2 bed terraced house to rent

Wordsworth Avenue West, Houghton Le Spring DH5

Summary

Pattinson Estate Agents are delighted to bring to the rental market this well-presented three-bedroom end-terrace home, ideally situated in the popular residential area of Houghton le Spring.

This attractive property offers bright and spacious accommodation throughout, complemented by a generous rear garden, private gated driveway, and garage. Upon entering, a practical porch leads into the welcoming hallway, providing access to both the kitchen and the main living area. The living room benefits from dual aspect windows to the front and rear, allowing for an abundance of natural light and creating a warm, inviting space. The kitchen is well-appointed, offering ample storage and workspace.

To the rear of the property, a versatile dining room overlooks the garden and can alternatively be utilised as a third bedroom or home office, depending on individual needs.

To the first floor, the property comprises two well-proportioned bedrooms and a contemporary family bathroom, complete with spotlights and a chrome towel radiator.

Externally, the property continues to impress with a secure gated driveway, garage, and a substantial rear gardenideal for outdoor enjoyment.

Houghton le Spring is a well-connected town located just north of Durham city centre, offering a wide range of local amenities, shops, and schools. The property is ideally positioned for commuters, with excellent transport links nearby including the A690, providing easy access to Sunderland, Durham, and further afield via the A1(M) and A19.

Contact Pattinson Houghton at your earliest convenience to avoid disappointment. Please call to arrange a viewing.

Tenant Referencing Criteria:

Pattinson will undertake referencing checks on all applicants over the age of 18 wishing to move into a rental property. As part of this process, we will undertake:
- A credit check to ensure each applicant does not have any adverse credit such as CCJs (County Court Judgements).
- An affordability assessment to ensure applicant's income will sufficiently cover the rental payments.
- To pass the affordability check, each applicant's gross annual basic income (including benefits and pensions) must be at least 30 times the monthly rental amount (36 times for Ellinson properties). Eg If the rent is 500 pcm, applicants would need to earn 15,000 as an annual pension or basic salary (excluding commission/bonus) before tax or other deductions were made.
- Each applicant's affordability is assessed individually against the criteria.
- Self- will require an accountant's reference and should have accounts for a minimum of two years. Net profit will be assessed against the affordability requirement of 30 times the monthly rental amount.
- Employment checks to confirm your start date, salary and if your position is permanent.
- Homeownership checks (only if you are a homeowner) confirming your mortgage payments are up to date.
- A Landlord reference (if you are currently residing in rented accommodation) confirming you have abided by the terms of the lease. This will check that the rent was paid on time and in full, there was no antisocial behaviour and the property was looked after in an appropriate manner.
- Right to rent' id checks.

If you do not meet the requirement, you will require A homeowner guarantor.

Council Tax Band: A
Deposit: 675.00
Length of Tenancy: 6 months

Bedroom 1 (3.12m x 2.91m)

Spacious bedroom with fitted storage and window to the rear elevation.

Bedroom 2 (4.54m x 3.16m)

Large double bedroom with dual aspect windows to the front and rear elevations. Fitted wardrobe storage.

Bathroom (2.20m x 2.07m)

Modern style bathroom, with three piece suite comprising of WC, hand basin and bath with shower over. Spotlights to the ceiling and chrome towel radiator.

Kitchen (2.89m x 2.60m)

Range of wood top and base units, with space for a freestanding cooker. Sink underneath the window to the front elevation.

Living Room (4.49m x 3.26m)

Spacious living room with dual aspect windows to the front and rear elevation. Electric fireplace feature.

Dinning Room/ Bedroom (2.94m x 2.72m)

Situated to the back of the property, accessed via the kitchen and rear hallway. A spacious room that could be used as a dining room or third bedroom.