Summary - 55 AVENUE VIVIAN HOUGHTON LE SPRING DH4 6HY
3 bed 1 bath Semi-Detached
Renovation project with large west garden and convenient parking.
Three bedrooms with flexible family layout
Large west-facing rear garden ideal for afternoons
Generous paved driveway for off-street parking
Requires full cosmetic renovation throughout
Double glazing present; installation date unknown
Built 1950–1966; cavity-filled walls, mains gas heating
Located in very deprived area; average crime levels
Freehold tenure and very low council tax
This three-bedroom semi-detached home offers clear potential for a buyer willing to renovate. The house sits on a decent plot with a large west-facing rear garden and a generous paved driveway providing off-street parking. Built in the 1950s–1960s and sold freehold, the property has mains gas central heating, double glazing (installation date unknown) and fast broadband and excellent mobile signal — practical basics already in place.
Internally the layout is straightforward: entrance hall, living room, separate dining room, kitchen with adjoining store room, and three bedrooms above. Rooms are small to medium with standard ceiling heights. The interior is dated and requires substantial updating throughout — visible wear to walls, carpets, and fixtures — so expect a full cosmetic refurbishment and possible systems upgrades when budgeting.
Location strengths include several good-rated local schools within reach and a lack of flood risk. However, the immediate area is classified as very deprived with an ‘endeavouring social renters’ local profile and average crime levels; this is an important consideration for buyers prioritising neighbourhood indicators. Council tax is very cheap, which helps running costs.
This property suits a first-time buyer ready to take on a refurbishment project, or an investor looking for a value-add opportunity in a major conurbation. If you need a move-in-ready home, this will require work; buyers should arrange a full survey to identify any structural or service issues before purchase.
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