Summary - 19 Gillies Street, Accrington, BB5 BB5 6RR
2 bed 1 bath Terraced
Affordable two-bed period terrace in central Accrington — chain-free with long lease and garden.
Chain-free two-bedroom stone mid-terrace with long lease (961 years)
Two reception rooms, downstairs WC, enclosed yard with two storage sheds
Double glazed (post-2002) and mains gas central heating in place
Average overall size — 872 sq ft; rooms are medium-sized
Likely uninsulated sandstone/limestone walls — thermal upgrades advised
Area is very deprived and local crime rate is very high — consider safety
Several nearby schools have low Ofsted ratings — family considerations
EPC D and interior is dated; cosmetic renovation can add value
A stone-built mid-terrace offered chain-free, this two-bedroom home is an accessible entry point to Accrington’s housing market. The house keeps period character in a compact, practical layout with two reception rooms, a downstairs WC and an enclosed rear yard with two storage sheds — useful for first-time buyers needing storage and outside space.
The property benefits from double glazing installed post-2002, mains gas central heating with a boiler and radiators, and an EPC rating of D. The long lease (961 years remaining) removes immediate lease length concerns that can deter buyers. At 872 sq ft, rooms are average in size and the layout suits straightforward modernisation rather than a full rebuild.
Notable drawbacks are factual and important: the local area scores high for crime and is very deprived, and several nearby schools have low Ofsted ratings. The sandstone/limestone walls are likely uninsulated, so further thermal improvements may be needed to reduce running costs. The interior shows dated fixtures and will benefit from cosmetic updating to reach its full potential.
This house is best suited to a purchaser wanting an affordable, centrally located starter home or a small-scale investor prepared to carry out modest improvements. Viewing will clarify the level of refurbishment required and the scope to add value in a property that combines solid construction with sensible living space.
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