Summary - 23 FAIRBAIRN DRIVE HOUGHTON LE SPRING DH4 5JQ
2 bed 1 bath Semi-Detached
Ideal starter home with driveway and enclosed garden, close to schools and town centre.
Two double bedrooms and single family bathroom
Full‑width kitchen/diner with built‑in appliances and double doors
Separate utility room and ground‑floor cloakroom/WC
Driveway parking and small enclosed rear garden
Approx. 850 sqft (79 sqm) of internal living space
Freehold tenure; Council Tax Band B (relatively cheap)
EPC awaiting; services and appliances untested — checks recommended
Located in a deprived area with average crime statistics
This modern semi-detached house offers practical living across two double bedrooms and around 79 sqm (850 sqft) of space. The ground floor flows from a light living room to a full‑width kitchen/diner with built‑in appliances and double doors onto an enclosed rear garden. A useful utility room and ground‑floor cloakroom add everyday convenience.
Outside, there is an open front garden with adjoining driveway and a small, enclosed rear garden with pleasant aspects. The property is freehold and sits on the edge of the town centre, with local shopping, good schools and transport links within easy reach — useful for commuting and family life.
Buyers should note the property sits in an area classified as deprived and has average local crime levels; these local factors may affect resale and rental demand. The EPC is awaiting issue and services/appliances have not been independently tested, so purchasers should budget for standard pre‑purchase checks and any recommended remedial works.
Overall this is a straightforward, well‑laid out starter or investment property offering scope for low‑cost improvements to increase appeal and value, particularly to those seeking practical space, parking and a town‑edge location.
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