Summary - 51 RAVENSWORTH ROAD BIRTLEY CHESTER LE STREET DH3 1EN
3 bed 1 bath Flat
Renovation opportunity in central Birtley with long lease and yard close to shops.
No onward chain — vacant first-floor flat
Long lease: approximately 975 years remaining
Requires full renovation: damaged ceilings and worn floors
Compact 575 sq ft; small overall internal size
Rear yard provides private outdoor space
Above-average local crime; area is relatively deprived
Double glazing present but installed before 2002
Council Tax Band A — very low running cost
Offered with no onward chain, this first-floor period property presents strong value for investors or buyers comfortable with renovation. The long lease (about 975 years) and compact 575 sq ft layout make it a low-cost entry into Birtley, with a rear yard and easy access to local shops, transport links and community amenities.
The flat requires substantial updating throughout: ceilings and plasterwork show damage, floors are worn and fixtures are dated. Heating is mains gas with a boiler and radiators, and double glazing is installed but pre-dates 2002. Energy performance is modest (EPC D). These factors mean immediate spend will be needed to modernise and make the home comfortable or lettable to current standards.
Location benefits include fast broadband and excellent mobile signal, proximity to several primary and secondary schools rated Good or Outstanding, and local shops and services. The area is relatively deprived and has above-average crime rates, so buyers should factor local market conditions into planning rental or resale strategies.
This property suits an investor seeking a budget buy-to-let conversion or a buyer aiming for a low-cost renovation project. Legal checks are essential: the sale is subject to a public notice/reposection process and the leasehold terms should be verified by a solicitor before exchange.
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