Manchester Property Market Overview
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The Manchester property market recorded 4,093 residential sales over the past 12 months, with a median sale price of £240,000. This places Manchester £27k above the Greater Manchester county median of £213,500, and £45k below the UK national median of £285,000.
Prices in Manchester have shown a moderate decline, with a year-on-year change of -4%. Within Greater Manchester, Manchester ranks 3rd by price out of 10 principal towns, and 1st by transaction volume.
Manchester House Prices by Property Type
Property prices in Manchester vary significantly by type. The table below compares Manchester prices with Greater Manchester county averages and UK national figures.
| Type | Manchester | Greater Manchester Avg | UK Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Detached | £386,000 | £378,500 | £420,000 |
| Semi-detached | £298,000 | £250,000 | £265,000 |
| Terraced | £232,000 | £178,500 | £230,000 |
| Flat | £205,000 | £133,250 | £225,000 |
Detached homes in Manchester command £386,000, while flat properties are most accessible at £205,000. The £181k spread between the most and least expensive types indicates a relatively compressed market where margins between types are tighter.
Median Price by Property Type
New Build Homes in Manchester
Manchester recorded 118 new-build transactions in the past 12 months, representing 2.9% of total sales. This indicates meaningful developer activity and proven buyer demand for new homes in the area.
New-build properties in Manchester traded at a premium of 53.6% versus existing stock. This premium supports the viability of new development, as buyers are willing to pay more for new homes.
Across the wider Greater Manchester market, 620 new-build completions were recorded — see our Greater Manchester property market report for the full county picture.
Recent Property Sales in Manchester
The following table shows the most recent property transactions recorded in Manchester, providing real-time evidence of achieved prices for buyers, sellers, and developers:
| Price | Type | Postcode | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| £575,000 | Semi-detached | M21 8XU | 2026-02-27 | Existing |
| £217,500 | Flat | M20 3ZA | 2026-02-27 | Existing |
| £355,800 | Semi-detached | M21 7LA | 2026-02-27 | Existing |
| £317,000 | Semi-detached | M22 5WA | 2026-02-26 | Existing |
| £275,000 | Terraced | M13 0QN | 2026-02-24 | Existing |
These transactions are sourced from HM Land Registry Price Paid data and represent completed, registered sales. The range from £217,500 to £575,000 illustrates the breadth of the Manchester market.
Development Finance in Manchester
For developers considering Manchester, the local market data translates directly into finance structuring. With a median value of £240,000 and detached homes at £386,000, lenders can assess scheme viability with confidence.
A typical development finance facility for a Manchester scheme with a GDV of £386,000 would attract senior debt of approximately £250,900 at 65% LTGDV. Mezzanine finance can stretch total borrowing to 85-90% of costs, while bridging loans enable rapid site acquisitions completing in as little as 5 working days.
While prices have softened 4% year-on-year, experienced developers can still generate strong returns in Manchester by targeting well-located sites with clear demand drivers.
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Manchester Compared to Nearby Greater Manchester Towns
To put Manchester's market in context, the table below compares it with similarly-priced towns across Greater Manchester:
| Town | Median Price | Sales (12m) | YoY Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Manchester | £240,000 | 4,093 | -4% |
| Bury | £229,000 | 1,879 | -0.8% |
| Salford | £227,000 | 2,784 | +3.2% |
| Ashton-under-Lyne | £200,000 | 2,067 | -1.5% |
| Oldham | £193,000 | 1,907 | +1.6% |
| Bolton | £190,000 | 2,756 | +1.6% |
For the full Greater Manchester town-by-town breakdown, see our comprehensive Greater Manchester property market report.
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What is the average house price in Manchester?
The median house price in Manchester is £240,000, based on 4,093 transactions over the past 12 months. Detached homes average £386,000 while flat properties average £205,000.
Are house prices rising or falling in Manchester?
House prices in Manchester are falling at -4% year-on-year. This decline may present buying opportunities for investors and developers. The wider Greater Manchester market is falling at -0.3%.
How many properties sold in Manchester recently?
Manchester recorded 4,093 residential property sales in the past 12 months. This high volume indicates a liquid, active market.
What development finance is available for projects in Manchester?
Developers in Manchester can access development finance from 6.5% p.a. at 65-70% LTGDV, mezzanine finance stretching to 85-90% of costs, bridging loans completing in 5-10 days, and development exit finance. Construction Capital sources the best terms from 100+ lenders.