Summary - 2, Rectory Terrace, Shincliffe DH1 2NW
3 bed 1 bath Terraced
Hands-on renovation project in a sought-after Durham village with excellent schools nearby.
Three well-proportioned bedrooms with built-in storage in master
Character lounge with fireplace and bay window
Generous kitchen-diner offering scope to open-plan
Garage and private rear courtyard with mature planting
Requires full refurbishment throughout including likely rewiring
Solid stone walls assumed with no insulation — upgrade recommended
EPC rating E; energy improvements will be needed to modernise
Small plot; single bathroom may limit family use until extended
A rare period terrace in Shincliffe, this three-bedroom property offers significant scope for refurbishment and rental or resale uplift. Set in a desirable DH1 village, the house retains character features such as a fireplace and original external stonework, while providing a generous kitchen-diner and a compact rear courtyard with garage.
The house has been owner-occupied since 1960 and now requires full renovation throughout: cosmetic and systems upgrades, potential insulation of solid walls, and modernisation of the bathroom and kitchen. The current EPC is E and the property sits on a small plot, so buyers should factor in upgrade costs and insulation improvements to reach modern standards.
Internally, rooms are well proportioned with three bedrooms and a character lounge with a fireplace and bay window — ideal for restoring period detail. The garage to the rear and courtyard provide useful storage or private outdoor space. Broadband and mobile signal are strong, and nearby schools and village amenities support family occupation.
This home will suit an investor seeking a refurbishment project for rental or resale, or a buyer looking to create a long-term family home in a very affluent, well-connected village on the outskirts of Durham. Important practical points: Freehold tenure, single bathroom, moderate council tax (Band D), average crime levels, and potential need for major works to heating, electrics and insulation.
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