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See how verdicts work4-bedroom detached house · BT42 2ED
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About
Superbly located in the Galgorm Road area of Ballymena, No. 2 Shandon Park occupies a stunning mature plot offering an excellent level of privacy in one of the town’s most sought after locales.
Although in need of some modernisation, the property offers generous accommodation to include four bedrooms and two reception rooms, with aspects to the front and rear taking in the greenery outside.
The rear gardens offer a level of tranquillity seldom found in suburban spaces, perfect for spending long Summer evenings as a family.
A short walk from Ballymena Academy and Cambridge House Grammar schools, the railway station and town centre are within comfortable walking distance, whilst main arterial roads are nearby in the opposite direction.
A blank canvas perfect for those seeking a family home they can put their own stamp on, please contact our office for viewing arrangements. Ground floor Hallway :- Cloakroom off.
Staircase to first floor. Lounge 5.79m x 3.02m (19’0’’ x 9’11’’) :- Aspect to rear.
Dining room 5.54m x 3.35m ( 18’2” x 11’0”) :- Wooden flooring. Tiled fireplace and hearth.
Kitchen/Dining 5.49m x 2.65m (18’0’’ x 8’8’’) :- Includes range of eye and low level units. Stainless steel sink unit. Space for cooker and fridge/freezer.
Part tiled walls. First floor Landing Bedroom 1 4.07m x 3.13m (13’4” x 10’3”) :- Fitted slide robes.
Bedroom 2 3.26m x 3.12m (10’8’’ x 10’3’’) :- Walk in storage area.
Bedroom 3 3.02m x 2.66m (9’11’’ x 8’9’’) :- Wooden flooring.
Bedroom 4 3.02m x 2.35m (9’11’’ x 7’9’’) :- Wooden flooring.
Bathroom 2.70m x 2.14m (8’10’’ x 7’0’’) :- Includes white three piece suite comprising lfwc, whb and bath. Tiled to sanitary ware.
Fully tiled shower cubicle with electric shower. External Front :- Gated tarmac driveway and parking area. Laid in lawn with mature shrubbery.
Attached Garage 4.95m x 2.96m (16’3” x 9’9”) :- Roller door. Side :- Access to rear. Rear :- Laid in lawn with mature shrubbery.
Enclosed with evergreen hedges.
Predominantly double glazed windows Oil fired central heating system 1400 SQ FT (approx) Approximate rates calculation - £1,740 Freehold assumed New oil tank installed at beginning of 2026 All measurements are approximate Viewing strictly by appointment only Free valuation and mortgage advice available N.B.
Please note that any services, heating system, or appliances have not been tested and no warranty can be given or implied as to their working order.
IMPORTANT NOTE We endeavour to ensure our sales brochures are accurate and reliable. However, they should not be relied on as statements or representatives of fact and they do not constitute any part of an offer or contract. The seller does not make any representation or give any warranty in relation to the property and we have no authority to do so on behalf of the seller.
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