Summary - 36 NORTHUMBERLAND STREET WALLSEND NE28 7QB
3 bed 1 bath Apartment
Long lease, low running costs — compact first buy or rental opportunity.
Chain-free three-bedroom first-floor flat, long 999-year lease
A three-bedroom first-floor flat in a traditional red-brick terrace, offered chain-free with a very long peppercorn lease (999 years from 1985). The layout includes a generous lounge, fitted kitchen, family bathroom and three bedrooms — a compact footprint (approx. 613 sq ft) that suits a first-time buyer or buy-to-let investor looking for straightforward accommodation close to local amenities and Richardson Dees Park.
Practical running costs are favourable: Council Tax Band A and an EPC rating of C. The flat has UPVc double glazing, mains gas central heating and good mobile/broadband coverage. The property is convenient for schools, buses and nearby shops, making it a sensible purchase for someone wanting immediate occupancy or rental income with minimal initial layout changes.
Be aware of the local context and some property limitations. The building dates from c.1900–1929 with solid brick walls likely without cavity insulation, so further insulation or energy improvements may be needed. The external space is a small shared courtyard only; there is no private garden or off-street parking. The surrounding area has high crime statistics and is classified as very deprived, which may affect resale or rental values and insurance costs.
Internally the flat appears in average condition from the description; an inspection/survey is recommended to check for damp, the condition of windows and any required maintenance or modernisation. This is a pragmatic, low-cost entry to the local market with scope for modest improvements to increase comfort or rental yield.
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