2 bedroom house for sale
High Street, Chester, CH3

- PROPERTY TYPE
House
- BEDROOMS
2
- BATHROOMS
1
- SIZE
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Key features
- Now online Auction: 26.02.2026 09:00
- Reference – Rock View - post code CH3 8JB
- Great character and potential
- Semi Detached Village Period House
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- For repair and modernisation
- Guide price £150,000 - £160,000
- Approx gross internal area 92.2m2 ( includes Cellar, excludes outside wc )
- No chain
- Grade 2 Listed
Description
Auction Details:
The sale of this property will take place on the stated date by way of Auction Event and is being sold under an Unconditional sale type.
Binding contracts of sale will be exchanged at the point of sale.
All sales are subject to SDL Property Auctions Buyers Terms. Properties located in Scotland will be subject to applicable Scottish law.
Auction Deposit and Fees:
The following deposits and non- refundable auctioneers fees apply:
• 5% deposit (subject to a minimum of £5,000)
• Buyers Fee of 4.8% of the purchase price (subject to a minimum of £6,000 inc. VAT).
The Buyers Fee does not contribute to the purchase price, however it will be taken into account when calculating the Stamp Duty Land Tax for the property (known as Land and Buildings Transaction Tax for properties located in Scotland), because it forms part of the chargeable consideration for the property.
There may be additional fees listed in the Special Conditions of Sale, which will be available to view within the Legal Pack. You must read the Legal Pack carefully before bidding.
Additional Information:
For full details about all auction methods and sale types please refer to the Auction Conduct Guide which can be viewed on the SDL Property Auctions home page.
This guide includes details on the auction registration process, your payment obligations and how to view the Legal Pack (and any applicable Home Report for residential Scottish properties).
Guide Price & Reserve Price:
Each property sold is subject to a Reserve Price. The Reserve Price will be within + or - 10% of the Guide Price. The Guide Price is issued solely as a guide so that a buyer can consider whether or not to pursue their interest. A full definition can be found within the Buyers Terms.
Tarvin is a delightful Cheshire village, just five miles from Tarporley and six miles from Chester City Centre. The village enjoys an excellent range of day-to-day amenities that include two churches, a newsagents / post office, two public houses, pharmacist, Chinese restaurant, fish and chip shop, bistro, and other individual retail outlets. In terms of shopping for day-to-day needs, there are two options, they are being a recently constructed Budgens store that forms part of the refurbished BP petrol station and an impressive Co-Op mini supermarket, that is accessed on foot from the High Street and in car via the main A54, The centre of the village is a conservation area and there are currently 28 listed buildings in Tarvin. Much of the land surrounding the village is designated Green Belt. Tarvin Community Woodland Trust is an active organisation and has gone to great lengths to create superb area of woodland and wildlife that can be enjoyed by the local community. Their work has culminated in the creation of `Grogan's Walk'. The village also benefits from a Doctors and Dentist surgery. For those with children, there are an extensive range of schools and colleges in both the private and state sectors within close travelling distance, many of which enjoy superb reputations for the quality of education and care. The very well-regarded state primary school in Tarvin is located within walking distance of the subject property, whilst nearby state secondary schools nearby include Tarporley and Christleton. Independent schools include The Kings and Queens Schools at Chester, Abbey Gate at Saighton and The Grange in Hartford, near Northwich. Tarvin is within commuting distance of Warrington (24 miles) Liverpool (23 miles) Manchester (37 miles) and Northwich (12 miles). Railway stations in the region include Chester, Mouldsworth, Runcorn and Crewe. Manchester and Liverpool International airports are 30 and 20 miles away respectively. There is an active bus service, that connects Tarvin to Chester City Centre. In terms of leisure, there are numerous options for enjoyment. These include four golf clubs with fifteen minutes’ drive, Oulton Park motor racing circuit, ancient castles, rowing on the River Dee, boating facilities on nearby canals and some of the County's most beautiful walks on the Sandstone Trail in addition to having Delamere Forest within ten minutes’ drive.
DIRECTIONS TO CH3 8JB
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GENERAL REMARKS
Comment by Mark Johnson FRICS @ Baker Wynne and Wilson. This Grade 2 listed period semi-detached house is conveniently set back and elevated overlooking the lower High Street, close to the Village centre. The accommodation is tired through neglect over many years, but offers todays buyers tremendous potential for modernisation, repair, and possible extensions ( subject to any necessary consents ). This is a wonderful opportunity for modernisation and improvement plus with the right investment and vision, this property can be transformed into a comfortable and stylish home, blending the charm of the past with the conveniences of the present.
GROUND FLOOR
37.5m2 (385ft2)
KITCHEN
Dimensions: 3.53m x 2.01m (11'7" x 6'7"). Basic fitted units.
BATHROOM
Dimensions: 2.16m x 1.52m (7'1" x 5'0"). W/C, cast bath, wash hand basin, radiator.
LIVING ROOM
Dimensions: 5.18m x 4.75m (17'0" x 15'7"). Tiled fireplace, front door, two uPVC double glazed windows and side external door, beamed ceiling.
FIRST FLOOR
36.5 M2 (293 FT)
BEDROOM 1
Dimensions: 5.23m x 3.35m (17'2" x 11'0"). Radiator, uPVC double glazed window.
BEDROOM 2
Dimensions: 5.23m x 3.48m maximum (17'2" x 11'5" maximum). Linen cupboard with Worcester gas combination central heating boiler, radiator.
EXTERNALLY
Surprisingly, large gardens to front side and rear with front off road parking potential. Brick walling with sandstone copings, Cellar floor area 19.9m2 (214 ft2) Outside w/c 1.3m2 (14ft2)
SERVICES
Mains water, electricity and gas. N.B. Tests have not been made of electrical, water, drainage and heating systems and associated appliances, nor confirmation obtained from the statutory bodies of the presence of these services. The information given should therefore be verified prior to a legal commitment to purchase.
TENURE
Freehold, vacant possession upon completion
VIEWINGS
Fixed open days with specific pre booked viewing times by appointment only. By appointment with Baker Wynne and Wilson starting Friday 8th March Tel: H509
- COUNCIL TAXA payment made to your local authority in order to pay for local services like schools, libraries, and refuse collection. The amount you pay depends on the value of the property.Read more about council Tax in our glossary page.
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- PARKINGDetails of how and where vehicles can be parked, and any associated costs.Read more about parking in our glossary page.
- Yes
- GARDENA property has access to an outdoor space, which could be private or shared.
- Yes
- ACCESSIBILITYHow a property has been adapted to meet the needs of vulnerable or disabled individuals.Read more about accessibility in our glossary page.
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