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See how verdicts work3-bedroom semi-detached house · DL4 2BG
Sold STCListed 75 days
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An Exciting Opportunity To Create A Home Of Your Own, Offered With No Onward Chain.
Positioned on the ever-popular Queensway in Shildon, this three-bedroom semi-detached home presents an excellent opportunity for buyers looking for a property they can put their own stamp on.
Requiring a degree of cosmetic refurbishment and modernisation, the property offers well-proportioned accommodation, a practical layout and plenty of potential to create a comfortable and stylish home.
Whether you are a first-time buyer searching for an affordable route onto the property ladder, an investor looking to add to an existing portfolio, or someone considering a manageable home for downsizing, this is a property with broad appeal.
Importantly, it is also offered to the market with no onward chain, helping to provide the potential for a straightforward purchase.
The accommodation begins with an entrance hallway providing access into the principal ground-floor living spaces.
The living room is a generous reception room, measuring approximately 12'2" x 15'4", with good proportions for both lounge furniture and additional occasional furnishings.
The ground floor also provides two kitchen areas, offering an interesting degree of flexibility for the property's next owner.
The larger kitchen measures approximately 10'8" x 11'4", while the additional kitchen area measures approximately 10'8" x 7'0".
Subject to the necessary works and any relevant permissions, there is clear potential here for a buyer to rethink the existing arrangement and create a more contemporary layout suited to their own requirements.
To the first floor, the landing leads to the sleeping accommodation and bathroom. There are two well-proportioned bedrooms, with the principal bedroom measuring approximately 10'8" x 10'6".
The second bedroom measures approximately 10'3" x 10'11", providing another comfortable room with space for bedroom furniture.
A further room, measuring approximately 9'4" x 7'7", provides valuable additional flexibility and could be particularly useful as a home office, dressing room, nursery or occasional room, depending upon the requirements of its next owner.
A first-floor bathroom completes the accommodation. While the property would benefit from cosmetic updating, this is precisely where its appeal lies.
Rather than paying a premium for somebody else's choice of finishes, the next owner has the opportunity to modernise the home to their own taste and potentially add value in the process.
Queensway remains a popular residential location within Shildon, providing convenient access to the town's range of everyday amenities, shops, schools and transport connections.
Bishop Auckland, Newton Aycliffe and surrounding areas are also readily accessible, making the location practical for both homeowners and prospective landlords.
For an investor, the combination of location, accommodation and potential makes this an interesting addition to an established rental portfolio.
For a first-time buyer, it represents the chance to create a home from the outset, while those looking to downsize may appreciate the manageable proportions and convenient setting.
Offered for sale with no onward chain, this is a home with genuine potential and an opportunity for its next owner to make it entirely their own.
Early viewing is recommended to fully appreciate the accommodation and possibilities on offer.
Disclaimer These property particulars have been prepared by Ryan James Estate Agents Ltd in consultation with the vendor(s) and are intended as a fair and general guide to the property.
The information provided, including Material Information, has been compiled in good faith using details supplied by the vendor(s), enquiries made prior to marketing and resources reasonably available to us at the time of publication.
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These particulars do not constitute or form part of any offer or contract, and prospective purchasers should satisfy themselves as to the accuracy and relevance of all information provided.
Details may change following publication, and Ryan James Estate Agents Ltd cannot accept liability for subsequent changes or inadvertent errors or omissions.
All measurements, dimensions and distances are approximate, and we have not tested any services, systems, installations or appliances, including (truncated) Identity Verification Requirements HMRC supervises the legal obligation for all estate agents to carry out identity checks on their customers under Anti-Money Laundering regulations.
This includes buyers once their offer has been accepted. Identity checks must be completed for each purchaser who will become a legal owner of the property.
A £30 administration fee (including VAT) is payable per individual purchaser to cover the cost of these checks.
Value & comps
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