People spend hours every week searching for their next home online. Whether they're looking to upgrade and move into a bigger property, or to make their first purchase, it's not been an easy time for home-buyers recently.
Zoopla lists thousands of homes on its website and has now revealed which properties have been viewed the most in Greater Manchester in the last 30 days. Bolton seems to be Greater Manchester's most popular location at the moment, with three of the five most-viewed properties being based in the area
Meanwhile a stunning detached period home up for sale in Wigan is also one of Greater Manchester's most-viewed. Priced at £425,000, it features three reception rooms and four double bedrooms.
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A terraced house, a four-bedroom bungalow and a modern semi-detached property are also among the most popular. Here's a breakdown of our region's hottest properties along with their prices, according to Zoopla...
Archer Avenue, Tonge Fold
£215,000
This semi-detached house is Greater Manchester's most viewed on Zoopla in the last 30 days. The Tonge Fold property is less than a ten minute drive to Bolton town centre and has three spacious bedrooms.
The master is big enough to fit a king size bed, and the double and single bedrooms both come with built in wardrobes to really make the most of the storage space. The modern kitchen is light and airy, with white high gloss handleless units and integrated appliances including a double oven.
Beautiful French doors open from the kitchen giving access into the rear garden. The sunny rear garden is fully enclosed with concrete post and timber fencing and boasts a decked patio area which runs the full width of the house.
It also has a low maintenance front garden, with a paved path that leads round to the side of the property.
Plodder Lane, Farnworth
£350,000
Bolton appears to be a popular choice with Zoopla users this month, as this three-bedroom bungalow is the second-most viewed in Greater Manchester. Situated on Plodder Lane, the property is close to the Royal Bolton Hospital as well as convenient transport links.
Offered for sale with no onward chain, the detached bungalow has been renovated and modernised by its current owners. It features a large, open-plan kitchen and living area with chic grey tiling and white cupboards.
In keeping with the minimal grey and white theme, the property's bathroom also features modern grey tiling, complete with a bath, separate shower stall, toilet and modern sink. The property also benefits from a large front and back garden, with a paved driveaway and double gate.
Hamilton Street, Atherton
£425,000
This stunning Victorian home in Wigan is on the market for £425,00. A former Mill Property dating back 130 years, this property is steeped in character while featuring modern finishings.
The detached house has ample space, with three reception rooms downstairs as well as unique cellar rooms. Meanwhile the modern fitted kitchen is finished with granite surfaces, integrated appliances and benefits from a separate utility room and downstairs cloakroom.
Upstairs, four double bedrooms and a study room can be found. The master suite boasts a separate dressing room and en suite shower room.
Outside, the impressive front gardens provide ample off road parking with two entrances providing ease of access and a garage.
Walkden Road, Worsley
£275,000
This period property in Salford is conveniently located close to Walkden train station and the regional motorway network. It's near by local amenities too, including schools.
The terraced house has two reception rooms downstairs, with modern decor and light fittings. The kitchen has a beautifully patterned tile flooring, with a fully-fitted kitchen and sophisticated blue cupboards and accents.
Upstairs, three bedrooms and a family bathroom can be found. The house also benefits from a decent-sized courtyard at the rear.
Blenheim Road, Bolton
£130,000
Finally, a Bolton home bookends the top five most viewed Greater Manchester properties on Zoopla in the last 30 days. This three-bed property is located near nurseries, schools and shops and is less than a 15 minute's drive to Bolton town centre.
The kitchen has been professionally fitted and features pantry storage, double glazed windows and cushion flooring. The house also benefits from a sunroom, which has two sets of timber doors leading to the rear corner garden and side space.
It also boasts a double driveway at the front, with more room for storage in a separate storage garage accessed via the side gates. The house also has two reception rooms, along with the three upstairs bedrooms and a family bathroom.
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