If you’re a lettings agent in Manchester right now, the chances are you’re looking hopefully towards the development of Media city to boost the dying housing industry in this part of the world. There’s a lot going on in that part of the world, but even away from the major developments at Media City, there’s plenty to talk about in East Manchester with the continued development in Sports City. Things are certainly looking on the up.

Despite the huge development going on at Sport City, the hottest property to invest in right now is in Salford area. With up to 50% of the BBC’s staff set to move on up there in 2012 investors are wise enough to know that with them, those BBC staffers will bring hundreds of smaller companies looking to ride the wave of a cheaper city and less costs.

The area of Salford is already being glorified and glamorised in preparation for the move. All of a sudden, it’s not ‘get the London look’ it’s ‘get the Salford look’, a look sported by the famous Manchester poet Morrisey. It’s not just fashion that’s preparing, Urban Splash have known about the move for years and their Chimney Pot Park development is starting to turn heads, their innovative ‘upside down’ approach saves space and crams plenty of bang for your buck into the relatively small area.

As the housing market (we all hope) starts to level out, investors will soon be falling all over themselves to get their hands on a piece of real estate in this developing area, just in time for a housing market recovery to take a hold and offer some real returns on investment. So what’s the point here? If you’re looking to buy a house in Manchester, Salford is the place to do it. Take our word for it.

If you’re a lettings agent in Manchester right now, the chances are you’re looking hopefully towards the development of Media city to boost the dying housing industry in this part of the world. There’s a lot going on in that part of the world, but even away from the major developments at Media City, there’s plenty to talk about in East Manchester at the Sport City area. Things are certainly looking on the up.

Despite the huge development going on at Sport City, the hottest property to invest in right now is in Salford area. With up to 50% of the BBC’s staff set to move on up there in 2012 investors are wise enough to know that those BBC staffers will bring hundreds of smaller companies looking to ride the wave of a cheaper city and less costs.

The area of Salford is already being glorified and glamorised in preparation for the move. All of a sudden, it’s not ‘get the London look’ it’s ‘get the Salford look’, invented by the famous Manchester poet Morrisey in the 90’s. It’s not just fashion that’s preparing, Urban Splash have known about the move for years and their Chimney Pot Park development is starting to turn heads, their innovative ‘upside down’ approach saves space and crams plenty of bang for your buck into the relatively small area.

As the housing market (we all hope) begins to level out, investors will be falling all over themselves to get their hands on a piece of real estate in this developing area, just in time for a housing market recovery to take a hold and offer some real returns on investment. So what’s the point? If you’re looking for a house in Manchester, Salford is the place to get one. Take our word for it.

The BBC boom Property in Salford is hot property; if you’ve got a house nearby then I wouldn’t recommend selling it any time soon. With BBC’s media city is going to hit Salford sometime in 2012 there will be an influx of London media types hitting the shores of Salford, all clambering for a slice of the Northern landscape. Not only that, but the moment those savy workers hit the streets of Manchester there will be a wave of people catering to those tastes. Restaurants, bars, pubs, clubs, food outlets, shops and stores will all become increasingly hot slices of the northern social scene, so if you are lucky enough to live in those areas take our advice and start thinking long term.

If you’re thinking about selling your property in Salford set aside time to think over the ups and downs of the housing market, would it be better to wait and see what the property market is going to do? In a few years, when the housing market recovers your property might be worth significantly more than it already is.

A good think to do is make sure you’re aware of how much your house is currently worth, so look up a Manchester estate agent and get your house valued. Granted they may not have the best reputation but its important you have a good understanding of what your house is worth. If the valuation is not to your liking, always get a second opinion.

It’s not just property in Salford that’s set to increase in value, the surrounding areas could also see a boost in sales too. Property in Old Trafford is probably worth holding on to, as is property in Swinton, Irlam and Eccles so if you are looking to sell, don’t rush into anything just ye