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10 hot properties for sale in Greater Manchester | 8th-12th February

This week's list for Mancunians who love a nosey round other people's houses.

Emily Sergeant Emily Sergeant - 12th February 2021
Jennie Platt Estates & Lettings / Gascoigne Halman

Every week, we show you 10 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.

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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?

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Our Hottest Property series continues this week, 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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Barway Road

Chorlton, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M21

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JP & Brimelow

JP & Brimelow

Semi-Detached | x4 Bedrooms | x3 Bathrooms

This truly stunning and tastefully-extended traditional semi-detached property is offered with no onward vendor chain, is set over three floors, has four double bedrooms and three bathrooms, is located on a much sought-after, quiet, tree-lined road off Edge Lane, and has been described as “an unassuming tardis”.

The property is within walking distance of the excellent local schools and wide range of amenities, independent shops and restaurants that Chorlton is so popular for.

As well as boasting a natural stone driveway to the front, which provides off-road parking, the rear of the property has an enclosed lawned garden, which is enhanced by a detached garden room that provides a multipurpose space, perfectly suited as a studio or home office.

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The property’s location also ensures excellent transport links.

JP & Brimelow

The property is currently on the market with the Didsbury branch of independent estate agents JP & Brimelow for £610,000 (Offers in the Region Of).

You can find more on Rightmove here.

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Roof Gardens

Bentinck Street, Castlefield, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M15

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Purplebricks

Purplebricks

Town House | x3 Bedrooms | x2 Bathrooms

This immaculately-presented three-storey town house is enviably-located and highly-sought-after Roof Gardens development in Castlefield, which provides stylish living only a short walk from Manchester city centre, and is right in the heart of a beloved conservation area that is transforming into a city oasis with bars, restaurants and shops nearby.

The property has spacious accommodations throughout, with three double bedrooms, two living rooms, an open plan kitchen-diner, and a truly-magnificent outdoor roof space that is a great sun-trap throughout the day and is ideal for relaxing during the evening.

It also benefits from an integral garage, and is linked locally to rail and Metrolink stations too.

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Purplebricks

The property is currently on the market with leading national online estate agents Purplebricks for £450,000 (Offers in Excess Of).

You can find more on the Purplebricks website here.

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Willow Close

Bury, Greater Manchester, BL9

Purplebricks

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Purplebricks

Detached | x4 Bedrooms | x2 Bathrooms

This extremely well-presented four / five double bedroom family home is set in highly-sought-after, popular residential development in a quiet cul-de-sac in Bury – located close to excellent public transport links into the city centre – has been completely modernised throughout, and even benefits from a recently-renovated extension too.

The stand-out living space in the home is undoubtedly the open-plan living and dining accommodations, that lead to the large, extended orangery.

There is also a private rear garden, and driveway for parking up to three cars.

Purplebricks

The property is currently on the market with leading national online estate agents Purplebricks for £450,000.

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You can find more on the Purplebricks website here.

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Dane Hill Close

Disley, Stockport, Greater Manchester, SK12

Purplebricks

Purplebricks

Detached | x4 Bedrooms | x3 Bathrooms

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This recently-constructed, stunning detached family home is set within a quiet cul-de-sac location.

Planned with a scrupulous eye for detail, this property has been completed to an exceptionally high specification, with innovative design, quality fixtures and fittings throughout, and offering a wealth of benefits, including a contemporary designed living / kitchen with rear garden access via bi-folding doors.

This ultra-modern home also boasts a unique master bedroom roof terrace.

Externally, there is a driveway providing off-road parking at the front of the property, and to the rear, there is a modern garden patio and lawn area with artificial grass, as well as the property also being located within a close proximity of various local amenities in Disley village and the popular beauty spot of the National Trust’s, Lyme Park.

Purplebricks

The property is currently on the market with leading national online estate agents Purplebricks for £500,000 (Offers in Excess Of).

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You can find more on the Purplebricks website here.

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Rose Acres

Barrow Lane, Hale, Trafford, Greater Manchester, WA15

Gascoigne Halman

Gascoigne Halman

Detached | x4 Bedrooms | x5 Bathrooms

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Rose Acres is an attractive, detached family residence standing in an elevated position on one of the most prestigious roads in Greater Manchester, and is set within extensive grounds totalling 4.73 acres that include manicured lawns, rose gardens, a paddock and tennis court, all of which all enjoy a Southerly aspect with views over Hale Golf Course and beyond.

It also boasts three main reception rooms, a study, four bedrooms suites and additional shower room, as well as a games room.

The property is accessed via a secure gated entrance, leading to a double garage and carport, and is located within reaching distance of highly-regarded local schooling, and a wide range of local amenities and transport links.

Gascoigne Halman

The property is currently on the market with the Hale branch of independent estate agents Gascoigne Halman and is listed as POA (Price on Asking), so enquiry is required.

You can find more on Rightmove here.

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The Halliwell Estate

Rappax Road, Hale, Trafford, Greater Manchester, WA15

Jennie Platt Estates & Lettings

Jennie Platt Estates & Lettings

Detached | x5 Bedrooms | x6 Bathrooms

The Halliwell Estate is a truly unique purchase set within 1.35 acres of private grounds and residences in the much sought-after-area of Hale and close to Hale Golf Club.

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The estate incorporates Halliwell House – a five-bedroom detached family home offering 8190 square feet of private, elegant and imposing accommodation, with an abundance of opportunity – a detached duplex property – a brand new, luxurious 2400 square foot glass-fronted detached, duplex property, with open-plan living space, three bedrooms and three bathrooms – and finally, the Gatekeepers Cottage, which is an existing two-bedroom, two-bathroom abode.

There are also substantial grounds with a part-lawned section, mature shrubs and trees, and even another plot that could accommodate an additional 4000 sq ft property, subject to planning permission.

This is one that really must be seen to be fully appreciated.

Jennie Platt Estates & Lettings

The property is currently on the market with Spinningfields-based estate agents Jennie Platt Estates & Lettings for £5.25 million.

You can find more on Rightmove here.

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Bolton Road

Kearsley, Bolton, Greater Manchester, BL4

Keenans

Keenans

Detached | x4 Bedrooms | x2 Bathrooms

This newly-built detached four bedroom property is set within neatly-presented grounds in a highly-desired location of Kearsley, and boasts neutral, elegant decoration throughout, having been renovated to the highest standard with the very best quality of fixtures and fittings.

This stunning property is being offered with no chain delay, making it the perfect home for a growing family.

It is also situated conveniently-close to bus service routes, regarded schools, local and town amenities, as well as a network links to Manchester, Salford and major motorways.

Keenans

The property is currently on the market with the Swinton branch of local North West estate agency chain Keenans for £399,995.

You can find more on Rightmove here.

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Grade II Apartments

Manchester, Greater Manchester, M4

Alesco

Alesco

Apartments | x2 Bedrooms | x1 Bathrooms

This is the perfect opportunity for investors.

It’s the chance to snap up one of the spacious apartments within this Grade II listed development in the heart of Manchester city centre that is rich with evocative 18th-century details, but has been stunningly-renovated to the highest standard throughout and is complemented by understated new fixtures and fittings that really let the history shine through.

The stripped-back aesthetic of the building renovations also offers an ideal canvas, which allows for your personal style to be be expressed.

Alesco

The property is currently on the market with the northern / Manchester branch of investment company Alesco for £280,000.

You can find more on Rightmove here.

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Montondale

Monton, Eccles, Salford, Greater Manchester, M30

SellWell

SellWell

Apartment | x1 Bedroom | x1 Bathroom

Just a short stroll away from the busy hub of Monton’s main street which boasts a wealth of boutiques, excellent restaurants, and a real cafe culture, as well as being steps from the picturesque Bridgewater Canal and Worsley around round the corner, this superb second floor one-bedroom apartment is ideal for either the first time buyer or as a buy to let opportunity.

The property benefits from spacious accommodations throughout, including a newly-fitted kitchen, large double bedroom, and a lounge that features a balcony to let in the fresh air and flood the space with light.

There is also a range of good transport links and easy access to the centre of Manchester.

SellWell

The property is currently on the market with Worsley-based independent estate agents SellWell for £125,000.

You can find more on Rightmove here.

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The Shires

Droylsden, Tameside, Greater Manchester, M43

Purplebricks

Purplebricks

Detached | x3 Bedrooms | x1 Bathroom

Situated in a quiet cul-de-sac position, close to all local amenities, major transport links, and within the catchment area for fantastic local schooling, this immaculately-presented, extended detached property is an ideal buy for a growing family.

The substantial accommodations boast a large kitchen and diner, leading to a conservatory, three double bedrooms, and more.

The property also provides tasteful, neutral decoration throughout and has the added benefit of a large private garden to the rear, and off-road driveway parking for up to three cars at the front.

Viewings are highly recommended to appreciate all this property has to offer.

Purplebricks

The property is currently on the market with leading nationwide online estate agents Purplebricks for £300,000.

You can find more on Rightmove here.

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What punishment could Manchester City face for FFP breaches?

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With the news of their numerous breaches of Financial Fair Play, the question on everyone’s mind now is what punishment could Manchester City face if found guilty?

The reigning champions were charged with more than 100 breaches of FFP regulations on Monday following the conclusion of a four-year investigation by the English top flight.

Despite the club denying the allegations as they did with the previous UEFA sanctions, eventually having their two-year ban overturned and the fine reduced by two-thirds, they cannot appeal the decision through the same means as last time and it looks increasingly likely that at least some charges will stick.

That being said, there a numerous steps that the Premier League, FA and other governing football bodies could take next if they are found guilty of even a portion of the offences.

Here are some possible options being suggested at present:

What action could be taken against Manchester City?

1. Fines

The first and most obvious ramification for their alleged financial infractions is a simple fine: typically the most common outcome whenever clubs find themselves in hot water when it comes to rule breaches.

When they were alleged to have gone beyond UEFA’s FFP regulations back in February 2020, they were initially slapped with a £30 million fine before it was eventually reduced to £10m not long after.

However, given the length and severity of this latest raft of accusations — at least a century of offences for nearly a decade — any penalt(ies) would likely result in a much more considerable total sum or even compensation paid to other clubs.

2. Points deduction

One of the most popular suggestions thus far is that City should suffer a points deduction in the current 2022/23 season, not unlike the action recently taken against Juventus for also failing to declare the full truth about the nature of their finances.

The Italian giants were docked 15 points for “false accounting” and could even face a further 20-point bombshell for “undeclared wage payments” to players and other members of staff thought to date back to at least March 2020.

City are accused of similar during Roberto Mancini’s tenure, the man who helped them lift their first Premier League title, as well as with members of their squad in at least two seasons, including as recently as the 2015/16 campaign.

Once again, the supposed offences committed at the Etihad are said to date from 2009 to at least 2018, when the club “stopped cooperating” with the inquiry. If the independent commission find evidence to punish for this period and perhaps beyond, it’s hard to say if points alone would be sufficient enough.

3. Stripped of titles

Alternatively, another possibility is that the now six-time Premier League winners could be stripped of every single one of their titles since their 2008 takeover, meaning the narrative of the last few years would look very different indeed:

While obviously a more severe choice, it is perfectly plausible — especially when considering Juventus once again, who were also hit with this punishment back in 2006 after the ‘Calciopoli’ scandal which saw them stripped of their previous two titles due to match-fixing, pressuring officials and more.

Given that the charges lobbied against City are strictly related to the Premier League, it would be unlikely that any of their other trophies won over the nine-year period in question would be rescinded, but you never know; the inquiry could spark further investigation.

4. Relegation/expulsion from the Premier League

While many have mooted that they feel the Blues should be issued with a ban from the competition — the length of which could be significant given the prolonged offending period and for football fans to make peace with potentially 9-14 years of financial wrongdoings.

However, circling back to the Juventus example once more, the ‘Old Lady’ was also relegated to Serie B (the Italian second division) for the first time in their history after Calciopoli. If that was the judgement for two years of breaches, what sort of punishment would fit City after nearly a decade, maybe more?

Keeping that in mind, it has also been suggested that the club could be expelled from the league. Though a permanent expulsion would be extremely improbable, with this course of action by far the most brutal, the problem again is deciding how long to expel/suspend them and whether to do so immediately or for the following season(s). Again, this is the most unlikely outcome of them all.

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While this list is obviously not exhaustive, Sky Sports shared a graphic on social media the various steps the commission could seek as Manchester City’s punishment.

Moreover, as alluded to earlier, City cannot appeal CAS (Court of Arbitration for Sport) like they did last time according the current Premier League regulations. This means that, in theory, whatever the commission finds and the league ultimately says goes.

You can see the full list of charges levelled against Manchester City HERE.

What punishment do you think would be suitable for Manchester City’s litany of FFP breaches?

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Aldi launches new ‘magic bags’ with £10 worth of food for just £3.30

Emily Sergeant Emily Sergeant

Aldi has teamed up with the world’s largest surplus food platform to offer ‘Magic Bags’ for just £3.30 at hundreds of its stores.

In a bid to tackle food waste while also offering even lower prices to customers, and following on from what was considered to have been a “successful” trial last year, the UK’s leading budget supermarket has teamed up with Too Good To Go to offer surplus food bags across all of its 990 stores right across the country.

The ‘Magic Bags’ will be packed full of a wide range of grocery products that are approaching their sell-by or use-by dates at less than a third of the price.

They’ll set you back just £3.30 each for what is at least £10 worth of food.

As well as Aldi helping shoppers during the cost of living crisis, by working with Too Good To Go, the supermarket chain is helping to spread awareness about food waste and promote the different ways to reduce it.

Aldi launches new ‘magic bags’ with £10 worth of food for just £3.30 / Credit: Too Good To Go

The nationwide rollout of the ‘Magic Bag’ scheme is expected to save a further 4,000 tonnes of food from going to waste every year.

To get a Magic Bag, all shoppers need to do is download the free Too Good To Go app and search for their nearby Aldi store, before reserving a bag to collect from the store at an allotted time.

“Rolling out our partnership with Too Good To Go is another way of allowing us to cut down on food waste, while also offering customers the opportunity to pick up our food at even lower prices,” explained Liz Fox – Corporate Responsibility Director at Aldi UK.

“With the rising cost of living impacting so many, Too Good To Go offers a simple and accessible way for consumers to save money and reduce waste.”

The scheme is expected to save a further 4,000 tonnes of food from going to waste every year / Credit: Aldi

Sophie Trueman, Managing Director of Too Good To Go, added that the company is “thrilled” to be partnering with Aldi, adding: “Having already had fantastic feedback during a successful trial period, I know our Too Good To Go community is going to jump at the chance to save Magic Bags from their local Aldi and prevent even more good food from going to waste.”

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On top of the new ‘Magic Bag’ scheme, all of Aldi’s UK stores will continue to donate surplus food to local causes 365 days of the year through its partnership with Neighbourly.

Aldi has been widely praised by shoppers on social media since announcing the scheme.

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