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See how verdicts work2-bedroom flat · DL14 7QW
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About
Beautifully presented two bedroomed ground floor flat situated on Clayton Court.
Pleasantly positioned in the heart of Bishop Auckland, providing access to a range of local amenities from popular high street retail stores, local businesses, supermarkets, restaurants, Auckland Castle, the creation of the Faith Museum, Spanish Gallery and Mining Art Gallery, Walled Garden as well as the Auckland Tower visitor centre and the Deer Park.
The town has an extensive public transport system, offering regular access via both the train network and bus, to not only the neighbouring towns and villages as well as to further afield places such as Darlington, Durham and Newcastle.
The A688 is close by and leads to the A1(M) both North and South, ideal for commuters.
In brief, the property comprises; an entrance hall leading into the living room, kitchen, two double bedrooms and shower room.
Externally, there is a walled garden to the front laid to lawn with gravelled perimeters and hedging while communal is available within the rear courtyard.
Living Room (5.4 x 3.33 (17'8" x 10'11")) The bright and spacious living room is located to the front of the property offering plenty of space for furniture, modern decor and large window allowing lots of natural light.
Kitchen (2.8 x 2.7 (9'2" x 8'10")) The modern kitchen is fitted with a range of wall, base and drawer units, complementing work surfaces, tiled splashbacks and sink drainer while space is available for free standing appliances including a cooker, washing machine and fridge/freezer.
Master Bedroom (4.21 x 3.28 (13'9" x 10'9")) Generously sized master bedroom with ample space for a king-sized bed and further furniture, benefiting from modern decor, fitted wardrobes with sliding doors and window to the rear elevation.
Bedroom Two (2.61 x 2.28 (8'6" x 7'5")) Another well proportioned double bedroom with neutral decor, fitted wardrobes and window to the rear elevation.
Shower Room The shower room is fitted with a double shower cubicle, heated towel rail, WC and wash hand basin set within a vanity unit.
External Externally, there is a walled garden to the front laid to lawn with gravelled perimeters and hedging while communal is available within the rear courtyard.
Value & comps
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Returns
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Properties like this can earn 2–3x BTL yields when converted to HMO, with retrofit costs around £10k/room. Sign in to see the full tier, yield projection, and cost breakdown.
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