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See how verdicts work2-bedroom semi-detached house · ST2 0AQ
Sold STCListed 114 days
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OVERVIEW This two-bedroom semi-detached house is for sale in Bentilee, Stoke-on-Trent, and requires modernising, offering scope for buyers to update to their own preferences.
It is available with no chain sale. The property provides two double bedrooms, with bedroom one benefiting from built-in wardrobes, and a separate WC and shower room.
There is one reception room and one kitchen.
Situated in a residential area of Bentilee, the house is close to local amenities including everyday shops and services found along nearby high streets in Bentilee and surrounding neighbourhoods.
Families will find several schools in the wider area of Bentilee and Stoke-on-Trent, making the location suitable for those needing access to local education options.
Green spaces and nearby parks are accessible within the locality, offering opportunities for walking routes and outdoor recreation.
The position of the property allows for regular use of these routes for leisure and exercise.
Public transport links are available via local bus services connecting Bentilee with Stoke-on-Trent city centre and neighbouring districts.
The nearest mainline rail services can be accessed from Stoke-on-Trent railway station, which offers routes to destinations such as Manchester, Birmingham and London, with journey times to Manchester and Birmingham typically around 45-60 minutes and to London around 90 minutes on faster services, depending on the chosen train.
This house may be of interest to first-time buyers, investors and families looking for a property to adapt and improve in a location with access to amenities, schools, public transport and green spaces.
ENTRANCE HALL 5' 10" x 3' 4" (1.79m x 1.03m) Entered via a UPVC front door, window to the side elevation, stairs to first floor.
LOUNGE/DINER 14' 7" x 11' 3" (4.46m x 3.44m) Bay window to the front elevation, fire place with surround and hearth, radiator.
KITCHEN 10' 7" x 10' 1" (3.23m x 3.08m) Fitted with a range of wall and base units with worktop over, stainless steel sink unit with drainer, integrated hob and oven with extractor fan over, space for appliances, window to the rear elevation, access to pantry radiator.
PANTRY 4' 2" x 1' 10" (1.29m x 0.58m) Window to the rear elevation UTILITY ROOM 7' 3" x 6' 11" (2.21m x 2.13m) Space for appliances, window to the side elevation, storage cupboard, door leading to rear garden.
BEDROOM 18' 0" x 8' 4" (5.50m x 2.55m) Two windows to the front elevation, built in wardrobe, radiator.
BEDROOM 11' 7" x 10' 4" (3.54m x 3.16m) Window to the rear elevation, fitted wardrobes, bedside tables and dressing table, radiator.
AIRING CUPBOARD 2' 11" x 2' 6" (0.91m x 0.77m) SHOWER ROOM 5' 6" x 4' 10" (1.70m x 1.49m) Window to the rear elevation, shower cubicle, sink basin, heated towel rail.
WC 5' 6" x 2' 5" (1.70m x 0.74m) Window to the side elevation, low level WC. EXTERNAL The property is approached via a driveway which is surrounded with a brick wall and gates.
To the side of the property there is a gate giving access to the side of the property and the rear yard. To the rear of the property there is an enclosed slabbed garden.
AGENT NOTES Martin and Co are required by law to conduct an Anti Money Laundering check on all buyers of a property. There will be a charge of 54.00 including VAT per person.
This is non refundable and payable in advance . This charge covers the cost of the Anti Money laundering and Compliance check.
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