Three more than a million houses

Whitley Oaks dates back to the 19th century and sits in well-manicured, walled gardens

On their website they have a handy little calculator that allows you to input your address to find out when your property is likely to hit that magic figure.

I’m not going to be rich any time soon though, it going to take an estimated 43 years for my house to achieve a valuation of £1m or more.

There are currently 10 properties on the market in the Sheffield area with a guide price of £1m or more ranging from a block of flats close to Sheffield city centre and a six-bedroom detached farmhouse in Ughill.

Platts Farm sits in eight acres of gardens, grounds and paddocks

Here is a small selection of those available – and, as the estate agents are wont to say they are all well worth looking at.

Platts Farm, Ughill, Sheffield

This is definitely one for horse lovers. Platts Farm is an outstanding six-bedroom character property which sits in approximately eight acres of gardens, grounds and paddocks within the beautiful Peak District National Park.

Platts Farm is believed to date back to 1347 where it was within the stewardship of the Knights Hospitallers of St. John of Jerusalem.

A lovely property on Totley Brook Road which retains much of its original character.

The property has been home to historical figures including the Earl of Shrewsbury, Bess of Hardwick, Duke of Norfolk and was utilised as an alehouse during the 17th century, before being converted to a farm with two adjoining cottages in the 19th century.

The property has been rebuilt and refurbished by the current owners to create generously proportioned accommodation with a wealth of period features.

It also has a two-bedroom self-contained annexe and Derbyshire gritstone stables and outbuildings.

Offers in the region of: £1,395,000. Contact Blenheim Park Estates, Sheffield on 0114 358 2020 for more details.

Totley Brook Road, Totley Rise, Sheffield

Sympathetically restored and immaculately presented, this charming property provides generous accommodation set across four levels, retaining much of its original character.

High ceilings and ornate fireplaces give a real sense of grandeur, alongside the fabulous modern living kitchen which incorporates a range of integrated appliances, oak units and corian worktops.

The living space is flexible throughout with a lower ground floor that can be separated and accessed externally - perfect for those looking for multi-generation use.

Further accommodation can be found above the double garage with a superb studio flat and shower room. All bedrooms are beautifully appointed with extensive storage and luxury suites can be found on all levels. On the market at £1,225,000. Contact Redbrik 0114 399 0567.

Whitley Oaks, Wood End, Sheffield

There is something quite magical about Whitley Oaks. This decadent and quite charming four-bedroom detached stone property which dates back to the 19th century, sits in well-manicured, walled gardens surrounded by woodland. The property has been sympathetically upgraded throughout the years, and sports characterful beams, stone floors, oak-panelled walls, exposed stone walls, solid oak arched doorways and roaring open fires, all now finished with a lavish granite soaked kitchen, luxurious travertine bathroom, Jacuzzi bath and bespoke leaded uPVC.

On the market for £1,250,000. Contact Hunters, Chapeltown on 0114 257 8999.