Summary - 9 THE OVAL STAINTON GROVE BARNARD CASTLE DL12 8UQ
3 bed 1 bath Semi-Detached
Three-bedroom semi with gardens and strong renovation potential in Barnard Castle..
3 bedrooms with a large through living room and utility/store
Front and rear gardens; front currently overgrown
Single gated driveway; off-street parking for one car
Dated kitchen, bathroom; requires full modernisation
Non‑standard construction; may affect mortgage/insurance options
Double glazing (pre‑2002) and mains gas central heating present
Decent plot size and refurbishment potential for value uplift
Low crime area, fast broadband, very cheap council tax
A three-bedroom semi-detached mid-century home in Stainton Grove with clear scope for renovation and value uplift. The property sits on a decent plot with gardens to front and rear and a gated driveway providing off-street parking for one car. Internally the layout is practical: a large through living room, separate kitchen with utility/store, three first-floor bedrooms and a single bathroom. Services include mains gas central heating, double glazing and a D-rated EPC with realistic potential to improve.
This is a straightforward refurb project suited to a first-time buyer or investor prepared to update finishes and systems. The house is of non-standard construction and shows signs of general wear: an overgrown front garden, dated kitchen, and external maintenance required. These factors mean an attentive renovation programme will be needed to make the most of the space and increase energy and market performance.
Location is a strength: Barnard Castle town centre is about 1.5 miles away with wider road links to the A66 and A1(M) and rail connections at Darlington and Durham. The setting is semi-rural with low local crime, fast broadband, and nearby schools and amenities, making it practical for family life or rental demand. Freehold tenure and low council tax banding reduce ongoing running costs.
Buyers should note the material drawbacks plainly: non-standard construction may affect mortgage options and building works, and the property requires refurbishment throughout. If you’re seeking a modest family home to personalise or an investment with uplift potential, this house offers a workable canvas in an affluent, rural-adjacent area.
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