Summary - 39 HOTSPUR STREET NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE NE6 5BE
2 bed 1 bath Flat
Characterful Victorian apartment with long lease and upgrade potential.
Two double bedrooms with high ceilings and bay window
Approx. 702 sq ft — average-sized flat with linear layout
Long lease: c.960 years remaining (leasehold)
Tenanted until Feb 2026 — sale may suit investors
Double glazing installed (post-2002) and gas central heating
Solid brick walls; likely no cavity insulation — upgrade opportunity
Located in lively Heaton with excellent transport and amenities
Local area records higher-than-average crime; check safety measures
This two-bedroom flat occupies a first-floor position within a red-brick Victorian terrace in Heaton, close to local shops, cafés and frequent bus routes. The accommodation includes a spacious lounge, modern fitted kitchen, two large bedrooms with high ceilings and a contemporary bathroom — all within an average-sized 702 sq ft layout. A very long lease (approx. 960 years), double glazing and gas central heating are practical benefits that suit a wide range of buyers.
The property will particularly suit first-time buyers seeking period character with reasonable running costs: Council Tax is very low (Band A) and broadband and mobile signals are strong. The neighbourhood is lively and cosmopolitan, with students and professionals nearby, plus good local schools and green spaces such as Heaton Park and Jesmond Dene within easy reach.
Important practical points: the flat is currently tenanted until February 2026, so purchase may be as a buy-to-let investment or for owner-occupation with vacant possession from that date. The area records higher crime levels than average — buyers should factor this into safety and insurance considerations. The building dates from the early 20th century and has solid brick walls with no assumed insulation, so there is potential for energy-efficiency improvements.
Overall this is a characterful, well-located property with long-term security from the lease and clear potential to add value through targeted upgrades to insulation and energy performance. It represents a straightforward entry into Heaton's residential market, whether you plan to live in or let the flat.
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