The property market in Tameside during March showcased compelling transactions, particularly homes that were successfully sold below their initial listing prices.

Within the 40 semi-detached house transactions, a handful distinguished themselves with substantial price disparities, presenting buyers with advantageous opportunities in the market. Here are the top 10 homes that secured prices significantly below their initial asking rates.

The properties listed below encompass semi-detached houses, all of which had their deeds filed with the Land Registry during the month of March, irrespective of whether they were sold prior to this period.

£5000 (2%) below asking – Spring Clough, Ashton Waterloo

This house at Spring Clough in the OL7 postcode area has new owners. It was initially listed for £250,000 and settled at £245,000 after it had been on the market for seven months and six days, undergoing a 2% price reduction to reach its eventual selling price. The living area totals 764 sqft and the price per sqft ended up at £321. The property offers three bedrooms and one bathroom. The sale was finalised on 13 February.

£5000 (2%) below asking – Lees Park Way, Droylsden East

The sale of the house at Lees Park Way in the M43 postcode area was finalised on February 20. It was originally listed for £250,000 and was sold for £245,000, displaying a 2% price reduction. The home has a living area of 731 sqft and the price per sqft settled at £335. The property consists of three bedrooms and one bathroom.

£5000 (2%) below asking – Frederick Street, Denton North East

This house at Frederick Street in the M34 postcode area has new owners. It was initially listed for £220,000 and settled at £215,000 after it had been on the market for seven months and 12 days, undergoing a 2% price reduction to reach its eventual selling price. The living area totals NaN sqft and the price per sqft ended up at £NaN. The property comprises three bedrooms and one bathroom. The sale was settled on 30 January.

£10,000 (3%) below asking – Ainsworth Close, Denton West

Listed at £380,000, this detached house at Ainsworth Close in the M34 postcode area settled at £370,000 after one month and eight days on the market, reflecting a 3% price reduction. Spanning 1,065 sqft, the property’s price per sqft was £347. With four bedrooms and two bathrooms, the transfer of ownership was completed on 6 February.

£10,000 (4%) below asking – Redgate, Hyde Werneth

Featuring two bedrooms and one bathroom, this house at Redgate in the SK14 postcode area changed hands. Originally listed for £230,000, it sold at £220,000 after a 4% reduction in price after it had been on the market for five months and 22 days. The transfer of ownership was completed on 16 February. The home has a living area of 968 sqft and the eventual price per sqft was £227.

£10,000 (5%) below asking – Ashby Gardens, Hyde Godley

A house at Ashby Gardens in the SK14 postcode area also has new owners. Initially listed for £220,000, it settled at £210,000, marking a 5% price reduction to reach its eventual selling price. It was on the market for three months and 27 days. Covering 839 sqft, the property’s price per sqft ended up at £250. The property has three bedrooms and two bathrooms. The sale was settled on 30 January.

£11,000 below asking – Holland Grove, Ashton Hurst

This house at Holland Grove in the OL6 postcode area has new owners. It was initially listed for £230,000 and settled at £219,000 after it had been on the market for one month and five days, undergoing a 5% price reduction to reach its eventual selling price. The living area totals 1,173 sqft and the price per sqft ended up at £187. The property has three bedrooms and one bathroom. The sale was finalised on 20 January.

£15,000 below asking – Bowman Crescent, Ashton St Michael’s

The sale of the house in Bowman Crescent in the OL6 postcode area was finalised on January 23. It was originally listed for £200,000 and was sold for £185,000 after it had been on the market for one month and 11 days, displaying a 8% price reduction. The home has a living area of 818 sqft and the price per sqft settled at £226. The property comprises three bedrooms and one bathroom.

£20,000 (6%) below asking – Frogmore Avenue, Hyde Werneth

Listed at £320,000, this detached house at Frogmore Avenue in the SK14 postcode area settled at £300,000 after 28 days on the market, reflecting a 6% price reduction. Spanning 882 sqft, the property’s price per sqft was £340. With three bedrooms and one bathroom, the transfer of ownership was completed on 30 January.

£20,000 (7%) below asking – Canterfield Close, Droylsden East

Topping the list is a property that commenced its listing at £270,000, and sold for £250,000, leading the pack in terms of the highest difference between the listing and sold price in Tameside in March. It underwent a 7% price reduction to attain its eventual selling price. Calculating at £408 per square foot, this 613-square-foot house is located at Canterfield Close in the M43 postcode area. The transfer of ownership was completed on 13 February, after it had been on the market for three months and seven days. The property offers three bedrooms and one bathroom.