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Brinkburn Avenue, Gateshead, NE8

PROPERTY TYPE

Flat

BEDROOMS

2

BATHROOMS

1

SIZE

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Describes how you own a property. There are different types of tenure - freehold, leasehold, and commonhold.Read more about tenure in our glossary page.

Key features

  • Two Bedroom Ground Floor Flat
  • Requires Updating
  • Council Tax Band A
  • EPC Rating D

Description

FOR SALE BY ONLINE AUCTION ENDING 12TH NOVEMBER 2025 AT 12:00PM. THE PROPERTY IS SOLD UNDER UNCONDITIONAL AUCTION TERMS AND CONDITIONS.

Set within a popular and well-established residential location, and ideally positioned for access to the award-winning Saltwell Park, is this two-bedroom ground floor flat. Offering fantastic potential, the property requires updating and refurbishment, making it an excellent opportunity for buyers wishing to place their own personal stamp on their home.

The accommodation is thoughtfully arranged, beginning with a welcoming hallway that leads into a spacious lounge. This reception room enjoys a focal point feature fireplace set into the chimney breast, complemented by a traditional built-in cupboard to one of the alcoves, enhancing both character and practicality.

To the rear, the kitchen is fitted with built-in cooking appliances and provides direct access to the rear yard. From here, a door opens to the bathroom, which is equipped with a walk-in shower, low-level WC, and hand wash basin.

There are two well-proportioned bedrooms, with the principal bedroom positioned to the front aspect. This room benefits from traditional style features, including ceiling coving, a central ceiling rose, and a beautiful fireplace set into the chimney breast, adding charm and character to the space.

Externally, the property benefits from access to a shared rear yard, while the surrounding area offers a wealth of local amenities and facilities, as well as transport routes and services for commuters.

This flat will appeal to a wide range of buyers, including first-time purchasers looking for a project, investors seeking a rental opportunity, and those wishing to downsize without compromising on location.

This property is being sold subject to unconditional auction terms and conditions.

Timescales

Immediate exchange of contracts. Completion must take place within 28 days.

Buyer Fees

This property is sold subject to a non-refundable purchase premium of 2.4% inc VAT subject to a minimum of £3.000 including VAT. This does not form part of the purchase price.

Deposit

In order to secure the purchase a buyer will pay a deposit of 5% (subject to a minimum of £3,000) which contributes towards the overall purchase price of the property.

The deposit is non-refundable.

Legal Pack

A legal pack is available for this property. We strongly advise all potential bidders thoroughly read through the legal pack prior to bidding, paying particular attention to the special conditions. If you are unsure of anything contained within the pack, please consult a legal representative.

More Information

For further information please contact our auction department on or email

ONLINE AUCTION NOTICE

I hereby acknowledge and confirm the following:

Once placed, my bid cannot be withdrawn and will stand until 2 hours after the auction closes. My bid may be accepted by the seller at any time before the close of the auction. I have read and understood the terms of the auction and my bid is placed accordingly. I have read and understood the legal pack applicable to this property and I understand that I am bound by the special conditions contained within. If my bid is successful at any point from now until up to 2 hours after the auction closes, I shall be bound by the lot terms and conditions as advertised online.

The auction will continue to run if there is a bid within 5 minutes of the closing time. After 5 minutes without a bid, providing the reserve price has been met, the highest bidder will be successful. If there is another bid within 5 minutes of the last bid, the auction countdown timer will be restarted for another 5 minutes to allow further bidding. This system makes it fairer for all parties involved and prevents last second bidding.

Please bid in good time before the end of the auction, delaying your bid to the last seconds may disadvantage you if your connection slows or you lose internet connectivity. It is the bidder's responsibility to ensure the bid has been lodged with the auctioneer. The auctioneer accepts no responsibility for bids that are not received or are received late, and reserves the right to reject any bid without notice.

Lounge

4.3m x 3.2m

Kitchen

3.2m x 2.44m

Bathroom

2.1m x 1.7m

Bedroom One

4.93m x 3.9m

Bedroom Two

3.38m x 2.29m

Tenure

Sarah Mains Residential have been advised by the vendor that this property is leasehold although we have not seen any legal written confirmation to be able to confirm this. Please contact the branch if you have any queries in relation to the tenure before proceeding to purchase the property.

Property Information

Local Authority: Gateshead
Flood Risk: This property is listed as currently having a very low risk of flooding although we have not seen any legal written confirmation to be able to confirm this. Please contact the branch if you have any queries in relation to the flood risk before proceeding to purchase the property.
TV and Broadband: BT, Sky – Basic, Superfast, Ultrafast in the area
Mobile Network Coverage: EE, Vodafone, Three, O2 in the area Please note, we have not seen any documentary evidence to be able to confirm the above information and recommend potential purchasers contact the relevant suppliers before proceeding to purchase the property.

Recording Devices

Please be aware that some properties may be equipped with CCTV, video doorbells, or other recording devices (including internal audio/video surveillance) for security purposes. While viewings are conducted in private homes, we ask that all attendees respect that the property owner may choose to monitor or record access to their home. If you have any concerns regarding this, please speak to a member of our team prior to your appointment. We have advised all vendors that any recording during viewings should be disclosed and used strictly for personal purposes only, in accordance with data protection and privacy laws.

Terms and Timescales

This property is being sold subject to unconditional purchase premium auction terms and conditions. Immediate exchange of contracts. Completion must take place within 28 days.

Legal Pack

A legal pack is available for this property. We strongly advise all potential bidders thoroughly read through the legal pack prior to bidding, paying particular attention to the special conditions. If you are unsure of anything contained within the pack, please consult a legal representative.

Deposit

In order to secure the purchase a buyer will pay a deposit of 5% (subject to a minimum of £3,000) which contributes towards the overall purchase price of the property. The deposit is non-refundable.

Buyer Fees

This property is sold subject to a non-refundable purchase premium of 2.4% inc VAT, subject to a minimum of £3000 inc VAT. This does not form part of the purchase price.

More Information

For further information please contact our auction department on or email

AUCTION NOTICE PART ONE

I hereby acknowledge and confirm the following:

Once placed, my bid cannot be withdrawn and will stand until 2 hours after the auction closes. My bid may be accepted by the seller at any time before the close of the auction. I have read and understood the terms of the auction and my bid is placed accordingly. I have read and understood the legal pack applicable to this property and I understand that I am bound by the special conditions contained within. If my bid is successful at any point from now until up to 2 hours after the auction closes, I shall be bound by the lot terms and conditions as advertised online.

AUCTION NOTICE PART TWO

The auction will continue to run if there is a bid within 10 minutes of the closing time. After 10 minutes without a bid, providing the reserve price has been met, the highest bidder will be successful. If there is another bid within 10 minutes of the last bid, the auction countdown timer will be restarted for another 10 minutes to allow further bidding. This system makes it fairer for all parties involved and prevents last second bidding.

Please bid in good time before the end of the auction, delaying your bid to the last seconds may disadvantage you if your connection slows or you lose internet connectivity. It is the bidder's responsibility to ensure the bid has been lodged with the auctioneer. The auctioneer accepts no responsibility for bids that are not received or are received late, and reserves the right to reject any bid without notice.

Yard

Shared Rear Yard

COUNCIL TAXA payment made to your local authority in order to pay for local services like schools, libraries, and refuse collection. The amount you pay depends on the value of the property.Read more about council Tax in our glossary page.
Band: A
PARKINGDetails of how and where vehicles can be parked, and any associated costs.Read more about parking in our glossary page.
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GARDENA property has access to an outdoor space, which could be private or shared.
Private garden
ACCESSIBILITYHow a property has been adapted to meet the needs of vulnerable or disabled individuals.Read more about accessibility in our glossary page.
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About Auction Works, Tyne & Wear

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Fast. Certain. Transparent.

At Auction Works, we make selling property simple, secure, and stress-free. With roots in one of the oldest and most trusted sale methods, we combine traditional auction expertise with modern marketing reach.

Whether you’re selling a home, land, or investment property, auction offers unmatched benefits:

Speed: From instruction to sale in as little as five weeks.

Certainty: When the hammer falls, contracts are exchanged - no fall-throughs or renegotiations.

Best Price: Competitive bidding drives strong results, often exceeding expectations.

Transparency: Every bid is open, fair, and legally binding.

Our expert team promotes your property locally and nationally, attracting motivated buyers and ensuring maximum exposure. If you’re looking for a fast, reliable sale - Auction Works delivers results.

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