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See how verdicts work2-bedroom house · DH4 6SZ
Listing removedReduced £30k (−25%) on 18 JulListed 142 days
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About
Tucked away in a peaceful corner of a charming cul-de-sac within the sought-after village of West Rainton, this spacious two-bedroom home enjoys a highly convenient location just off the A690, offering excellent access to the A1(M), A19, Durham City and Sunderland.
The property benefits from a driveway and garage to the front, enclosed rear gardens, and two generously sized double bedrooms.
It is attractively priced to reflect the need for some internal cosmetic updating, presenting an excellent opportunity for buyers to personalise the space to their own taste.
Further advantages include double glazing, a modern gas central heating system, and the added benefit of no onward chain.
Accommodation briefly comprises an entrance porch leading into a well-proportioned open-plan lounge and dining area, featuring stairs to the first floor and a useful built-in storage cupboard.
The fitted kitchen offers a range of storage units, ample worktop space, an integrated oven and hob, space for additional appliances, and double-glazed patio doors opening onto the rear garden.
To the first floor are two double bedrooms, one with a dormer window and a built-in storage/airing cupboard, along with a family bathroom/WC fitted with a shower over the bath.
Externally, the front of the property includes an open-plan flowerbed garden and a driveway leading to a single garage (situated within a block of three).
To the rear, there is an enclosed lawned garden with a paved patio area and gated access.
West Rainton itself offers a range of local amenities including shops, a primary school, and regular bus services to Durham City, Sunderland, and the surrounding areas, making it an ideal location for commuters and families alike.
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About 26, St. Godrics Drive, Houghton le Spring
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