Summary - 33A OLD ELVET DURHAM DH1 3HN
5 bed 4 bath Detached
Grand character home with expansive rooms and cricket-ground views.
Extremely large five-bedroom detached house, c.5,339 sq ft
An imposing 18th-century detached house on Old Elvet, offering exceptionally large family accommodation across c.5,339 sq ft. The house retains original stonework and Gothic Revival character, with high ceilings, a sunken lounge and dining area, and rooms arranged for both formal entertaining and everyday family life. French windows and elevated views face the former cricket pitch and university playing fields, while the property sits a short 400m walk from Durham Market Place and local amenities.
The house was comprehensively renovated in 2002 and presents many upgraded features, including double glazing, a modern boiler and substantial, adaptable living space — including a full-sized snooker room, study and multiple ensuite bedrooms. Practical benefits include a private driveway, large garage block, workshop and secure bike store, plus a generous plot with decked and sunken garden areas and an original well.
Important considerations: the property sits in a largely student-oriented neighbourhood and local crime levels are noted as high; this may affect privacy and security. Flood risk is medium for the location. The stone walls date from the original construction and are assumed to lack modern cavity insulation, which could mean higher heating costs or future insulation works. Council tax is low for the band stated but any buyer should confirm running and maintenance costs.
This house suits a family seeking a substantial, character-filled home in the city centre, or a buyer looking for a distinctive, high-profile property with refurbishment or lettings potential. Viewings are recommended for anyone drawn to period detail, expansive internal space and a rare central Durham address, but buyers should budget for potential upgrade works related to insulation, flood mitigation and security measures.
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