Summary - 2 THE CAUSEWAY, DARLINGTON DL1 1EN
2 bed 1 bath Semi-Detached
1930s semi with garage and large garden — renovation opportunity for investors..
- Large corner plot with front, side and rear gardens
- Detached single garage plus driveway parking
- Two reception rooms and two well‑proportioned bedrooms
- Requires refurbishment: kitchen, bathroom and window works
- Solid brick walls likely uninsulated — further insulation needed
- Most glazing double glazed; rear lobby/porch single glazed
- Area shows high crime and very high deprivation indices
- Council Tax Band A (very cheap) may aid rental yields
Set on a generous corner plot in Darlington’s Eastbourne area, this 1930s semi-detached house offers clear refurbishment upside for investors or hands-on buyers. The property extends to about 980 sq ft with two reception rooms, two bedrooms and a detached garage — practical features that suit rental or resale schemes once modernised.
The house retains period character such as a bay-fronted lounge and solid brick walls but requires updating throughout: kitchen, bathroom and some windows need attention, and walls are likely uninsulated. It already has mains gas central heating and double glazing to much of the property, which reduces immediate heating upgrade costs. Off-street parking and a decent garden add genuine appeal in this popular suburb.
Be realistic about the location and condition. The wider area shows high crime and very high deprivation indices, and parts of the property (rear lobby/porch) have single glazing/plastic coverings and will need replacement. Council tax is low (Band A), which aids affordability for tenants but may reflect local demand and yields.
For an investor this home offers a straightforward refurb project with good room proportions, nearby schools, shops and the train station within walking distance — practical attractions for local renters. For a buyer prepared to renovate, the plot size and layout present scope to create a comfortable family home or a strong rental asset once modernised.
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