Summary - Bensham Crescent, Gateshead, Tyne and Wear, NE8 NE8 2YB
3 bed 1 bath Flat
Chain-free starter or investor opportunity close to transport and schools.
Three bedrooms within circa 709 sq ft (compact layout)
Vacant possession and no onward chain
Victorian period features: high ceilings, bay windows
Rear yard; gas central heating; Council Tax Band A
Requires modernisation throughout to meet current standards
Area recorded as very deprived; local crime rate high
Fast broadband; average mobile signal; good transport links
Small overall size for three-bedroom use; budget renovation costs
A compact three-bedroom flat on Bensham Crescent offering vacant possession and no onward chain. The property occupies approximately 709 sq ft within a Victorian terrace, with high ceilings, bay windows and period character in the living room. There is a rear yard and gas central heating; Council Tax is low (Band A). Broadband speeds are reported fast and transport links into Gateshead and Newcastle are convenient.
The layout suits a first-time buyer seeking a starter home or an investor looking for a buy-to-let opportunity. The accommodation is straightforward: entrance hall, bright lounge, kitchen with fitted units, three bedrooms and a family bathroom. Several nearby schools include an Outstanding primary and good-rated options, while local amenities and frequent bus links are within walking distance.
Be realistic about condition and context: the interior will need modernisation to reach contemporary standards, and the surrounding area is classified as very deprived with a high local crime rate. Mobile signal is average and the flat is small for three bedrooms, so budget for upgrades and ongoing maintenance. No flood risk is recorded.
Chain-free and sold with vacant possession makes a quicker move possible. This property is best for buyers who value period features and location convenience and who are prepared to refurbish to increase comfort or rental yield.
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