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See how verdicts work4-bedroom bungalow · SR6 9LD
Sold STCReduced £5k (−1.8%) on 26 OctListed 111 days
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About
In this sought after location within easy walking distance of the sea front, local beaches and Roker Park and conveniently placed for a range of additional amenities, an opportunity to purchase a well cared for and improved semi detached Dutch style bungalow, a style of property that has been in consistently high demand over the years and which has the added advantage of a generously proportioned corner garden site.
Featuring spacious and versatile accommodation ideally suited to a range of potential purchasers, the property includes two good sized reception rooms, a well appointed kitchen with appliances, a ground floor bedroom and bathroom and combi type gas central heating.
To the first floor there are three further bedrooms.
Externally there are mature gardens to the front, side and rear and a very good-sized detached garage suitable for storage or as a useful workshop and with additional secure driveway parking.
This is a property with undoubted potential and early viewing is strongly recommended.
It comprises: entrance hall, lounge, dining room, kitchen, 4 bedrooms, bathroom/wc, gas CH (combi), uPVC double glazing, carpets, garage, gardens ENTRANCE PORCH Tiled floor; spotlights ENTRANCE HALL Cloaks cupboard; spotlights; radiator LOUNGE 14' 6" x 11' 10" (4.44m x 3.62m) Radiator DINING ROOM 10' 9" x 12' 11" (3.28m plus bay x 3.96m) Radiator KITCHEN 12' 0" x 6' 3" (3.68m x 1.91m) plus (1.19m x 2.03m) Good range of fitted wall and floor units having hardwood working surfaces; one and a half bowl sink with mixer tap; built in electric oven; electric hob; integrated microwave; Bosch dishwasher; spotlights; over bench lighting; wall mounted Baxi combi boiler; LEAN-TO UTILITY ROOM 5' 6" x 10' 10" (1.68m x 3.32m) Working surface; Bosch automatic washing machine; Bosch fridge and freezer; radiator BEDROOM 1 10' 9" x 11' 10" (3.30m x 3.61m) Range of wardrobes and cupboards; radiator BEDROOM 2 14' 6" x 10' 9" (4.42m plus bay x 3.30m) Built in cupboard; spotlights; radiator BEDROOM 3 6' 2" x 8' 2" (1.89m x 2.49m) Eaves storage cupboard; spotlights; radiator BEDROOM 4 6' 2" x 9' 8" (1.88m x 2.96m) Eaves storage cupboard; spotlights; radiator BATHROOM/WC (GROUND FLOOR) Panel bath with Triton shower over; pedestal hand basin with mixer tap; low level wc (white suite); tiled walls; spotlights; radiator Extras (Included in price): All fitted carpets, blinds, curtains and light fittings Gas central heating (combi type) uPVC double glazing Double gates to side to a car port leading to a very good sized detached garage Corner site with gardens to the front, side and rear with paved patio; shed; greenhouse and outside tap; We understand that the property is Freehold Council Tax Band D EPC Rating to be confirmed VIEWING: By appointment through this office Please Note: These particulars are intended to provide a general outline only for the guidance of prospective purchasers and do not constitute, nor shall constitute, part of an offer or contract.
Intending purchasers must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise as to the correctness of such information.
The Vendor does not make or give, and neither the Directors of Alfred Pallas, nor any person in their employment has any authority to make or give any warranty in relation to this property.
Where reference is made to the tenure details of the property (including any relevant ground rent or service charge), this information should not be relied upon without being verified independently by the legal adviser of any intending purchaser.
Please note that the services and appliances in the property have not been tested.
Nothing in these particulars shall be deemed a statement that the property is in good condition, nor that any services, appliances or any fittings are in working order or satisfy current regulations.
Any measurements, areas or distances referred to are approximate and are not precise. Accordingly room sizes should not be relied upon for carpets or furnishings.
Plans and floor plans are for identification purposes only and are not to scale.
Information relating to the current council tax banding and standard amount payable is provided for guidance only and should be independently verified prior to purchase.
In particular, purchasers should make their own enquiries with the Local Authority whether a property banding could be subject to review following purchase.
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