Summary - FAIRWAY COURT 47 FLETCHER ROAD GATESHEAD NE8 2AY
2 bed 2 bath Apartment
Modern two-bed apartment with views, parking, and strong commuter links..
- Top-floor apartment with sweeping Quayside and city views
- Open-plan lounge/kitchen with balcony for outdoor space
- Two double bedrooms; main bedroom includes ensuite
- Allocated underground parking and lift access to all floors
- Leasehold with 103 years remaining
- High annual service charge (£3,360) and ground rent (£250)
- EPC rating D; electric room heaters, higher running costs possible
- Local area flagged as deprived with a high crime rate
A top-floor, two-bedroom apartment offering wide city and Quayside views from a contemporary development. The open-plan living area and fitted kitchen give a bright, sociable layout, and a balcony extends the living space for morning coffee or evening relaxation. Both bedrooms are doubles; the principal has an ensuite and the second benefits from fitted wardrobes. Two modern bathrooms add everyday convenience for households or tenants.
Practical features include an allocated underground parking space, lift access, secure entry and communal gardens. Broadband speeds and mobile signal are reported as strong, helping commuters and remote workers. The property is leasehold with 103 years remaining and sits in Council Tax band C.
Buyers should note the property’s running costs: an average annual service charge of £3,360 and a ground rent of £250. Heating is electric, supplied by room heaters, and the EPC rating is D. The surrounding area scores as deprived with a high local crime rate; these factors are relevant for owner-occupiers and investors alike and may affect rental demand or resale perceptions.
This apartment suits first-time buyers seeking a modern, low-maintenance home with good transport links, or investors targeting students and commuters close to the city and Quayside attractions. It offers immediate move-in condition with scope to improve energy efficiency and reduce running costs over time.
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