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See how verdicts work3-bedroom semi-detached house · DL14 0SH
Sold STCListed 153 days
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About
Tucked away within the highly regarded Middlehope Grove cul-de-sac in the ever-popular Etherley Dene area of Bishop Auckland, this well-positioned three-bedroom semi-detached home presents an exciting opportunity for buyers seeking a property they can truly make their own.
Occupying a generous corner plot and offered to the market with no onward chain, the property is perfectly suited to first-time buyers, downsizers or those looking for a home with genuine potential in a location that continues to prove exceptionally popular.
From the outset, the home offers a practical and well-balanced layout, with spacious accommodation that naturally lends itself to modernisation and personalisation over time.
The ground floor is centred around a superb dual-purpose lounge/diner, stretching over twenty-two feet in length and providing a bright, versatile living space with ample room for both relaxing and entertaining.
The adjoining kitchen is well-proportioned and functional, while the addition of the sunroom to the rear creates an extra reception area that could easily become a peaceful sitting room, garden room or day-to-day dining space overlooking the rear garden.
A useful ground floor WC adds further practicality, particularly for visiting guests, whilst internal access into the garage provides additional flexibility for storage, workshop use or future conversion potential, subject to any necessary permissions.
To the first floor are three well-sized bedrooms, all enjoying a pleasant outlook and offering comfortable accommodation for a range of buyers.
The family bathroom has been adapted with a modern walk-in shower arrangement, creating an accessible and easy-to-maintain space.
Externally, the property enjoys the benefits of its corner plot position, offering larger-than-average outdoor space with lawned gardens, patio seating areas and established planting.
The rear garden provides a private setting to enjoy throughout the warmer months, while the driveway and garage ensure excellent off-street parking provision.
Middlehope Grove remains one of the more desirable residential pockets within Etherley Dene thanks to its quiet cul-de-sac setting and excellent convenience.
The property is ideally placed for easy access into Bishop Auckland town centre, Tindale Retail Park and a wide range of everyday amenities, whilst commuters will appreciate the strong road links connecting across the region.
Properties within this location always prove popular, particularly those offering this level of potential and corner plot positioning.
An internal inspection is strongly recommended to appricate the plot and potential of the residence on offer.
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These enhancements are intended to illustrate the property’s potential and may not reflect its exact current condition.
Buyers are advised to rely on physical viewings to fully appreciate the property.
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This includes buyers once their offer has been accepted. Identity checks must be completed for each purchaser who will become a legal owner of the property.
A £30 administration fee (including VAT) is payable per individual purchaser to cover the cost of these checks.
Value & comps
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Returns
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