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Ellen Kirwin

What a £200,000 home looks like in different parts of Merseyside

If you're looking for your dream home in Merseyside, you'll want to know exactly what you can get for your money.

Over the last year, the majority of property sales in Merseyside were semi-detached properties with an overall average price of £205,020, according to Rightmove.

Terraced houses sold for £134,398 on average while detached properties fetched £356,876.

READ MORE: Liverpool's property market boom adds £40k to asking prices

Altogether properties had an average sold price of £203,673 in the last year, which is 15% higher than the previous year.

It’s also a staggering 22% up on the last property price peak of 2018, which saw prices hit an average of £167,290.

The prices aren’t too dissimilar to neighbouring regions including Lancashire £191,583 and Greater Manchester £286,559.

With those averages in mind, we have analysed how far you can stretch £200,000 across Merseyside.

Here's what we found in Liverpool, Sefton, Knowsley, St Helens and Wirral.

Liverpool

Silkhouse Court flats, Tithebarn Street, two bedroom flat currently available (Reeds Rains / Rightmove)

In Liverpool city centre prices vary, but currently £200,000 can get you a two bedroom apartment.

The apartment, in Silkhouse Court, on Tithebarn Street, has two double bedrooms, one of which has an en-suite bathroom.

It boasts 'stunning city views' and being in the business district its just a stones throw away from Liverpool ONE and the Albert Dock.

On the 14th floor, the living areas of the property are primarily open plan and feature an integrated modern kitchen.

The property also comes with a parking space included in the sale price.

The Reeds Rains listing reads: "Stunning modern apartment offering stunning views over Liverpool city centre including the Liver Building and River Mersey.

"The ideal location provides easy access to the business district, Liverpool One shops, excellent restaurants and bars."

For more information and images, visit Rightmove here

Sefton

Three bedroom semi-detached bungalow on Liverpool Road in Lydiate (Ian Anthony Estates / Rightmove)

In parts of Sefton, £200,000 can get you a three-bedroom bungalow, with a large back garden and detached garage.

This bungalow, on Liverpool Road, Lydiate is listed on Rightmove with a guide price of £199,950.

Images show it boasts a large front garden, with a driveway for off-road parking and a large back garden, also with a shed and green house.

Three bedroom semi-detached bungalow on Liverpool Road in Lydiate (Ian Anthony Estates / Rightmove)

The Ian Antony listing reads: " Briefly comprising of three bedrooms, large living room / dining room, family bathroom and kitchen.

"To the exterior of the property there is a well presented, low maintenance front aspect and a long rear garden with rural views."

See more images or find out more information on Rightmove here

Knowsley

Three bedroom detached house on Yoxall Drive, Kirkby (LPS real estate / Rightmove)

In Knowsley, £200,000 can get you the 'ideal family home' according to LPS real estate.

The estate agency has listed a three bedroom detached house, on Yoxall Drive, Kirkby, for £199,950.

In a quiet, residential estate, the property benefits from three bathrooms include an en-suite in the main bedroom.

It also boasts a large back garden that has access through patio doors in the kitchen.

The bedrooms have new fitted storage and the bathrooms have also recently been modernised.

Three bedroom detached house on Yoxall Drive, Kirkby (LPS real estate / Rightmove)

The LPS listing reads: "This fantastic house is set in a much-sought after part of Kirkby.

"It is in a quiet and friendly residential neighbourhood yet there are plenty of amenities nearby, including schools for all ages and grocery outlets.

" It is also easy to access transport links including Kirkby Train Station for access to Liverpool or Manchester, local bus routes and its a short drive to the motorway network. "

For more information and images visit Rightmove here

St Helens

Sutton Park Drive property, St Helens (Burns and Reid / Rightmove)

This three bedroom property, on Sutton Park Drive, St Helens, is on the market for £200,000.

Images on Rightmove show that the property has three reception rooms and a fitted kitchen on the ground floor.

Two of the three double bedrooms are also on the ground floor, with the remaining one bedroom taking up the upper floor.

The master bedroom is described as being 'impressive' and features its own en-suite bathroom and skylights.

Sutton Park Drive property, St Helens (Burns and Reid / Rightmove)

The current owners have 'substantially extended' the property, which has views over Sherdley Park in the back.

There are gardens both in the front and the back of the home and plenty of room for cars to park off road on the driveway.

For those wishing to further renovate the home, there's a garage available which unlocks more potential.

See more images inside the property and get more information on Rightmove here

Wirral

Four bedroom semi-detached house on Maplas Road, Wallasey (Karl Tatler / Rightmove)

A four bedroom house, on Malpas Road, Wallasey, is currently on the market for £200,000.

The semi-detached property has a modern fitted kitchen and four piece bathroom.

In the back there is also a 'generous' sized yard that could be transformed by someone with a green thumb.

The Karl Tatler listing reads: "Beautifully presented and immaculate throughout.

Four bedroom semi-detached house on Maplas Road, Wallasey (Karl Tatler / Rightmove)

"This family home offers an abundance of space throughout. Featuring a generous sized rear yard, modern kitchen and four piece bathroom.

"This property has been well maintained and beautifully decorated. Situated in a convenient location close to local schooling, transport links and amenities."

View more images and information on the property here Rightmove here

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