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See how verdicts work3-bedroom semi-detached house · DH1 2BL
For saleReduced £10k (−5%) on 27 OctListed 45 days
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About
Offered with vacant possession and no forward chain, this well-presented semi-detached family home is situated within a popular residential area, conveniently located for local shops and schools.
The property benefits from off-street parking for three cars and a mature south-facing rear garden.
Well presented throughout, yet offering scope for some modernisation, this attractive family home is sure to appeal to a variety of purchasers.
The property is accessed via the front entrance into a welcoming hallway.
The spacious open-plan lounge and dining room are flooded with natural light from the large front window, while double doors provide direct access to the rear garden.
A fitted kitchen, with space for a breakfast table, completes the ground floor accommodation. To the first floor are two double bedrooms, a third single bedroom, a family bathroom and a separate WC.
Externally, the property features an open front garden with mature planting, together with off-street parking for three vehicles and convenient side access to the rear garden.
The south-facing rear garden is well stocked with a variety of mature plants, shrubs and trees, complemented by patio areas that provide an ideal space for relaxing and entertaining.
The property also benefits from gas central heating and double glazing.
Belmont offers an excellent range of local amenities, including everyday shops, a post office, public library and doctor's surgery, all within easy reach.
More extensive shopping, leisure and cultural facilities can be found in Durham City Centre, approximately three miles away.
The property's location also provides excellent transport links via the A690 and A1(M), offering convenient access to destinations both north and south.
MATERIAL INFORMATION: In compliance with the Consumer Protection from Unfair Trading Regulations 2008 and National Trading Standards Estate and Letting Agency Team’s Material information in property listings Guidance PART A Local Authority – Durham County Council Council Tax Band – C Tenure – Freehold PART B Property Type – Semi-Detached Property Construction – Standard Number & Types of Rooms – Please refer to the details and floorplan, all measurements taken being the maximum dimensions available between internal walls Gas Supply- Mains Electricity supply – Mains Water Supply – Mains (not metered) Sewerage – Mains Heating – Gas fired central heating via radiators Estimated Mobile phone coverage – Please refer to the Ofcom Website - Estimated Broadband Download speeds – please refer to the Ofcom Website – Parking- Off Street Parking, On-Street Parking (no permit) PART C Building Safety – (The Vendor is not aware of any Building Safety issues.
However, we would recommend that the purchaser engages the services of a chartered surveyor to confirm) Restrictions – Covenants which affect the property are contained within the Land Registry Title Register which is available for inspection.
Selective licencing area – No Article 4 Planning Restricted area – the property is subject to Article 4 Direction Conservation Area – N/A Rights & Easements- None Flood risk – Rivers and seas: Very Low / Surface water: Very Low Coastal Erosion – N/A Protected Trees - NA Planning Permission – There are no current planning applications in the locality that we are aware of.
Or planning details that are known Accessibility/Adaptations – The property has not been altered for accessibility Mining Area – Coal Mining Reporting Area, further searches may be required.
No other Material Information disclosures have been made by the vendor.
This information has been compiled in good faith using resources readily available online and by enquiry of the vendor prior to marketing.
However, such information could change after compilation of the data, so J W Wood cannot be held liable for any changes post compilation or any accidental errors or omissions.
Furthermore, J W Wood are not legally qualified and conveyancing documents are often complicated, necessitating judgement on our part about which parts are “Material Information” to be disclosed.
If any information provided, or other matter relating to the property, is of particular importance to you, please do seek verification from a legal advisor before committing to expenditure.
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This must be completed, per purchaser, who in the transaction will result in being the legal owner(s) of the property.
There is a £35 (inc VAT) administration fee per individual purchaser, for these checks.
Value & comps
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Returns
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