Summary - 31 FORDE CLOSE NEWTON ABBOT TQ12 4AF
2 bed 1 bath Terraced
Move-in ready Victorian terrace with south-east garden, close to town and transport.
Two double bedrooms with comfortable layouts
Bay-fronted living room and separate dining room with log burner
Enclosed south-east facing garden, low-maintenance
On-street permit parking only — no private driveway
Solid brick walls (1900–1929) assumed without insulation
Higher local crime and area deprivation noted
Double glazing installed post-2002; fast broadband and mobile
Restrictive covenants affecting title and use
A well-presented two-bedroom Victorian terrace offering character features and sensible, move-in-ready accommodation. The house combines a bay-fronted living room and a separate dining room with exposed brick and a log burner, giving a warm, appealing living space for first-time buyers or a small family. The kitchen and adjacent utility room provide practical everyday space, while two double bedrooms upstairs offer comfortable sleeping accommodation.
Outside, the enclosed south-east facing garden is low-maintenance and benefits from morning sun, ideal for breakfast or small social gatherings. The property sits within walking distance of Newton Abbot town centre and public transport links, with fast broadband and excellent mobile signal supporting home working or streaming. Double glazing was fitted after 2002 and the home is freehold with a very low council tax band.
Buyers should note important practical considerations: the mid-terrace was built 1900–1929 with solid brick walls and is assumed to lack cavity insulation, which can affect heating costs. Parking is on-street by permit only — there is no private driveway. The local area is classified as deprived with higher local crime levels, and there are restrictive covenants on the title. These factors reduce running-cost certainty and may influence renovation plans.
Overall, this property suits first-time buyers seeking character and a convenient town-centre location who are prepared to accept modest external space, on-street parking, and potential energy-efficiency upgrade works. It represents accessible entry into home ownership with scope to personalise and improve thermal performance over time.
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