Summary - 10 KIRKSTONE CLOSE HOUGHTON LE SPRING DH5 8DW
2 bed 1 bath Terraced
Freehold two-bed terrace with garden and parking — auction sale, ideal for first-time buyers or investors.
2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom in a mid-terrace (approx. 744 sq ft)
Freehold tenure with gas central heating and double glazing
Small front and rear gardens plus driveway off-street parking
EPC rating C; Council Tax Band A — low running costs
Sold by auction — 56-day completion; 4.5% non-refundable reservation fee
Local area: very deprived, above-average crime — factor location risk
Built c.1996–2002; cavity walls filled, modern terrace construction
Likely cosmetic/upkeep works needed to maximise resale or rental value
A compact two-bedroom mid-terrace offered freehold and sold via auction — a practical step-in or buy-to-let opportunity in Houghton Le Spring. The house provides a lounge, fitted kitchen, first-floor bathroom and two good-sized bedrooms across approximately 744 sq ft. Gas central heating and double glazing are already in place, and the EPC is a solid C.
Outside there’s a small front and rear garden plus driveway parking, useful in this area. Council Tax Band A keeps running costs low. The property was built around the turn of the century and has cavity walls with filled insulation.
Important purchaser information: this sale uses the Modern Method of Auction with a 56-day completion window. Buyers must pay a non-refundable Reservation Fee of 4.5% of the purchase price (minimum £6,600 including VAT) in addition to the price. Inspect carefully and consult lenders before bidding.
Location strengths include nearby primary and secondary schools (several rated Good or Outstanding) and local convenience amenities. Be aware the area shows higher crime rates and marked economic deprivation; exterior maintenance and cosmetic updates are likely needed to maximise value.
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