Property Market News
the rise of didsbury gin!
Its really great to see a truly local and independent Didsbury venture take off, and this is clearly the case with Didsbury Gin. Gin enthusiasts Liam Manton and Mark Smallwood took their inspiration for Didsbury Gin from the botanical gardens of Fletcher Moss & Parsonage, which were given to the [...]
Type of property
Property types are a handy measure of the shape of the market in a local area. For example, areas with lots of flats tend to be urban in character because there is huge pressure on land. A large number of detached homes means that the area is suburban and not [...]
Annual house price index (house vs flat)
We know we live in a great area, and because most people agree, demand has driven up house prices. But how do prices in our area stack up in terms of property types? This chart looks at the comparison over the last eight years.
The split of house and flat sales
We've included this chart to show the relative number of flats and houses selling in the last 11 months in our area. Due to the profile of the housing stock in the area, there's nothing too surprising here, but it's interesting to see how the different types of properties contribute [...]
Which types of home sell most often in Didsbury?
We think your ideal home says a lot about you. If the world were your oyster, would you go for something Victorian, Georgian, a duplex apartment, new build house, or maybe a farm? Given that we live in Didsbury, obviously our choices are somewhat limited by [...]
What landlords need to think about for 2018
It looks as though 2018 will be a mixed year for landlords. Some will start to feel the pinch of the legislation that’s recently come into force, such as the loss of mortgage interest relief, while a number of tenants may give notice, due to incentives [...]
rare investment opportunity to develop a family home in didsbury
Marketed by Reeds Rains for a guide price of £325,000 is this three bed semi which is in need of a full refurbishment! Once renovated houses like this will achieve £425,000 and rent for around £1,350pcm so there is definitely some money to be made here. [...]
mixed investment opportunity in the heart of northenden
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‘overdrawn’ pop up event at volta
Head down for this free interactive art event by @OverDrawnManc at Volta on Burton Road, West Didsbury taking place on 7th February in the upstairs bar from 7pm. There will be artists such as 'Crozilla' who'll be doing some of his cool doodling live, and @jessicaonpaper doing her fabulous 'pound [...]
‘eddie fontana fundraiser’ – play at saison, west didsbury
Ares Productions are performing their first full length play 'An evening with Eddie Fontana - Fundraiser' at Saison, West Didsbury on 9th February at 7pm. Eddie's got one more shot at the big time with his extravaganza in March (hurray!). But Eddie is flat broke (shocker). So he's throwing a [...]
head of steam opening – 1st feb
The long awaited opening of the Head of Steam in Didsbury village is now on the horizon with things kicking off from 5pm on Thursday 1st February. This is the 16th bar to open of this well established company, with other bars spread throughout the North of England, specialising in [...]
exciting opportunity to buy a three bed house in withington village
Marketed by Purplebricks for £175,000 this three bed semi in the heart of Withington looks to be an excellent buy! These houses benefit from off-road parking and a garden as well as being spacious and perfect for families and professionals. Although the property is situated in [...]
ABOUT THE BLOG
This blog follows the property and buy to let market in Didsbury. You'll find insight, commentary and analysis that relates specifically to Didsbury, along with the latest investment deals from all agents in the area.
BEN FOSTER – CO-AUTHOR
I have a wealth of property experience around South Manchester and I am really passionate about Didsbury. If you have any property related matters, whether buying, selling or just curious about whats happening at this very moment in M20 and you are around the village just pop into my office, alternatively call or e-mail me:
0161 434 4311
MOHARRAM REHMAN – CO- AUTHOR
I have a wealth of property experience around Manchester and Stockport Town and I am really passionate about Didsbury. If you have any property related matters, whether investing or lettings or just curious about what’s happening at this very moment in M20 and you are around the village just pop into my office, alternatively call or e-mail me.
0161 249 5160 [email protected]