3-bedroom semi-detached house · DL4 1EX
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About
Situated within a well-established residential area of Shildon, this three-bedroom semi-detached home presents an excellent opportunity for a wide range of buyers, from first-time purchasers looking to step onto the property ladder to investors seeking a property with proven rental demand and strong yield potential.
Requiring a degree of cosmetic modernisation, the property offers a fantastic canvas for buyers to personalise and enhance to their own taste while benefiting from generous internal proportions and a substantial outdoor space.
The accommodation opens into a welcoming entrance hallway which provides access to the principal ground floor rooms.
To the front of the property, a well-proportioned lounge offers a comfortable and versatile living space, filled with natural light from the front-facing window.
Adjacent to this is the kitchen, which spans the rear of the property and provides ample room for a range of cabinetry and appliances, with potential for further modernisation or reconfiguration to suit contemporary living.
Completing the ground floor is the family bathroom, fitted with a three-piece suite.
To the first floor, a central landing leads to three bedrooms, comprising two generous double rooms and a well-sized single bedroom, offering flexible accommodation that could comfortably serve as children’s bedrooms, guest rooms, or a home office for those working remotely.
Externally, the property continues to impress with a large enclosed rear garden, predominantly laid to lawn and offering excellent potential for landscaping, outdoor entertaining, or family use.
The generous plot provides a rare amount of outdoor space for this style of property and could also offer scope for future extensions, subject to the necessary permissions.
To the front, the home benefits from a private driveway providing off-street parking, along with additional frontage that enhances kerb appeal.
Ideally positioned within close proximity to local amenities, schools, and transport links, the property also offers convenient access to neighbouring towns and villages, making it a practical choice for commuters and families alike.
Combining excellent potential, generous outdoor space, and strong investment credentials, this property represents a fantastic opportunity to acquire a home that can be both improved and enjoyed for years to come.
Early viewing is highly recommended to fully appreciate the scale of accommodation and opportunity on offer.
Material Information Local Authority – Durham County Council Council Tax Band – A Tenure – Freehold Property Type – Semi-detached Property Construction – Standard Electricity supply – Mains Water Supply – Mains Sewerage – Mains Heating – Mains gas Estimated Mobile phone coverage – EE: good, Three: OK, 02: outstanding, Vodafone: good Estimated Broadband Download speeds – Basic: 16mb, Superfast: 46mb, Ultrafast: 1800mb Rights & Easements – To be confirmed during the conveyancing process Flood risk – Very low Coastal Erosion – Not applicable Protected Trees – No Conservation area – No Planning Permission – No planning applications Accessibility – No accessibility features Mining Area – Situated in a former mining area Selective License Area – Yes Disclaimer No additional Material Information disclosures have been made by the vendor.
The information provided has been compiled in good faith using resources readily available online and through enquiries made with the vendor prior to marketing the property.
However, details may change after the information has been compiled and published, and Ryan James Estate Agents Ltd cannot accept liability for any changes made after compilation or for any inadvertent errors or omissions.
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