4-bedroom terraced house · DH1 4RL
Sold STCListed 215 days
Opportunity summary
See Archie’s verdict, returns by strategy and what to check before viewing.
About
**Vacant Possession & No Forward Chain** This period terraced home offers split level accommodation with four/five double bedrooms and sits in the heart of Durham City, conveniently placed for access to the Train Station, the Hospital and the University.
Whilst requiring some updating, there are many original features of note, including fireplaces, covings, ceiling roses, deep skirting boards, and beautiful Bay windows, all synonymous with this Period of property.
Starting on the lower ground floor, the property has accommodation that briefly comprises a reception room/bedroom, a shower room/utility and W/C, to the rear is an open plan kitchen diner with a stunning brick-built fireplace, plus a door opening to the landscaped rear garden.
At the ground floor level, there is an entrance porch, an inner hallway, and a lounge with a feature fireplace and a bay window.
The next floor is occupied by a second reception room/additional bedroom with another feature fireplace and Bay window overlooking the rear garden, plus a stunning bathroom with a free-standing bath.
Stairs lead to a half landing with a large window and the main bedroom. There are two further double bedrooms and access to a loft space on the top floor.
Externally, there is a landscaped rear garden with a paved patio area, a lawn, planted borders, a pond, and a wooden summer house.
Accessed via the rear lane, there is a double garage with roller door and an equivalent sized workshop above (accessed via the garden), both with power and lighting.
Albert Street has for many years proved to be a popular location as it is within walking distance of the immediate City Centre, where there is a comprehensive range of shopping and recreational facilities and amenities available.
It is a visually appealing terrace of houses that also lies within walking distance of the bus and railway stations.
It also lies within easy travelling distance of nearby County Hall, Durham University Hospital, the Land Registry, as well as the Durham Johnston School and St Leonards School.
MATERIAL INFORMATION: In compliance with the Consumer Protection from Unfair Trading Regulations 2008 and National Trading Standards Estate and Letting Agency Team’s Material information in property listings Guidance PART A Local Authority – Durham County Council Council Tax Band – F Tenure – Freehold PART B Property Type – Mid-Terrace Property Construction – Standard Number & Types of Rooms – Please refer to the details and floorplan, all measurements taken being the maximum dimensions available between internal walls Gas Supply- Mains Electricity supply – Mains Water Supply – Mains (metered) Sewerage – Mains Heating – Gas fired central heating via radiators Estimated Mobile phone coverage – Please refer to the Ofcom Website - Estimated Broadband Download speeds – please refer to the Ofcom Website – Parking- Detached Garage, on-street (permit required).
PART C Building Safety – (The Vendor is not aware of any Building Safety issues.
However, we would recommend that the purchaser engages the services of a chartered surveyor to confirm) Restrictions – Covenants which affect the property are contained within the Land Registry Title Register which is available for inspection.
Selective licencing area – No Article 4 Planning Restricted area – the property is subject to Article 4 Direction Conservation Area – The property is in Durham City Conservation Area Probate- The sale of the property is subject to obtaining probate Rights & Easements- None Flood risk – Rivers and seas: Very Low / Surface water: Very Low Coastal Erosion – N/A Protected Trees - NA Planning Permission – There are no current planning applications in the locality that we are aware of.
Accessibility/Adaptations – The property has not been altered for accessibility Mining Area – Coal Mining Reporting Area, further searches may be required.
No other Material Information disclosures have been made by the vendor.
This information has been compiled in good faith using resources readily available online and by enquiry of the vendor prior to marketing.
However, such information could change after compilation of the data, so J W Wood cannot be held liable for any changes post compilation or any accidental errors or omissions.
Furthermore, J W Wood are not legally qualified and conveyancing documents are often complicated, necessitating judgement on our part about which parts are “Material Information” to be disclosed.
If any information provided, or other matter relating to the property, is of particular importance to you, please do seek verification from a legal advisor before committing to expenditure.
HMRC supervises the legal obligation for all estate agents to conduct identity checks on their customers, this includes buyers when their offer is accepted.
This must be completed, per purchaser, who in the transaction will result in being the legal owner(s) of the property.
There is a £30 (inc VAT) administration fee per individual purchaser, for these checks.
Value & comps
No previous sales on record.
Returns
Set an offer; the calculator follows it.
We're still gathering serviced-accommodation data for this area.
Archie refurb estimate: a Pro feature
0.0% below asking
This is not financial or investment advice. Prop AI Deals is not authorised by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) to provide investment advice.
All investment calculators, property analyses, and AI-generated insights are for informational purposes only. Property investment carries risk and may result in financial loss. All calculations should be independently verified and you should consult with FCA-authorised financial advisers before making any investment decisions.
Past performance does not guarantee future results. Tax implications vary by individual circumstances.
Deal
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.
Commercial properties like this can earn 30-50% higher yields when converted to residential under Class MA / Q / P / PA, with prior approval costing ~GBP 96/unit. Sign in to see the recommended route, yield uplift, and cost breakdown.
BRRR-suited properties can recycle 80-100% of investor capital on refi, leaving a high-yielding rental with most of the money out. Sign in to see the refurb cost stack, ARV projection, and refinance maths.
Detached + large garden = sub-division play. Pro tier unlocks the tier badge, plot size, uplift estimate, and regional land benchmark.
Short-lease flats trade at deep discount, but extending under the 1993 Act often costs far less than the discount. Pro tier unlocks the tier badge, premium breakdown, long-lease ARV and arbitrage maths.
See projected short-stay revenue vs a vanilla BTL for this property.
See real sub-let margins (HMO room rates & SA nightly rates) vs the landlord rent.
Area
Agent & docs
FAQ
About Albert Street, Durham City, DH1
Explore nearby