2-bedroom house · BB3 1HA
To rentListed 55 days · slow let
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About
This two-bedroom terraced house on Gillibrand Street offers straightforward, practical accommodation in Darwen. The property sits across two floors, with a single bathroom serving the household.
The location provides good access to local schooling, with Avondale Primary School, St Cuthbert's Church of England Primary School, and Crosshill Special School all nearby.
For commuting and travel, you're well positioned with three rail stations within reach: Darwen Rail Station, Mill Hill (Lancs) Rail Station, and Cherry Tree Rail Station.
This level of transport connectivity means getting around the area and beyond is genuinely convenient, whether for work or leisure.
The house is in Council Tax band A, which reflects its modest size and value.
With two bedrooms and one bathroom across the floors, the layout works well for a small household, a couple, or someone looking for a straightforward base in the area without unnecessary space or upkeep.
Gillibrand Street itself is a quiet residential street in Darwen, a town with a strong industrial heritage and genuine community character.
The terraced format is typical of the area's housing stock and means you benefit from solid, period construction while being part of an established neighbourhood where people tend to stay put.
This is honest, no-frills housing in a well-connected part of town, suitable for tenants who value practicality and proximity to schools and transport over elaborate features or size.
The modest Council Tax band makes it an economical choice, and the availability of local schools makes it particularly attractive for families.
Value & comps
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