Summary - 38 EAST AVENUE SOUTH SHIELDS NE34 6NX
3 bed 1 bath Semi-Detached
Affordable three-bed semi with gated driveway and low-maintenance gardens..
Corner plot with gated driveway, off-street parking for multiple cars
Open-plan living with contemporary-style kitchen, low-maintenance gardens
Three bedrooms, roughly 764 sq ft overall; rooms medium-sized
Single family bathroom; extra upstairs WC adds convenience
EPC rating E; double glazing pre-2002 — may need energy upgrades
Built 1950–1966 with filled cavity walls; mains gas heating and boiler
Freehold tenure; council tax very cheap; no flood risk
Located in a very deprived area despite low crime and good transport
This three-bedroom semi-detached home on a generous corner plot delivers practical family living at an accessible price. The open-plan ground floor creates a sociable hub with a contemporary-style kitchen, while low-maintenance front and rear gardens give outdoor space without extensive upkeep. A gated driveway provides secure off-street parking for multiple cars, a real plus for busy households.
Inside, rooms are a comfortable, medium size across approximately 764 sq ft. An additional upstairs WC adds convenience, though there is a single family bathroom only. The property is solid mid‑20th century construction with cavity walls and double glazing installed before 2002; boiler and radiators run on mains gas. EPC rating E indicates reasonable comfort but some potential energy-improvement costs.
The location suits families: several good and outstanding local schools are within easy reach, transport links are strong, and local amenities include shops, a pub and regular buses. Crime is low and mobile/broadband connections are excellent. Be aware the wider area records high levels of deprivation, which can affect local services and resale dynamics.
Offered freehold at a competitive price, the house will appeal to first-time buyers and investors seeking value and rental potential. Buyers wanting a long-term family home should factor in modest energy upgrade work and potential modernisation to maximise comfort and efficiency.
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