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Gibside, Chester Le Street, Durham, DH2

North East

£140,000

Listed on 09/10/2026

The listing

Property details

Bedrooms
3
Type
Terraced
Area
1037 sqft

Features

  • Garden

Description

This three-bedroom freehold family home presents a fantastic opportunity for buyers seeking spacious and flexible living. The property features a practical layout, including a welcoming hallway that leads to a ground floor WC and a fitted kitchen. The kitchen is equipped with a variety of wall and base units, offering ample space for essential appliances. A dedicated dining area provides an inviting space for family meals and gatherings. The generously sized lounge offers a comfortable retreat, while the sun room at the rear enhances the living space, perfect for enjoying views of the garden or creating a cozy spot to relax year-round. On the first floor, you will find three bedrooms, including two double rooms with useful storage, and a third single bedroom that can serve multiple purposes, such as a child's room or home office. The family bathroom is fitted with a modern white suite, including a bath, washbasin, WC, and corner shower cubicle. Externally, the rear garden features mature planting and a patio area, creating an inviting outdoor space ideal for relaxation and gardening. This home offers generous accommodation and a versatile layout, with plenty of potential for modernisation or personalisation, making it an appealing choice for those looking to create their ideal living environment.

WHOTS analysis

Our WHOTS verdict

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

77out of 100
Grade BGood opportunity

Confidence: MEDIUM

At £140,000, this three-bedroom freehold is priced at about £135 per sq ft, well below the local average of £176 per sq ft—an attractive entry point for a buyer looking to add value. The dated décor and flooring offer scope for a light, personalising refresh rather than a major overhaul, while the usable layout, separate living spaces and sun room give the house a flexible starting point.

The rear garden, established planting and open green outlook add to the appeal; clearing back some crowded pots and vegetation could make the outdoor space feel more open. Overall, this is a good opportunity to acquire a well-proportioned home at a competitive price and tailor its finishes to suit.

Key opportunities

  • Refresh the dated décor and older flooring to give the living spaces and bedrooms a more contemporary feel.
  • Make the most of the separate lounge, dining area and sun room as flexible family, entertaining or work-from-home spaces.
  • Prune or clear some of the crowded planting and pots to open up the paved rear garden.

Key risks

None recorded.

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Gibside, Chester Le Street, Durham, DH2
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£529
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