Summary - 12 KIRKWALL CORBY NN17 2QZ
2 bed 1 bath Terraced
Affordable two-bed starter with parking, low tax and upgrade potential.
Chain-free freehold starter home with mains gas heating
Compact 569 sq ft — modest rooms and small plot
Double glazing fitted post-2002; cavity walls lack added insulation
Off-street parking and very low council tax
Fast broadband and excellent mobile signal for home working
Small rear garden; requires basic maintenance
Area classified as deprived; constrained rental market locally
Some external features and windows appear dated, renovation potential
This two-bedroom terraced house in Kirkwall, Corby, is a compact, chain-free starter home aimed at first-time buyers seeking affordability and convenience. The property is freehold, fitted with mains gas central heating and double glazing installed after 2002, making it immediately habitable while leaving scope for personalisation.
Inside the footprint is modest (about 569 sq ft) with a simple multi-story layout: living room, kitchen, two bedrooms and a bathroom plus separate WC. The rear garden is small and functional but will need basic maintenance; the property’s cavity walls are as-built with no added insulation, so buyers should consider loft or wall insulation to improve energy efficiency.
Practical strengths include off-street parking, very low council tax, fast broadband and excellent mobile signal — useful for commuters or home workers. The location is close to shops, schools and transport links; several nearby primary and secondary schools have good or outstanding ratings.
Be realistic about the neighbourhood and repair needs. The local area is classified as deprived with a transitional Eastern European community and constrained rental demand, which may affect long-term rental income or resale premiums. Some windows and external elements look dated and the property will reward modest investment rather than being a finished, high-spec home.
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