Since the start of 2021, we’ve been showing you some of the hottest properties that are currently on the market in Greater Manchester.
And you all seem to love them.
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 – you don’t have to tell us twice.
The region is global powerhouse that’s instantly-recognisable for its architecture, culture, musical exports, media links, scientific and engineering output, social impact, sports clubs and transport connections, and with a growing population of more than 2.8 million people, Greater Manchester has seen considerable investment and regeneration in the last two decades too.
And when it comes to property types in the region, you really couldn’t get more diverse.
The traditional terraced streets make up the fabric of many inner city and borough town areas, while the wide range of leafy suburbs is where you’ll find some of the more sought-after and pricier family homes.
But what can your money currently get you in the area?
Our Hottest Property series continues this month, so we’ve scoured 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.
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Church Street
Littleborough, Rochdale, Greater Manchester, OL15
Hunters
Hunters
End Terrace | x3 Bedrooms | x1 Bathroom
Located in the heart of the much-sought-after Littleborough village within walking distance of a wide range of local shops, schools, and a train station providing direct access to both Manchester and Leeds city centres, this three-bedroom end of terrace is tastefully decorated and offers deceptively-spacious accommodation throughout.
Externally, the property boasts gardens to both front and rear, and a private off road parking space to the rear.
Viewings are highly recommended to appreciate this spacious property on offer.
Hunters
The property is currently on the market with the Littleborough branch of estate agency chain Hunters for £189,950.
This stunning two double bedroom apartment – which is located in the prestigious semi-rural Rhyddings development, is within easy access to a range of local amenities, and enjoys panoramic views of Manchester – boasts tastefully-modernised and spacious accommodations throughout.
The apartment building is accessed through a gated entrance, which leads to allocated parking and garage with an electric door and a secure store room.
There is also ample visitor parking spaces too.
Miller Metcalfe
The property is currently on the market with the Bury branch of local estate agency chain Miller Metcalfe for £295,000.
Situated close to Chadderton Park, a range of local amenities, transport links, and several well-regarded schools, this deceptively-spacious and much larger than average, two bedroom mid-terraced property is full of character, charm and original features, but has been modernised throughout, making it the perfect home for first time buyers and young families.
Externally, there is a low maintenance, west facing patio garden to the rear which benefits from the afternoon sun.
Viewing is highly-recommended.
Ryder & Dutton
The property is currently on the market with the Oldham branch of estate agents Ryder & Dutton for £190,000.
Situated in a quiet cul-de-sac position in a convenient and popular area of Swinton, with a wealth of local amenities right on its doorstep, this outstanding and fully-renovated four bedroom detached home has been stripped to the brick, extended and re structured over the past three years to ooze style and charm.
There is a sleek and neutral colour palette throughout the property, teamed with quality fixtures and fittings, spacious rooms and an exceptional open plan kitchen diner and living space.
Externally, there’s a driveway for multiple cars to the front and an enclosed garden at the rear with astro turf and stone paved patio areas.
Keenans Estate Agents
The property is currently on the market with the Swinton branch of local estate agency chain Keenans for £395,000 (Offers Over).
Situated on the highly-desirable Boothdale Drive estate in Audenshaw, this two-bedroom top floor apartment is ideally-located with picturesque surrounding views and a wealth of excellent local amenities and transport links into Manchester city centre, making it perfect for first time buyers, investors and downsizers alike.
Externally, there is allocated off-road parking and communal grounds.
Bridgfords
The property is currently on the market with the Denton branch of nationwide estate agency chain Bridgfords for £130,000 (Offers Over).
Situated on a popular new-build estate and within easy reach of the extensive range of local amenities and excellent transport links that Westhougton is known and loved for throughout the community, this four bedroom semi-detached property is immaculately-presented throughout and boasts spacious and flexible accommodations throughout, making it the perfect home for all sizes of growing family.
Externally, the property also benefits from garden areas to the front and rear, as well as off road parking for two vehicles.
Entwistle Green
The property is currently on the market with the Westhoughton branch of estate agency chain Entwistle Green for £245,000 (Offers in Excess Of).
Properties like this don’t come to the market very often.
Set behind electric gates and at the end of a prestigious private drive in the ever-popular Wigan village of Standish – which boasts a range of amenities including some great pubs, restaurants, a range of shops, and excellent local schools and transport links – this impressive, seven-bedroom detached family home has been finished to the highest of standards throughout, with attention to detail being a key focus to the current owner.
Internally, the property boasts spacious accommodations throughout, and externally, there’s a paved driveway which leads through landscaped gardens to an integral double garage.
Regan & Hallworth
The property is currently on the market with the Wigan branch of estate agency chain Regan & Hallworth for £700,000 (Offers in Excess Of).
Tucked away in an ideal location off the main road, but still within reaching distance of a wealth of local shops, cafes, bars, restaurants, well-regarded schools and convenient transport links, this beautifully-presented period, three bedroom semi-detached property boats a desirable combination of restored original features, modern fittings and tasteful decor throughout.
There is also excellent development / conversion potential in the cellars.
Externally to the property, there are attractive garden areas to the front and rear, with the rear benefitting from two patio areas and a lawn.
Purplebricks
The property is currently on the market with leading national estate agents Purplebricks for £300,000.
With tastefully-modernised accommodations arranged over five split level floors, this four bedroom semi-detached family home – which is located within the beautifully-landscaped surroundings of the prestigious Grade II listed St James Park development in the highly-sought-after area of Didsbury – boasts high-specification fixtures and fittings throughout, as well as a standout landscaped garden and garden room.
Externally, there is a driveway providing off road parking for three vehicles, access to the integral garage via a remote operated door, and secure private access to the side of the property.
Viewing is highly recommended to truly appreciate all that’s on offer.
Philip James Kennedy
The property is currently on the market with the Didsbury branch of local estate agency chain Philip James Kennedy for £1.1 million (Offers in the Region Of).
Park Road, Hale, Trafford, Greater Manchester, WA15
Gascoigne Halman
Gascoigne Halman
Detached | x6 Bedrooms | x3 Bathrooms
Immaculately-presented and arranged over four floors, Foxwood is a stunning example of a detached, period property in a highly-desirable residential location close to the village of Hale and its excellent range of amenities, prestigious local schools and convenient transport links.
As well as spacious accommodations throughout, the property also boats numerous cellar chambers ideal for further conversion, subject to the necessary planning consents.
Externally, the property is set within beautifully-manicured westerly facing, lawned gardens, and benefits from a carriage driveway with gated entrances providing off road parking, and a detached four car garage.
This is another one that has to be viewed to be fully appreciated.
Gascoigne Halman
The property is currently on the market with the Hale branch of local estate agency chain Gascoigne Halman for £1,895,000.
Featured Image – Entwistle Green / Gascoigne Halman
Property
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 -
7th May 2021 
