Summary - 25 WESTBOURNE AVENUE GATESHEAD NE8 4NF
2 bed 1 bath Flat
Low-cost entry near Saltwell Park — ideal for renovation or rental income.
Victorian mid-terrace first-floor flat with high ceilings and period features
Short walk to Saltwell Park, leisure centre and local amenities
Long lease (963 years remaining); peppercorn/nominal ground rent implied
Rear yard; no communal garden but private outdoor space
Built pre-1900 with solid brick walls; likely no cavity insulation
Council Tax Band A — very low running tax cost
Area classified as very deprived; crime above average locally
Public notice/repossessed interest on the property — verify before offer
Set within a Victorian mid-terrace, this first-floor two-bedroom flat offers period character, high ceilings and sensible living space for its footprint. The property sits a short walk from Saltwell Park and local amenities, with reliable transport links into Newcastle — practical for buy-to-let or a starter home.
The accommodation includes a lounge, two bedrooms, kitchen, bathroom and a rear yard. The long lease (over nine centuries remaining) and low council tax band make ownership straightforward; double glazing and a mains gas boiler provide everyday comfort. Broadband and mobile coverage are strong in this postcode.
Buyers should note the local area is classified as very deprived with above-average crime, and the building’s solid-brick walls are likely uninsulated. The flat will suit those happy to invest modestly in cosmetic updating and energy-efficiency improvements to maximise rental income or personal comfort. A public notice (offer/repo) affects the sale process and should be checked during purchase due diligence.
Overall, the flat represents a low-entry-price opportunity in a convenient Gateshead location — good for investors seeking yield or first-time buyers wanting a manageable renovation project close to green space and services.
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