Smailes Street, Stanley, Co. Durham

Ideally positioned close to Stanley town centre, this two bedroom mid-terraced house is offered with no upper chain and represents a great opportunity for first-time buyers, downsizers or buy-to-let investors. With some light updating, the property has the potential to become a lovely home or strong rental investment.

The accommodation comprises an entrance hallway, a lounge, a separate dining room and a kitchen to the rear. To the first floor is a landing leading to two generous double bedrooms and a spacious bathroom. The layout also offers potential to convert the loft space (subject to the necessary permissions).

Externally there is a modest front garden and a self-contained rear yard, making an ideal low-maintenance outdoor area. Further benefits include gas combi central heating, uPVC double glazing, EPC rating D (61), freehold tenure and Council Tax band A. A 360° virtual tour is available to view on our website. 

HALLWAY uPVC double glazed entrance door with matching window over, single radiator, coving, stairs to the first floor and doors leading to the lounge and dining room. 

LOUNGE 10' 11" x 12' 7" (into alcove) (3.34m x 3.84m) Bay with uPVC double glazed windows, feature wood fire surround with marble inlay and hearth, inset electric fire. Telephone point, TV aerial cables, moulded cornicing and a double radiator. 

DINING ROOM 12' 6" x 12' 7" (3.83m x 3.84m) Tiled floor, feature marble fire surround, inlay and hearth, inset electric fire, uPVC double glazed window, coving, double radiator, telephone point, double radiator, TV aerial and a door leading to the kitchen. 

KITCHEN 10' 7" x 7' 5" (3.25m x 2.27m) Under-stair storage cupboard, kitchen fitted with a range of wall and base units with contrasting laminate worktops and tiled splash-backs. Slot-in electric cooking range with extractor canopy over, raised enamel sink with mixer tap, plumbed for a washing machine, concealed gas combi central heating boiler, tiled floor, double radiator, uPVC double glazed window and matching rear exit door. 

FIRST FLOOR  

LANDING 13' 5" x 6' 1" (4.11m x 1.87m) Single radiator, opening to the loft space and doors leading to the bedrooms and bathroom. Please note the loft is boarded for storage with Velux double glazed windows and a double radiator. 

BEDROOM 1 (TO THE FRONT) 11' 2" x 16' 1" (3.41m x 4.91m) uPVC double glazed window and a double radiator. 

BEDROOM 2 (TO THE REAR) 13' 3" x 9' 8" (4.06m x 2.95m) uPVC double glazed window and a double radiator. 

BATHROOM 10' 1" x 7' 3" (3.08m x 2.23m) A white suite featuring a jacuzzi style spa path plus separate shower in a glazed cubicle. Wash basin with drawer and mirror over, WC, fully tiled walls and floor in Travertine, uPVC double glazed window, chrome towel radiator, and a PVC panelled ceiling with inset spotlights. 

EXTERNAL  

TO THE FRONT Modest lawn garden. 

TO THE REAR Self-contained yard with cold water supply tap. 

HEATING Gas fired central heating via combination boiler and radiators. 

GLAZING uPVC double glazing installed. 

ENERGY EFFICIENCY EPC rating D (61). Please speak to a member of staff for a copy of the full Energy Performance Certificate. 

TENURE We understand that the property is freehold. We would recommend that any purchaser has this confirmed by their legal advisor.  

COUNCIL TAX The property is in Council Tax band A. 

UTILITIES The property is connected with a mains gas, water and electricity supply and is connected to the mains drainage. 

MINING The property is located within a former mining area. 

BROADBAND SPEEDS AVAILABLE According to Ofcom the following broadband speeds are available. We would recommend contacting a supplier to get the most accurate and up to date data.

Broadband (estimated speeds)
Standard 17 mbps
Superfast 80 mbps
Ultrafast 10000 mbps
 

MOBILE PHONE COVERAGE According to Ofcom based on customers' experience in the DH9 area, below shows the chance of being able to stream video, make a video call, or quickly download a webpage with images to your phone when you have coverage. It's the likelihood of you being able to get this performance within the postal district depending on the network you are using. Performance scores should be considered as a guide since there can be local variations.

O2 (80%), Vodaphone (71%), EE (68%), Three (62%).
 

VIEWINGS We have created a walk-through virtual tour which can be viewed on our YouTube channel, our website, property portals and our social media accounts such as Facebook, X and Instagram. There is also a 360 degree tour available on our website. To arrange a viewing please contact the office.  

MAKING AN OFFER Please note that all offers will require financial verification including mortgage agreement in principle, proof of deposit funds, proof of available cash and full chain details including selling agents and solicitors down the chain. Under New Money Laundering Regulations we require proof of identification from all buyers before acceptance letters are sent and solicitors can be instructed. 

MORTGAGE ADVICE We have independent mortgage advisers within our branch, who will search the whole market to find the best suitable mortgage and help you progress through the process. Contact our office to arrange a telephone or office appointment.  

AGENTS NOTE Whilst we endeavour to make our particulars accurate and reliable, they should not be relied on as a statement or representations of fact, and do not constitute any part of an offer or contract. The owner does not make or give, nor do we or our employees have authority to make or give any representation or warranty in relation to the property. We have not checked or tested any appliances mentioned (including heating systems or electrical fittings) therefore working order cannot be confirmed. All measurements are given to the nearest 5cm. PLEASE NOTE THE PROPERTY IS SOLD AS SEEN