Summary - 12 MELROSE ROAD GAINSBOROUGH DN21 2SD
3 bed 1 bath Semi-Detached
Affordable three-bedroom Victorian semi with scope to modernise and add value..
Bay-front lounge and separate dining room for flexible living
Contemporary galley kitchen with modern appliances and good light
Three bedrooms; third is small, suited as dressing room or single bed
Single ground-floor bathroom only; no en-suite provision
Small, low-maintenance front garden and enclosed rear yard
Solid brick walls likely uninsulated — consider insulation costs
Area has above-average crime and high local deprivation — view in person
Freehold tenure and Council Tax band A, low running costs
This three-bedroom Victorian semi-detached house on Melrose Road offers practical space and clear potential for a first-time buyer or local investor. The property combines a bay-front lounge, separate dining room and a contemporary galley kitchen, arranged over two floors with modest but usable room sizes. The low-maintenance front gravel area and enclosed rear yard suit buyers wanting minimal outside upkeep.
The home is structurally traditional: solid brick construction with pebbledash elevations and double glazing. Heating is mains gas with a boiler and radiators. The interior is generally fair but would benefit from cosmetic updating to modernise finishes and personalise the living spaces. There is only one ground-floor bathroom and a small third bedroom/dressing room, so families should note the more compact sleeping arrangements.
Notable practical points are the small plot size, assumed lack of wall insulation in original solid walls, and the property’s location in an area with above-average crime rates and high local deprivation. These factors may affect resale speed and require buyers to consider additional insulation or security measures. Council Tax band A and freehold tenure are positives for running costs and ownership clarity.
Overall this is a straightforward, affordable three-bed house close to local amenities, schools and the riverside. It suits buyers seeking an entry-level purchase with scope to add value through cosmetic improvements, or landlords targeting the local rental market.
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