Summary - The Stray, Darlington DL1 1EP
2 bed 1 bath Semi-Detached
Affordable project near shops, schools and fast commuter links.
Two double bedrooms in a traditional semi-detached layout
Off-street parking for one vehicle, gated rear garden access
Freehold tenure and low Council Tax Band A
EPC rating F — significant energy-efficiency improvements needed
Property needs renovation; cosmetic and likely thermal upgrades
Solid brick walls likely uninsulated, expect insulation costs
Built 1900–1929 with period character but dated fixtures
External w.c; boiler present but no appliance guarantees
This two-bedroom semi in Darlington’s Eastbourne area offers an affordable route onto the property ladder or a clear buy-to-refurbish prospect. The layout is traditional and straightforward: a bay-fronted lounge, kitchen/diner with pantry, two first-floor bedrooms and a family bathroom. Off-street parking and a private rear garden add practical daily conveniences.
The house is offered freehold at a competitive price, making it attractive for first-time buyers or investors seeking value. Key systems are present — mains gas boiler and radiators, double glazing — but the property requires renovation throughout. Expect cosmetic updating, possible improvements to thermal performance (solid brick walls likely uninsulated) and attention to the dated bathroom and kitchen fittings.
Practical positives include low council tax (Band A), decent plot size with a rear garden and external w.c., and good local transport, schools and shops nearby. The EPC rating of F and the need for refurbishment are significant considerations: factor in energy-efficiency upgrades and likely costs for modernising heating, wiring, and insulation.
Viewed objectively, this is a straightforward two-bed with clear scope to add value through selective investment. Buyers wanting a ready-to-move-in home should budget for works; those comfortable with renovation will find potential for uplift in comfort, running costs and resale value.
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