Summary - 9, MONTROSE STREET, DARLINGTON DL1 1JU
2 bed 1 bath Terraced
Well-presented, affordable terrace near Darlington centre — ideal first home or buy-to-let starter..
No onward chain — ready for quick purchase or tenancy.|Two double bedrooms with bay-front reception room.|Updated kitchen and stylish shower room — move-in ready.|Small, low-maintenance rear courtyard with brick storage.|Freehold tenure, gas central heating, double glazed windows.|EPC D; solid brick walls likely without cavity insulation.|Very high local crime rate and very deprived area — consider suitability.|Modest overall footprint and typical terrace room sizes.
This two-bedroom mid-terrace on Montrose Street is a practical, chain-free option for first-time buyers seeking an affordable entry into Darlington. The house offers two double bedrooms, bay-fronted living, and an updated kitchen and shower room so you can move in with minimal immediate work.
Situated close to Darlington town centre, colleges, and the train station, the location is strong for commuters and students. The low-maintenance rear courtyard and useful brick-built storage are good for urban living and reduce upkeep costs. Gas central heating, double glazing and an EPC D mean the property is comfortable now with scope to improve energy performance.
The home is compact and reflects typical older terrace proportions—room sizes are modest and the plot is small. The surrounding area is very deprived with a very high local crime rate, which will affect suitability for some buyers and may influence rental demand and resale values. Buyers should also note the property's solid brick walls likely lack modern cavity insulation, so further thermal upgrades could be needed.
Overall this property suits a first-time buyer or pragmatic investor looking for an affordable, well-connected terrace with immediate rental or living potential. Expect modest room sizes and some scope for internal modernisation to add value, and weigh the neighbourhood safety and deprivation factors when deciding to view.
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