2 bed terraced house for sale

Dene Crescent, Shotton Colliery, Durham DH6

Summary

Keith Pattinson Estate Agents are delighted to present this well-appointed two-bedroom mid-terrace home situated in a popular residential street within Shotton Colliery. With a newly replaced roof and a well-maintained interior, this property offers a fantastic opportunity for both first-time buyers and investors alike. The home benefits from spacious living areas, gas central heating, and double glazing throughout.

Investment Potential
With a newly replaced slate-effect roof, the property benefits from improved insulation and a longer lifespan, reducing future maintenance costsa notable asset for potential landlords.

Rental properties of a similar size and finish within 0.25 miles of Dene Crescent are currently achieving monthly rents in the range of 525-595 (source: Rightmove, May 2025). Based on a conservative rental figure of 550 pcm and an estimated market resale value of 65,000-70,000, this equates to a rental yield of approximately 10%, making this a strong buy-to-let investment opportunity.

Location & Amenities
Dene Crescent is ideally positioned close to:

Primary transport links including the A19, offering direct routes to Peterlee (2.5 miles), Durham City (7 miles), and Sunderland (13 miles).Public transport options including local bus routes connect the area efficiently to neighbouring towns and cities.

Local schools such as Shotton Hall Academy and Shotton Primary School within walking distance. Shops and amenities are available locally, with Peterlee Town Centre providing larger supermarkets, retail parks, and leisure facilities just a short drive away.

Summary
This property represents a fantastic opportunity for a wide range of buyers. With generous room sizes, modern fittings, and solid structural improvements such as the new roof, 6 Dene Crescent is ready to welcome new occupants or generate excellent investment returns. Early viewing is recommended to avoid disappointment.

Council Tax Band: A
Tenure: Freehold

Front Of Property

He property boasts an attractive rendered frontage with a traditional bay window to the lounge and two external doorsone leading directly into the main reception and another into the second reception, offering flexible access. A brick accent wall frames the main door, adding character. The roof has been recently replaced, offering longevity, improved insulation, and minimal future maintenancea significant benefit for both homeowners and landlords.

Living Room

Located to the front of the property, this spacious primary lounge features a wide double-glazed bay window, flooding the room with natural light. Finished in modern blue/grey walls with white coving and skirting, it includes a central decorative fireplace with cream surround and a recessed feature wallideal for mounting a TV or adding shelving.

Flooring: Fully carpeted throughout.

Furnishing potential: Easily accommodates a large corner sofa or 3-piece suite, coffee table, and TV unit.

The lounge opens fluidly into the second reception area via a wide internal doorway, allowing an open-plan feel while maintaining defined spaces.

Reception 2

The second reception room, positioned centrally, offers versatility as either a formal dining area, second lounge, home office, or children's playroom. A large double-glazed window to the rear lets in ample light, and there's a recessed alcove ideal for media units or storage.

Flooring: Fully carpeted throughout
Furnishing potential: Space for a full dining table and chairs or a secondary lounge setting.

Kitchen

The galley-style kitchen is well-equipped and efficiently designed. It features solid oak shaker-style units on both sides, topped with black granite-style laminate worktops. Tiled splashbacks and a tiled floor ensure low-maintenance upkeep.

Appliances include: Integrated stainless steel gas hob, built-in oven, and extractor fan.

Additional features: Stainless steel sink with drainer, generous cupboard space, large double-glazed window to the side.

The layout maximises countertop space, ideal for those who enjoy cooking or baking.

Main Bathroom

The ground-floor family bathroom is positioned beyond the kitchen and is impressively fitted with a:

Modern p-shaped bath with curved glass shower screen and over-bath rainfall shower

Pedestal wash basin

Low-level WC

The room is fully tiled in white marble-effect tiles with a stylish black mosaic border and finished with dark slate-effect floor tiles. A large frosted window allows for natural light while maintaining privacy, and spotlights offer a bright, clean atmosphere.

Bedroom 1 (Master)

The master bedroom, situated to the front of the property, is a spacious double room offering ample floor area for a king-sized bed, wardrobes, bedside tables, and additional furnishings.

Features: Large double-glazed window with front aspect, built-in wardrobe recess with mirrored doors.

Decor: Neutral grey walls, carpeted flooring, and white-painted trim provide a calm, contemporary feel.

Bedroom 2

Positioned to the rear, this second bedroom is also a generous double, perfect for guests, children, or as a home office or dressing room.

Features: Rear aspect double-glazed window, high ceiling, ample space for double bed and wardrobe.

Finish: Consistent with the masteroff white painted walls, fitted carpet, and white detailing.

Rear Yard And Rear Of Property

The property includes a private enclosed rear yard finished in concrete with whitewashed boundary walls. A single rear gate provides open access to a back lane, allowing practical use for bin storage and tradesmen access while still offering a fair degree of privacy due to solid boundary walls and the rear orientation of the home.

View From Bedroom 2

To the rear of the property is a lane and open garden for the property adjacent providing a rural and open feel and extra privacy for future occupants

High Quality Boiler

Between the kitchen and the bathroom is a rear lobby with boiler cupboard with a high quality Worcester Bosch gas combi- boiler.

Auctioneers Additional Comments

Pattinson Auction are referred to below as The Auctioneer. This auction lot is being sold under either conditional (Modern) or unconditional (Traditional) auction terms and overseen by the auctioneer. The property is available to view strictly by appointment only via any Marketing Agent or The Auctioneer. Please be aware that any enquiry, bid or viewing of the subject property will require your details being shared between any marketing agent and The Auctioneer so that all matters can be dealt with effectively. The property is being sold via a transparent online auction. To submit a bid on any property marketed by The Auctioneer, all bidders buyers must adhere to a verification of identity process in line with Anti Money Laundering procedures. Bids can be submitted at any time and from anywhere. Our verification process is in place to ensure aml procedures are carried out in accordance with the law

Auctioneers Additional Comments

The advertised price is commonly referred to as a Starting Bid or Guide Price and is accompanied by a Reserve Price. The Reserve Price is confidential to the seller and the auctioneer and will typically be within a range above or below 10% of the Guide Price, Starting Bid. These prices are subject to change. An auction can be closed at any time with the auctioneer permitting for the property (the lot) to be sold prior to the end of the auction. A Legal Pack associated with this particular property is available to view upon request and contains details relevant to the legal documentation enabling all interested parties to make an informed decision prior to bidding. The Legal Pack will also outline the buyers obligations and sellers commitments. It is strongly advised that you seek the counsel of a solicitor prior to proceeding with any property and/or Land Title purchase.

Auctioneers Additional Comments

In order to secure the property and ensure commitment from the seller, upon exchange of contracts the successful bidder will be expected to pay a non-refundable deposit equivalent to 5% of the purchase price. The deposit will form part of the purchase price. A non-refundable reservation fee of up to 6% inc VAT (subject to a minimum of 6,000 inc VAT) is also payable upon agreement of sale. The Reservation Fee is in addition to the agreed purchase price, and consideration should be given by the purchaser to any Stamp Duty Land Tax liability associated with the overall purchase costs. Both the Marketing Agent and the Auctioneer may consider it necessary or beneficial to pass customer details to third-party service suppliers, from whom a referral fee may be received. There is no requirement or obligation to use any recommended suppliers or services.