Summary - Dale Road, Shildon, County Durham, DL4 DL4 2LB
2 bed 1 bath Semi-Detached
Affordable two-bedroom semi with character and renovation potential close to town amenities.
Two double bedrooms with bay-front living room
Requires full modernisation and cosmetic refurbishment
Gas-fired central heating with boiler and radiators
UPVC double glazing and replacement doors fitted
Small rear garden with patio and lawn area
On-street parking only; small front garden accessed by gate
Located close to town centre and short walk to railway station
Area: very deprived with above-average crime; selective licensing
This traditional 1930s bay-fronted semi offers an affordable entry onto the property ladder in Shildon. The layout includes two double bedrooms, a reception room with a bright bay window, dining room with storage, and a functional kitchen with pantry — all within a modest 797 sq ft. The house benefits from mains gas central heating, later double glazing and a rear garden with patio and lawn.
The property requires modernisation throughout: cosmetic updating, kitchen and bathroom renewal, and general refurbishment work are needed to bring the house up to contemporary standards. The plot is small and parking is on-street only. There are no known building-safety issues reported, but purchasers should commission a chartered survey to confirm structural condition and any hidden costs.
Location is practical for everyday needs — the town centre, shops, a Co-op, bus links and the local railway station are all within easy reach. Local primary schools have Good Ofsted ratings and secondary options nearby. Note the area is described as very deprived with above-average crime statistics and the property lies within a selective licensing area; these factors should be considered alongside the low asking price and very cheap council tax band A.
For a first-time buyer willing to invest time and money, this home represents a low-cost opportunity to create a comfortable two-bedroom house with period character and decent transport links. For buy-to-let investors the straightforward plan would be to modernise and rent to local families or workers, but factor in potential licensing requirements and local market conditions.
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