Summary - 16, COVERLEY, CHESTER LE STREET, GREAT LUMLEY DH3 4LS
2 bed 1 bath Bungalow
Sunny rear garden, garage and no onward chain — ideal for a renovation purchase.
Freehold semi-detached bungalow on a sizeable plot
South-east facing mature garden with low maintenance landscaping
Detached garage with remote-controlled door and ample parking
Refitted high-gloss kitchen; 16ft conservatory adds flexible space
Requires updating and some renovation throughout
Probate sale with no onward chain; sale subject to grant of probate
Built 1950s–60s; located in coal mining reporting area (further searches advised)
Single shower room only; approx 661 sq ft (average size)
Set on a sizeable plot in the popular village of Great Lumley, this freehold semi-detached single-storey house offers straightforward living and genuine potential for improvement. The layout includes two double bedrooms, a refitted kitchen, a 16ft living/dining room and a large 16ft conservatory that opens onto a south-east facing garden — ideal for afternoon sun. A detached garage with remote-controlled door and off-street parking add practical appeal.
The price reflects the property’s need for updating and some renovation work; buyers should expect cosmetic and possible fabric upgrades. The home has uPVC double glazing and gas central heating, but it was built in the 1950s–60s so an independent chartered survey is recommended. The sale is a probate transaction and offered with no onward chain, which may suit buyers looking for a quicker exchange subject to probate completion.
Location is a strength: Great Lumley provides local shops, a primary school rated Good, and easy road links to Chester-le-Street, Durham and Newcastle. The plot is of a decent size with a low-maintenance rear garden facing south-east, useful for gardeners or those seeking outdoor space without heavy upkeep. Broadband and mobile signal are reported strong, and crime is low in the area.
Practical notes: the property lies within a coal mining reporting area, so further searches are advisable. There is one shower room only and the accommodation is average in floor area (around 661 sq ft), which will suit downsizers, investors seeking a renovation project, or first-time buyers prepared to improve the home. Council Tax Band is B and tenure is freehold.
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