Cheshire · Property prices
Property prices in Chester, Cheshire
What homes in Chester sell for, and the gross yield it implies for a landlord, read around CH1.
Figures refreshed on 27 Oct 2026.
Average sale price in Chester
£224,550
Completed sales over the last twelve months.
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Sale price and yield in Chester
| Figure | Value |
|---|---|
| Average sale price | £224,550 |
| Gross yield | 3.1% |
As a cathedral city, Chester commands rents above the Cheshire average, reflecting its historic centre, its universities and its role as a regional employment hub. The city is known worldwide for its Roman walls, the medieval Rows and its racecourse, and this heritage shapes a rental market that ranges from period conversions within the walls to modern apartment blocks nearer the river and the retail park developments on the outskirts.
Cheshire West and Chester Council has no selective licensing scheme currently. A shared home let to five or more people from more than one household still needs a mandatory HMO licence. A landlord buying in Chester should weigh the sale price against the achievable rent before the yield is meaningful.
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