the CL4, focused around the almighty Castlefield Viaduct but also joining the Bridgewater Canal into Salford and the Irwell River Park, as well as the gardens around Chapel Street, Greengate Park, and the River Irwell itself.
Councillor Bev Craig, leader of Manchester City Council, said: “Manchester is on a mission to make our city greener, investing in new parks and green spaces including the likes of Mayfield, Ancoats Green and the Castlefield Viaduct, in addition to our work to celebrate and open up our rivers and canals. We are a city with exciting, and transformational plans for the future. .
“But there’s more that we can do together. CyanLines is a bold new initiative over the next decade to imagine and create over 100 miles of connected parks, green spaces and waterfronts.
“This is just the start of CyanLines and I urge residents, business owners, community groups and leaders to join us on this very exciting journey to truly transform our city.”
Tom Bloxham MBE CBE, CyanLines project co-founder and chair, Urban Splash and founding Chair Manchester International Festival (MIF) and Factory International said that the same ambition that grew MIF will be applied to CyanLines.
More before-and-after images of the CyanLines pilot plans
He said: “We want to bring the whole city along with us, to help us plan, fund and deliver CyanLines. No idea is too big, too ambitious, too audacious or too small or too straightforward.
“Everyone wants more green space. Everyone wants to be able to walk to the end of Castlefield Viaduct. Everyone wants to be healthier and happier.
“Imagine more species and drifts of plants and wildflowers and allotments in the city centre and being able to walk one or 100 miles of continuous paths linking all our amazing spaces. Together we can make it happen!”
Pete Swift, CyanLines project co-founder and CEO of Planit said: “The first four CyanLines provide so much more than walkable and wheelable connections linking the existing and planned excellent green and blue spaces across the city, to bring us all closer to nature and nature closer to us.
“The routes will be the starting point, or spring board, for a whole plethora of CyanLines projects which will bring new opportunities for nature to thrive and to be enjoyed.
“The ambition for CyanLines does not stop at Manchester and Salford city centres. It will ultimately link up all Greater Manchester’s boroughs to bring our citizens and communities closer to nature and help drive a greener, healthier, and inclusive future. From Dunham Massey in the south, to Northern Roots in Oldham; from Leigh via RHS Bridgewater, Media City on to the foot of the Pennines.”
Mike Innerdale, regional director North of England, National Trust said: “National Trust are firm supporters of CyanLines, not least because its core aim mirrors our own of ensuring more people have access to nature particularly in our towns and cities, and to bring nature to people’s doorsteps wherever they live.
“We recently announced we have secured the majority of the £3 million of funding for the Castlefield Viaduct which will allow us to bring Phase 2 of this iconic sky park project to life, enabling us to create a through route at the heart of the city. We look forward to working with the CyanLines team and other partners as both our projects advance, connecting Castlefield viaduct with the other wonderful spaces in Manchester and Salford city centres.”
Emily Sergeant -
12th January 2024 
