Summary - 31 KING STREET NEWTON ABBOT TQ12 2LG
3 bed 1 bath Semi-Detached
Characterful three-bed semi in Newton Abbot — central, chain-free and ready to occupy.
Bay-fronted living room with separate dining room
Three bedrooms; one family bathroom upstairs
Chain-free — ready to move into
Private paved garden and useful outbuilding for storage
Very high local crime rate; consider security measures
Small plot; low-maintenance yard, not a large garden
Likely uninsulated cavity walls; energy upgrades recommended
Fast broadband and excellent mobile signal
Set in the heart of Newton Abbot, this three-bedroom Victorian semi offers central convenience and period character at an accessible price. The bay-fronted living room and a separate dining room provide comfortable, adaptable living space for a small family or first-time buyer. The property is offered chain-free and is ready to occupy, with a private paved garden and useful outbuilding for storage.
Practical positives include mains gas heating, double glazing, and fast mobile and broadband — useful for remote working or staying connected. Local facilities are immediate: shops, cafés, a supermarket, and several well-rated primary and secondary schools are within easy walking distance, reducing reliance on cars.
Buyers should note material drawbacks frankly. The plot is small and the rear yard is paved and low maintenance rather than a lawned garden. The area records very high crime rates and higher-than-average deprivation; this will affect amenity perception and some buyers’ priorities. The house dates from c.1930–1949 and has cavity walls likely without insulation, so energy efficiency improvements may be worthwhile to reduce running costs.
Overall, this is a compact, characterful town-centre home that suits buyers seeking a central location, good connectivity and straightforward accommodation. It will particularly appeal to first-time buyers or investors wanting a lettable property, though those seeking a large private garden or a very quiet residential setting may prefer to look elsewhere.
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