Chain-free three-bed semi with garden, driveway and excellent transport links — ideal first-time buy.
No upper chain — ready for a quick sale
Three bedrooms; master with ensuite
Two reception rooms; neutral décor throughout
Kitchen functional but could benefit from modernisation
Small, well-kept rear garden and driveway parking
Freehold tenure; council tax Band B (relatively cheap)
Fast broadband and excellent mobile signal
Located in an area with higher crime and local deprivation
This three-bedroom semi-detached house on Makendon Street is a practical, chain-free starter home with clear potential. Neutral décor and two reception rooms give a ready-to-move-in feeling while offering scope for cosmetic updating, particularly in the kitchen, to add value and personalise the space.
Well-proportioned bedrooms include an ensuite to the master and two additional bathrooms, which suits busy households or those hosting guests. Outside, a small but well-kept garden and driveway provide outdoor space and off-street parking — a useful convenience in a built-up area.
Location is a strong selling point: local shops, bus routes and Hebburn Metro are within walking distance, with good primary schools nearby and reasonable links to Newcastle and South Shields. Practical extras include freehold tenure, low council tax (Band B), fast broadband and excellent mobile signal.
Be clear about notable downsides: the property sits in an area with higher crime rates and wider local deprivation, and the plot is small. The kitchen would benefit from modernisation if you want contemporary finishes or rental uplift. Investors should factor these local-area issues into yield and tenant demand assessments.