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St. Giles Close, Darlington

North East

£270,000Guide Price

Listed on 30/06/2026

The listing

Property details

Bedrooms
5
Type
Detached Bungalow

Features

  • Garage
  • Garden

Description

This detached bungalow presents a notable opportunity for investors seeking a project with significant potential. Originally designed as a three-bedroom property, plans have been approved to transform it into a spacious five-bedroom dormer residence, allowing for extensive customization. Situated in the desirable West End of Darlington, the property has had initial structural work completed, including the construction of the first-floor dormer and full double glazing throughout. However, internal renovations remain unfinished; there is no existing kitchen or bathroom fittings, which means this property is not currently eligible for conventional residential mortgages. This offers a unique chance to finish and design the interior to your specifications. Interested buyers should conduct thorough due diligence and consider this investment carefully, particularly if financing is involved. A viewing can be arranged through our office for those keen on exploring this project further.

WHOTS analysis

Our WHOTS verdict

An internal assessment of the opportunity to acquire, improve and create value.

39out of 100
Grade ELow opportunity

Confidence: LOW

This is a substantial completion project in Darlington’s West End: a detached property with a formed dormer, installed windows and doors, and scope to finish the interior to your own design. The five-bedroom layout offers a chance to shape a sizeable home, while the overgrown garden and scattered debris also leave room to improve the outdoor space.

The £270,000 guide price cannot yet be judged against local £/sqf values because the floor area is missing. Bidding can take the hammer above the guide, so the eventual price may not stay at that level. With internal works not commenced and essential fittings absent, this is a heavy project rather than a cosmetic refresh; the submitted exterior views show no obvious major structural failure, though they cannot confirm hidden condition or completion.

Key opportunities

  • Complete the formed dormer residence as a five-bedroom home, choosing the interior design and finish from the outset.
  • Make use of the visible garage and hardstanding as part of the property’s practical setup.
  • Clear and improve the overgrown garden and outdoor areas to complement the completed home.

Key risks

  • Internal works have not commenced and essential kitchen and sanitary fittings are absent — plan for a full interior completion programme, not a cosmetic refresh.
  • The floor area is missing, so value against local £/sqf cannot yet be assessed.

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Map

Location

St. Giles Close, Darlington
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Transport

Nearest stations

  • North Road Rail Station

    1.8 miles

    Train · Darlington

  • Darlington Rail Station

    1.9 miles

    Train · Darlington

  • Dinsdale Rail Station

    5.1 miles

    Train · Middleton St George

  • Heighington Rail Station

    5.1 miles

    Train · Aycliffe Industrial Estate

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Finance

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Illustrative repayments based on the asking price, not a mortgage offer.

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Current average 2-year fixed rate is 5.13%

Current average variable rate is 6.58%

Monthly Repayments
£1,103
Based on a loan of £202,500 over 30 years at 5.13% interest

These results are estimates and are only intended as a guide. Make sure you obtain accurate figures from your lender before committing to any mortgage. Your home may be repossessed if you do not keep up repayments on a mortgage.

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Pricing

Price history

-15.6% since listed
£270,000£10,000(-3.6%)
28/10/2026
Current price
£280,000£10,000(-3.4%)
10/10/2026
£290,000£30,000(-9.4%)
13/08/2026
£320,000Initial listing
30/06/2026

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