Summary - Rokeby Street, Sunderland, Tyne and Wear, SR4 7EQ SR4 7EQ
2 bed 1 bath Cottage
Low-priced auction project in Millfield — renovation required, strong upside for investors.
Victorian two-bedroom cottage with period features and bay window
Freehold tenure; approximately 740 sq ft total internal area
Needs full refurbishment — sold as a renovation project
For sale at auction; buyer fees apply and auction terms apply
Private rear yard; small plot with scope for modest improvements
Fast broadband and excellent mobile signal — good for tenants
Located near shops, bus and rail links, and several good schools
Area classified as deprived; average crime and small room sizes
An affordable two-bedroom Victorian cottage in Millfield, Sunderland, offered at auction with clear scope for refurbishment and uplift. The property is freehold, set over approximately 740 sq ft, and sits close to local amenities, public transport links and several well-regarded schools — a convenient position for tenants or a small family.
The house retains period features such as a bay window, high ceilings in the living room and a traditional layout with two reception rooms. A private rear yard provides basic outdoor space and scope for modest landscaping or storage. Broadband speeds are reported as fast and mobile signal is excellent, useful for working from home or letting to digitally connected tenants.
Material considerations are straightforward and significant: the property needs renovation throughout and is sold via auction (buyer fees apply). The area is classified as deprived with average crime levels, the plot is small, and rooms are average-to-small in size. These factors are reflected in the low guide price and create potential for capital improvement for buyers who can manage refurbishment works.
This home will suit cash buyers, investors seeking a refurbishment project for rental or resale, or first-time buyers able to supervise works. Viewings and pre-auction checks are recommended so buyers can accurately cost repairs and understand auction terms before committing.
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