Summary - 8, NORTHGATE, KENDAL LA9 6HY
2 bed 1 bath Bungalow
Quiet, practical plot with garage and clear renovation potential close to schools.
Chain free freehold bungalow with immediate vacant possession
Bay‑windowed lounge, sun room, kitchen, two bedrooms and one bathroom
Detached garage, driveway parking and decent front and rear gardens
Approx 621 sq ft; modest internal size suitable for downsizers or small family
Needs modernisation throughout; likely upgrades: insulation, windows, decor
Cavity walls assumed uninsulated; energy improvements advised
Post‑war construction (c.1950–66); double glazing present, install date unknown
Local negatives: above‑average crime and wider area deprivation noted
A semi‑detached, two-bedroom bungalow in Northgate, Kendal offered freehold and chain free. The single-storey layout includes a bay‑windowed lounge, kitchen, sun room and a loft skylight that may offer storage or conversion potential. The plot includes front and rear gardens, a tarmac driveway and a detached single garage — practical for parking and storage.
The property requires modernisation throughout and will suit buyers looking to personalise or extend subject to consents. Structural risks are not indicated, but the dwelling is post‑war (c.1950–66) with cavity walls assumed to lack insulation; upgrading heating, wiring, windows or insulation is likely to be needed to improve comfort and running costs. Current gas boiler and radiators feed the heating system; glazing is double but install date is unknown.
Location strengths include no flood risk, fast broadband, excellent mobile signal and a range of nearby schools rated Good. Note the local area indicators: higher than average crime and wider area deprivation, which may matter to some buyers. The property’s modest total area (approx. 621 sq ft) and single bathroom make it most suitable for downsizers, small families or buyers wanting a renovation project with good access to Kendal amenities.
Overall this is a straightforward opportunity to buy a convenient, single-storey home with garage and garden on a decent plot. Expect to invest in cosmetic and energy-efficiency improvements to unlock full value; sale is offered with no onward chain for a quicker transaction.
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