17 Forton Avenue, Bolton, BL2 6JE is a leasehold semi-detached property built between 1930-1949. The property offers approximately 893 square feet of living space. In this location, properties of similar size usually have three bedrooms.

The estimated current market value of the property is £278,893 , which equates to approximately £312 per square foot. It was last sold on 4 Apr 2014 for £148,000. Since then, the value has increased by £130,893, representing a 88.4% increase, or approximately 7.6% per year.

The current estimated value of £278,893 is:

  • 50.7% higher than the average property price on Forton Avenue
  • 47.8% higher than the average in the BL2 6JE postcode area
  • and 12.3% higher than the average price for Bolton as a whole

This property has had 2 EPC inspections with recorded tenure information. It was recorded as owner-occupied both times. This suggests the property has typically been lived in by its owners, which often reflects longer-term residency and more consistent maintenance.

At the most recent EPC inspection on 15 May 2025, the property was recorded as owner-occupied.

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Building approximate location

About Property

Type
Semi-Detached House
Built
1930-1949
Interior Size
893 sq ft
Tenure
Leasehold
Price (estimate)
£278,893
Price Per sq ft (estimate)
£312
Bedroom Count (estimate)
3 bedrooms

EPC Summary

17 Forton Avenue, Bolton, Greater Manchester, BL2 6JE has an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) rating of D, based on the latest assessment carried out on 15 May 2025.

This property uses a gas-fired boiler and radiators, connected to the mains gas supply, as its main heating source. Hot water is provided from main heating system. The windows are fully double glazed.

The previous EPC assessment was conducted on 21 Oct 2013, when the property was rated C. The current rating of D reflects a decline in energy efficiency of 7%.

Since the previous assessment, several changes were observed:

  • The wall energy efficiency changing from good to average, with the construction or insulation remaining cavity wall, filled cavity.
  • The lighting was updated from no low energy lighting to low energy lighting in all fixed outlets, with efficiency improving from very poor to very good.
Heating Type
Boiler and radiators, mains gas
Good
Hot Water
From main system
Good
Roof
Pitched, 200 mm loft insulation
Good
Walls
Cavity wall, filled cavity
Average
Windows
Fully double glazed
Good
Lighting
Low energy lighting in all fixed outlets
Very Good

Compared to BL2 6JE

1 st / 25
Price Rank
48% higher than average
5 th / 16
Size Rank
5% bigger than average
1 st / 16
Price Per Sq FT Rank
41% higher than average

Compared to other properties in BL2 6JE , this house's estimated value ranks 1st out of 25. Based on price per square foot, it ranks 1st out of 16 properties. This suggests a relatively high price per square foot, which may reflect quality, location, or recent upgrades. In terms of size, this home ranks 5th out of 16 properties in its postcode area.

Sale History

Today
£278,893
streetscan.co.uk estimate
+88 %
4 Apr 2014
£148,000
Leasehold
+43.7 %
15 Aug 2005
£103,000
Leasehold

Area Insights

Similar Properties Sold Nearby

rooms: 5
size: 829 sq ft
sale price: £175,000
sale date: 1 Nov 2024
rooms: 5
size: 883 sq ft
sale price: £219,000
sale date: 30 Oct 2023
rooms: 5
size: 850 sq ft
sale price: £155,000
sale date: 8 Sep 2023
rooms: 5
size: 807 sq ft
sale price: £187,000
sale date: 12 Jan 2023
rooms: 4
size: 861 sq ft
sale price: £165,000
sale date: 22 Nov 2022

Data Sources

The property at 17 Forton Avenue, Bolton, BL2 6JE appears two times in the Land Registry records, with the latest transaction recorded on 4 Apr 2014. It also has two Energy Performance Certificates (EPC) entries, the earliest dating back to 15 May 2025. We use this data, to estimate the property's characteristics and current market value.

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