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See how verdicts work2-bedroom bungalow · DH1 5AG
Sold STCListed 539 days
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About
No Upper Chain ** Pleasantly Situated ** Very Popular Location ** Recently Upgraded Kitchen ** Walking Distance to New College, University Hospital & Aykley Heads ** Upvc Double Glazing, Gas Central Heating via Combination Boiler ** Gardens, Garage and Driveway ** Briefly comprises an entrance hall, a comfortable lounge or bedroom, a second reception room or bedroom with French doors to the garden, a main bedroom, a fitted kitchen with breakfast area, a separate utility room with access to the garage and garden, and a bathroom with a white suite and over-bath shower.
Westcott Drive is situated in a highly regarded and well-established residential neighbourhood that has consistently remained in high demand over the years.
This sought-after location benefits from a convenient proximity to a range of local amenities, including a variety of neighbourhood shops, cafés, and services available in the nearby community of Framwellgate Moor.
For those seeking more extensive retail, leisure, and cultural offerings, Durham City Centre is located just over a mile away and offers a vibrant mix of shops, restaurants, entertainment venues, and historic attractions.
The property enjoys an excellent position for access to several key institutions and workplaces, including the University Hospital of North Durham, the Land Registry, New College Durham, County Hall, and the Aykley Heads business district.
Commuters will also appreciate the close proximity—just a short drive—of the A(167) Highway, which offers efficient road links to destinations both north and south, connecting easily to the wider regional road network.
Altogether, Westcott Drive combines the comforts of a mature residential setting with the convenience of nearby amenities and major transport routes.
Hallway - 5 x 12'04 - Lounge Or Bedroom - 4.57m x 3.48m (15'0 x 11'5) - Kitchen Breakfast Room - 3.51m x 3.35m (11'6 x 11'0) - Main Bedroom - 3.61m x 3.35m (11'10 x 11'0) - Dining Room Or Bedroom - 10'6 x 11'09 - Bathroom/Wc - 6'09 x 5'05 - Agent Notes - Electricity Supply: Mains Water Supply: Mains Sewerage: Mains Heating: Gas Central Heating Broadband: Basic 10 Mbps, Superfast 80 Mbps, Ultrafast 10000 Mbps Mobile Signal/Coverage: Good Tenure: Freehold Council Tax: Durham County Council, Band C - Approx.
£2,268 p.a Energy Rating: D Disclaimer: The preceding details have been sourced from the seller and OnTheMarket.com.
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