No onward chain, freehold ownership
Two double bedrooms with built-in storage in main bedroom
Traditional layout: separate living and dining rooms
Enclosed low-maintenance front garden and rear yard
EPC D; Council Tax Band A — very low running tax
Heating discrepancy: seller notes recent boiler; records list electric heaters — verify
Roof inspection recommended; potential damp reported in images
Estimated local rents £600–£650 pcm (dependent on standard)
This two-bedroom mid-terrace offers an affordable, chain-free entry to the High Spen market. The layout is traditional with a living room, separate dining room and a rear yard — practical for first-time buyers or buy-to-let investors. The property sits on a small plot and provides low-maintenance outdoor space to front and rear.
Practical features include double glazing, an enclosed gravelled front garden and an included boiler reported to have been installed about two years ago (seller information). Broadband speeds are fast locally and comparable nearby lets have achieved around £600–£650 pcm, suggesting immediate rental potential if required.
Buyers should note some material points: the listing records main heating as electric storage heaters, while the internal description refers to a combi boiler — this conflict and any heating system condition should be verified. The EPC is band D and the property shows signs that need attention: a roof inspection is recommended and image notes flag potential damp. Overall, expect cosmetic updating and likely small repairs rather than a full refurbishment.
Situated in a semi-rural former mining village between the Derwent and Tyne Valleys, High Spen gives easy access to countryside walks and local amenities. With low council tax and freehold tenure, this home suits first-time buyers wanting a manageable purchase, or investors seeking a straightforward refurbishment-to-rent opportunity.
